Infrared thermography cameras can be used for a wide array of energy
audits which is ideal for missing insulation, roofing, mold detection,
building envelopes, weatherization, and home inspections.
thermography thermal cameras are amazing detector and
lens combinations which allow us to image real time live applications.
infrared FLIR (forward looking infrared) systems. Electrical and
mechanical inspections with home energy audits, building envelopes,
mold, insulation, roofing and air infiltration. condition monitoring and
PCB R&D surveys also apply to infrared thermography.
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Like vibration monitoring, oil analysis and other forms of predictive
maintenance (PdM), infrared (IR) thermography often spares facilities from minor periods
of downtime at the least; catastrophic equipment failure at worst.
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Below are a few
thermal infrared imaging camera systems suitable for
thermography, energy audits, condition monitoring and military
applications
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RAZ-iR
industrial Thermal Camera |
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The
RAZ-iR infrared camera is a breakthrough in price,
size and performance. This full blown thermography
system offers many features typically found on cameras
costing thousands of dollars more than the
RAZ-iR. Call us
today to discuss the many advantages of this amazing new
camera system.
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IR PROx hand held
Infrared Camera |
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The IR Pro FLIR
thermal handheld imaging camera is a robust system which
is suitable for a wide array of thermal imaging
applications
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IR-250 DX
Thermal Imager |
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The IR 250
Digital camera is a lightweight thermal imaging system
that is ideal for surveillance, Security, Law
enforcement and Military / government applications. The
ir 250DX is a digital high end thermal infrared imaging
powerhouse
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IR-235 DX FLIR
Infrared Camera |
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The newest addition to the
SPI family is the IR-235 compact thermal imager. This
new unit shatters the $10k barrier to bring you quality
thermal imaging at the greatest possible value.
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Digital Thermal
FLIR weapon Sight |
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The first affordable
thermal weapon sight designed specifically for homeland
security, police and security professionals. SpecterIR
uses heat imaging technology previously only available
for military applications
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T14 Multi Function
Tactical Thermal Monocular Weapon Sight FLIR scope |
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The new T14 Thermal IR monocular is the smallest and
most versatile thermal imager available. The unit can be
used as a hand held thermal IR viewer, hands free head
mounted goggle and as a precision thermal weapon sight.
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IR-400 DX Series
infrared camera |
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The new IR PRO 400D
thermal infrared imaging system will provide you with
real time color thermal imaging and digital image
storage. The unique PDA attachment provides touch screen
controls of vital camera
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IR-CAM TPM 4
thermography camera |
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The newest contender on the
block the IR CAM TPM is one of the smallest and easy to
use packages we have ever seen. You've heard the phrase
before a million times but finally there is now a true
"toolbox"
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IR-360 Force Protection, Mobile, fixed, marine pan tilt
zoom PTZ Thermal imaging FLIR cameras |
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The IR 360 remote thermal
imaging platform represents the state of the art in
rugged military grade thermal imaging solutions. The 360
is available in a wide range of COTS configurations
including mobile, marine, pan-tilt-zoom and fixed mount
scenarios.
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X200Xpi Mini
Thermal Infrared cam |
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The Compact X200Xpi
Thermal-eye system is a robust infrared camera which is
applicable for a wide variety of FLIR technology
applications such as security, surveillance and
condition monitoring
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IR-400 Series
RadioMetric |
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The 400 series thermal
imaging systems are known far and wide as the "workhorse
of the industry". These robust imagers provide you with
real time thermal video, accurate temperature
measurement, onboard
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IR 5100 Thermal
infrared imager |
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The IR 5100 thermal
package represents a unique opportunity for our
customers to get into a complete thermal imaging package
at an incredible value. The 5100 is ideal for short to
medium range surveillance / force protection and
industrial & commercial applications.
