About
Kespry Drone, operated under Firmatek, is a comprehensive end-to-end drone mapping and analytics solution built specifically for heavy industry sectors including energy, environmental compliance, and mining & raw materials. The platform integrates drone data collection, LiDAR scanning, and advanced analytics software to help organizations make confident, data-driven operational decisions faster. At its core is Kespry Cloud — a web-based platform that compiles, visualizes, and analyzes aerial survey data. Key tools include a Reporting Tool that converts drone and LiDAR data into clean, shareable reports; a Compare Tool for visualizing material or terrain changes over time or across sites; and a Cross-Section Tool that provides vertical views of project sites to analyze elevation, slopes, and material movement with precision. Kespry serves electric utilities, oil & gas operations, solar installations, stormwater management, emissions monitoring, compliance programs, and aggregate mining companies. The platform is especially dominant in the mining sector, providing stockpile volume measurement and inventory management for large-scale producers. Its newest product, Kilowatt™ by Kespry, is tailored for electric utility operations with enhanced performance and streamlined workflows. Designed for enterprises and industrial operators, Kespry is ideal for field teams and operations managers who need reliable, processed geospatial intelligence without deep technical GIS expertise.
Key Features
- Kespry Cloud Platform: A centralized web-based hub for accessing, analyzing, and sharing drone and LiDAR data from any location.
- Stockpile Volume & Inventory Management: Industry-leading aerial measurement of stockpile volumes and material inventory, trusted by top aggregate producers for 30+ years.
- Compare Tool: Side-by-side visual comparisons of site data across time periods or locations to identify changes, progress, and deviations.
- Cross-Section Analysis: Vertical cross-section views that allow precise analysis of elevation profiles, slope gradients, and material movement.
- Automated Reporting: Generates clean, structured reports from drone and LiDAR data to support faster team collaboration and operational decisions.
Use Cases
- Measuring stockpile volumes and managing material inventory at aggregate mining sites.
- Monitoring slope stability, material movement, and elevation changes at active mine pits.
- Conducting aerial surveys for electric utility infrastructure inspection and maintenance planning.
- Tracking stormwater runoff, emissions, and compliance data for environmental reporting.
- Generating cut-and-fill reports to track earthwork progress on large construction or extraction projects.
Pros
- Industry-Specific Depth: Purpose-built for heavy industries like mining, energy, and environmental compliance rather than being a generic mapping tool.
- End-to-End Service: Covers the entire workflow from field data capture to analysis and reporting, reducing the need for multiple third-party tools.
- Proven Track Record: Over 30 years of experience and adoption by 14 of the top 15 aggregate producers demonstrates strong reliability and industry trust.
Cons
- Enterprise Pricing: Designed for large industrial operators; pricing and access are not transparent, making it less accessible for smaller organizations.
- Narrow Industry Focus: Primarily serves energy, environmental, and mining sectors — not suited for general commercial or consumer drone use cases.
Frequently Asked Questions
What industries does Kespry serve?
Kespry serves energy (electric utilities, oil & gas, solar), environmental (stormwater, emissions monitoring, compliance), and mining & raw materials (aggregate mining) industries.
What is Kespry Cloud?
Kespry Cloud is the web-based platform where users access, analyze, and visualize processed drone and LiDAR data. It includes reporting, comparison, and cross-section tools.
What is Kilowatt™ by Kespry?
Kilowatt™ is Kespry's updated product for electric utilities, formerly known as Kespry for Electric Utilities. It includes enhanced performance features and a simplified workflow for utility operations.
Does Kespry provide the drones, or just the software?
Kespry (through Firmatek) offers end-to-end services including expert field services for data capture as well as software for processing and analysis — not just software alone.
How accurate is Kespry's stockpile volume measurement?
Kespry has been the industry leader in stockpile measurement for over 30 years, serving 14 of the top 15 aggregate producers, reflecting a high level of accuracy and reliability trusted at scale.
