Technical inspection is at the heart of the safety, performance and durability of industrial infrastructures and civil engineering structures. Not only does it enable the detection of structural or functional failures, it also enables preventive maintenance to be scheduled, regulations to be complied with, and the life of installations to be extended.
But in a world where economic, human and environmental demands are intensifying, traditional inspection methods are rapidly reaching their limits. The need for rapid access, precise analysis and risk reduction for personnel: the framework is evolving, and the tools must follow.
In this context, professional inspection drones, and in particular the Roview2 developed by Multinnovis an increasingly popular technological response. Robust, compact and capable of operating in complex environments - including those that are confined, damp or partially submerged - this robot is revolutionizing practices in both industry and construction.
Current inspection issues in industry and construction
Industrial and construction companies are faced with a dual challenge: maintaining a high level of safety while improving their operational productivity. Yet infrastructures are aging, regulations are tightening, and budgetary constraints continue unabated. Inspection therefore becomes a strategic lever.
Increasingly complex sites to control
Whether :
- sensitive industrial facilities (refineries, power plants, SEVESO plants),
- extensive underground networks (fluids, cables, service ducts),
- or building structures in operation (bridges, tunnels, technical facades),
access conditions are often difficult, if not impossible, for human agents. The risks associated with working at height, entering confined spaces or exposure to chemicals make many inspections dangerous, costly and time-consuming to plan.
A regulatory imperative
In many fields, regular inspections are required by law (ITV inspections, structural diagnostics, non-destructive testing - NDT...). Non-compliance can lead to business stoppages, administrative sanctions and even criminal liability.
The need toautomate and secure these checks is therefore a priority for operators, local authorities and construction companies alike.
The drone, a technological response adapted to new needs
Inspection drones, whether aerial or ground-based, provide a practical solution to the limitations of traditional methods. They enable precise data to be collected rapidly, without exposing personnel, and without interrupting plant operations.
These innovations include, Multinnov stands out with equipment designed specifically for industrial and confined environments.
The Roview2, a unique inspection robot on the market
The Roview2 is a hybrid mobile robot, both rolling and floating, capable of entering pipes, technical galleries, duct networks or buried conduits. It can operate on dry ground as well as in partially or totally flooded environments, where most conventional equipment is inoperable.
Features include :
- A 4K camera mounted on a motorized turret (360° rotation, 180° tilt);
- High-power LED lighting, up to 12,000 lumens;
- Wireless video transmission in real time, with HD return on tablet;
- A robust, waterproof structure designed for the most demanding industrial conditions.
Entirely manufactured in France, the Roview2 is also part of an approach to technological sovereignty, particularly sought-after in sensitive sectors.
Use cases: drone services for industry and construction
Buried networks, ducts, pipes: inspecting without entering
On industrial sites, underground networks (drainage, process, compressed air, steam, wastewater) are often inaccessible, due to their size or condition. The use of Roview2 enables :
- identify obstructions, cracks and structural deformations,
- control the slope and areas of waterlogging,
- detect corrosion, leaks or root intrusion.
The fact that it can operate in water as well as on land guarantees continuity of inspection over several tens or even hundreds of meters.
Worksites and buildings in operation: control without disruption
In the construction industry, drones can be used to carry out inspections during the construction or operation phase:
- control of expansion joints,
- checking the conformity of technical ducts or embedded networks,
- inspection of elevations or areas at high risk of falling.
All without scaffolding, aerial platforms or site interruptions.
Post-incident maintenance: safe intervention
After a disaster (fire, explosion, collapse), the urgent need is to diagnose the actual condition of structures, while guaranteeing the safety of those involved. A drone like the Roview2 enables you to :
- accurately map the damage;
- identify critical areas before human intervention ;
- document findings for insurance or project management.
Measurable benefits at every level
Enhanced human safety
- Eliminate work in confined, unstable or hazardous areas.
- Reduce the risk of falls, poisoning, crushing or electrocution.
- Compliance with workplace safety directives (DUER, French Labour Code).
Increased efficiency
- Rapid implementation: deployment in less than 15 minutes.
- Visual data available in real time.
- Precise observation thanks to 4K camera and integrated lighting.
Overall profitability
- Reduced logistics costs (scaffolding, gondolas, stops).
- Less mobilization of qualified personnel.
- Fewer operating losses due to process interruptions.
On the scale of an industrial site or a major building complex, the use of a robot like the Roview2 offers an overall improvement in the cost/safety/performance ratio.
Drone inspection, once reserved for a few specific applications, is now standard practice in industry and construction. It meets the most critical challenges: personal safety, regulatory compliance and economic performance.
With the Roview2, Multinnov offers a French, field-proven solution capable of intervening where conventional methods fail. Whether inspecting a flooded pipe, a hard-to-reach service duct or a buried network in operation, the Roview2 offers an unrivalled level of reliability, simplicity and safety.
Are you a maintenance manager, works engineer or infrastructure manager? Contact Multinnov now for a Roview2 demonstration, feasibility audit or on-site intervention. The inspection of tomorrow is already available. Make it an asset for your projects.
