Thermal imaging, at its most basic, gives you the ability to spot problems early from a safe distance, simply by scanning the area with an infrared camera (a...

In infrared imaging, precise focus means a lot more than just getting a clear image. It can mean the difference between catching or overlooking a problem. If...

Today’s thermal imaging software offers a lot more features and is a lot easier to use than what was available in the past. Now you can install thermal imagi...

Using thermal imagers to troubleshoot or inspect a wide variety of electromechanical systems is commonplace. But these days a lot of technicians—both in-hous...

Heat is often an early symptom of equipment damage or malfunction, making it important to monitor in preventive maintenance (PM) programs. Using infrared pre...

It’s no secret that infrared cameras, or thermal imagers, are handy for troubleshooting motor problems. They are also useful in monitoring motor condition fo...

Thermal cameras have evolved from a specialist-only device to an ideal tool for process equipment maintenance—from troubleshooting to scheduled maintenance. ...

Most processes reveal themselves via changes in temperature. Thus, infrared cameras, also called thermal imagers, are powerful tools for use in various appli...

Infrared cameras allow you to conduct inspections from a safe distance. That means you may not have to shut down the operation or suit up in full personal pr...

Thermal imaging sets the stage for an effective preventative maintenance (PM) program, as an infrared camera can be used to view thermally a whole electro-ma...

Maybe you’re already convinced that a thermal imager will help you speed up troubleshooting and preventive maintenance, but you still need to convince your m...

Due to technology advancements, thermal imaging has become more affordable, easier to use and more broadly deployed in a variety of industrial and commercial...

The term Infrared means “beyond red”. Thermography is defined as “temperature picture”. So, by definition, infrared thermography means a “beyond red temperat...

The quality of a thermal image is much more than just aesthetics. It is critical to pinpointing specific areas of concern. A simple way to look at it is: IMA...

If you troubleshoot or maintain equipment in an industrial setting, staying safe depends partly on the environment and partly on you. You want to make sure t...

The great thing about thermal imagers is that, in addition to the standard lens that comes with the camera, many are compatible with several optional lenses....

Thermal imaging inspection reports are designed to communicate findings and produce action, such as a repair order or further monitoring of equipment. Typica...

Once you’ve collected thermal images of all your equipment with your infrared camera, the challenge is how to stay on top of them. The good news is that powe...

Infrared cameras, also called thermal imagers, are handy for inspecting motors because you can see what’s going on while the motor is running. Seeing a motor...

Infrared cameras, also called thermal imagers, benefit preventive maintenance programs because they make preventive maintenance more efficient. With the rang...