Aerial videography for construction crane lifts
Aerial videography is a powerful way to record key moments on construction sites, not just light‑hearted or “fun” projects. It lets you capture crane lifts and major installations from above in clear, detailed footage. In January 2023, our team at Capture Point Media used aerial videography to document the Siemens Biograph Vision Quadra PET/CT scanner being lifted into the Melbourne Theranostic Innovation Centre (MTIC) facility.
Capturing a historic installation at MTIC
In early 2023, the Quadra PET/CT scanner arrived on site at MTIC in Melbourne. A large crane lifted this highly specialised medical scanner into the building, and our team recorded the entire process with aerial videography and time‑lapse footage. We filmed each key step from multiple angles so the client could see exactly how the lift unfolded.
This installation marked an important milestone for the centre and its partners. By documenting the lift from the air, we helped preserve a visual record of a major upgrade to Melbourne’s medical technology capabilities.
Why the Quadra PET/CT scanner matters
The Quadra PET/CT scanner represents a major step forward for medical imaging. It offers faster and more accurate scans while using a lower radiation dose. This improves diagnosis and reduces risk for patients.
Lower dose imaging is especially helpful for people needing repeated scans, such as cancer patients, as well as children and pregnant women. Through their work with this technology, PreMIT in North Melbourne and MTIC aim to improve outcomes for people with serious illnesses and to strengthen Melbourne’s position as a leader in theranostics.
Aerial videography for crane lifts
Aerial videography is very useful on smaller construction projects, especially for crane lifts and equipment installations. Drones with high‑resolution cameras can fly above the site and record the lift from several angles. This view from the air shows how the lift is planned, how the crane operates and how the load moves into position.
Many companies use this footage for marketing and communication. It is a simple way to explain a complex operation to clients, stakeholders and the public. At the same time, it also creates a detailed visual record of the lift.
Visual records and quality control
Aerial video of a crane lift can also support quality control. It shows rigging, clearances, exclusion zones and ground conditions at the time of the lift. Project teams can review the footage afterwards to confirm procedures, check details or use it as a training example for future work.
Because drones can move quickly and safely around the site, they can capture angles that are difficult or unsafe for ground crews. This makes aerial videography an efficient tool for documenting important activities on busy construction sites.
Aerial videography services from Capture Point Media
Capture Point Media’s aerial videography services help construction and project teams record critical moments with clarity. On the Quadra PET/CT scanner lift, our experienced crew documented every step of the operation from start to finish. We combined aerial video with time‑lapse photography to give the client both dynamic footage and a condensed overview.
This visual record now stands as evidence of the teams’ planning, effort and skill on a complex, high‑value lift. It also gives the client material they can use in presentations, reports and marketing. If you need to capture a crane lift or installation on your next project, aerial videography offers a safe, flexible and engaging way to do it.