DRIFT UAV Services is a full-service Licensed and Insured Commercial and Industrial Drone Services and Solutions Provider registered in the Cayman Islands with service extension to Jamaica and other Caribbean territories. We are a Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI) Licensed and Registered Aerial Work Operator, with FAA Part 107 and Transport Canada licensed pilots. We specialize in Aerial Data Collection and Intelligence, Image and Video Analysis, Aerial Mapping, Powerline Inspection, Cell Tower Inspection, 3D Modeling, Precision Agriculture, Videography, and Inspections for a wide range of industries. Our clients range from sole proprietors and small mom-and-pop shops to large enterprises with physical assets and properties in remote locations. Whether you have a single or thousands of assets and property, we’re happy to help.
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90 Godfrey Nixon Way
George Town, Grand Cayman KY1-1010, KY
Irwin Meadows
Montego Bay, St. James, JM
Westerly, Rhode Island 02891, US
Take a moment to listen how Jim Gill, PE , Carmel Miller at Pacific Gas and Electric Company on how they’re reimagining utility inspections using drones to support O&M.
PG&E coworkers came together last year to begin reimagining electric system inspections to better serve our customers and reduce costs. Hear from PG&E’s Carmel Miller and Jim Gill, PE on how the team reinvented processes to save a forecasted $106 million in operating and maintenance costs this year.
CARILEC - Caribbean Electric Utility Services Corporation CAREC 2024 has been insightful, our President Dervon Mckellop delivered insights on how Drones and AI 🤖 will help to decarbonize utility inspection. We are looking forward to connecting with the utilities in the region to improve utility efficiency, decision making with the use of technology and innovations. #energy #energytransition #innovative #drone #technology #ai
CAREC 2024 attracted several speakers who shared insight into new technologies, delivered practical solutions, and reviewed case studies to inspire participants into action. The presentations for session day 1 included; 🎯Creating a Space for the Regulator and the Utility to Thrive; Kelly Tomblin, President & CEO, El Passo Electric. 🎯Resource Adequacy Planning to Facilitate Energy Transition in the Electricity Sector; delivered by Sacha Tibbets, CUC and Aaron Burdick, Energy and Environmental Economics, Inc. 🎯Cleaner fuels and Renewables for hybrid solutions. Reliable and Resilient Energy for a world in transformation; András Mesics, CEO – Soenergy International 🎯Integrated System Planning: New Approaches for the Energy Transition; Aaron Burdick, Energy & Environmental Economics, Inc. 🎯Containerized Bioenergy Plants for Caribbean Islands; Marius Caprariu, Engineering and Technology Associates Inc., Canada, and Steven Su, Haiqi Environmental Protection Technology Co. Ltd 🎯Possibilities of a Connected Grid; Mark Ortega, Landis & Gyr 🎯Smart grids - Technical and operational solutions for grid resilience and flexibility; Miguel Cruz, Director, SEL S&CS Latin America 🎯Decarbonizing Utility Inspection Using Drone Technology, enhancing decision making and response through the use of Artificial Intelligence and Image processing Solutions; Dervon McKellop, DRIFT Enterprise Limited A wealth of information shared, and so much more. #carec2024 #carec #carec2024 #renewableenergy #carilec #energy #electricity #caribbean #sustainable
🚁 Unlock the Future of Inspections with Drone Technology & AI 🤖 At DRIFT UAV Services, we're revolutionizing the way inspections are conducted. With drone-based inspections and AI-assisted image processing, you can experience: 🔍 Unmatched Precision – Capture high-resolution data from every angle, ensuring no detail is missed. ⚡ Speed & Efficiency – Reduce inspection times significantly while maintaining thoroughness. 🛡️ Enhanced Safety – Keep your teams safe by eliminating the need for hazardous manual inspections. 💡 Data-Driven Insights – Leverage AI to analyze data in real-time, providing actionable insights faster than ever. Join the future of inspections with DRIFT UAV Services and see how technology can elevate your operations. #Drones #AI #Inspections #Innovation #Safety #Efficiency #Energy #Insights #Technology #Data
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How is your organization leveraging AI in inspections? Let’s connect and discuss the future of energy technology! ⚡ #AI #Energy #Utilities #Innovation #RenewableEnergy #Inspection #Technology #DigitalTransformation #Sustainability
