Thermal Imaging
Infrared thermography or thermal imaging uses complex cameras to detect the infrared range of the electromagnetic spectrum otherwise invisible to the human eye. With thermal radiation or heat being the primary source of infrared radiation, thermal imaging can be used in an array of industrial applications.
Building Diagnostics
A. E. & E.’s primary use of thermal imagery is in the area of building diagnostics. Thermal imaging offers the quickest and easiest method of identifying potential problems with a buildings thermal performance. Thermal imaging cameras can quickly scan a building’s envelope helping to identify problems such as:
- Heat loss
- Missing or inadequate insulation
- Air Leaks
- Thermal Bridges/Cold Bridges
- Moisture Intrusion
- Mould Growth
- Water Leaks
- Burst Pipes
- Fire Hazards
Thermal imaging can identify these problems in advance of being visible to the human eye therefore, avoiding invasive investigation, reducing repair time, labour costs, disturbance and building downtime.