IRINFO.ORG - Tip of the Week

Title	Category	Date
Gauging When IR Inspection Window Opens/Closes	General	2024-11-18
Is Distance Learning Right For You?	Training	2024-11-11
Standards for Infrared Thermography	Program	2024-11-04
Measurement Accuracy Specifications	Equipment	2024-10-28
Change Routes with the Season	Program	2024-10-21
Training – A Wise Use of Year End Budget Money	Training	2024-10-14
Using IR Inspections to Help Prepare for Heating Season	Buildings	2024-10-07
IR Inspections During Motor Rebuilding	Electrical	2024-09-30
Using an IR Imager to Monitor Drywall Installation	Buildings	2024-09-22
Detecting Underground Pipe Leaks	Mechanical	2024-09-16
Using Switchgear Windows and Ports	Electrical	2024-09-09
School’s Open – Drive Carefully	Safety	2024-09-02
Proper Spectral Response	Equipment	2024-08-26
A Crash Course on Drone Liability	Legal	2024-08-19
When Should You Upgrade Your Imager?	Equipment	2024-08-12
Post Processing Thermal Images	Reports	2024-08-05
Checking IR Equipment Calibration	Equipment	2024-07-29
Applying Thermography	General	2024-07-22
Temperature Limits for Drive Belts	Mechanical	2024-07-15
Infrared Inspections of Lightning Arrestors	Electrical	2024-07-08
The Myth Behind IFOV Values	Equipment	2024-07-01
Infrared Inspections of Retrofitted Roofs	Roofs	2024-06-24
Heat Stress & Hydration	Safety	2024-06-17
Measuring Motor Temperatures	Mechanical	2024-06-10
How to Calculate Transmittance	Temperature Measurement	2024-06-03
Images and Reports – Who Owns Them?	Reports	2024-05-27
Inductive Heating Hotspots	Electrical	2024-05-20
Focus, Focus, Focus	Equipment	2024-05-13
Improving Accuracy of IR Temperature Measurements	Temperature Measurement	2024-05-06
What Is a Subpoena Duces Tecum?	Legal	2024-04-29
Watch Your Step	Safety	2024-04-22
Calculating Field of View	Equipment	2024-04-15
IR Inspections of Photovoltaic Systems	Electrical	2024-04-08
Spring is the Time for Infrared Roof Inspections	Roofs	2024-04-01
Selecting an IR Training Firm	Training	2024-03-25
Monochrome or Multi-Color?	Reports	2024-03-18
Should Infrared Thermographer Certification Expire?	Training	2024-03-11
Emissivity Settings for Building Inspections	Buildings	2024-03-04
Infrared Inspections to Detect Process Piping Corrosion	General	2024-02-26
Determining Acceptable Load for Electrical Circuits	Electrical	2024-02-19
IR Inspections to Detect In-floor Heating System Leaks	Mechanical	2024-02-12
Build It & They Will Come	Program	2024-02-05
Infrared Inspection of Capacitors	Electrical	2024-01-29
How Delta T’s Understate Priorities	Temperature Measurement	2024-01-22
Infrared Training – Why It Isn’t All the Same	Training	2024-01-15
The Best Recommendation	Reports	2024-01-08
Calculating Infrared Inspection Program Payback	Program	2024-01-02
Make a New Year’s Resolution for Safety	Safety	2023-12-26
Holiday Wishes	General	2023-12-18
Winter Driving Tips	Safety	2023-12-11
IR Inspections of Electric Motors	Electrical	2023-12-04
Making Your Own Blackbody Simulator	Calibration	2023-11-27
Thanksgiving Safety Tip	Safety	2023-11-20
IR Inspections of Timber Framed Buildings	Buildings	2023-11-13
Understanding Imager Resolution	Equipment	2023-11-06
Autumn is the Time for Steam Trap Testing	Mechanical	2023-10-30
Using an Auto Image Function	Equipment	2023-10-23
Using Tmax Corrected Formula to Prioritize Electrical Exceptions	Electrical	2023-10-16
Infrared Inspection of Load Break Elbows	Electrical	2023-10-01
