Case Study | Tech-driven AP3-P1 Empowering High-altitude Operations in the Power Industry

Case Background

Traditionally, this task involves manual labor, which poses challenges such as low efficiency, high costs, and significant safety risks due to the lightning rods' location atop high-voltage areas of substations. Recently, a substation in East of China, sought to improve efficiency and safety by introducing drones and robots for lightning rod painting.

Challenges

1. Aerial High-precision Operation: Achieving even, complete paint coverage without drips or streaks is more demanding with aerial equipment than manual painting.

2. Equipment and Technique Compatibility: Proper integration of spraying tools and materials is required to avoid uneven application or missed areas.

3. Safety Concerns: Operating near high-voltage systems demands robust measures to ensure substation safety during the painting process.

Solution

The AP3-P1 is compatible with mainstream drone platforms. Designed for aerial precision spraying, it delivers safe, efficient, and flexible multi-angle operations suitable for industries like energy and wind power maintenance.

Advantages of AP3-P1 vs. Conventional Spraying Drones

• Adaptive Balance for Stable and Efficient Operations: The Pliabot® gimbal minimizes lateral movement caused by spraying, ensuring high adaptability and operational efficiency in various environments.

• Shock Absorption for Enhanced Safety: The Pliabot® gimbal absorbs external forces during collisions, protecting both the equipment and target surfaces.

• Multi-angle Adjustment for Comprehensive Coverage: With adjustable vertical angles of ±30° and lateral angles of ±90°, the AP3-P1 ensures precise and thorough spraying without blind spots.

Customer Benefits

1. Enhanced Safety: Unmanned operations eliminate safety risks, and the system provides robust operational stability.

2. Increased Efficiency & Reduced Costs: The AP3-P1’s high efficiency outperformed manual operations several times over, significantly cutting labor costs and improving economic outcomes.