Infrared Thermal Imaging – Leak & Moisture Detection – Electrical Scans

Infrared thermal imaging applications vary, depending on what feild you choose to specialise in. The most exciting part about having so many different applications and uses for a thermal imaging camera, is that you can test all kinds of hot spots and problems across all kinds of industries.

Here’s some of the most popular applications for Infrared thermal cameras in New Zealand…

Home infrared imaging scans, Infrared leaky building testing, Infrared thermal leak detection, Home inspections for heat loss and energy testing, Infrared moisture detection, Detect signs of leaky buildings, Thermographic infrared electrical survey companies, General leak detection applications.

You can even use thermal imaging on horses! (equine thermography).

There are so many ideas and applications to use a thermal infrared camera for… everything around you emits heat, and an IR camera can really be effective to detect the slightest of temperature change.

Maybe you have a conveyor belt in your commercial building? One of the popular applications for infrared inspections is detecting overheating bearings in motors if they aren’t lubricated correctly… this is a very effective way to detect problems in advance.

The sky is the limit with many different applications for thermal imaging… literally! You have most likely seen infrared from the bottom of helicopters chasing stolen cars or people? They use infrared imaging for just about everything these days… breast thermography… monitoring volcanoes etc etc.

What a great tool! Here’s a photo of a liquid leak into a river as seen from above.

Infrared thermal imaging training courses New Zealand… Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, NZ Wide.

Are you considering using a thermal imaging camera in your business, job or a business opportunity? The science behind thermal imaging is very interesting, and once you know how a thermal imaging camera works, then you’ll quickly see there are many different ways to use them.

The thermal imaging courses in NZ usually will teach level 1 and level 2. The bulk of the courses are based on the theory of how the infrared camera works, and what it’s actually detecting (Heat radiation).  There is more to the thermography business than initially meets the eye… it’s not just a matter of picking up the camera then ‘going for it’, you need to be able to interpret the images so the client gets what they are paying for!

More information here… http://findaleak.co.nz/thermal-imaging-training-courses-nz-infrared-thermography

You also need to way up what the cost of a thermal imaging camera is based on the application you need it for. For example, thermal imaging cameras on the bottom of a helicopter are going to cost more than a camera needed to detect electrical faults in switchboard.

Click the link above for further details on the advantages of a thermal imaging camera.

Are you interested to see different thermal imaging images?

A thermal imaging camera has various applications which it can be used for, and there are a variety of different quality thermal images available online, depending on the thermal sensivity of the camera, in conjunction with the experience of the thermographer.

Different types of thermal imaging include:

Infrared images of leak – Here’s a great website with different thermal photos

Electrical thermal imaging thermographic surveys

Equine thermal images (Horse thermal imaging)

Mechanical thermography

and many many more!

Thermal imaging images can be highly detailed and reveal all kinds of hidden issues that you simply can’t see. Take a good look at the thermal imaging website mentioned above for further ideas about how thermal imaging cameras work.

Thermal imaging cameras aren’t as simple to operate as first meets the eye. When you see photos on a website (thermal images) that show you thermal anomalies in homes and switchboards by way of colourful images, you need to keep in mind that the majority of these business owners are professionally trained to operate the thermal imaging camera and interpret the images.

Some people think that a thermal imaging camera can detect moisture… the fact is that it can’t. The camera will only measure heat radiation from the imaged object. You also need to know the distance to target ratio of the camera amongst other things. You can read more about what you need to know before attempting to operate an IR camera HERE

Are you looking for free thermal imaging information in NZ with practical examples and photos?

There’s an interesting thermal imaging website now available full of free information that covers examples of infrared results of moisture inspections on NZ homes. You can view this information at findaleak.co.nz .

If you haven’t investigated the option of an infrared scan on your home, it’s certainly worth reading up what it’s all about.

Thermal imaging in NZ is becoming popular amongst home buyers, and also home sellers. It’s important to understand that this type of inspection is completely different to a building inspection, but performed together can help to reduce the risk of buying a ‘dodgy’ home. Buying a home is a huge financial commitment… so why not get the property imaged before signing the dotted line? More info here…

Thermal imaging equipment comes in a variety of shapes and sizes, and depending on the application it’s required for (such as extremely high temperatures), you may need specialist advice. There are plenty of IR cameras on the market that sound great, and maybe the price sounds great also, but you do need to way up the features and benefits of each.

Your final selection of the thermal imaging equipment your require should NOT be based on price, rather can it do the job you specifically need it for. Choose wisely!

Below is a thermal image taken in an NZ home by a certified thermographer in Auckland. This image shows how the infrared camera has detected thermal anomalies on the ceiling and wall. A thermal imaging camera detects infrared wavelengths which you and I can not see.

Appointing a thermographer to conduct a thermal imaging survey on your home or building could assist in detecting signs of moisture in areas you can’t see. Thermography in the study of thermal patterns created by heat radiation emitted by an object. A thermal imaging survey should also be performed in conjunction with a moisture meter when imaging homes for moisture. You can read more details here

If you are seeking thermal imaging services in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch or NZ wide, this information will allow you to find your nearest thermal imaging company. Click the ‘certified nz thermographers’ link above for further info…