Autumn IR Inspections to Assess Roof Condition	Roofs	2023-09-25
Scheduling IR Equipment for Maintenance	Equipment	2023-09-18
Understanding Radiance	Theory	2023-09-11
Infrared Inspections of Conveyor Bearings	Mechanical	2023-08-28
Splash Protection for Your IR Imager	Equipment	2023-08-21
A Hidden Danger in Electrical Systems	Safety	2023-08-14
The Tortoise and the Hare	General	2023-08-07
IR Inspections of Smooth Surfaced Roofs	Roofs	2023-07-31
Setting Temperature Limits	Electrical	2023-07-24
The Problem with Solar Loading	Temperature Measurement	2023-07-17
Ladder Safety - Part 2	Safety	2023-07-10
Ladder Safety - Part 1	Safety	2023-07-03
Building Envelope Inspections – Which Way Do We Go?	Buildings	2023-06-26
Infrared Inspections of Arc Fault Circuit Interrupters	Electrical	2023-06-19
IR Inspections of Furnace Tubes	Mechanical	2023-06-12
IR Imaging for Checking Tank Levels	Structural	2023-06-05
Measuring and Compensating for Reflected Temperature – Part 2	Temperature Measurement	2023-05-29
Measuring and Compensating for Reflected Temperature – Part 1	Temperature Measurement	2023-05-22
Defining the Ideal IR Reporting Software	Reporting	2023-05-15
How to Calculate Emittance	Temperature Measurement	2023-05-08
Normal Hot Spots in Electrical Systems	Electrical	2023-05-01
Tornado Safety	Safety	2023-04-24
Infrared Prior to PM Shutdowns	General	2023-04-17
How to Use Spot Size Ratios	Equipment	2023-04-10
Infrared Inspections of UPS Systems	Electrical	2023-04-03
Renting a Thermal Imager	Equipment	2023-03-20
Combining IR & Ultrasound for Steam Trap Testing	Mechanical	2023-03-13
Imager Settings for MCC Inspections	General	2023-03-12
Infrared Inspections to Detect Latent Moisture	Buildings	2023-03-06
A Thermographer’s Magic Marker	Equipment	2023-02-27
What Do Thermometers Measure?	Electrical	2023-02-13
How Much Certification Do You Need	Training	2023-02-06
Gauging Solar Loading	General	2023-01-30
Accuracy and Sensitivity – Part 2	Equipment	2023-01-23
Accuracy and Sensitivity – Part 1	Equipment	2023-01-16
IR Inspection of Liquid-filled Transformers	Electrical	2023-01-09
IR Inspections of Parking Garage Ceilings	Buildings	2023-01-02
Cold Weather Clothing	Safety	2022-12-26
Training and Equipment: Which First?	Training	2022-11-28
Using a First Surface Mirror	General	2022-11-14
Begin With the End in Mind	Program	2022-11-07
Infrared Inspections of Spandrel Glass Panels	Buildings	2022-10-24
Alternatives to Thermal Images	Reports	2022-10-17
Infrared Equipment – New or Used?	Equipment	2022-10-10
Temperature Differentials for Infrared Building Inspections – Part 2	Buildings	2022-09-26
Temperature Differentials for Infrared Building Inspections – Part 1	Buildings	2022-09-19
Determining Maximum Operating Temperature for Motors	Mechanical	2022-09-12
Negative Findings Versus No Problems	Reports	2022-08-22
IR Inspections of Electrical Bus Ducts	Electrical	2022-08-15
Wind as an Error Source	Temperature Measurement	2022-08-01
Heat Stress and the Human Body	Safety	2022-07-25
IR Inspections of Insulated Windows	Buildings	2022-07-18
Lightning Safety	Safety	2022-07-04
Why GFCI Devices Appear Warm	Electrical	2022-06-27
Wide Angle Lenses	Equipment	2022-06-13
Infrared Inspections of Dry-type Transformers	Electrical	2022-05-30
Grilling Safety Tips	Safety	2022-05-23
Aerial Lift Safety	Safety	2022-05-16
The 3 Most Important Questions	General	2022-04-11
Modifying a Surface for Infrared Temperature Measurement	Temperature Measurement	2022-03-28
