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How Pest Thermography is a Good Candidate in Choosing a New Income Stream
In our ever-changing economy many companies are looking for new income streams. In this paper we will examine pest thermography as a possible candidate. We will discuss two of the hottest money making pests to date as they relate to IR pest inspections.
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IR Inspections of Electric Motors
Despite the important role they play in a commercial facility, electric motors tend to be both out-of-sight and out-of-mind until they fail. Infrared thermography can be used as a cost-effective diagnostic tool for detecting problems within electric motor systems.
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IR/INFO 2012 a Resounding Success!
Infraspection Institute’s IR/INFO conference was recently held in New Orleans, Louisiana. IR/INFO 2012 marks the 23rd anniversary for the advanced training conference, technical symposium and technology expo.
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Tempersture Differentials for Infrared Building Inspections - Part 1
A common question among thermographers is, “How much temperature differential is needed to obtain good data?” In this two-part Tip, we discuss required temperature differentials for infrared inspections of buildings.
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Negative Findings Versus No Problems
When documenting an infrared inspection with no detectable exceptions, thermographers should be aware that there is a big difference between reporting “no problems” versus “negative findings”.
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Frostbite & Hypothermia
“Jack Frost nipping at your nose.” These lyrics from a popular Christmas carol evoke romantic visions of winter; however, frostbite and hypothermia are dangerous medical conditions that can present serious safety hazards.
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Cold Weather Clothing
Cold weather clothing is a matter of functionality not fashion. Clothing needs to be worn in layers in order to trap air which is warmed by the body.
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Infrared Images with Quantified Electrical Load & Moisture Data Damage Data Combined
Thermal imagers have long been used to detect evidence of problems within a wide variety of systems and structures including electrical distribution systems and building envelopes. In order to fully quantify the severity of problems other information is often critical such as electrical load data and moisture levels.
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Infrared Inspections of Dry-type Transformers
A thorough infrared inspection of an electrical transformer can point out symptoms of loose connections as well as other possible problems.
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Make a New Year’s Resolution for Safety
With the New Year upon us, many of us will follow the tradition of resolving to change or better ourselves. With this Tip, we offer suggestions for making job safety a priority.
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Holiday Wishes
It is hard to believe that another year has passed and the holiday season is once again upon us. With this Tip, we invite our readers to share a favorite memory as we celebrate the season.
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Monochrome or Multi-Color?
With most thermal imagers capable of displaying images in monochrome or multicolor, many new thermographers ask which color palette is the best choice for effective imaging.
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Why Headers Appear Cool
In business, it is frequently said that cooler heads prevail. When performing infrared inspections of building interiors, window and door headers are often more prevalent.
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US Navy Leading the Way in Switchboard Protection
According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), an arc flash is defined as "a dangerous condition associated with the release of energy caused by an electric arc." An arc is a high-impedance discharge of electricity through the air that causes light and heat.
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Integration Clauses
Not all contracts are expressly stated. Some are implied by law based on the relationship of the parties, and some are implied in fact by the parties’ conduct.
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Thanksgiving Safety Tip
When it comes to heat transfer and safety, thermographers traditionally think of the workplace. With the Thanksgiving holiday upon us, neither of these topics should be overlooked when it comes to preparing the holiday feast.
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Infrared Inspection of Load Break Elbows
Load break elbows are a common feature on shielded cables. Thermography may be used to provide evidence of loose or deteriorated connections associated with these connectors.
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Autumn Driving Tips
It’s that time of year when brightly colored trees remind us that Autumn is upon us. Taking a few precautions can help to make driving safer by addressing challenges unique to the fall season.
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Delta T Alert: Wireless Tempature Monitoring of Electrical Enclosures
Thermography is a proven technology for detecting elevated temperatures within operating electrical distribution systems. Typically performed on an annual basis, infrared inspections can detect evidence of overheating caused by loose/deteriorated connections, overloaded circuits, and imbalanced loads.
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Compensating for Reflected Temperature in Hot Enviroments
When performing quantitative thermography in areas with high ambient temperatures and strong, multiple sources of radiant energy, it is important to pay particular attention to the level and direction of the background energy reflected from objects being measured.
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