Reduce risk and maintain compliance with our specialist risk management services.
We’re proud to be a leading provider of complete life cycle risk management solutions. From ensuring asset safety and legal compliance with our thorough engineering inspections to driving operational efficiency with our specialist non-destructive testing services, (and much more in between), we’re proud of the long-lasting partnerships we have formed with our customers over the last 160 years, based on the value of our solutions.
Digital Surveys and Remote Asset Monitoring Solutions
A leading provider of Digital Survey solutions for infrastructure projects, across various environments and locations
Our Digital Surveys and Remote Asset Monitoring services are tailored to your unique operations and environment. We provide expertise in precision land mapping, real-time asset tracking, and advanced data analytics for enhanced operational. We provide a bespoke solution to ensure that every detail is accounted for, even in the most challenging environments.
What Digital Surveys we provide at BES Group?
We understand that every survey environment is different and work with you to ensure each survey is tailored to your project requirements. We specialise in Topographical, Bathymetric, and Sonar Imaging Surveys to provide precision and reliability for your operations. Our expert team provides comprehensive, high-precision digital surveying in the most challenging locations, including remote access locations and marine environments.
We survey a variety of infrastructure, such as:
- Land and topographical features
- Underground utilities and piping
- Civil and structural assets
- Marine and underwater infrastructure
- Railway tracks and associated infrastructure
- Highway and road networks
Topographical Surveys
Our topographical Digital Surveys provide accurate and detailed maps of your land surface, supporting you with all stages of your project.
From coordinates for bridges to detailed Digital Land Surveys for sewerage outfalls, our specialists are experienced in a wide range of construction operations.
We use various systems and survey types to prepare your technical drawings, ensuring they’re tailored to your project, including:
- Complex engineering surveying
- Structural monitoring
- Traditional Topographic Surveys
- Railway surveys
- 3D point cloud scanning and modelling
- BIM modelling
- Setting out
- 3D CAD modelling and visualisations
Bathymetric Surveys
Our Bathymetric Surveys and underwater scour inspections accurately plot your seafloor, creating precise nautical charts for every project stage.
We use various survey techniques to record riverbed profiles and monitor their development over time, giving valuable data to understand riverbed behaviours.
Our survey teams use standard topographical survey techniques, plus GPS-based survey equipment with depth sounders. For example, we may use a standard ranging rod with a GPS receiver, or an echo sounder attached to a boat. We can also provide remote marine asset monitoring to detect scour, which is conducted following BA 74/06 guidelines.
Sonar Surveys
Sonar Surveys offer comprehensive mapping of underwater structures, such as bridges, and pipelines which may need inspecting more closely.
These surveys construct detailed images to specifically assess structure condition, even in the most complex environments.
We use MS1000 software for sonar data which correlates to known geographic coordinates or a relative grid. GPS provides the accuracy needed for positioning the sonar and allows the operator to record targets with associated coordinates effectively. All exported data will be tailored to your unique requirements, including geo-referenced survey plots, images, and defects.
Acoustic Imaging
Acoustic Imaging is a non-invasive survey method used to detect and map sound waves within infrastructure, such as vibrations.
It involves the use of a microphone to identify ultrasound and produce real-time images of sound waves that may be undetectable without the use of technology.
This can help provide insight into potential issues such as gas and air leaks within a structure, as the sound is mapped in real-time this allows engineers to precisely identify the location of the structural issue.
Prioritising the safety of people and assets in every survey
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Digital Surveys enhance the safety and efficiency of your projects, even within complex environments. Managing complex construction projects requires accurate insights and planning, whether you’re in the early stages of project design, or conducting ongoing maintenance and inspection.
Technological innovation
Specialist technology means we can provide you with precise and efficient data, even in remote or hazardous settings. This includes unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), underwater sonar, and other cutting-edge Digital Surveying techniques engineered for complex environments.
Precise data
Our leading Digital Surveys gather unique and rigorous insights into every stage of your project. We deliver data with convenience using our online reporting method, ensuring that results and analysis are bespoke to the demands of your construction environment.
Preventative measures
One of the main benefits of our Digital Surveys is that we uncover vital data about your project to advise on potential maintenance, repair, and planning works. This helps you identify potential issues before they arise, minimising downtime and unplanned costs.
Technological innovation
Specialist technology means we can provide you with precise and efficient data, even in remote or hazardous settings. This includes unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), underwater sonar, and other cutting-edge Digital Surveying techniques engineered for complex environments.