Preparing for IR Inspections of Electrical Systems	Electrical	2022-03-21
Do You Have the Correct Time?	Equipment	2022-03-14
Temperature Measurement and Building Envelope Inspections	Buildings	2022-02-28
IR Inspections of Single Phase Power Panels	Electrical	2022-02-21
Using a Blower Door During an IR Inspection	Buildings	2022-02-14
Preventing Falls in Icy Weather	Safety	2022-02-07
Frostbite & Hypothermia	Safety	2022-01-24
Careful Testimony at Your Fingertips	Legal	2022-01-17
Understanding Emissivity	Theory	2022-01-10
Easier Than A, B, C	Electrical	2022-01-03
Why Headers Appear Cool	Buildings	2021-12-06
Autumn Driving Tips	Safety	2021-11-15
Offering Infrared Inspection Services	General	2021-10-11
Why Do Transformers Hum?	Electrical	2021-09-20
Roof Inspections – Solar Reflectance versus IR Reflectance	Roofs	2021-08-09
Keeping Track of Your Lenses	Equipment	2021-07-26
It’s Not That Easy	General	2021-07-12
Detecting Electrical System Overloads	Electrical	2021-07-05
Setting Up Inspection Routes	Program Routes	2021-06-21
Temperature Rise as a Severity Indicator	Temperature Measurement	2021-06-14
Ladder Safety – Part 2	Safety	2021-05-24
Insuring Equipment In Transit	Business	2021-05-10
Thermal Imaging Basics	General	2021-05-03
Detecting Open Neutrals and Hot Ground Conductors	Electrical	2021-04-26
Equipment Maintenance – Neckstraps	Equipment	2021-04-19
Infrared Inspections of Roofs Containing Foam Insulation	Roofs	2021-04-12
Maintaining Situational Awareness	Safety	2021-03-29
Detecting Delamination of Stucco	Structural	2021-03-01
Measuring and Compensating for Reflected Temperature - Part 2	Temperature Measurement	2021-02-15
Frequency of Infrared Inspections of Electrical Equipment	Electrical	2021-01-18
Frequency of IR Roof Inspections	Roofs	2020-11-30
Why Building Corners Appear Cool	Buildings	2020-10-19
Why Imagers & Radiometers Disagree	Equipment	2020-09-28
IR Inspections of Smooth Surfaced Roof	Roofs	2020-08-03
Inspecting Service Entrance Cables	Electrical	2020-07-27
IR Inspections for Sewer Systems	Mechanical	2020-07-13
Preventing a Transformer Fireworks Display	Electrical	2020-07-06
Point Radiometers & Spot Measurement Size	Equipment	2020-06-29
Thermal Imagery to Detect Roof Fasteners	Roofs	2020-05-11
The Power of Inductive Heating	Electrical	2020-05-04
Imager Resolution & The Great Pixel Debate	Equipment	2020-04-20
What is Image Fusion?	Equipment	2020-04-13
Detecting Defective Lighting Ballasts	Electrical	2020-04-06
Ambient Temperature & Radiometer Accuracy	Temperature Measurement	2020-03-09
How Close Do You Need to Be?	General	2020-02-24
Pricing Infrared Inspection Services	Business	2020-02-17
How Dust Creates Full Size Thermal Imagery	Buildings	2020-01-06
Outsourcing IR Services	Program	2019-12-30
Files Worth Saving	General	2019-12-23
Intrinsically Safe Equipment	Safety	2019-12-09
Thermography as a Business Opportunity	Business	2019-09-16
Preventing Workplace Falls	General	2019-08-26
Cleaning IR Lenses	Equipment	2019-08-19
IR Inspections of Cool Roofs	Roofs	2019-08-12
Using Floor Plans to Identify Locations	Reports	2019-08-05
Defining Ambient Temp	Electrical	2019-07-22
Using an Isotherm Feature	Equipment	2019-07-14
Role of IR Inspections for Electrical Distribution Systems	Electrical	2019-07-08
Infrared Imaging and Spray Testing of Walls	Buildings	2019-07-01
Insect Safety Tip	Safety	2019-06-24
The Value of Level III Certification	Training	2019-06-17
Infrared Imaging and Mold Detection	Buildings	2019-05-27
