Infrared inspections of mechanical systems can be challenging. A working knowledge of the machinery or component is absolutely necessary in order to successfully interpret these images. This is
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Home performance contractors and energy auditors who have been carrying around a thermal imager the longest know what additions to their camera case make the difference in being prepared. We
Core loss testing provides a good indication of the condition of the motor's stator and/or rotor laminations. In this month's tip, the importance of making sure core loss testing is part of your
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CBS ArcSafe®, a leading manufacturer of remote racking and switching solutions for low- and medium-voltage switchgear, introduces its remote switch actuator for the ABB/Sace Tmax T7M low-voltage molded case circuit breakers with current ratings of 1000A and 1200A.
Connection problems are a common issue encountered during electric motor testing. This is particularly noticeable when you first implement a motor circuit testing program. Simply put, resistance
People often say that experience is the best teacher and some cases it is hard to argue against that saying. Experience is the reason that seasoned tradesmen will often have task specific tools
How do you do infrared electrical scans? There are many approaches to it, with some being better than others. What about taking the covers off for the inspection? Remember that many industrial
FLIR Systems, Inc. today announced that it has been named an Innovation Partner with Infiniti Red Bull Racing. The winner of four consecutive Formula One World Champions in both Constructor’s and Driver’s categories, Infiniti Red Bull Racing will work with FLIR® —the world’s leading supplier of thermal technology—to gather temperature data from its 2014 challenger, the RB10.
CBS ArcSafe®, a leading manufacturer of remote racking and switching solutions for low- and medium-voltage switchgear, is proud to introduce its remote switch actuator for ABB/Sace Megamax F-Series low-voltage power circuit breakers. Designed for all sizes of ABB/Sace F-series (F1 to F6) circuit breakers with current ratings from 1200-6000A, the CBS ArcSafe® RSA-69A allows technicians to safely close and/or trip breakers outside of the arc-flash hazard boundary without any modification to the breaker
While inspecting bus duct for thermal anomalies can be challenging, it is certainly not impossible. The primary concern is the thermal gradient one encounters that often masks the severity of
According to a new market research report of “Infrared and Thermal Imaging Systems Market by Technology (Cooled, Uncooled), by Subsector (Commercial, Military), Application (Transportation, Security & Surveillance, Thermography, Military Vehicle Vision, Soldier Portable Vision, & Unmanned Systems), & by Geography (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, Latin America & ROW) - Forecasts & Analysis (2014-2019)”, published by MarketsandMarkets, is estimated to be valued at $3,350 Million in 2014 and is expected to reach $5,219.2 Million by 2019 at a CAGR of 9.27%.
Using thermal imaging to determine both the cause and severity of a hot spot is not always easy. Just because you see a problem does not necessarily mean you have located the heat source. In most
In this infrared tip we learn that not every thermal anomaly on a fuse is related just to the connection point or an imbalance. In some instances, fuses can have partial failures of the element
IRISS, a leader in the electrical maintenance safety devices (EMSDs) and electrical safety training market, unveils their new Safety and Maintenance Academy of Reliability Technologies™ training website featuring online, electrical safety training courses available in English and French for both electrical and non-electrical personnel: www.safe-ir.com.
Testo AG has clearly illustrated its technological process, keen understanding of customer needs, and ability to address key market challenges. Based on its recent analysis of thermography in building inspection, Frost & Sullivan recognizes Testo AG with the 2013 Global Frost & Sullivan Award for Price Performance Value Leadership. Testo’s latest range of products, the Testo 870, 875, 875i, 876, 882, 885, and 890, are some of the most competitively priced thermal imagers in the market. The price difference between Testo’s products and its closest competitors is sometimes as much as 20 to 25 percent.
Are you utilizing infrared to its full potential? Read about a few color palette considerations that thermographers should know about for reports, especially the use of isotherms and saturation,