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IR Thermal Camera
Engine |
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The latest in thermal
imaging technology packaged in an OEM configuration for
rapid development into your designs. Infrared camera
modules are available in a wide range of configurations
from simple volts
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IR-CAM 59x |
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The 595 is one of the all
time greatest handheld thermal imaging systems ever
produced. Featuring high performance uncooled thermal
imaging, full radiometric data, sharp color and the
easiest to use control
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PT-i4000-B |
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The latest in mobile
pan-tilt thermal imaging is now affordable. The new
4000B is an all purpose weatherized remote sensing
camera that can easily be mounted to a vehicle (mounting
kits available) or
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TWS2000 Thermal
Weapon Sight |
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High resolution Thermal
Infrared FLIR imaging Weapon sight for extreme
battlefield & specialized operations. TWS2000 mounts to
standard firearms & offers crisp imaging and
unparalleled target acquisition in low or no light
applications.
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TOPAZ Multi Sensor Aerial / Marine FLIR stabilized
Imaging system |
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The latest in affordable
aerial / Marine gimbals stabilized FLIR imagers, the
TOPAZ is ideal for military, law enforcement and Marine
professionals where super sensitive multi platform
sensors are required for the most demanding of
applications. Just over $100K, the Topaz is a low cost
solution for ...
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MMXFLIR multi camera platform |
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MMXFLIR is a premier 3-5µm tri-field of view long range
surveillance and security solution with a bore sighted
CCTV for mobile and stationary land, air, and sea
related operations. The system is a completely
integrated solution on a controllable pan/tilt system.
The MMXFLIR offers one of the most comprehensive
integrated thermal imaging systems available today. The
system offers cooled IR detector technology with three
fields of view as well as visible detection.
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PT-i4000-M |
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The latest in mobile
pan-tilt thermal imaging is now affordable and MARINE
rated. The new 4000B is an all purpose marine
weatherized remote sensing camera that can easily be
mounted to a vessel, vehicle
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IR747 PRO Thermovision camera |
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The IR747 Pro thermovision
infrared camera is a stand alone FLIR imaging system
with color uncooled thermal images along with
radiomentric temperature measurement. The system is
ideal for R&D, thermovision, security, condition
monitoring & a wide array of FLIR applications.
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IR-700 Series |
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The iR 700 series Thermal
Infrared Imaging Cameras were designed for applications
requiring accurate real-time analysis, condition
monitoring & Thermographic profiling. Digital storage, a
unique electro
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IR-CAM 55x |
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The 550 is a great
handheld radiometric thermal imaging system that
features superb image quality, accurate temperature
measurement, digital image storage and analysis /
reporting software packages.
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TWS/TS-x20 FLIR
hand held and weapon sight FLIR scope |
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The TWS-X20 & TS-X20
represent the pinnacle of lightweight compact flir
imaging sights, weapon sighting and hand held flir
imaging are made easily with real time imaging. Ideal
for military law enforcement and EOD, SAR applications
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VideoThermal 2000 |
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The Video Thermal 2000 is
an affordable solution to Radiometric imaging
applications. These units feature temperature
measurement, high resolution color imaging, LCD display
and analysis software.
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T7 Thermal
Infrared Binoculars / Goggles |
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T7 Thermal infrared FLIR
goggle-Binocular system is a state of the art fused FLIR
system. Night Vision NVG TWS systems approved
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Eagle Imager 6
FireF imager |
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All Scott products have an
unsurpassed record of reliable performance and rugged
dependability. Scott's Eagle Imager thermal camera
contains such advanced technology its sensor can detect
temperature
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T5000 Thermal long
range binoculars |
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The T5000 thermal imaging
binocs are a state of the art SOCOM EOD qualified
military FLIR dual eye special operations binocular
system.
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T710 Digital
Thermal IR camera |
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The T710 is a fully
integrated digital Thermal infrared radiometric imaging
camera with precise temperature measurement and a wide
array of industrial and scientific features, all packed
in a rugged chassis with a brilliant 4" color screen and
intuitive user functionality
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IR-Infracam |
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The Thermal Infracam
system is based on the ultra high resolution PtSi
detector technology. This sensor is used in high end
testing cameras as well as state of the art military
imaging systems.
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IR/X-100 Compact
Thermal Viewer |
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The new breakthrough X100
pocket infrared imager is finally here! This rugged
thermal imager is small enough to fit in your pocket.
The scope is ideal for military / law enforcement needs
as well as predictive ...
