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Infrared Testing

Advantages of Infrared Testing

• Infrared thermography features a non-contact and non-destructive form of measurement, which provides a safe, cost effective, realtime and on-line analysis of electrical, mechanical and physical operation.
• IR thermography provides information under actual operating load conditions, and makes it possible to survey the main electrical grid of an entire facility without a major shutdown.
• Another advantage of IR lies in the ability to save the unnecessary costs and time demands of taking amperage readings and tightening down every single connection.
• An infrared inspection saves time and money by identifying only those components which are in need of repair.

Infrared energy is radiated by every physical object in an amount proportional to its temperature. While such energy is invisible to the human eye, it can be measured, recorded and visually presented in a variety of useful formats through the use of today's advanced technology IR cameras and imaging enhancement computer programs.

The resulting information has proven invaluable in identifying hidden physical, electrical and mechanical defects. Properly applied, IR technology provides a secondary benefit through its ability to reduce unnecessary maintenance by predicting the occurrence of future problems. Typically, an infrared inspection will provide advanced warning of equipment failure or fire threat months to years prior to its occurrence.

With occupant safety, energy conservation, and the protection of capitol equipment all being synonymous with proper electrical and mechanical maintenance - infrared thermography has established itself as a leading tool for successful operation and management of electrical equipment.