🚀 Elevating Utility Operations with Aerial Technology 🌍 In the evolving landscape of energy and utilities, leveraging advanced aerial technology is more critical than ever. Utility companies are now integrating drones into their Transmission & Distribution (T&D) inspection processes to refine their operations and ensure the long-term reliability and resilience of their infrastructure. By utilizing drones, companies can: 🔍 Enhance Inspection Accuracy: Drones equipped with high-resolution cameras and sensors provide precise data, enabling detailed assessments of infrastructure conditions. 💼 Optimize Resource Allocation: With real-time insights, utilities can prioritize maintenance tasks, ensuring that resources are deployed where they are most needed. ⚡ Boost Reliability & Resilience: Proactive monitoring through aerial technology allows for early detection of potential issues, reducing downtime and minimizing the risk of failures. The adoption of drones in T&D inspections is not just a technological upgrade—it’s a strategic move towards a more efficient, reliable, and resilient energy future. #Utilities #Drones #TechnologyInnovation #EnergySector #Infrastructure #Reliability #Resilience #AerialTechnology
In the face of increasing demands and evolving challenges, drones and Ai 🤖 represent the future of infrastructure monitoring, ensuring the resilience and reliability of critical systems for generations to come. #Energy #Demand #Ai #ArtificialIntelligence #Grid #Realiability
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In an era where the reliability of critical infrastructure is paramount, the integration of drone technology and AI-powered image processing offers a transformative solution for utilities. By enabling more efficient, accurate, and safe inspections, drones and AI empower utilities to detect, identify, and resolve potential issues before they escalate into significant problems. As this technology continues to evolve, its applications will undoubtedly expand, further enhancing our ability to protect and maintain the infrastructure that underpins modern society. In the face of increasing demands and evolving challenges, drones and Ai 🤖 represent the future of infrastructure monitoring, ensuring the resilience and reliability of critical systems for generations to come. CARILEC - Caribbean Electric Utility Services Corporation Belize Electricity Limited Buzz Solutions #innovation #technology #sustainability #bigdata #energy #artificialintelligence #machinelearning #renewableenergy #Electricity #grid #Power
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Stay ahead of threats with #PowerGUARD. 24/7 monitoring for vehicle, people, and animal intrusions ensures the highest levels of security. Visibility into near real-time substation conditions means you’re never left guessing. #SubstationSafety #AI https://hubs.li/Q02KqVHK0
🌳 Using Drones to Identify Vegetation Encroachment: Enhancing Safety and Reliability 🚁 In the energy sector, vegetation encroachment around powerlines is a critical issue that can lead to outages and, more alarmingly, fire hazards. Traditional methods of monitoring and maintenance often involve extensive labor and time, not to mention the risks associated with manually inspecting challenging terrains. Enter drones! These agile devices are revolutionizing how we manage vegetation encroachment. By flying over powerlines, drones can quickly and efficiently monitor vegetation growth, capturing high-resolution images and real-time data. This technology enables us to pinpoint areas where trimming is necessary, ensuring that potential hazards are addressed before they become serious threats. The result? Increased safety, reduced risks, and more efficient maintenance processes. As we continue to integrate drones into our operations, we’re not just improving the reliability of our power grid—we’re also taking proactive steps to protect our communities and natural environments. #Drones #VegetationManagement #UtilityInnovation #SafetyFirst #TechnologyInAction
Drone inspections have become a crucial tool in the utility industry for preventing powerline failures. By leveraging UAV technology, utilities can efficiently and safely monitor powerlines, identifying potential issues before they escalate into major problems. This proactive approach not only enhances the reliability of the grid but also reduces maintenance costs and improves safety by minimizing the need for manual inspections in hazardous areas. CARILEC - Caribbean Electric Utility Services Corporation Belize Electricity Limited Saba Electric Company NV Jamaica Public Service (JPS) Caribbean Utilities Company, Ltd. St. Kitts Electricity Company Ltd- SKELEC Trinidad and Tobago Electricity Commission Grenada Electricity Services Ltd. (Grenlec) Aqualectra - Curacao Water and Power Company Virgin Islands Water & Power Authority