An infrared survey can help keep small issues from becoming disasters. Repairing a loose connection– easily found with a thermographic scan – might cost only $100. If undetected, that same connection could result in a fire. That might mean injury, loss of life or damage that makes the whole building unfit for occupancy and shuts your business down.
Thermographic scans are a wise investment. Industry sources show that the monetary savings they produce can be 20 times as much as the initial cost of the survey. This does not include the potential losses due to damage associated with fire.
Abnormal or unexpected thermal patterns typically indicate a problem with the equipment, including conditions such as:
- Loose electrical connections
- Overloaded circuits or phases
- Deteriorated or damaged insulation
- Bearing failure
- Insufficient lubrication
- Steam leaks
