

Customer
Oncor
Location
Colorado City, Texas
Highlights
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24 Hour Turnaround on Storm Assessments
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Improved Efficiency
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Improved Safety
Rapid Response and Efficient Surveillance in Colorado City Storm Aftermath
The Challenge
The Solution
- Real-time Surveillance: Drones captured high-resolution photographs of the entire 20-mile impact zone in real time, enabling Oncor to promptly evaluate the level of damage and prioritize restoration efforts.
- Efficient Restoration Planning: The prompt receipt of surveillance images facilitated effective line patrol and assessment of right-of-way access, streamlining equipment delivery and restoration efforts.
- Enhanced Safety Measures: Drone inspections minimized human interaction with downed power lines, reducing safety risks and ensuring proactive hazard identification and resolution before crew arrival.
- Public Safety Evaluation: Think Power evaluated road crossings to identify any additional public safety concerns and assess travel paths' passability for the public, enhancing overall safety measures.
Key Benefits
- 24 Hour Turnaround on Storm Assessments: Think Power's efficient surveillance methods expedited restoration efforts, enabling Oncor to swiftly prioritize and address damage along the entire line.
- Improved Efficiency: The use of drones significantly increased overall restoration efficiency by minimizing human interaction, reducing wear and tear on vehicles, and streamlining equipment delivery.
- Improved Safety: By minimizing safety risks associated with downed power lines and conducting proactive hazard identification, Think Power ensured a safer working environment for restoration crews and the public.