Thermography
The basis of infrared thermography is quite simple.
All objects emit heat or electromagnetic energy, but only a small portion of this energy is visible to our eyes however this energy can be detected by an infrared camera.
Benefits of a thermal inspection:
- Locates problems quickly without interrupting production
- Reduces costly unscheduled interruptions
- Extends the life of equipment by locating anomalies in components prior to failure
- Confirms that previous anomalies have been rectified
The use of infrared radiation detection offers safe and accurate diagnosis of mechanical, electrical refractory and building defects.
- Wear and tear on bearings, conveyors, motors, pumps and compressors can be monitored precisely by thermography.
- Thermography can highlight load imbalance, damaged connections or failure of mechanisms within electrical systems.
- Thermographic techniques are valuable to appraise plant structure, areas of major heat loss and obstructions and leakages within systems.
- Refractory inspection includes steel ladles, process furnaces, rotary kilns and other lined vessels which can be monitored to appraise overall condition
After carrying out thermographic inspection we provide a detailed report highlighting actionable, prioritised information and details of the probable causes.