Connecting the Dots	Roofs	2019-04-22
Infrared Inspection of Breaker Control Cabinets	Electrical	2019-03-18
First Impressions Count	Business	2019-02-25
From the Top Down	Electrical	2018-10-29
Infrared Inspection of Ballasted Roofing Systems	Roofs	2018-10-15
High E Targets for Measuring Component Temperatures	Electrical	2018-10-08
The Problem with Glass and Plastic	Electrical	2018-09-24
Using an Isotherm to Detect Potential Condensation Sites	Equipment	2018-09-10
Labor Day	General	2018-08-27
Rules of Construction: Special Conditions of the Subcontract	Legal	2018-08-06
Three Legs are Better Than None	Equipment	2018-07-30
Asphalt or Coal Tar – How to Tell the Difference	Equipment	2018-07-09
Thermal Imager Rental – A Smart Alternative	Equipment	2018-07-02
Inspecting Shaded Building Elevations	Buildings	2018-06-25
IR Image Capture & Tuning	Reports	2018-05-21
The Importance of Context	Legal	2018-04-23
The Weakest Link	Training	2018-04-16
Non Uniformity Correction	Equipment	2018-03-19
Preventing Carbon Monoxide Poisoning	Safety	2018-02-05
Does Thermography Really Save Time and Money?	Program	2017-11-06
An Emittance Greater Than 1.0 ?	Theory	2017-10-23
Calculating the Value of an Electrical Hotspot	Electrical	2017-10-02
Blinded by the Light	Equipment	2017-08-21
Imager Operational Check Prior to Inspections	Equipment	2017-08-14
Warm Lighting Circuit Breakers	Electrical	2017-06-12
Protecting Yourself in the Sun – Part 2	Safety	2017-05-29
Protecting Yourself in the Sun – Part 1	Safety	2017-05-22
Using Voltage Drop Measurements	Electrical	2017-04-03
Notice of Copyright	Business	2017-03-13
Our Most Important Tip	General	2016-12-28
Video Output – A Useful Feature on Thermal Imagers	Equipment	2016-12-12
The Difference Between Mediation and Arbitration	Legal	2016-10-10
Ladder Safety – Part 1	Safety	2016-09-26
Laying the Foundation	Reports	2016-08-22
IR Inspections of Roofs with Insulating Decks	Roofs	2016-08-08
Contracts for Infrared Inspections	Business	2016-08-01
Transmissivity of Switchgear Windows	Electrical	2016-07-25
How to Core Sample a Roof	Roofs	2016-06-13
IR Inspections of CMU Walls	Structural	2016-05-02
Know Your Target	General	2016-04-04
Know Your Safety Requirements	Safety	2016-02-01
Visual Inspections & Thermography	General	2015-12-28
Infrared Roof Inspections From Indoors?	Roofs	2015-11-16
Pest Detection in Structures	Buildings	2015-11-02
Safety Standards for Thermography	Safety	2015-10-19
Potentially Lethal Hotspots	General	2015-08-24
Scaffold Safety – Part 2	Safety	2015-08-03
Scaffold Safety – Part 1	Safety	2015-07-27
How to Survive a Shrinking Maintenance Budget	Program	2015-07-20
The Importance of Imager Frame Rate	Equipment	2015-07-06
Infrared Inspection of Parallel Feed Conductors	General	2015-06-15
A Reminder to Cut the Roof	Roofs	2015-06-08
Four Steps to Solving Problems	Program	2015-05-18
RSS News Feeds - An Easy Way to Stay Current	General	2015-05-04
Air Travel with Your IR Imager – Part 2	General	2015-01-26
Protecting Yourself from Hydrogen Sulfide	Safety	2015-01-12
Storing & Transporting Your IR Equipment	Equipment	2015-01-05
Infrared Inspections of Process Equipment	Mechanical	2014-12-29
Why Your Business Needs a Website	Website	2014-12-01
Determining Neutral Plane Location	Buildings	2014-10-20
Preventing Lyme Disease	Safety	2014-09-01
Using and Caring for Lithium-ion Batteries	Equipment	2014-08-04
A Bird’s Eye View	General	2014-05-19
Safety – It Takes Two	Safety	2014-03-31
