UAV/ROV Underwater Drone Inspections

UAV/ROV Underwater Drone Inspections
Industrial tank maintenance practices and protocols are continuously evolving to prioritize the safety of engineers during potentially hazardous operations.
Numerous aquatic commercial storage applications, marine-related installations, and other assets that are difficult to access manually necessitate specialized drone and robotic equipment for inspections.
For decades, Panel Tanks Vegas by American Tanks has been offering Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) inspections and UAV Drone Inspection services to industries in both the United States, employing state-of-the-art data-capturing technology.
Conducting assessments of aged and severely deteriorated tanks remotely is currently the safest inspection method available in our industry, reducing reliance on traditional dive team services whenever feasible.
UAV Drone Inspections
Drone technology has become widespread across various industries in the United States, transforming the approach to inspecting storage tank systems that are either hazardous or difficult to access.
Panel Tanks Vegas by American Tanks provides advanced Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) tank inspection services, significantly improving assessment efficiency and safety in nearly every aspect of today’s tank inspections.
Whether it’s underwater assets requiring condition assessments or rooftop fire water systems facing potential collapse, Panel Tanks Vegas by American Tanks employs drones for inspections in these areas.
UAVs are most commonly used in situations where ladders, stairways, and platforms leading to tanks or tank roofs are deemed unsafe and pose risks to our personnel.
Panel Tanks Vegas by American Tanks UAVs are equipped with:
- 4K Ultra High Definition Cameras for exceptionally clear viewing and recording.
- Extended battery life to optimize inspections, minimize downtime, and expedite the delivery of findings and reports to you.
- Live streaming functionality allows our engineers to monitor inspections in real-time through a live feed.
- Thermal Analysis and 3D Modelling capabilities.

What UAVs Can Find
- Cracks and leaks occurring in water tanks.
- All stages of corrosion-related damage.
- Utilizing 3D modeling for detecting construction distortions.
- Challenges related to tank walls, roofs, roof frames, and flooring.
- Indications of contamination within the tank's contents.
ROV & Underwater Inspections

Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs) are essentially robotic devices utilized for inspecting tanks, whether they are empty or filled, without the need to drain water reserves, shut down tanks, or physically enter the assets.
Panel Tanks Vegas by American Tanks also performs underwater marine inspections, evaluating pipelines, infrastructure, and other submerged foundational structures for any damage.
Directing dive teams in underwater inspection projects can pose significant dangers, and in most cases, it’s unnecessary. Manned inspections carry numerous risks that ROV technology either eliminates or significantly reduces.
Our ROVs can be submerged fully inside a storage tank containing potable or non-potable water, providing inspection results much more efficiently than a dive team could.
Improved Precision and Focus on Problematic Areas
ROVs and UAVs enable our team to offer clients a more precise method for tank inspections. This allows us to allocate our time and resources to identify a single suspected issue or concentrate on a specific area of the tank.
By focusing on a particular region within a large tank system, Panel Tanks Vegas by American Tanks can streamline our inspection process and address issues more quickly.
In the past, transporting and mobilizing teams of divers and their equipment was time-consuming, inefficient, expensive, and hazardous. With ROV technology, we can now inspect multiple tanks during a single site visit, typically completing the process within two days onsite.
A Streamlined Approach
Panel Tanks Vegas by American Tanks utilizes a two-person inspection team and a carry bag to transport the necessary equipment around the site and between assets. The majority of inspections involve walking, with vehicles used primarily to relocate our pilot and engineer to different site locations when inspecting multiple tanks.
Safe for Both Individuals and Property
While dive teams entail numerous risks, UAVs and ROVs offer a relatively safe alternative, ensuring the safety of our team and onsite personnel during tank inspections.
Many deteriorating tanks harbor unforeseen hazards and uncertainties that may not be apparent until a person or machine enters. In some cases, engineers may be at risk of harm upon entry before the specific risks associated with a structure are realized.
UAVs help safeguard the livelihoods of our engineers in the event of rare but catastrophic collapses or inspection incidents. Additionally, we aim to minimize asset damage by reducing contact with tank surfaces, preventing objects from falling onto the flooring, and averting other common accidents caused by human error.
Approved for Confined Space and Working at Heights
All of our tank inspection personnel hold certifications, licenses, and training required to operate within confined spaces and perform work at heights deemed hazardous by industry standards in both America.