Infrared thermography is an
excellent condition monitoring tool to assist in the reduction
of maintenance costs on mechanical equipment. The technique
allows for the monitoring of temperatures and thermal patterns
while the equipment is online and running under full load. Most
mechanical equipment has allowable operating temperature limits
that can be used as guidelines. Unlike many other test methods,
infrared can be used on a wide variety of equipment including
pumps, motors, bearings, pulleys, fans, drives, conveyors etc.
This section will explain the benefits of Infrared Thermography
as a condition monitoring tool for plant mechanical systems.
Infrared thermography is an electronic technique that quite
literally allows us to see thermal energy. With this new capability
plant maintenance personnel have recognized infrared thermography
as one of the most versatile and effective condition monitoring
tools available today. Thermal imaging enhances a company's
ability to predict equipment failure and plan corrective action
before a costly shutdown, equipment damage, or personal injury
occurs
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