IR Thermography – A Game Changer for Home Inspections	Legal	2014-01-27
Air Travel With Your IR Imager	General	2014-01-20
Purchasing an Imager – Which Brand is Best?	Equipment	2013-12-16
Get Your Website Seen	Website	2013-09-16
Flame Resistant Clothing	Safety	2013-08-19
Insurance for Thermographers	Business	2013-07-29
Affiliate Marketing – How to Turn Your Website into a Profit Center	Business	2013-06-24
How to Deal With Emittance	Temperature Measurement	2013-04-08
Choosing and Maintaining Your Domain Name	Website	2013-03-04
IR Inspections and Mold Safety	Safety	2013-02-11
Spare Parts to the Rescue	Equipment	2013-01-28
SEO is DEAD..!!	Website	2012-09-24
Infrared Inspections of PLC Cabinets	Electrical	2012-09-03
Thermography and ASNT Certification	Training	2012-08-06
Netiquette and Your Online Image	Business	2012-04-30
Ensuring Payment for Your Services	Business	2012-04-09
Selecting and Using a Respirator	Safety	2012-04-02
IR Inspections of Emergency Power Systems	Electrical	2012-03-12
Compensating for Reflected Temperature	Temperature Measurement	2012-03-05
Infrared Inspections of Flat Roofs	Roofs	2012-02-20
Integration Clauses	Legal	2011-11-28
Compensating for Reflected Temperature in Hot Enviroments	Temperature Measurement	2011-10-31
Understanding Electrical Arc Flash	Safety	2011-07-18
Higher Resolution Imagers - What You Really Need to Know	Equipment	2011-06-27
NFPA 70E & Infrared Thermography	Safety	2011-06-06
Care and Feeding of Infrared Lenses and Other Optics	Equipment	2011-04-11
Combining IR Imaging and Ultrasound to Find Pipe Leak	Mechanical	2011-03-28
The One Hundred Dollar Nail	General	2011-01-24
RSS News Feeds – An Easy Way to Stay Current	General	2010-10-11
Thermography Standards – Recipes for Success	General	2010-08-10
Go Easy on the Stuffing	Website	2010-08-03
Why Your Website Should be on a Directory?	Website	2010-06-28
Death by Blog	Website	2010-05-31
The Importance of Fully Charged Batteries	Equipment	2009-11-16
2009 H1N1 and Seasonal Flu – What To Do If You Get Sick	Safety	2009-10-26
2009 H1N1 Flu & You	Safety	2009-10-19
Insurance Coverage – The Designated Premises Trap	Business	2008-12-08
Solving Li-Ion Battery Problems	Equipment	2008-11-17
Using IRINFO.ORG Resources to Make Your Job Easier	Internet	2008-10-27
IR Inspections to Help Trace HVAC Ductwork	Equipment	2008-10-14
FM Global Data Sheets – A New Powerful Tool for Thermographers	General	2008-10-06
IR Inspections to Diagnose HVAC Airflow	Buildings	2008-09-15
Heating Up a Surface Part 2: Non-Destructive Testing	General	2008-09-09
Heating Up a Surface Part 1: Testing Emissivity	General	2008-08-25
Protecting Against West Nile Virus	Safety	2008-05-26
Infrared Inspections of Control Panels Containing Exposed Contacts	Electrical	2008-04-30
Safe Air Travel with Batteries and Devices	Equipment	2008-03-31
Memory Cards and Thermal Imagers	Equipment	2008-03-25
Putting Your Electrical System Into Perspective	Electrical	2008-03-03
Inspecting Behind Dry Type Transformer Covers	Electrical	2007-08-28
IR Inspections and Using Google Earth	Reports	2007-07-23
Permit-Required Confined Spaces	Safety	2007-06-19
Care & Maintenance of Fire Resistant Clothing	Safety	2007-05-21
Using Apple Computers for Infrared Inspection Reports – Part I	Reports	2007-02-13
Power Inverters to the Rescue	Equipment	2007-01-23
Air Travel Security Tip	General	2006-11-27
Keeping Track of Imager Components	Equipment	2006-10-30
Verifying Equipment Calibration	Equipment	2006-09-25
