Waste Gas Stack Inspection | Drone Internal Stack Surveys

At DJM Aerial Solutions, we deliver high-precision internal waste gas stack inspections using the latest drone technology. Our UAV-enabled solutions reduce downtime, eliminate the need for manned entry or scaffolding, and provide comprehensive condition assessments—safely, quickly, and cost-effectively.

Why Use Drones for Waste Gas Stack Inspections?

Waste gas and exhaust stacks are critical for maintaining emissions compliance and safe plant operation, but inspecting them internally presents serious challenges. Traditional methods often require confined space entry, rope access, or full system shutdowns, posing safety risks and increasing operational costs.

DJM Aerial Solutions offers a smarter alternative. We utilise collision-tolerant drones equipped with high-definition imaging, thermal sensors, and LiDAR capability, enabling access to GPS-denied, high-risk vertical and horizontal flue gas and stack environments without compromising safety or productivity.

Key Benefits of Our Stack Inspection Service

  • No scaffolding, rope access, or confined entry required 
  • Inspections completed with minimal operational downtime 
  • Capture 4K HD video and high-resolution imagery 
  • Identify corrosion, cracking, distortion, and lining failure 
  • Optional thermal imaging to detect gas flow anomalies or hot spots 
  • Fast mobilisation and digital reporting within 24–48 hours 

Industries We Serve

Our internal drone inspections support critical stack infrastructure across:

  • Petrochemical & Refining Facilities 
  • Energy-from-Waste & Biomass Plants 
  • Chemical Manufacturing Sites 
  • Cement, Lime & Aggregate Works 
  • Power Generation & Utility Providers 
  • Heavy Industry & Process Manufacturing

What’s Included in a Waste Gas Stack Drone Inspection?

Each inspection is tailored to your operational and safety requirements, and typically includes:

  • Site-specific RAMS (Risk Assessment and Method Statement) 
  • Full internal imaging using stabilised cameras and onboard lighting 
  • Thermal data overlays (where applicable) to support gas analysis 
  • Optional LiDAR scanning for precise mapping and point cloud modelling

  • A comprehensive digital report with annotated visuals and maintenance insights 

Why Choose DJM Aerial Solutions?

We are specialists in internal drone inspections of industrial stacks and other high-risk assets. Our team brings together:

  • CAA certification and public liability insurance 
  • Confined space training and operational safety expertise 
  • Proven success across complex, high-risk sites nationwide 
  • The latest UAV technology, including the Elios 3 with LiDAR and thermal payloads 
  • Responsive support and fast turnaround on deliverables 

Book Your Drone Stack Inspection

Eliminate unnecessary risk and disruption from your next internal stack inspection.

Contact DJM Aerial Solutions today for a waste gas stack inspection.

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