Infrared Thermography is the science of detecting infrared energy emitted from an object, converting it to apparent temperature and displaying the result as an image. Analysing the images allows you to distinguish temperature anomalies that can identify deteriorating components before they fail.
The non-contact nature of Infrared Thermography makes it the internationally preferred choice for inspections for a wide range of applications, where components are moving, very hot, dangerous to contact, difficult to reach or impractical to shut off. Inspections are carried out whilst the equipment is running under normal working conditions, thereby reducing downtime.
( Systems should be operating at or close to full load conditions. Inspections at under 40% load may not reveal all anomalies. )
Infrared cameras are also very useful in detecting energy or moisture related problems in a building envelope.
Infrared Thermography is becoming the most reliable diagnostic tool in electrical / mechanical equipment maintenance. Analysis of the images allows one to use internationally accepted criteria to classify the severity of the anomaly to aid in the prioritisation when planning and scheduling repairs to the identified equipment.
The inspection report, including thermal and optical images is supplied with a “probable cause” explanation and severity classification. This allows the client to take immediate remedial action, or procure required spares and plan and schedule the repair to suit budgetary restraints.