Designing a Website - Why You Should Hire a Professional	Website	2006-09-11
Higher Resolution Imagers – What You Really Need to Know	General	2006-08-14
Using Thermal Imagery for Early Fire Detection	Electrical	2006-07-17
Understanding Website Terminology	Website	2006-07-10
The Impact of Adjusting Emissivity	Temperature Measurement	2006-06-12
A Bit Less Confusing	Equipment	2006-04-27
Contact Management Software	Software	2006-03-27
Electrical System Inspections – Beware of First Impressions	Electrical	2006-02-20
What’s in a File Name	Equipment	2006-01-30
IR Inspections of Uninsulated Roofs	Roofs	2006-01-16
Full Memory Causes Imager Upset	Equipment	2006-01-09
SIC and NAICS Codes for Thermography	General	2005-10-10
When, Why and How to Use Heat Transfer Analysis	General	2005-10-03
Incidental Finds	General	2005-06-27
Verify Proper Temperature Scale	Temperature Measurement	2005-06-20
Tool for Measuring Reflected Temperature	Temperature Measurement	2005-06-06
The Expert Witness & Thermography	Legal	2005-04-18
Beware of Message Boards	General	2005-03-28
Temperature Measurement & Low E Paints	Temperature Measurement	2005-03-07
IR for Refractory Inspections	Mechanical	2004-10-18
Arc Flash Protection How Much?	Safety	2004-09-20
IR Thermography Detects Heat Exchanger Blockage	Mechanical	2004-08-30
Training & Equipment: Which First?	Training	2004-07-12
IR is for Integrity & Responsibility	General	2004-07-06
The Importance of Follow-up Inspections	General	2004-06-21
NFPA 70E & Arc-Rated Face Shields	Safety	2004-06-14
NFPA 70E & Energized Electrical Work Permits	Safety	2004-06-07
Ways to Prevent Spam	General	2004-05-24
Infrared Windows for Electrical Switchgear	Electrical	2004-05-10
How FPA Imagers Differ	Equipment	2004-04-26
Remote Monitor for Any Imager	Equipment	2004-03-08
Tips for Battery Care	Equipment	2004-02-16
Truth, Thermography and the World Wide Web	General	2004-01-12
Detecting Loose Connections in Grounding Systems	Electrical	2004-01-05
Thermography and NFPA 70B 2002 Edition	General	2003-12-29
Fire Resistant Clothing	Safety	2003-10-06
Modifying a Surface for Temperature Measurement	Temperature Measurement	2003-09-29
IR Imaging for Check Tank Levels	Equipment	2003-08-18
Image Storage for Any Thermal Imager	Equipment	2003-08-04
Spring is the Time for IR Roof Inspection	Roofs	2003-06-09
Spots on the LCD Screen	Equipment	2003-03-17
When Will They Die	General	2003-03-10
Power Alternatives for Images	Equipment	2003-02-10
Pipe Leaks in Concrete	Mechanical	2003-01-27
Inspecting Retrofitted Roofs	Roofs	2002-12-23
Performance Standards	Program	2002-12-16
Infrared Inspections of Building Envelopes	Buildings	2002-12-02
Dry-type Transformers	Electrical	2002-11-04
Liquid filled Transformers	Electrical	2002-10-28
Record Electrical Loads	Electrical	2002-10-07
Combing IR & Ultrasound for Steam Trap Testing	Equipment	2002-09-16
Verifying Roof Data	Roofs	2002-09-07
Protecting Your Viewfinder	Equipment	2002-08-26
Conveyor Bearings	Mechanical	2002-08-19
Saving Thermal Images	Equipment	2002-08-12
Outdoor Substation Arrestors	Electrical	2002-08-05
Safety Standards	Safety	2002-07-08
Infrared Equipment Cost	Equipment	2002-06-04
Imager Settings for Roof Inspections	Roofs	2002-05-13
Infrared Equipment Calibration	Equipment	2002-04-22
Referencing Visual Images	Reports	2002-04-01
Flat Roofs	Roofs	2002-03-01
Steam Traps	Mechanical	2002-02-25
Electrical System Inspections	Electrical	2002-02-18

