Above and DroneDeploy Announce Partnership to Revolutionize Solar Plant Management

Automation and intelligence combine for streamlined solar operation

Above and DroneDeploy have announced a strategic partnership aimed at improving solar plant management through advanced automation and intelligence. This collaboration integrates Above’s SolarGain platform with DroneDeploy’s reality capture capabilities, offering a comprehensive solution for solar asset management across the entire lifecycle of a plant. From planning and construction to commissioning and long-term operation, the partnership promises to deliver significant benefits for solar plant managers.

Automating Solar Plant Management

The integration of DroneDeploy’s automation with Above’s intelligence provides solar plant operators with a streamlined solution for site inspections and progress monitoring. Using docked drone technology, the system captures high-accuracy data with minimal manual intervention, reducing both time and cost.

DroneDeploy’s Dock Automation solution supports Real-Time Kinematic (RTK), Post-Processed Kinematic (PPK), and Ground Control Points (GCPs), ensuring the accuracy of mapping and 3D photogrammetry. These capabilities allow solar operators to automate aerial inspections, monitor construction progress, and optimize operational efficiency.

Key Benefits of the Partnership

The partnership offers several advantages for solar asset managers:

• Automated Data Capture: DroneDeploy’s automated platform allows for reliable aerial inspections supported by professional pilots, ensuring precision with every mission.
• Enhanced Site Management: Above’s SolarGain platform simplifies the management of progress and quality throughout construction, offering fast, accurate progress reporting.
• Digital Twin Technology: Solar managers can leverage Digital Twin technology for the commissioning phase, speeding up the scanning of serial numbers and helping to resolve outstanding issues.
• Long-Term Monitoring: Above’s component-level intelligence provides ongoing monitoring, helping to maintain solar assets in optimal condition.
• Systems Integration: The integrated solution offers API connections to task management systems and SCADA platforms, creating a seamless, end-to-end management tool for solar operators.

A New Standard in Solar Management

The partnership marks a significant step in modernizing solar plant management. Peregrine Fraser, Chief Commercial Officer at Above, expressed excitement about the collaboration. “By combining our expertise with DroneDeploy’s innovative automation technology, we are setting a new standard in solar plant management. This partnership enables our customers to make data-driven decisions with unprecedented speed and accuracy, maximizing the efficiency and lifespan of their solar assets,” Fraser said.

James Pipe, Chief Product Officer at DroneDeploy, also emphasized the importance of the collaboration. “Partnering with Above allows us to deliver a comprehensive solution that combines the best of automation and intelligence. Together, we’re providing solar asset managers with the tools they need to streamline operations and drive success at every stage of the solar plant lifecycle,” Pipe stated.

The Future of Solar Asset Management

By combining advanced automation and intelligence, this partnership between Above and DroneDeploy offers solar plant managers a powerful new tool to manage their assets effectively. With enhanced data capture, improved operational efficiency, and a long-term focus on asset health, the collaboration promises to reshape the future of solar plant management.

For more information on Above and DroneDeploy, visit their respective websites at Above Surveying and DroneDeploy.

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