In the industrial sector, inspecting structures in confined spaces is a major technical challenge. These cramped environments, often dangerous or inaccessible to humans, require advanced technologies to guarantee inspections that are accurate, fast and safe. It is in this context that Multinnova French company specializing in robotic inspection solutions, has developed the Roview2a wireless TV inspection robot designed specifically to operate in these complex environments.
Robot inspection in confined spaces: definition and challenges
A confined-space inspection robot is a mobile piece of equipment, usually remotely controlled, equipped with a high-definition camera and sometimes other sensors (to measure distance, inclination, temperature, etc.). It is used to visually inspect inaccessible areas, such as pipes, technical ducts, tanks or industrial ducts.
These robots have several objectives:
- Assess the condition of internal structures (presence of cracks, corrosion, deposits, leaks, etc.),
- Prepare maintenance operations,
- Check compliance with standards (such as NF EN 13508-2 for TV inspections),
- Reduce human risks, by preventing technicians from entering dangerous areas (lack of oxygen, risk of collapse, contamination, etc.).
The sectors concerned by these inspections are numerous: chemical industry, agri-food, energy, sanitation, public infrastructure, nuclear, etc. Increasing regulatory pressure, combined with the imperatives of safety and cost optimization, are driving more and more players to turn to innovative inspection robots.
The Roview2, a wireless inspection robot made in France
The Roview2developed by Multinnovembodies the culmination of several years' research and field experience. Compact, lightweight and powerful, this "made in France" inspection robot has been designed to operate in complex environments, sometimes flooded, dark, irregular or with a marked incline.
Technology at the service of performance
- Motorized 4K camera : The Roview2 is equipped with an Ultra HD camera mounted on a rotating turret (360° horizontal, 180° vertical). It enables panoramic visual inspection, with no blind spots, even in the most inaccessible corners.
- Powerful LED lighting : With its 12,000 lumens, it illuminates dark areas perfectly. This guarantees optimum image quality, without reflections or stray shadows, even in large or dirty ducts.
- Wireless transmission : No more coiled cables stretching for hundreds of meters. Thanks to a high-performance wireless communication system, the robot can transmit live images, even through obstacles, depending on the environment.
- 2-hour battery life : The Roview2 offers an excellent compromise between autonomy and weight. At just 4 kg, it can be easily deployed by a single person, even in hard-to-reach areas.
- Waterproofing and buoyancy : The Roview2 has been designed to operate both on dry ground and in partially submerged environments. It can float and automatically stabilize itself on the surface of water, a major advantage for inspections in pipes, basins or tanks.
- Enhanced stability and safety : Capable of remaining stable up to a 45° incline, it is also equipped with a 30° rollover warning system, which enhances the reliability of inspections in inclined or irregular ducts.
- Compliance with standards : The robot complies with the NF EN 13508-2 standard, a guarantee of reliability for local authorities and operators of wastewater systems.
Designed with the user in mind
The Roview2 has been designed with simplicity of use and robustness in mind. No fragile cables, no unnecessarily exposed parts: the device can be used quickly and intuitively, whether the user is an expert or not. It's also easy to maintain, limiting downtime between jobs.
Multiple application environments
The great advantage of Roview2 is its versatility. It can be used in a wide variety of professional contexts, with constant efficiency. Here are just a few concrete application examples:
Sanitation networks
The Roview2 is perfectly suited to inspecting wastewater and stormwater pipes, whether dry, partially filled or even flooded. It can identify obstructions, roots, cracks, infiltrations, faulty connections and more.
often used for ITV (televisual inspections) before or after rehabilitation work.
Ventilation ducts and technical ducts
In industrial and commercial buildings, ventilation systems can become clogged or deteriorate over time. The Roview2 can navigate these ducts to identify areas of excessive dust, structural damage or foreign objects.
Tanks and submerged structures
Whether in the agri-food, chemical or water infrastructure sectors, water or chemical tanks require regular inspection. The Roview2which floats and illuminates powerfully, can be used in these situations without the need for prior emptying.
Industrial zones with difficult access
Hoppers, shafts, pits, technical galleries, tanks, columns: complex or narrow environments are no problem for the Roview2. Its small size enables it to reach where few other robots can.
The future of confined space inspection
The adoption of robotic solutions such as the Roview2 is part of an underlying trend : the robotization of high-risk tasks with low added value for operators. In the years to come, these robots will become essential allies for maintenance managers, infrastructure managers and local authorities.
Towards greater precision and automation
Future versions of inspection robots will probably incorporate moreon-board intelligence, with :
- Photogrammetry : creation of 3D models of the inspected environment from captured images.
- Automatic AI fault detection .
- Predictive analysis by cross-referencing data over time.
An economical, sustainable solution
Investing in a robot like the Roview2 represents long-term savings. It avoids the need to mobilize personnel in difficult conditions, reduces production downtime and minimizes costly unplanned interventions . Its robust design guarantees a long service life, and maintenance is limited.
Technology made in France
Multinnov claims to be designed and manufactured in France, a guarantee of quality, reactivity in case of need (after-sales service, spare parts...) and technological sovereignty. We are
an important point for many local authorities and companies keen to support the local industrial fabric.
Multinnov' sRoview2 has become a benchmark in inspection robots for confined spaces. Thanks to its compact design, wireless technology, 4K camera, and ability to operate in complex and sometimes aquatic environments, it enables professionals to carry out safer, faster and more accurate inspections.
Against a backdrop of ever-increasing regulatory, economic and safety requirements, the Roview2 perfectly embodies the future ofrobot-assisted visual inspection. Innovative, versatile and easy to use, it is designed for both local authorities and industrial players looking to optimize the management and monitoring of their infrastructures.
