Technology

Technology Supporting Inspection Accuracy

Helios uses advanced drone technology, specialized imaging sensors, and structured inspection workflows to assess critical infrastructure safely and accurately. From visual inspections and thermal diagnostics to engineering-ready reporting, our approach helps clients identify issues early and make smarter maintenance decisions.

Service Capabilities

what we deliver

AERIAL PLATFORMS

AERIAL PLATFORMS

Enterprise UAV systems designed to safely access hard-to-reach infrastructure while capturing precise inspection data without disrupting operations.

WHAT WE DO

  • Precision flight control and positioning
  • Obstacle sensing and collision avoidance
  • Automated waypoint mission execution
  • Close-proximity asset inspection
  • Reduced need for rope access or manual inspections

BEST SUITED FOR

  • Wind turbines
  • Substations
  • Transmission & distribution
  • Industrial energy facilities
OPTICAL IMAGING

OPTICAL IMAGING

High-resolution visual imaging used to identify structural defects, surface degradation, and visible asset condition issues with exceptional detail.

WHAT WE DO

  • Zoom imaging for stand-off inspections
  • Detailed structural and surface condition capture
  • Multi-angle inspection coverage
  • Defect documentation and visual evidence collection

IDEAL FOR

  • Structural inspections
  • Surface degradation reviews
  • Mechanical asset assessments
  • General condition documentation
THERMAL IMAGING (INFRARED THERMOGRAPHY)

THERMAL IMAGING (INFRARED THERMOGRAPHY)

Radiometric thermal diagnostics used to identify hidden electrical and mechanical issues before they develop into failures or unplanned maintenance events.

WHAT WE DELIVER

  • Accurate radiometric temperature measurement
  • Detection of hotspots and thermal anomalies
  • Delta-T severity assessment
  • Non-contact energized asset diagnostics
  • Thermography aligned with NDT best practices

IDEAL FOR

  • Transformers
  • Switchgear
  • Breakers & terminations
  • Asset owners
  • Solar electrical systems
UV / CORONA DETECTION

UV / CORONA DETECTION

Specialized ultraviolet imaging used to detect electrical discharge and insulation deterioration that cannot be identified through conventional visual inspections.

WHAT WE DO

  • Corona discharge identification
  • Early insulation breakdown detection
  • Support for energized high-voltage inspections
  • Substation and transmission asset diagnostics

BEST SUITED FOR

  • Substations
  • Transmission infrastructure
  • Improved asset reliability
  • High-voltage systems
  • Insulator condition assessment
STRUCTURED DATA ACQUISITION

STRUCTURED DATA ACQUISITION

Consistent inspection methodologies designed to ensure reliable, high-quality data capture across different asset classes and inspection programs.

OUR APPROACH

  • Pre-defined flight paths and inspection routes
  • Multi-angle asset coverage
  • Standardized inspection parameters
  • Environmental condition assessment
  • Asset-specific mission planning

SUPPORTS

  • Consistent inspection quality
  • Reliable historical comparison
  • Defect tracking over time
  • Repeatable inspection programs
DATA PROCESSING & ANALYSIS

DATA PROCESSING & ANALYSIS

Inspection data is reviewed, organized, and transformed into structured engineering outputs that support maintenance planning and operational decision-making.

WHAT WE DELIVER

  • Visual and thermal data integration
  • Defect identification and annotation
  • Structured inspection dataset organization
  • Engineering-ready reporting outputs
  • Actionable asset condition intelligence

SUPPORTS

  • Maintenance planning
  • Asset condition visibility
  • Faster decision-making
  • Operational risk management
Safety is Foundational

Safety is foundational to every operation

People

Certified pilots with ongoing training and a strong safety culture across all operations.

Process

Defined operational procedures and risk management protocols at every stage of every mission.

Standards

Aligned with Transport Canada, SFOC, and industry best practices. Fully insured and compliant.

Technology

Enterprise UAV platforms, calibrated sensors, and inspection technologies designed for safe, reliable operations in critical infrastructure environments.