Skygauge

Skygauge Robotics is a Canadian company that specializes in developing industrial drones for conducting ultrasonic inspections and physical work. It has invented a novel drone design capable of operating at heights in commercial and industrial environments. The company's flagship product, the Skygauge Inspection Drone, is equipped with cutting-edge sensors and cameras that enable it to perform ultrasonic testing on various structures, including storage tanks, pipes, chimney stacks, bridges, and ships.

The Skygauge Inspection Drone employs ultrasound technology similar to medical imaging to assess the condition of structures and detect corrosion, erosion, or other defects beneath the surface. This innovative approach eliminates the need for workers to physically access hard-to-reach areas, enhancing safety and efficiency. The drone can pivot 360 degrees around the inspection target, allowing it to capture data from any angle, even directly above or below.

One of the key advantages of the Skygauge Inspection Drone is its ability to conduct inspections significantly faster and at a lower cost compared to traditional methods. According to the company, inspections that typically take weeks or months and cost tens or hundreds of thousands of dollars can be completed in hours using their drone, reducing costs by as much as 95%. Additionally, the drone's precise positioning system enables it to replicate inspection locations and conditions years later, ensuring consistent and comparable data collection over time.

In June 2023, Skygauge Robotics announced the full-scale commercial launch of the Skygauge Inspection Drone, marking a significant milestone for the company. As part of this launch, the company secured a USD 1 million contract with Transport Canada to demonstrate the drone's capabilities on inspection projects across the country. Skygauge Robotics has also expanded its customer base to include clients in the US, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.

Key customers and partnerships

Skygauge Robotics has established partnerships and collaborations with several companies and organizations to deploy and validate its drone technology. Notable customers and partners include:

Transport Canada: Skygauge Robotics entered into a USD 1 million contract with Transport Canada to utilize the Skygauge Inspection Drone for inspecting bridges, ships, and other transportation infrastructure under diverse conditions.

IR Supplies and Services: In October 2023, Skygauge Robotics partnered with IR Supplies and Services, a leading Canadian provider of industrial solutions, to bring its ultrasonic drone technology to the Canadian market.

Klink Inspections (Netherlands), Emsbroek B.V. (Netherlands), Advanced Inspection Technology (Middle East), and Birds Eye Asset Integrity (South Africa): These companies have adopted Skygauge's drone-based ultrasonic testing services, leveraging the technology to conduct safer and more efficient inspections across various industries and regions.