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Panther-X Long
Range Fusion Thermal Imager
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The Panther-X Long Range
Dual Field Of view military thermal infrared IR imager
is a state of the art FLIR surveillance system coupled
with a zoom CCTV camera in a rugged PTZ pan tilt zoom
platform
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Z Series handheld
infrared camera |
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The Z series thermal FLIR
infrared imaging camera is a compact hand held thermal
night vision imager which offers digital zoom, scene
temperature measurement and real time thermal video
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Nikon Radiometric
Camera |
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This is one of the highest
resolution thermal camera systems ever designed. The
Nikon name is world renowned for quality photographic
equipment. The Nikon thermal imager is no exception. The
features ...
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IRCAM EPM-25
Multi-task thermal imager |
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The IRcam EPM25 Multi Task
Infrared thermal imager stands alone in high performance
and reliability. This robust uncooled long wave 320x240
masterpiece offers user friendly interface along with
digital imaging features for a wide array of infrared
imaging applications
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ThermaSnap 52x |
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The ThermaSnap operates
much like a digital camera and captures crisp thermal
images with fully calibrated temperature measurement.
This handheld, infrared imaging radiometer displays IR
images in color ...
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Fusion 1000X Long
Range FLIR imager |
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The Fusion 1000x Thermal
imager is an ultra long range surveillance thermal
imager which packs super sensitive Indium Antimonide
sensor for detection ranges in excess of 20 kilometers
for vehicular target and 17 kilometers for man sized
target.
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UltraCam
Radiometer |
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The UltraCam series of
thermal infrared imaging cameras represents the pinnacle
of infrared camera technology. Superior image quality,
accurate temperature analysis, s-video output and
computer interface ...
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IR-210S |
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The IR-200 Series of
thermal infrared imagers is one of the first truly
portable handheld imagers ever made. We have a limited
number of pre-owned models in stock. This is a very
reliable portable imaging ...
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Electric
Surveillance Infrared UAV (Unmanned Arial Vehicle) |
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The E2 electric powered UAV
is a breakthrough in design and function. Capable of
longer mission times and higher payload capacities than
any other electric Micro-UAV available.
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PD-300 Infrared
Camera |
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The PtSi sensor in this
radiometric infrared imaging system produces one of the
finest images of all time. Accurate temperature
measurement, vivid color paletes and digital image
storage make this unit ...
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IRXP-500 digital
FireWire R&D IR camera |
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The IRXP-500 is a digital
state of the art automated thermal infrared camera
designed for professional applications such as process
control, research and development, automation & a wide
array of temperature measuring tasks which require
real-time digital analysis and data acquisition.
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High Sensitivity
Radiance Thermal Imager |
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The Radiance Infrared
Camera offers ultra high resolution and super thermal
sensitivity suited for military research, PCB analysis,
R&D, medical, condition monitoring, and remote sensing
applications.
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IR-Cam 6xx |
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The THV 6xx series is the
pinacle of the THV product line. This system is state of
the art in every way. No other system can match it for
accuracy, reliability and ease of use. We have a very
limited ...
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Thermal-Eye |
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Thermal eye IR Imaging
cameras are catered for use in a wide variety of Imaging
applications such as military, Mobile or fixed FLIR pan
tilt, security, surveillance, industrial, commercial and
R&D needs
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IR-CAM EPM |
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The IRCAM EPM Package is a
powerful thermal imaging solution that is rugged and one
of the easiest cameras to use. We have a limited supply
of these low cost full color temperature measurement
systems ...
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Mil-Cam 3-5 micron
hand held thermal imager |
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The Mil-Cam Mid wave
thermal imager offers exceptional image quality. The
Cooled MWIR infrared camera is designed for use in harsh
environments where ultra sensitive thermal imaging and
crisp image quality for detection and recognition is
essential.
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The
LS Series |
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The LS Series of Long Wave
Uncooled Thermal Imagers offers unique advantages in a
compact all solution package. The system utilizes its
exterior case as an environmentally sealed housing,
eliminating the need for additional enclosures.