Gauging When IR Inspection Window Opens/Closes

General

2024-11-18

Is Distance Learning Right For You?

Training

2024-11-11

Standards for Infrared Thermography

Program

2024-11-04

Measurement Accuracy Specifications

Equipment

2024-10-28

Change Routes with the Season

Program

2024-10-21

Training – A Wise Use of Year End Budget Money

Training

2024-10-14

Using IR Inspections to Help Prepare for Heating Season

Buildings

2024-10-07

IR Inspections During Motor Rebuilding

Electrical

2024-09-30

Using an IR Imager to Monitor Drywall Installation

Buildings

2024-09-22

Detecting Underground Pipe Leaks

Mechanical

2024-09-16

Using Switchgear Windows and Ports

Electrical

2024-09-09

School’s Open – Drive Carefully

Safety

2024-09-02

Proper Spectral Response

Equipment

2024-08-26

A Crash Course on Drone Liability

Legal

2024-08-19

When Should You Upgrade Your Imager?

Equipment

2024-08-12

Post Processing Thermal Images

Reports

2024-08-05

Checking IR Equipment Calibration

Equipment

2024-07-29

Applying Thermography

General

2024-07-22

Temperature Limits for Drive Belts

Mechanical

2024-07-15

Infrared Inspections of Lightning Arrestors

Electrical

2024-07-08

The Myth Behind IFOV Values

Equipment

2024-07-01

Infrared Inspections of Retrofitted Roofs

Roofs

2024-06-24

Heat Stress & Hydration

Safety

2024-06-17

Measuring Motor Temperatures

Mechanical

2024-06-10

How to Calculate Transmittance

Temperature Measurement

2024-06-03

Images and Reports – Who Owns Them?

Reports

2024-05-27

Inductive Heating Hotspots

Electrical

2024-05-20

Focus, Focus, Focus

Equipment

2024-05-13

Improving Accuracy of IR Temperature Measurements

Temperature Measurement

2024-05-06

What Is a Subpoena Duces Tecum?

Legal

2024-04-29

Watch Your Step

Safety

2024-04-22

Calculating Field of View

Equipment

2024-04-15

IR Inspections of Photovoltaic Systems

Electrical

2024-04-08

Spring is the Time for Infrared Roof Inspections

Roofs

2024-04-01

Selecting an IR Training Firm

Training

2024-03-25

Monochrome or Multi-Color?

Reports

2024-03-18

Should Infrared Thermographer Certification Expire?

