Infrared Inspections are Simple!

Taking thermal images and gathering thermal information is quite easy these days, just push the auto button and there is an image! This is simple on the surface, but it is not as easy as it sounds. The real work and value is what the Thermographer understands about the object of interest, how it operates, the heat transfer within and to the surface of the object. How to adjust the camera to enhance the thermal details necessary, and to evaluate the image once it is stored and downloaded onto the computer. Then prepare a report that is accurate, clearly presented and is easy to read by the maintenance personnel, who generally do not know anything about infrared.

As in any method of non-destructive testing, the interpretation of the information gathered takes both education and experience. This is NOT a “point-and-shoot” technique, as most camera manufacturers would like you to believe!