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Explore IR Thermal Infrared Camera |
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The Explore IR Thermal
infrared imaging camera offers exceptional color or
black & white thermal images along with extensive
temperature measurement features for a wide array of
night vision, thermography and imaging applications.
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NZDS-
Night Modular Military ClipOn Sight |
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The US Army has conducted
comptetive tests and has singled out the NADS-750, 850,
and 1000 as superior in performance and reliability.
System performance is designed into our NADS products.
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RP
50/250 Series |
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The RP long-range mid-wave
thermal imaging systems operate in the 3-5 micron
spectral region, which is the best choice for marine and
high humidity environments.
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Stealth-IR |
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The Stealth IR sets new
standards for surveillance and security thermal imagers.
The system is based on the latest generation 320x240
Microbolometer Focal Plane Array Technology.
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Defender Fusion
500CT |
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The Defender 500CT is a
long range Thermal imaging FLIR camera suitable for
Force Protection, perimeter security, border and
shoreline surveillance. The system can be used on PTZ
Pan Tilt Zoom remote monitoring platforms including
wireless imaging applications
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Most commonly used to find "hot spots" in electrical equipment, infrared
technology has uses in plenty of other places in around the plant, particularly as more
plants incorporate comprehensive PdM programs into their routines.
"About every two weeks, we scan our conveyor systems and look for hot bearings in the
rollers," says one Predictive Maintenance supervisor at an apparel mfg plant.
Visual image of buss disconnect scanned by SPi At
MFG Facility
Thermal infrared image of buss disconnect
"You can use infrared thermography cameras for anything,
production-wise, even the buildings themselves."
Visual image # 18712B
SPi infrared image of #18712B,
The top and bottom connections are loose & could have caused
downtime at the facility. The middle connection is operating correctly
at 87 degrees F
infrared image of 3 fuses. Area +A is 231 degrees F. Area +B is 99 degrees F. The fuse at area A needs attention in order to prevent
facility down time.
New Thermal Infrared cameras range from between $10,000 and $60,000 USD.
Cost depends on the type of system and it's features.
Demo cameras are also avaliable.
 
Spi / Heatseeker IR inspections
infrared roof scan ,
iR cameras see specific problem areas on roofs in order to target the exact
location that needs attention.
Substation electrical survey, the bright area indicates problem
spots -
SPi / HEATSEEKER IR INSPECTIONS
Today's small, medium and large companies are either buying thermal
infrared cameras, or contracting the work out to an
infrared inspection firm.
OVERVIEW
One Infrared expert says; "With infrared, you're measuring
intangibles-how much downtime you've eliminated, or how many fires you haven't had. With a
utility company we can come in and say, 'If your substation goes down, you have 2,000
homes that have no meters turning for eight hours; how much does that cost?' And they can
start calculating payback."
Visual Image
Thermal Image
Indeed, electric utilities usually have little problem getting their
moneys' worth out of infrared equipment. A senior engineering associate for Energy
Transmission & Distribution Systems, New Orleans, LA, argues that he has seen a return
on his company's $300,000 investment in about a year. "We have transformers that cost
between four and five million dollars a piece; if we can find a problem that will save one
transformer, we've paid for our program for years."
FSi
In a manufacturing plant, it often isn't quite that simple to figure
Return On Investment (ROI). An expert points to equipment availability as a way of
measuring payback. "If we can catch a problem before it becomes a failure and
schedule the repair during a planned shutdown, we've recouped some of our
investment," he says. "We have between $35,000 and $40,000 worth of equipment
that we purchased about four years ago and it has paid for itself very easily."
Live image- Stockton IR
Thermal image- Stockton IR
This type of scenario is easily referenced after the purchase, but
justifying costs to management beforehand can be tough. "We have documentation on
steam traps," says an infrared professional, "where we look at the cost of steam
production at, say, $12 to produce 1,000 lbs with a 60% efficiency in the trap. If you can
reduce that figure by 25% with infrared, you can calculate very easily what the energy
savings will be for that plant."
FSi
Live image - Stockton IR
Thermal image - Stockton IR
Most all newer thermal imaging cameras will be portable, handheld and
will store images for documantation. The newer thermal imagers generally use the point and
shoot method, and are easy to operate. Training should be considered because while
the camera does most of the work, the user needs to be able to interput the images he/she
has acquired.
