Seeing a motor’s heat signature under normal operating conditions—with at least 40 % of design load—can tell you a lot about its condition.
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Learn how for some use cases, a telephoto, macro or wide angle lens can prove invaluable. Plus, find out why ‘smart lenses' are better than the alternative.November 2019 | Thermal imaging
Thermal imaging inspection reports communicate findings and produce action, such as a repair order or further monitoring of equipment. This article includes information on what to include in a report—a summary, thermal and digital (visible light) images,November 2019 | Thermal imaging
Learn the what to consider when choosing thermal imaging software, including specific features to process and edit images and compare images over time.November 2019 | Thermal imaging
Learn what to look for when inspecting a motor with a thermal imager, also called an infrared camera. Also, follow-up actions to take and more.October 2019 | Thermal imaging
The great thing about thermal imagers is that, in addition to the standard lens that comes with the camera, many are compatible with several optional lenses.October 2019 | Thermal imaging- This comprehensive article gives information on the amount of training a thermographer should have in different industries, and what the better educational courses cover.October 2019 | Thermal imaging
Add thermal inspections to your servicesOctober 2019 | Thermal imaging
Information on the role of thermal imagers in preventive maintenance programs, including cost savings, return on investment (ROI), and the inspection process. Included are common examples of infrared camera applications.October 2019 | Thermal imaging
The quality of a thermal image is much more than just aesthetics. It is critical to pinpointing specific areas of concern. A simple way to look at it is: IMAGE QUALITY = focus + optics + spatial resolution (pixels + field of view)October 2019 | Thermal imaging
If you troubleshoot or maintain equipment in an industrial setting, staying safe depends partly on the environment and partly on you.October 2019 | Thermal imaging
Guide to key features in thermal imaging software and how to get the most out of your infrared camera.August 2019 | Thermal imaging- Using infrared cameras to troubleshoot motor problems as well as monitoring motor conditions for preventative maintenance in power generation, manufacturing and commercial plants.August 2019 | Thermal imaging
The return on investment (ROI) you can expect from adding an infrared camera (also known as a thermal imager) to your inspection tool bag depends on many variables. First and foremost it depends on whether you are an industrial plant manager or a contractAugust 2019 | Thermal imaging
Guide to integrating thermal imaging into your preventive maintenance program. Get ROI on using thermal cameras for inspections.July 2019 | Thermal imaging
Understand what the NFPA 70E standards for arc flash PPE assessment means for thermographers using thermal imaging camera.July 2019 | Thermal imaging
Thermal cameras provide a return on investmentJune 2019 | Thermal imaging
Thermal cameras provide a return on investmentJune 2019 | Thermal imaging
Diagnose and solve building problems such as heat preservation, humidity/moisture invasion, roof moisture damage, poor air conditioning system performance, structural damage and mold detection.December 2018 | Thermal imaging
How Continental Carbonics Products used a Fluke thermal camera and thermal multimeter to implement a reliability program at their dry ice plants.October 2018 | Thermal imaging
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Add notes to images during your thermal inspections #videoAugust 2018 | Thermal imaging- Add thermal inspections to your servicesJune 2019 | Thermal imaging
If you’re just starting out in thermal imaging, you may be surprised at how easy it is to use a thermal imager, also known as an infrared camera.August 2018 | Thermal imaging
In infrared imaging, precise focus means a lot more than just getting a clear image. It can mean the difference between catching or overlooking a problem.August 2018 | Thermal imaging
Thermal imaging, at its most basic, gives you the ability to spot problems early from a safe distance, simply by scanning the area with an infrared camera (also called a thermal imager).August 2018 | Thermal imaging
Opportunities for qualified, certified thermographers are increasing every day. Some of this is growing out of the demand for preventive maintenance programs in all kinds of industriesAugust 2018 | Thermal imaging
Once you’ve collected thermal images of all your equipment with your infrared camera, the challenge is how to stay on top of them.August 2018 | Thermal imaging
Whether you choose a simple point-and-shoot model or a high-end thermal imager with all the bells and whistles, here are some key features and specs you should consider:August 2018 | Thermal imaging
National Geographic details geysers, other hydrothermal features in productionAugust 2018 | Thermal imaging
Scientists collect a variety of critical information and data to better understand erupting volcanoes, including temperature measurements from handheld thermal imagersJanuary 2019 | Thermal imaging
Why the right tools matter for maintaining a U.S. oil refineryJune 2018 | Thermal imaging- Benco Dental is the largest independent, family owned dental distributor in the United States, with more than 1,200 associates serving over 30,000 customers with locations across the U.S.February 2016 | Thermal imaging
Today, test tools using Herschel's infrared discovery enable technicians in many fields—electricians; plant technicians; heating, ventilation and plumbing contractors; and automotive technicians—to detect and fix problems otherwise invisible.April 2015 | Thermal imaging
The latest technology available combines a digital multimeter with a thermal imager and adds wireless capabilities so measurements can be taken from a safe distance, saved and even stored in secure data centers for later analysis.
November 2016 | Digital multimeters, Thermal imagingEnsuring that a soon-to-be-launched prototype printer works without any hiccups when it reaches consumer hands is an already daunting task. But when you're doing this for the world's largest printer manufacturer, the task takes on an entirely different magnitude.
May 2013 | Thermal imagingBeyond the basics: Have you ever wondered about the efficiency of your fireplace?
May 2012 | Thermal imagingWith the growing concern about mold damage and associated health problems, inspectors are becoming increasingly vigilant in checking for areas of moisture within the confines of the building envelope. Weather related damage and flooding, and subsequent mold growth, have also escalated the need for tools that can facilitate fast and accurate moisture investigations.
January 2019 | Thermal imagingThermography detects equipment issues in automation: portable thermal imaging in automated process environments with measurement best practices.
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Why are those infrared images blurry?
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Since data is crucial to most organizations' operations, it must be preserved, protected and accessible at all times. Periodic inspections of data centers are very important to ensuring the reliability, continuity and sustainability of the systems they house.
June 2013 | Thermal imaging
Use a thermal imager to detect problems at many of the test points in a chiller: Control Panel, Compressor, Motor, Bearing and Chilled Water Supply.
March 2012 | Thermal imagingLearn how IR-Fusion™ works, how blending is accomplished and how this new technology can greatly improve the detail to infrared images to help you identify the exact locations of infrared points-of-interest.
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