See How the Elios 3 Inspects Confined Tanks - Safely and Fast

Inspecting confined spaces like storage tanks, pressure vessels, and silos has traditionally been one of the riskiest, most time-consuming jobs in industrial maintenance. From scaffolding and rope access to breathing apparatus and manned entry, the safety risks and costs add up fast.

Enter the Elios 3 - a game-changer for internal inspections.

At Coptrz, we help asset managers and inspection teams transform how they approach confined space operations. Here’s how the Elios 3 is making tank inspections safer, faster, and smarter.

No More Manned Entry

The Elios 3 is built for GPS-denied environments, meaning it can confidently fly in dark, complex, and confined spaces - without risking a human entering the tank. Its unique protective cage and collision-tolerant design allow it to navigate safely inside tight industrial structures, even with obstacles like pipes and support beams.

Faster Inspections = Less Downtime

Time is money, especially in sectors like oil & gas, chemicals, and utilities. Traditional inspections often mean full shutdowns and days of preparation. The Elios 3 allows teams to:

• Deploy in minutes
• Capture full 3D visual and LiDAR data in a single flight
• Complete inspections in hours, not days

Less downtime = lower operational impact.

Precision Data You Can Trust

Equipped with a 4K camera, thermal sensor, and LiDAR scanner, the Elios 3 provides detailed visuals and spatial data of the tank’s interior. Whether you’re looking for corrosion, cracks, leaks, or structural anomalies, the drone delivers actionable insights with full post-flight reporting.

Built with Safety in Mind

• Collision-tolerant frame
• Operates beyond line of sight (within visual range)
• Reduces the need for scaffolding, rope access, or confined space permits
• Minimal crew required on-site

In short, it keeps your team out of harm’s way while still delivering the high-quality data needed for compliance and asset integrity.

Real-World Results

Our clients have used the Elios 3 to inspect storage tanks, boilers, silos, pressure vessels, and more - cutting inspection times by over 70%, eliminating unnecessary manned entry, and increasing the frequency and quality of internal assessments.

Ready to modernise your confined space inspections? At Coptrz, we provide training, support, and the tools to help you deploy drones like the Elios 3 safely and effectively. Let’s talk.