Infrared Thermography
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INFRARED THERMOGRAPHY
- INTERNAL THERMOGRAPHY
- EXTERNAL THERMOGRAPHY
IR THERMOGRAPHY
Infrared thermography is a condition monitoring technique that involves using an infrared camera to detect and measure temperature changes on the surface of equipment. The camera captures images of the equipment and translates the temperature data into a visual format, such as a color-coded image, that makes it easy to identify areas of abnormal heat.
Infrared thermography can be used to identify a wide range of problems in equipment, such as:
-Loose or damaged electrical connections
-Overheating bearings
-Imbalanced machinery
-Insulation defects
-Leakages
-Friction
It can be used in various industries such as manufacturing, power generation, mining, petrochemical, oil and gas, and many more.
One of the main advantages of infrared thermography is that it can detect problems in equipment before they become serious, which can help to prevent equipment failure and downtime. Additionally, it is a non-destructive, non-contact, and efficient technique that can be used to monitor equipment in real-time, making it a useful tool for predictive maintenance.
Why IR THERMOGRAPHY??
There are several reasons why infrared thermography is a useful tool for condition monitoring:
1) Non-destructive and non-contact: Infrared thermography is a non-destructive and non-contact method of monitoring equipment, which means that it does not damage the equipment and does not require direct contact with it. This makes it ideal for monitoring equipment that is difficult to access or that is operating at high temperatures.
2) Detects problems before they become serious: Infrared thermography can detect problems in equipment before they become serious, which can help to prevent equipment failure and downtime. This makes it a useful tool for predictive maintenance.\
3) Real-time monitoring: Infrared thermography can be used to monitor equipment in real-time, which makes it possible to detect problems as they occur. This can help to minimize downtime and reduce the need for scheduled maintenance.
4) Cost-effective: Infrared thermography is a cost-effective method of monitoring equipment, as it requires minimal investment in equipment and can be performed by trained personnel.
5) Versatile: infrared thermography can be used to detect a wide range of problems in different types of equipment and in various industries such as manufacturing, power generation, mining, petrochemical, oil and gas, and many more.
6) Easy to interpret: The data collected by infrared thermography is easy to interpret, as it is presented in a visual format, such as a color-coded image, that makes it easy to identify areas of abnormal heat.
Overall, infrared thermography is a valuable tool for condition monitoring because it can detect problems early, minimize downtime, and reduce the need for scheduled maintenance.
INTERNAL THERMOGRAPHY/ FURNACE THERMOGRAPHY
Furnace thermography refers to the use of infrared thermography to inspect and monitor the performance of industrial furnaces. Furnaces are used in a wide range of industrial processes, such as smelting, heat treatment, and power generation, and are typically subject to high temperatures and intense thermal loads.
Infrared thermography can be used to inspect and monitor various components of a furnace such as: -Refractory bricks and insulation -Burners and combustion chambers -Heat exchangers -Flue gas ducts -Boiler tubes -Furnace walls and roofs
The technique allows identifying areas of abnormal heat that can indicate problems such as:
– Refractory failures
– Insulation defects
– Combustion inefficiencies
– Hot spots
– Thermal bridging
EXTERNAL THERMOGRAPHY
External thermography refers to the use of infrared thermography to inspect and monitor the performance of equipment and systems that are visible from the outside. This typically includes components such as electrical panels, motors, pumps, and bearings.
External thermography can be used to detect a wide range of problems such as:
– Loose or damaged electrical connections
– Overheating bearings
– Imbalanced machinery
– Insulation defects
– Leakages
– Friction
The technique allows identifying areas of abnormal heat that can indicate potential problems, such as:
– Faulty electrical connections
– Overheating bearings
– Mechanical misalignment
– Air or gas leaks
– Insulation defects
– Friction
