Why our Mechanical Thermography Inspection and FLIR Acoustic Imaging Cameras keep your Plant Running

Our mechanical thermography inspection reveals overheating, lubrication and misalignment before breakdowns occur. Our certified team provides clear, prioritised results so maintenance managers can make quick, informed repairs that reduce outages. We report our findings through photographs, clearly defined action plans and prioritised risk ratings.

Mechanical Thermography Inspection — What We Inspect

Our thermography service focuses on rotating and static assets: motors, pumps, bearings, gearboxes, valves, heat exchangers and conveyors. Using non-contact infrared (thermography), we take images of temperature patterns that are not visible to the naked eye. These patterns identify hotspots, friction points, bad lubrication, and insulation gaps so maintenance teams can take confident action.

We start by conducting a site survey and risk assessment, then program inspections during normal operation to avoid production loss. Our certified thermographers take thermograms, annotate images, and integrate results with vibration measurements, when appropriate. Reports include clear images, temperature readings, severity ratings and recommended corrective actions. Periodic thermography cycles establish a baseline from which trends can be identified and condition-based maintenance can be performed.

FLIR Acoustic Imaging for Leak and Bearing Detection

These acoustic imaging cameras let us visualise sound sources across equipment fields. FLIR acoustic imaging cameras locate air and gas leaks, partial discharges, and bearing noise from a safe distance. We often pair FLIR acoustic imaging cameras with thermal scans to confirm whether a hotspot is linked to a mechanical or pressure-related issue. Fusion between the two modalities gives us a better picture and eliminates false positives.

Product Descriptions and Pricing

We have equipment and on-site services to suit your requirements. 

•  Single-site mechanical thermography inspection.
•  Complete condition monitoring package
• FLIR acoustic imaging rental
• Ability to buy higher-end acoustic cameras (Si2 series and equivalents).

All prices are indicative; site size, access and scope are taken into consideration in final quotations. For personal offers, please contact our staff, and we will send you a clear price offer.

Training, Integration, and ROI

We provide operator training sessions and train your staff to report on thermograms and acoustic overlays. Training covers the actual use of hardware, report reading and basic troubleshooting. We also do export and CMMS integration support to ensure actions can be easily followed up on. 

Typically, clients see measurable ROI from the elimination of emergency repairs, energy usage and asset life.

Why Clients Choose Us

We talk simply, and reports are actionable. Our certified thermographers and technicians have operational plant experience, so recommendations are drawn from production limitations and safety concerns. With the use of mechanical thermography inspection and FLIR acoustic imaging cameras, we are able to identify problems before they occur, minimise repair costs, and increase equipment life. We focus on realistic solutions that work within maintenance budgets.

Case Use and Benefits

If detected early enough, a pump bearing with a small hotspot can be returned to good condition while the unit is shut down for its next required maintenance interval. A compressed-air leak discovered by acoustic imaging can save utility costs as well as reduce emissions. 

Joint inspections also get down to the root causes: a thermal hotspot can be electrical, lubrication, or pressure related - our coordinated approach takes the guesswork out of the equation.

Reporting and Follow-Up

Every inspection leads to a short report and an action list. We present annotated thermograms, acoustic overlays where relevant and a risk score to prioritise repairs. Clients are emailed digital copies and can optionally integrate with CMMS for follow-up tracking. 

After repairs have been completed, they are always checked to ensure satisfaction and new baseline thermograms are established.

Safety and Compliance

Each inspection ends with a short report and recommendations for actions. We produce annotated thermograms and acoustic overlays where applicable, as well as a risk score to assist with the prioritisation of repairs.

 Clients get digital copies and have the option to integrate with CMMS for tracking follow-up. Our repairs are rechecked to verify the effectiveness of the repair and update baseline thermograms.

FAQs

Q: How often should we have a thermal inspection done?

Frequency is an asset critical dependent process; many clients begin with quarterly and slope to monthly or biannual based on trending.

Q: Can acoustic imaging cameras be used to see through walls to find leaks through insulation or wall cracks?

Airborne sound is used to detect the leak sources; therefore, the detection range can be shortened by the use of insulation and barriers. To get the best results, we recommend a site survey.

Q: Is there an equipment shutdown that is associated with testing?

A: No. Most inspections are noncontact and performed during operation, reducing downtime as much as possible.

Q: How fast do we get reports?

Typical turnaround is 3 to 5 working days (can be fast-tracked on request).