HEAT SEEKING Thermal Imaging Ltd. is a corporation, which is set up to perform non-destructive testing called infrared inspections as well as GasFind IR the detection of fugitive emissions of VOC gases. HEAT SEEKING Infrared Inspections is interested in aiding individual as well as industry in developing new and unusual IR applications, while constantly striving to be a leader in the industry in standards and applications. Our services include Electrical/Mechanical Surveys, Electrical Utility Inspections, Transmission lines, as well as Distribution and Substations, Roof Moisture Intrusions, Building Envelopes, as well as many other areas which you can find in our web site. We provide you with an independent 3rd party audit identifying your problem areas without the pressures of sales or service issues regarding the problems.
How Do Infrared Cameras Work?
An infrared camera is a non-contact device that detects infrared energy (heat) and converts it into an electronic signal, which is then processed to produce a thermal image on a video monitor and perform temperature calculations. Heat sensed by an infrared camera can be very precisely quantified, or measured, allowing you to not only monitor thermal performance, but also identify and evaluate the relative severity of heat-related problems. Recent innovations, particularly detector technology, the incorporation of built-in visual imaging, automatic functionality, and infrared software development, deliver more cost-effective thermal analysis solutions than ever before.
Why Use Infrared?
Nearly everything that uses or transmits power gets hot before it fails. Cost effective power management is critical to maintaining the reliability of your electrical and mechanical systems. And today, no one would argue that infrared thermography is the most effective proven predictive maintenance (PM) technology available to quickly, accurately and safely locate problems prior to failure. In June 2001, Maintenance Technology magazine reported a $4 return on investment for every $1 spent on infrared inspection. Finding and fixing a poor electrical connection’s before a component fails can save you the much greater costs associated with manufacturing downtime, production losses, power outages, fires and catastrophic failure
What are the Savings?
For every minor and/or intermediate problem detected, there is a potential savings of $500. Every SERIOUS and/or CRITICAL problem has a potential savings of $5000 +. A typical complete system infrared inspection can net a savings of $14,000! Valuable time is saved by incorporating an annual infrared electrical survey into your PM program. It provides you with accurate information of the integrity of your system’s components, cuts down on maintenance time (you fix only what’s broken), prevents costly replacements and can eliminate unforeseen outages and downtime. You may also want to check with your insurance provider as to a possible reduction on your annual insurance premiums if your organization was to have an Annual Infrared Scan done of your electrical system. Many insurance companies offer this benefit. This in turn will help offset the cost of the service while at the same time providing you with some piece of mind as well.
What Documentation is Received?
HEAT SEEKING provides you with a detailed easy-to-read reporting format. It consists of documentation of the problems detected, in infrared. A troubleshooting sheet accompanies each problem indicating all temperatures, categorizes the problem and includes a color visible light photo. An overall synopsis is also provided. Problems can be easily located and appropriate repairs scheduled.
Final Reports
To finalize your infrared inspection, HEAT SEEKING provides a clear, concise and easy to read report, complete with all the information necessary for you to facilitate repairs. Should we locate any serious or critical problems, it is our policy to notify the proper personnel immediately. To ensure your report arrives in time, it is HEAT SEEKING endeavours to have the report on your desk within two weeks, regardless of size or type. In most cases, our report will arrive within one week, thus allowing you to expedite any repairs, order necessary parts, etc. For most surveys, our report consists of a color "visible light" picture and infrared thermograms, black & white or colorized pictures taken for the video, of each anomaly located.
