Infrared Thermography
Infrared Thermography is a non-destructive testing method that detects the amount of infrared energy either reflected, transmitted, or emitted from an object. This non-contact form of inspection detects temperature differences on the surface of components or structures. This rapid and economic inspection method, along with highly trained personnel and site-specific tailored reporting software, makes this an invaluable asset for many applications. IRISNDT utilizes multiple infrared thermography cameras and techniques to meet client requirements.
IRISNDT applies infrared thermography for:
- Furnace heaters, including both internal and external refractory lined equipment
- Steam-air decoking monitoring
- Optical gas imaging (including the ability to detect most volatile organic compounds)
- Electrical components
- Tank level and flare inspections
- Moisture intrusion and flat roof inspections
Advantages
- Rapid and economical
- Highly reproducible
- Site specific tailored reports
- Data is stored for future comparison or audits
- Rapid results and trending analysis
- Systems are portable and battery powered
- Non-intrusive and can quickly locate anomalies
- Visual representation and real time data on each report
Limitations
- Physical space and access points are required
- Direct line of site is required
- Environmental conditions may compromise external inspections and cameras must be shielded from atmospheric conditions
