thermal surveys

Modern thermal imaging techniques now allow large areas of buildings to be surveyed quickly, remotely and cost effectively.

BUILDING SURVEYS

BUILDING THERMAL SURVEYS Improvements in camera and software technology, along with a greater understanding of building sciences, have revealed many additional applications within the construction industry. These include the verification of building performance and energy performance in both modern and old buildings.

APPLICATIONS FOR THERMOGRAPHY IN MODERN BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES:

De-lamination or de-bonding of rendering
Location of wall, fixtures and structures
Prioritising and documenting heat loss during energy audits
Excessive energy us due to missing, damaged or wet insulation
Insulation testing on new buildings
Air leakage from building envelope and across thermal perimeter
Moisture damage due to leaks or condensation in walls and roofs
Identify sources of air and moisture intrusion
Locating dew points in un-accessible places
Detection of thermal bridges
Under floor heating system inspections
Sick building syndrome mould growth

OLDER BUILDINGS

Bond between fascia layer and foundation level - wall paintings, mosaic, murals.
Identifying un recorded construction phases
Detecting hidden structures - (in-filled windows, beams, hidden flues)
Embedded services - hot or cold pipes - electrical services.

INDUSTRIAL SURVEYS

Industrial thermal surveys

Infrared inspections are one of the best proven and cost effective ways of protecting a companies assets. Infrared inspections can be a valued part of any predictive maintenance programme and many larger companies have developed regular predictive maintenance programmes that include infrared inspections.

This proactive approach to maintaining a company's assets is an easy choice. Reactive unplanned downtime is costly and can spell disaster for companies who are already running on lean budgets. Infrared inspections can help reduce costly downtime and help create a safer working environment, thereby preventing possible injury to valued personnel. The exact return on investment varies with each infrared programme but a minimum of 4-1 can be expected.

Infrared inspections can also help minimise a companies potential for losses. Many insurance companies are aware of the benefits of infrared inspections and now insist on these inspections in order to renew existing policies, with some offering lower premiums for those that have periodic inspections.

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