A thermographic survey identifies abnormally high temperatures that result from situations such as:
• overloaded electrical circuits
• unbalanced loads
• loose connections
• damaged wiring
• corrosion
• frictional heating of bearings in mechanical systems
• winding failures
Infrared thermography does not require any physical contact with the system being surveyed; thus an infrared survey can be conducted while the system is still "live" and under load.
During the infrared survey, thermal photographs are taken and afterwards a report is created which identifies areas of concern.
Thermal Imaging is one of many of our Predictive and Preventive Maintenance services designed to help our customers save time and money through early detection of electrical and/or mechanical problems.
A detection procedure that converts invisible heat energy into a visible picture, Thermal Imaging can detect overheated parts in electrical distribution systems and energy losses in manufacturing processes. Through expert analysis conducted by our highly trained Services Technicians, thermal images can reveal defects or problems in electrical systems and mechanical equipment or in any process that uses or produces energy.
Our ITC Certified Infrared Thermographer will survey and provide a complete analysis of the inspection utilizing industry leading Flir equipment and software.
Features
Because thermographic scans are performed while your equipment is in operation, there is no lost production or machine downtime. Advance notice of developing problems enables you to conduct the necessary adjustments or repairs before costly, catastrophic failures occur.
Considering the high cost of electrical and mechanical failures, Thermal Imaging can result in substantial savings.
• Early indication of electrical deterioration
• Bearing and coupling wear
• Insulation leaks
• Faulty electrical contacts or connections
• Leaky steam traps
• Refractory deterioration
• Excessive temperatures
• High resistance connections
• Unbalanced or overloaded circuits
• Improper grounding
• Inductive heating
• Open circuits
Benefits
• Reduction of production losses due to unplanned downtime
• Reduced maintenance and repair costs
• Increased equipment life
• Increased Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF)
• Professional, comprehensive custom reports
• Increased productivity and profitability
Matlock Electric supports the National Fire Protection Association's recommendation that annual Infrared Thermography inspections be conducted on all electrical distribution equipment as part of your regular maintenance program.
Matlock Electric's Infrared Technology
Matlock Electric utilizes the ThermaCAM P60 to provide state-of- the-art Infrared predictive maintenance. This technology is the most highly refined infrared inspection system available today. Its powerful features and conveniences enable Matlock Electric's professional thermographers to work with unprecedented efficiency and productivity.
Our thermographers work to collect, report, and archive infrared images and thermal data for all your electric equipment. Matlock's Infrared Services provide highly sensitive thermal imaging, precision temperature measurement and extensive thermal data analysis capabilities.
The ThermaCAM P60 is the most powerful infrared inspection system designed to maximize the efficiency and productivity of the professional thermographer.
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Flir ThermaCAM Reporter Software
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Matlock Electric integrates the ThermaCAM P60 with Flir's powerful ThermaCAM Reporter Software. ThermaCAM Reporter integrates powerful image analysis and report generation tools for fast, accurate evaluation of infrared (IR) inspection results. Robust image analysis tools graphically plot minimum, maximum and average temperatures. Delta function quickly and automatically calculates the temperature difference between known-good and problem areas. User-defined formula function automates tedious and repetitive calculations. Analysis functions, text and voice comments are digitally stored with IR camera images in the field, and then automatically downloaded and embedded into results tables and report text.