Precise data
Our leading Digital Surveys gather unique and rigorous insights into every stage of your project. We deliver data with convenience using our online reporting method, ensuring that results and analysis are bespoke to the demands of your construction environment.
Preventative measures
One of the main benefits of our Digital Surveys is that we uncover vital data about your project to advise on potential maintenance, repair, and planning works. This helps you identify potential issues before they arise, minimising downtime and unplanned costs.
Proud to specialise in Digital Surveys across challenging environments
Our team has extensive expertise in Special Access Support systems such as Rope Access, Confined Space Entry, and underwater inspection techniques – so we can reach structures that would be difficult to access. We work across a variety of sectors including railways, highways, large construction sites and civil structures. Regardless of your environment or your environment and Digital Surveying needs, we’re here to support you.
Digital surveys FAQs
What is a Digital Survey of land?
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A Digital Land Survey is technology used to measure and map land features. It often combines techniques such as GPS, drones, and 3D scanning to collect data about an area of land. This data can then be used to inform construction planning, such as locating and marking boundaries, identifying elevation levels, or mapping areas of high risk.
This is relevant for:
- Aerospace, airport and runway design.
- Defence, military base and facility planning, border and perimeter security.
- Marine, coastal management and port and harbour design.
- Construction and civil engineering.
- Transportation and infrastructure.
- Urban planning and development.
- Environmental management and conservation.
Who can conduct a Digital Survey?
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You must be an appropriately qualified Digital Surveyor to conduct a survey, as there are important regulations and guidelines to follow. For example, for scour assessments, survey specialists should comply with BA 74/06 guidelines.
What technology is used in a Digital Survey?
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Digital Surveys typically combine GPS, drones, 3D scanning, MS1000 software, and CAD software to produce assessments. This innovative technology allows experts to accurately map land and structures, so they can produce in-depth, reliable reports on size, condition, risk, and other factors.
How long does it take to complete a Digital Survey?
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The time to complete a Digital Survey is dependent on many factors, including the environment and complexity, type of project, location, and method.
Learn more about Structural Inspections and Surveys to see what’s best for your project.
How does Remote Asset Monitoring work?
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Remote Asset Monitoring uses sensors, IoT devices, and communication networks to track assets from a distance. These sensors collect real-time data on the asset’s condition, location, and performance, and send it to a central system. You can then use this system to view data, helping to inform decision-making and ongoing maintenance and management.
Find out more about our Data and Remote Monitoring Services.
Can Remote Asset Monitoring help with predictive maintenance?
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Remote Asset Monitoring supports predictive maintenance by continuously collecting data on asset performance and condition. For example, with large bridges, you can analyse this data to identify patterns and anomalies to predict potential bridge failures before they occur. This allows for timely maintenance, reducing downtime and unplanned repair costs.
Learn more about Bridges and Structural Monitoring to see how we can help you with predictive maintenance monitoring.
Which type of assets can be monitored remotely?
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You can monitor many types of construction assets remotely. These include:
- Heavy machinery
- Vehicles
- Tools and equipment
- Materials, such as steel and concrete supplies.
- Site infrastructure, such as bridges and buildings.
- Environmental conditions, including weather.
- Underwater structures and riverbeds.
Hear what our customers have to say
We care about the journey we take our customers on, but it’s not our word you should be taking, see what our customers think of the service we provided!
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The industry requires competence to be demonstrated, typically through UKAS accreditation, which is a prerequisite for many major clients. BES is type A accredited, which is preferred, they can provide highly objective opinions.
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Senior Project Manager
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BES is a really disruptive force in the market, they are able to provide a variety of necessary services to their customers and none of the other big players are able to provide that breadth of services.
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Industry competitor
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We have been with BES for the past 5 years and don’t plan on switching providers. They are very flexible with their services and are able to bring the best inspectors who can deal with on the ground challenges and build real relationships with clients.
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Why choose BES Group
Technology-enhanced operations
We complement our specialised skills with cutting-edge technologies to further enhance our operational capabilities. Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), underwater sonar, and digital scanning techniques provide us with precise and efficient data gathering, even in remote or hazardous settings.
Unmatched capabilities for challenging environments
BES Group stands apart as a specialist in inspecting structures in even the most challenging locations and environments. Our team possesses extensive expertise in rope access, confined space entry, and underwater inspection techniques, enabling us to reach and assess structures that would otherwise be inaccessible.
Unwavering safety commitment
We prioritise safety throughout every project, ensuring the well-being of our team and your assets.
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