The more time and usage you get with the infrared camera, the more
familiar you get to calling a problem.
The use of infrared thermography is likely to aid in locating potential
problems, therefore reducing downtime.
- J. Powers
Residential / commercial energy audits infrared inspections
SPi Energy Audit / Mold detection cameras An infrared home energy
audit is done in two parts. First, an inspection of the exterior
shows areas where expensive heated or air conditioned air is
escaping. Second, an inspection of the inside shows where warm or
cold air is entering. Both steps pinpoint areas where improvements
can be made. Older buildings are especially vulnerable to heat and
cooling loss and it is not uncommon to see entire walls, ceilings or
attics lacking sufficient insulation. Thermal (Infrared) inspection
is simply the best method of identifying those areas that need
improvement, increasing your home's thermal efficiency and therefore
saving you money! Electrical fuse and circuit breaker boxes can be
checked at the same time. Checking them for hot spots. You may be
amazed by some of the problems that can be found in these areas. Any
time a circuit is running abnormally hot, it is costing you extra
electricity. Our Infrared Imagers can also see water damaged walls,
ceilings and floors. Our thermal infrared cameras see the UN-SEEN.
if you have, or think you have a problem, we want to take the guess
work out of fixing it, thereby saving you money on un-needed
insulation, window, door or heating/central air upgrades. SPi
thermal imaging & their customers is not associated with any other
companies or contractors, ensuring you of an unbiased evaluation. It
is our policy at to ensure the highest quality standards possible
while providing the home owner with an accurate, detailed
description of all areas of their residence which may be of concern.
Insulation problems
can plague almost any home and even new homes can suffer. Older
homes, which were not built using any type of insulation standard,
should be evaluated on a consistent basis to determine if there are
any problems and which of the latest technologies would most benefit
the thermal efficiency of the home. Many homes which have had modern
insulation upgrades or were constructed using them may be
susceptible to problems which may never be diagnosed without the use
of a thermal imager. Some of these include: 1. improper
insulation installation. A common source of thermal efficiency
problems is improper insulation installation. Often these problems
are almost impossible to detect without an infrared inspection. Some
of the most common problems are blown insulation which does not fill
the entire cavity into which it was blown and batts of insulation
which when installed were either not seated properly, were
Compressed into
the cavity or do not fill the entire cavity. Batts are strips of
insulation that fill the space between two studs 2. Insulation
which was installed using steel staples. These staples are
subject to corrosion, and it is not uncommon to see them completely
rusted away. This allows the insulation to shift its position in a
wall, which can result in large gaps between where the insulation
has settled inside a wall and the top of the wall. These types of
gaps are a substantial source of heat and cooling loss. 3. Access
plates. Electrical outlets, telephone jacks, cable jacks, light
switches, door bells, etc. These areas are quite often completely
lacking any insulation and can be the source of annoying and
normally undetectable drafts. 4. Fire Alarms, recessed lighting,
ceiling fans, etc. These items installed into the ceiling, are
often not insulated after installation and can be a major source of
heat and cooling loss.
2. Heat and
cooling loss through other areas of residence.
There are tons
of places in your home that your money is literally flying out the
window. Some of these areas are the window and door seals of your
home. The older the home, the more likely it is that there are leaks
in these areas. Even new homes can suffer from problems around doors
and windows. As a home settles over the course of time, the windows
and door frames receive stress, this stress transforms into warping
which can cause the seals to leak. You may never notice leaks like
these, but they maybe there. We have seen new homes of less than 30
days old, with gaps of almost a 1/8 inch in places around the
windows, these gaps were allowing air to pass in and out of the home
completely unrestricted and the windows were so warped they were
almost impossible to open and close. If on the coldest of days,
especially when a strong wind is blowing, it seems like you just
cannot keep your house warm enough, or if it seems the heating or
cooling system never shuts off, than you probably have numerous
small leaks. These small leaks, added up, can equal leaving a window
open in your home all winter and summer. Other places of heating and
cooling loss are vents, ducts and chimneys. We will look closely at
all of these areas during our inspection of your home. If you have
central air, or forced heat it is also possible that you are losing
cooling and heating efficiency through leaks you may have in the
ducts which run through your walls and attic. You could be heating
or cooling these areas without ever knowing it. If there are leaks
in your systems ductwork we can see them in wall cavities and the
attic area.
