The project’s main objective was to implement new equipment within the filtration system of a biomass plant, ensuring its precise integration into a complex, operational industrial environment. To achieve this, an accurate three-dimensional geometric model was required, accurately reflecting the actual configuration of the installation, its piping, walkways, structural supports, and the space available for mounting the new component.

The first phase consisted of planning and executing a photogrammetric drone flight, using calibrated high-resolution cameras and topographic control points distributed throughout the plant. This procedure yielded a point cloud and a high-density three-dimensional digital model, upon which the engineering studies prior to implementing the new filtration system were based.
Taking advantage of the aerial operation and the established flight configuration, a thermographic module was incorporated to simultaneously conduct a thermal behavior study of the plant. This integration enabled the capture of highly sensitive infrared images capable of detecting thermal anomalies, heat leaks, energy losses, and overheating points in the ducts and equipment involved in the filtration process.

The combination of photogrammetry and aerial thermography provided a comprehensive view of the plant’s operational status without interfering with its operation or requiring physical access to hazardous areas. The data obtained was processed and imported into our 3D analysis and visualization system, where the client can interactively view, compare, and overlay thermal and geometric information.

The final result was an integrated digital model that optimized the installation design of the new equipment, allowed for millimeter-precise assembly planning, and provided valuable information for improving the overall energy efficiency of the system.