FLIR Systems Ltd

The FLIR T640 is a high performing thermal imaging camera for the professional and its latest generation has even more FLIR ‘firsts’ to enable thermal inspection and analysis to be conducted with the utmost efficiency and speed. It has excellent, tried and tested ergonomics and even better image quality thanks to the incorporation of FLIR’s new Multi Spectral Dynamic Imaging (MSX).

An applications report is available from FLIR Systems that describes how its infrared camera systems were selected and have been used by NASA Langley Research Center for its shuttle and International Space Station programs.

FLIR Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS) has announced a new applications report that describes how Linköping, Sweden, based company Termisk Systemteknik has developed an aircraft based system using a FLIR SC7600 thermal imaging camera to effectively monitor and maintain local district heating networks.

Given that predictive maintenance and condition monitoring are core applications for FLIR Systems thermal imaging cameras, the company will be making another big splash at Maintec.

A technical article* from FLIR Advanced Thermal Solutions discusses the technique of 'superframing' and how it can be used to extend the temperature measurement range of IR cameras

FLIR Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS) has announced the new FLIR GF346 Thermal Imaging Camera. Able to remotely scan large areas rapidly, and pinpoint gas leaks in real time, the FLIR GF346 is ideal for safely monitoring plants where it is difficult to reach components with contact measurement tools such as gas sniffers.

FLIR Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS) has announced the new FLIR GF346 Thermal Imaging Camera. Able to remotely scan large areas rapidly, and pinpoint gas leaks in real time, the FLIR GF346 is ideal for safely monitoring plants where it is difficult to reach components with contact measurement tools such as gas sniffers.

Available from FLIR Advanced Thermal Solutions - the FLIR GF320 is an optical gas imaging camera designed to help the oil and gas industry better control hydrocarbon emissions thereby preserving the environment, improving operational safety and minimising revenue loss.

For some time FLIR Systems’ customers have been able to extend the scope and depth of thermal imaging inspection with features based on wireless technology. Users have confirmed efficiency gains, error reduction and savings on reporting time through WiFi compatibility and Meterlink technology. Now FLIR Systems is applying these features to even more of its cameras.

Thermal imaging, the technology that is now widely used for a broad variety of preventative maintenance applications is proving ideal for solar panel installers. Tony Hargan of South Survey in Clitheroe sells the FLIR range of thermal imaging cameras and he confirms the falling price of the technology is proving a powerful driver. “Cost is no longer a barrier to installers using this technology. Although the advanced thermal imaging cameras offer more sophisticated functions and the ability to see faults at greater distances, an entry level model can still do the job,” Tony Hargan explains. “Thermal imaging provides a quick, easy and efficient method of pinpointing a problem cell.”

Modern bike frames are made of carbon fibre-reinforced plastics, which is exceptionally light and strong. But the way these frames behave in case of failure is fundamentally different from the old metal frames. Instead of bending, carbon fibre-reinforced plastics break. This exposes riders to dangerous situations; failures can lead to injury or even death.

Modern bike frames are made of carbon fibre-reinforced plastics, which is exceptionally light and strong. But the way these frames behave in case of failure is fundamentally different from the old metal frames. Instead of bending, carbon fibre-reinforced plastics break. This exposes riders to dangerous situations; failures can lead to injury or even death

Drawing upon over 50 years experience of designing and supplying thermal imaging cameras for Research and Development applications - FLIR Advanced Thermal Solutions have developed an informative new guide entitled '7 Things to Know When Selecting an IR Camera for Research & Development'.

FLIR's new SC7100 Near Infrared (NIR) camera is designed to satisfy the requirements of a wide range of science and research applications. Its design makes it the only fully integrated camera offering coverage of the spectral range of 0.4µm to 1.7µm that combines high performance thermal imaging and non-contact temperature measurements with superior data acquisition capabilities. While most competitive NIR cameras are simply thermal imagers, the SC7100-NIR provides accurate non-contact temperature measurements.

Thanks to the increasing affordability of the technology, thermal imaging is reaching a much wider audience than ever before. And as the camera users gain experience they naturally become more discerning. They understand the importance and value of better image quality and dedicated features that allow inspection to be conducted quicker and with greater efficiency.

Thermal imaging cameras for predictive maintenance inspections

The building sector accounts for 40% of the EU’s energy consumption and offers the single largest potential for greater efficiency. Infrared has proven itself to be an exceptional ally for those responsible for minimising energy waste. It is the perfect technology for visualising energy loss and for identifying the structural faults that cause it.

The FLIR P-Series are thermal imaging cameras for expert thermographers and as such they already contain many smart features for swift and effective predictive maintenance tasks and detailed analysis. The latest generation of these high-end models add to this list another unique FLIR feature that was first introduced in the FLIR i60 and FLIR T-Series cameras. This is MeterLink, wireless connection technology that allows the FLIR infrared camera to capture readings from an Extech clamp meter.

The year 2010 is significant in the infrared timeline. It marks the centenary of the first published infrared photograph by Professor Robert Williams Wood. Indeed modern day thermal imaging and thermography owe much to this American physicist’s groundbreaking work in optics and spectroscopy.

Leading test equipment rental company Livingston, in association with infrared camera manufacturer FLIR Systems, is to stage a workshop on the use of advanced thermal imaging within the building industry.