Tom Blowers
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817-228-7251/972-740-8961
I answer my phone
8 am to 10 pm
seven days a week
Infrared Thermal Imaging Inspection
How Thermographic Inspection Works:
Thermographic cameras detect radiation in the infrared range of the electromagnetic spectrum and produce images of that radiation, called thermograms. Since infrared radiation is emmited by all objects near room temperture, Thermography makes it possible to "see" one's environment with or without visible illumination. The amount of radiation emmited by an object increases with temperature, therefore thermography allows one to see variations in temperature. When viewed by a thermographic camera, warm objects stand out well against cooler backgrounds, as well as cool objects against a warm background; As a result, thermography's extensive use can best be ascribed to the military and security services.
Thermographic cameras detect radiation in the infrared range of the electromagnetic spectrum and produce images of that radiation, called thermograms. Since infrared radiation is emmited by all objects near room temperture, Thermography makes it possible to "see" one's environment with or without visible illumination. The amount of radiation emmited by an object increases with temperature, therefore thermography allows one to see variations in temperature. When viewed by a thermographic camera, warm objects stand out well against cooler backgrounds, as well as cool objects against a warm background; As a result, thermography's extensive use can best be ascribed to the military and security services.
The use of thermal imaging has increased dramatically with governments and airports staff using the technology to detect suspected swine flu cases during the 2009 pandemic. Other uses include, firefighters use it to see through smoke, find persons, and localize the base of a fire. With thermal imaging, power lines maintenance technicians locate overheating joints and parts, a tell-tale sign of their failure, to eliminate potential hazards. Where thermal insulation becomes faulty, building construction technicians can see thermal signatures that indicate heat leaks and to improve the efficiencies of cooling or heating air-conditioning. The appearance and operation of a modern thermographic camera is often similar to a camcorder. Enabling the user to see in the infrared spectrum is a function so useful that ability to record the output is often optional. The Charged Coupled Device or CCD and CMOS sensors used for visible light cameras are sensitive only to the nonthermal part of the infrared spectrum called near-infrared (NIR), but not to the part of infrared spectrum useful for thermal imaging (mid- and long-wavelength infrared), so most thermal imaging cameras use specialized focal plane arrays (FPAs) that respond to longer wavelengths. And Now adapted for building envelope and home inspection , energy efficiency inspection, moisture penitration, restoration and remediation, and roofing applications.
Specifically; Ducts and vents, Moisture penitration into wood and other exterior finishes, Sheetrock and interior walls and ceilings, Electrical inspection, Plumbing and Mechanical equipment, Missing or damaged insulation, Termites and other infestations.
Our Equippment
IR-Fusion® Technology The Fluke TiR1 Thermal Imaging cameras are the perfect imagers for building envelope, restoration and remediation, inspection and roofing applications.See things both ways—infrared and visual (visible light) images fused together communicating critical information faster and easier—traditional infrared images are no longer enough. IR-Fusion, a patent-pending technology that simultaneously captures a digital photo in addition to the infrared image and fuses it together taking the mystery out of IR image analysis. IR-Fusion is standard on TiR1 models.
Includes IR-Fusion® Technology both in camera and software (combines visible image with IR image in full screen or picture-in-picture views) for easy identification and reporting of problems
- Rugged and reliable: Engineered to withstand a 2 m (6.5 ft) drop
- 9.1 cm (3.6 in) diagonal landscape color VGA (640 x 480) LCD
- Temperature range and thermal sensitivity optimized for building diagnostics applications
- Reflected background temperature (reflected temperature compensation)
- Perfect for any application and budget
- Excellent thermal sensitivity for seeing even small temperature differences (which could indicate problems)
- Adjustable hand strap for left- or right-handed users
- Manufactured in the U.S.A