3. Damaged
areas.
SPi Infrared
cameras look for areas in your home that may be damaged. Water
damage is one of the most common types of damage that can lead to
severe problems. It is very possible that insulation in some areas
of your home have at one time or another, had water damage of some
type. This type of damage does not require a visible leak into the
home, and it may only occur sporadically. An example of this may be,
when there is a hard rain combined with a south wind of more than 10
mph. This may only happen several times a year, however the damage
that can be done over time could be substantial, plus the added
water weight pulling the insulation (insulation can absorb water
like a sponge) down the inside of the wall, and extra moisture
corroding the staples holding the insulation up often leads to large
gaps between the insulation and the upper part of a wall. Wet
insulation can take months to completely dry and can be a source of
mold and mildew spores, which can cause respiratory problems. Wet
insulation also has an insulating property of almost zero and can
actually be pulling the heat out of your home like a sponge. This
type of problem is easily seen with a thermal imager. Excess
moisture in an attic is a common problem in many homes and can lead
to premature shingle failure. Adequate attic ventilation is
essential in the resolution of this problem.
With water damage and over time, mold forms. SPi infrared cameras
have the capability of “seeing” mold behind structures that could
never be seen with the human eye. This makes an effective tool for
mold detection. Scanning with SPI infrared cameras can determine and
pinpoint mold areas which can become a potential health issue.
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Large, medium and small operations have an extensive
inventory of equipment requiring an uninterrupted power
source for operation; an unscheduled shutdown is a disaster. Because
plants and facilities runs around the clock, 365 days a year, downtime is equivalent to
lost revenue.
To prevent such losses, all electrical components in
the plant can be scanned with a thermal infrared imaging camera for suspect hot spots.
Some areas that can be thermally scanned are circuit breakers, transformers, fuses, disconnects switches, bus,
panels, etc.
Once the problem has been
detected with an Infrared imager, proper measures can then
be applied for correction.
Companies use
infrared imagers and
thermographers to detect hot spots in electrical equipment in plants. By
scanning substations, distribution lighting panels, and electrical motors. Problems are
easily and quickly eliminated before they cause system
failure. The results: avoidance of costly operations downtime.
By taking a thermograph of site electrical panels, thermographers
develop and read a "heat picture"
which reveals components that are overloaded or may become faulty. Unlike normal component
operating conditions, faulty components exhibit readily detectable temperature increases
over the ambient temperature profile.
Thermography verifies that electrical connections are properly made and
maintained.
Thermography also detects
hot spots that might be overlooked by visual inspections. Recently, in a U.S factory,
staff quickly interrupted the power supply to an above ground trailer when infrared test equipment detected a hot spot
registering 123 degrees over the baseline ambient temperature. A
fire could have started, resulting in the probable loss of valuable
records and equipment, had the problem not been uncovered.
Most electrical problems within industrial facilities are manifested or are
accompanied by temperature changes as an effect prior to failure. For this reason IR thermography has become
an integral part of most predictive / preventative maintenance programs. Infrared
cameras can pick up small changes in temperature not visible to the human eye. It is
a non contact, non
destructive, and fairly simple method of detecting impending electrical problems.
It is widely known that as
temperature
in a conductor rises, so does it's resistance.
Conversely, as resistance increases (in most conductors) temperature rises. The majority of thermal
electrical problems involve improper torque specifications or improper installation at the
junction points. A loosely torqued connector effectively reduces the surface area in
which current can flow and consequently an increase in the contact resistance.
Oxidation build up at the connection
point can also cause a rise in resistance. The origin of most conductor, insulation,
and component problems can be traced to a poor connection
using an infra-red camera.
Tank level thermal inspection / FSi
Below you will find a list of
thermography applications
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THERMOGRAPHY
APPLICATIONS:
