Our team specializes in robotics and thermography for

REmote Inspections

ToPa 3D handles remote sensing inspections

Enhance safety, efficiency, and data quality in your inspections.

• High-definition visual & thermal data for a complete asset picture.
• Faster, more consistent inspections with robots navigating complex areas.
• Early insulation and moisture identification with thermography to fast-track repairs.

At ToPa 3D, we pride ourselves on delivering the highest standards of thermal inspection services. Our team is Infrared Thermography Level 2 Certified, demonstrating advanced skills and expertise in conducting comprehensive thermal inspections of buildings, infrastructure, and equipment. This certification ensures that our technicians are equipped to accurately identify temperature variations, locate hidden issues like leaks or insulation gaps, and provide reliable analysis.

We also follow ASTM standards for thermal inspections, guaranteeing that our processes meet rigorous industry benchmarks for accuracy and reliability. By adhering to these standards, we ensure that our thermal imaging results are not only precise but also consistent across all projects. Whether it’s for leak detection, energy audits, or preventative maintenance, ToPa 3D’s thermography services deliver trusted results that clients can rely on for informed decision-making.

Our reality capture inspection data provides inspectors, building owners, and construction teams the ability to inspect areas that are normally difficult to uncover or reach. Through the use of robotics, IR cameras, standard cameras, and drones, ToPa 3D is able to capture the critical information you need while ensuring worker safety.

Robotics inspections

safe, consistent, inspection automation:

Traditional inspections of crawlspace, bridges, and hazardous environments can be dangerous, limited by human size, and susceptible to human error. Robotic inspections offer a revolutionary solution. When a crawlspace is too small, a bridge too high, or an environment simply too toxic or dangerous for human entry, robots come into their element. Their compact size, maneuverability, and resistance to harsh conditions allow them to gather vital data in these hard-to-reach or perilous locations. This ensures the safety of human inspectors while providing high-quality, detailed information for informed decision-making.

Thermography inspections

infrared moisture detection:

Our thermography services utilize specialized cameras that detect temperature variations invisible to the naked eye. This makes them ideal for pinpointing hidden problems within your infrastructure. For instance, thermography can reveal water intrusion behind walls or under roofs long before visible signs of damage appear. This allows for early intervention, preventing costly repairs and potential mold growth. The technology doesn't stop there. Thermography can also identify potential energy inefficiencies in buildings, and with specialized equipment, adding another layer of safety and preventative maintenance to your property.

ground penetrating radar (GPR scanning) inspections

subsurface inspection for concrete:

ToPa 3D’s approach to this project is guided by the principles outlined in ASTM D6432-19, ensuring industry-standard practices for surface Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) investigations. Our certified technicians will perform on-site scanning using calibrated, high-resolution equipment, with an emphasis on safety, accuracy, and minimal disruption to ongoing activities. Following fieldwork, we will provide a clear, concise reporting package that includes annotated site images, marked locations of detected subsurface features, and summary notes for each scanned area. Deliverables can be tailored to the needs of the project team and may include both digital and hard-copy formats to support informed decision-making in the field.

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The Inspections Process

Planning

We collaborate to define your inspection needs and choose the best technology (robotics, IR camera, or scanner). Safety protocols are established for a smooth operation.

Collection

Our chosen technology goes to work. Robots navigate capturing high-definition video and thermal data. IR cameras scan surfaces for temperature variations. LiDAR scanners map the environment, creating a 3D model.

Reporting

Our experts analyze the data. For robotics and IR, we review video and images, identify issues, and generate reports with recommendations. Point cloud data is processed for definitive measurements. Through the creation of a 3D model, we present a clear report with visuals to guide your decisions.

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Case study

Interior Thermography

At ToPa 3D, we conduct thermography services on both building interiors and exteriors, using advanced thermal imaging to detect temperature variations that can reveal hidden issues like leaks, insulation gaps, or electrical faults. Recently, we were contracted to identify the source of a persistent leak in an apartment building. With no complete as-built information available, traditional inspection methods were proving ineffective, so our infrared cameras were used to locate the problem.Through thermography, we traced the moisture in the walls back to a faulty drain pipe originating from the roof. Our thermal imaging clearly showed the path of the leak, allowing maintenance teams to take immediate, targeted action, preventing further damage and ensuring resident safety. This timely identification not only accelerated repairs but also minimized costs and disruptions for the building’s management and tenants. ToPa 3D’s thermography services provide a precise, non-invasive way to identify issues that might otherwise remain undetected.

Case study

Interior Thermography

At ToPa 3D, we conduct thermography services on both building interiors and exteriors, using advanced thermal imaging to detect temperature variations that can reveal hidden issues like leaks, insulation gaps, or electrical faults. Recently, we were contracted to identify the source of a persistent leak in an apartment building. With no complete as-built information available, traditional inspection methods were proving ineffective, so our infrared cameras were used to locate the problem.Through thermography, we traced the moisture in the walls back to a faulty drain pipe originating from the roof. Our thermal imaging clearly showed the path of the leak, allowing maintenance teams to take immediate, targeted action, preventing further damage and ensuring resident safety. This timely identification not only accelerated repairs but also minimized costs and disruptions for the building’s management and tenants. ToPa 3D’s thermography services provide a precise, non-invasive way to identify issues that might otherwise remain undetected.

See What RObotics can do

[ToPa 3D] is fantastic to work with, and brings amazing results to any project. I've experienced [their] knowledge and skill both in my classroom as a guest lecturer - teaching scanning applications to historic preservation students - and in the field working on historic buildings. It's a pleasure to then brainstorm new techniques and interpretations with [ToPa 3D] from the data [they've] acquired.
- Lauren Allsopp, Director, Community Development and Environmental Stewardship at Smart Pad Living LLC; Conservator - RMS Titanic

[ToPa 3D] is fantastic to work with, and brings amazing results to any project. I've experienced [their] knowledge and skill both in my classroom as a guest lecturer - teaching scanning applications to historic preservation students - and in the field working on historic buildings. It's a pleasure to then brainstorm new techniques and interpretations with [ToPa 3D] from the data [they've] acquired.
- Lauren Allsopp, Director, Community Development and Environmental Stewardship at Smart Pad Living LLC; Conservator - RMS Titanic

Tools we use for Remote Visual Inspections

ToPa 3D’s terrestrial robots, outfitted with high-definition cameras and LiDAR sensors, autonomously traverse construction and industrial sites to perform precise inspections. They capture synchronized video, still imagery, and 3D point-cloud data to detect surface defects, alignment issues, and structural deformations with millimeter accuracy. All captured data integrates seamlessly into BIM and 3D models, allowing stakeholders to visualize site conditions, plan targeted interventions, and maintain asset quality.