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Convection and Thermographers

Convection is an Infrared Thermographers worst enemy.

Convection will often dramatically cool down a surface and often even out the radiated energy levels so that any hot spots or anomalies will

 

IR Thermometer Incorporates Twin Laser Identification Of Target Spot Location At Any Distance

With an overall size of only 4” (100mm) long x 2.2” (55mm) dia., Process Sensors’ latest addition to their family of compact, non-contact, on-line temperature sensors features dual, converging lasers that brightly illuminate the exact location of the target spot at any distance from the lens. This feature greatly simplifies sensor aiming, and eliminates ambiguity that could result in error readings.

Diesel Engines - Ultrasonic Inspection of air intake system – 546 LeTourneau Loader

Diesel Engines - Ultrasonic Inspection of air intake system – 546 LeTourneau Loader

A 9 minute iPresentation Tutorial by Allan Rienstra, SDT Ultrasound Systems.

Join Allan Rienstra for a tutorial on an interesting application for the SDT170 which is not new but probably not well enough known for people to be making use of it; the inspection of air intakes systems on heavy machines.

 

Infrared Windows - How Important is Transmissivity?

Infrared Windows - How Important is Transmissivity?

A 55 minute tutorial by Joe DeMonte of TEGG

If a thermographer does not properly calibrate their camera to compensate for transmission attenuation the results could be catastrophic misdiagnosis. But what if the thermographer does not know the transmission rate of the IR window? What if the transmission rate is variable or changing? Thermographers and anyone associated with or managing an electrical preventive maintenance program need to fully understand how this issue could affect their program if not controlled and compensated for.

Join Joe DeMonte of TEGG for a 60 minute recording of a Reliability Roadmap Web Workshop.

 

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How Used Oil Analysis Should Be

How Used Oil Analysis Should Be

The typical used oil analysis sample takes 7-10 days, start to finish, before the results cross your desk. Many times, at risk equipment is overlooked and becomes useless because of unnecessary downtime. Why? The length of time involved and inefficiencies of the entire oil analysis management process. Not necessarily because of poor service from a vendor, or shipping company. But because oil analysis business methods do not maximize the use of current technologies to improve upon the users' experience.

Measurement of the physical dimension of a thermal anomaly using your infrared camera

You can get a fairly accurate measurement of a physical dimension of a thermal anomaly using your infrared camera. The procedure is as follows:

This procedure can be used when you need to measure

 

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Natural Frequency Resonant Amplification Problem

There are several important clues to diagnosing a natural frequency resonant amplification problem.

  1. Natural Frequencies are Non-Synchronous
  2. Natural Frequencies do NOT have Harmonics (unless we are

Safer Measurement Capability for Electricians and HVAC Technicians

Non-Contact Thermometer, Voltage and Continuity Tester and Non-Contact Voltage Detector

New Line of Infrared Products introduced by Process Sensors Corporation

Process Sensors Corporation has just introduced a new line of high accuracy, precision infrared pyrometers. The Metis Series utilizes a short wavelength, which minimizes the effects of emissivity changes. These low temperature models are ideal for measuring the temperature of metals and composites. Model MP23 with a Spectral Response of 2 to 2.6μm has a temperature range of 130 to 700°C and the MP25 with a Spectral Response of 2 to 2.8μm measures temperatures from 75°C to 1300°C.

New Fluke Ti32 Thermal Imager delivers 320x240 resolution for under $9,000

EVERETT, Wash. - Fluke Corporation, the global leader in handheld electronic test and measurement technology, has introduced the Fluke Ti32 Thermal Imager, designed and priced to deliver unprecedented performance for troubleshooting and preventive maintenance of electrical installations, electro-mechanical equipment, process equipment, HVAC/R equipment and more. In these tough economic times, we all have to do more with less. These new imagers help Fluke customers do exactly that.

Fluke Cash for Clunkers rebate program helps thermographers upgrade their thermal imagers

EVERETT, Wash. - Fluke Corporation, the global leader in handheld electronic test and measurement technology, has announced a Cash for Clunkers rebate program to encourage thermographers to trade their old infrared cameras on new Fluke instruments.

IRISS Announces Product Line Up for 2009-2010

IRISS, inc., manufacturer of the world’s only “industrial-grade” infrared window is proud to announce the enhanced product line up for 2009 - 2010. By customer request, the enhanced product line-up includes more applications for our Custom Application Products (CAP) , Transmission Panel Covers (TPC) and Jump Start Training.

LumaSense Technologies Announces the Release of Its Mikron CoalScan Thermal Imaging System

SANTA CLARA, CA—August 18, 2009 - LumaSense Technologies, a leading provider of infrared thermography and non-contact temperature solutions with its Mikron Infrared products, today announced the release of its new CoalScan Thermal Imaging System.

Raytheon Infrared Sensor will permit full-Earth hemisphere staring

Raytheon Develops World’s Largest Infrared Light-Wave Detector

EL SEGUNDO, Calif., Aug. 11, 2009—Raytheon Company (NYSE: RTN) has developed the world’s largest infrared light-wave detector, expanding current capabilities in missile warning, environmental monitoring and astronomical research.

 

Alignment Return on Investment

Alignment Return on Investment

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Learn more about the return on investment from precision alignment

No Outage Inpsections - Which Tools Are Best for Medium Voltage Electrical Inspections

by Don Genutis

Although there are many useful electrical 'on-line' predictive maintenance technologies available to assess equipment condition, this article will outline and discuss the most effective tools for determining the condition of medium and high voltage equipment. A brief application summary is included for each technology in order to enhance your understanding or, if you are already familiar with the technologies, to serve as a review.

Transcat, Inc. Partners with FLIR in the Test and Measurement Market

ROCHESTER, N.Y.—Transcat, Inc. (Nasdaq: TRNS), a leading global distributor of professional grade test, measurement and calibration instruments and accredited provider of calibration, parts inspection, production model engineering and repair services, has partnered with FLIR Systems, Inc (Nasdaq: FLIR), the global leader in the design and manufacture of thermal imaging infrared cameras. This partnership expands Transcat’s product offering to include FLIR’s handheld infrared cameras and thermal imagers and reinforces Transcat’s reputation for being a leading distributor of the finest test and measurement brands.

FLIR Systems Announces Initial $2.4 Million Order for Saudi Border Program

PORTLAND, OR, Jul 14, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX News Network)—FLIR Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLIR) announced today that it has received an initial $2.4 million order for its long-range HRC Multi-Sensor Systems from EADS Deutschland GmbH, a global leader in aerospace, defense and related services.

AIJU Undertook A Study on Infrared Thermography in the Plastic Industry

Ibi, Alicante, Spain, - Infrared Thermography is a technique that can be employed in the plastic industry for process optimization and quality improvement, as well as in the development of new tools.