Thermal Imaging Surveys

Thermal Imaging is a great way to research and discover a number of present and potential problems with hulls, masts, fittings, machinery and electrical items that are invisible to the naked eye and could cause serious problems, some of which could be serious if undiscovered.

Thermal Imaging will indicate hot and cold spots detecting broken or fractured fittings, welds, repairs, areas of moister due to water ingress leading to delamination of material used leading to failure in the future.

Thermal Imaging is also a great way to detect what is happening with the electrical systems, detecting any overloaded circuits or faults present in individual items that may cause a risk of fire on board, again invisible to the naked eye.

Here we can see a fuse box which is showing signs of excessive heat in a particular area. This should be investigated to make sure that the circuit is not being overloaded or suffering from high resistance which may cause a fire in the future.

Another advantage of Thermal Imaging is to show excessive heat which is being generated in mechanical moving parts, particularly worn bearings, low oil pressure or inadequate cooling systems.

These problems can be rectified before causing more damage or failing when you most need them.

Infrared Thermography, knowledge and experience

To obtain clear detailed information necessary to identify present and potential future problems it is important to use a professional level camera with a very high resolution and suitable software to analyse each Thermogram.

Many Cheap DIY IR cameras will not provide the detailed information or even identify a problem, they can even produce incorrect information leading to unnecessary repairs or undetected serious problems.

We only use professional level Thermographic Cameras that produce a crisp detailed image for more accurate measurements needed to make the right diagnoses.

Along with our many years of experience and knowledge of electrical / mechanical installations, Thermography studies, materials and corrosion studies (IIMS) we can help identify present day problems and potential future problems, not only saving you unnecessary costs and repairs but more importantly a serious situation at sea.

One of the most serious but commonly overlooked issues is all the electrical systems and appliances on board that could be a potential fire risk.

Most people think that because there are RCD's and MCB's (circuit breakers ), its safe.

Circuit breakers are designed to detect overloads and short circuits, they do not detect poor wiring, high resistance contacts or loose connections which generate heat and can cause a fire at any time.

Regular Infrared inspections can help keep systems running efficiently and safely.

We can also help you rectify the problem and advise you on the necessary remedial action.

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Thermal Imaging Surveys

Infrared Thermography, knowledge and experience

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