Major investments have been and are made in utility infrastructure; power lines, gas mains, water mains, data lines, telephone lines, and sewer lines. In the past geospatial data has been inadequately recorded and in some cases it is not documented at all.
Reliability of supply, environmental protection and efficiency of operations, require accurate geospatial data. Infrastructure damage can be avoided when reliable information regarding location and description of pipelines is available to the work crews. The repair and replacement of infrastructure can be carried out quickly when accurate geospatial data has been deployed.
Network Planning and Design
ATLIS's unique combination of modelling experience, and geo data processing know-how, enables ATLIS to specify and produce best-in-class geographical databases dedicated to radio planning applications, worldwide.
ATLIS has among the largest production capabilities for low and high resolution cartographic databases (DTM, DEM, DHM’s, 3D building data, land use classification, vectors and orthophotos), derived from a variety of sources, including stereo aerial and satellite imagery.
Engineering
Telecommunication and utility professionals need accurate and current geospatial data early in the design process to engineer and construct new facilities and to visualize the impact of new construction on the landscape and surrounding community. It is also used to design site access which lessens construction costs based upon elevations, soil erosion and flooding potential. Why construct a utility tower upon sub optimal land when imagery can mitigate millions of dollars in repairs and maintenance?
Land use and compliance
The ever-increasing regulations and required permits for operating within the utility industry make imagery an essential tool for completing the compliance and approval process or managing land ownership rights. Our imagery provides valuable visual insights for accomplishing tasks like assessing proper buffering around power lines, placing roadside equipment boxes for least visual impact and determining placement of sewer lines consistent with Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards. In addition, imagery accurately documents aspects of projects, helping permit granting agencies return quick decisions. Our earth imagery has also served as a record of accuracy in lawsuit disputes.