Thermography involves using thermal imaging devices to capture photographs of various assets, identifying temperature hotspots and potential defect areas. This quantitative testing approach is essential for establishing the health of assets and is sensitive to various stage defects in most applications.
Equipment Used
- Permanently Installed Sensors: Such as thermocouples.
- Handheld Devices: Infrared temperature guns and infrared thermography cameras.
Benefits of Thermography
- Defect Detection: Highlights conditions such as overload or over-speed.
- Complementary Technique: Often used alongside other condition monitoring methods to track changes in degrading components.
- Quantitative Analysis: Provides measurable data to assess asset health.
Applications of Thermography
- Annual Insurance Mitigation Electrical Wiring Checks: Ensuring the safety and compliance of electrical systems.
- Bearings: Detecting overheating or potential failure points.
- Overheating: Identifying areas prone to excessive heat.
- Steam Traps/Valves: Monitoring the condition and efficiency of steam systems.
- Flammable Gas Leaks: Detecting potential safety hazards.
- HV Issues: Addressing high voltage system problems.
- Electrical Wiring Faults: Identifying faults in electrical installations.
- Heat Exchanger Blockage: Ensuring optimal performance of heat exchangers.
- Refractory Applications: Monitoring the integrity of refractory materials.
Why Use Thermography?
Thermography provides a comprehensive view of the thermal performance of assets, allowing for early detection of issues that could lead to equipment failure or safety hazards. By integrating thermography with other condition monitoring techniques, you can achieve a more complete understanding of asset health and implement proactive maintenance strategies.
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