Training

2024-03-11

Emissivity Settings for Building Inspections

Buildings

2024-03-04

Infrared Inspections to Detect Process Piping Corrosion

General

2024-02-26

Determining Acceptable Load for Electrical Circuits

Electrical

2024-02-19

IR Inspections to Detect In-floor Heating System Leaks

Mechanical

2024-02-12

Build It & They Will Come

Program

2024-02-05

Infrared Inspection of Capacitors

Electrical

2024-01-29

How Delta T’s Understate Priorities

Temperature Measurement

2024-01-22

Infrared Training – Why It Isn’t All the Same

Training

2024-01-15

The Best Recommendation

Reports

2024-01-08

Calculating Infrared Inspection Program Payback

Program

2024-01-02

Make a New Year’s Resolution for Safety

Safety

2023-12-26

Holiday Wishes

General

2023-12-18

Winter Driving Tips

Safety

2023-12-11

IR Inspections of Electric Motors

Electrical

2023-12-04

Making Your Own Blackbody Simulator

Calibration

2023-11-27

Thanksgiving Safety Tip

Safety

2023-11-20

IR Inspections of Timber Framed Buildings

Buildings

2023-11-13

Understanding Imager Resolution

Equipment

2023-11-06

Autumn is the Time for Steam Trap Testing

Mechanical

2023-10-30

Using an Auto Image Function

Equipment

2023-10-23

Using Tmax Corrected Formula to Prioritize Electrical Exceptions

Electrical

2023-10-16

Infrared Inspection of Load Break Elbows

Electrical

2023-10-01

Autumn IR Inspections to Assess Roof Condition

Roofs

2023-09-25

Scheduling IR Equipment for Maintenance

Equipment

2023-09-18

Understanding Radiance

Theory

2023-09-11

Infrared Inspections of Conveyor Bearings

Mechanical

2023-08-28

Splash Protection for Your IR Imager

Equipment

2023-08-21

A Hidden Danger in Electrical Systems

Safety

2023-08-14

The Tortoise and the Hare

General

2023-08-07

IR Inspections of Smooth Surfaced Roofs

Roofs

2023-07-31

Setting Temperature Limits

Electrical

2023-07-24

The Problem with Solar Loading

Temperature Measurement

2023-07-17

Ladder Safety - Part 2

Safety

2023-07-10

Ladder Safety - Part 1

Safety

2023-07-03

Building Envelope Inspections – Which Way Do We Go?

Buildings

2023-06-26

Infrared Inspections of Arc Fault Circuit Interrupters

Electrical

2023-06-19

IR Inspections of Furnace Tubes

Mechanical

2023-06-12

IR Imaging for Checking Tank Levels

Structural

2023-06-05

Measuring and Compensating for Reflected Temperature – Part 2

Temperature Measurement

2023-05-29

Measuring and Compensating for Reflected Temperature – Part 1

Temperature Measurement

2023-05-22

Defining the Ideal IR Reporting Software

Reporting

2023-05-15

How to Calculate Emittance

Temperature Measurement

2023-05-08

Normal Hot Spots in Electrical Systems

Electrical

2023-05-01

Tornado Safety

Safety

2023-04-24

Infrared Prior to PM Shutdowns

General

2023-04-17

How to Use Spot Size Ratios

Equipment

2023-04-10

Infrared Inspections of UPS Systems

Electrical

2023-04-03

Renting a Thermal Imager

Equipment

2023-03-20

Combining IR & Ultrasound for Steam Trap Testing

Mechanical

2023-03-13

Imager Settings for MCC Inspections

General

2023-03-12

Infrared Inspections to Detect Latent Moisture

Buildings

2023-03-06

A Thermographer’s Magic Marker

Equipment

2023-02-27

What Do Thermometers Measure?

Electrical

2023-02-13

How Much Certification Do You Need

Training

2023-02-06

Gauging Solar Loading

General

2023-01-30

Accuracy and Sensitivity – Part 2

Equipment

2023-01-23

Accuracy and Sensitivity – Part 1

Equipment

2023-01-16

IR Inspection of Liquid-filled Transformers

Electrical

2023-01-09

IR Inspections of Parking Garage Ceilings

Buildings

2023-01-02

Cold Weather Clothing

Safety

2022-12-26

Training and Equipment: Which First?

Training

2022-11-28

Using a First Surface Mirror

General

2022-11-14

Begin With the End in Mind

Program

2022-11-07

Infrared Inspections of Spandrel Glass Panels

Buildings

2022-10-24

Alternatives to Thermal Images

Reports

2022-10-17

Infrared Equipment – New or Used?

Equipment

2022-10-10

Temperature Differentials for Infrared Building Inspections – Part 2

Buildings

2022-09-26

Temperature Differentials for Infrared Building Inspections – Part 1

Buildings

2022-09-19

Determining Maximum Operating Temperature for Motors

Mechanical

2022-09-12

Negative Findings Versus No Problems

Reports

2022-08-22

IR Inspections of Electrical Bus Ducts

Electrical

2022-08-15

Wind as an Error Source

Temperature Measurement

2022-08-01

Heat Stress and the Human Body

Safety

2022-07-25

IR Inspections of Insulated Windows

Buildings

2022-07-18

Lightning Safety

Safety

2022-07-04

Why GFCI Devices Appear Warm

Electrical

2022-06-27

Wide Angle Lenses

Equipment

2022-06-13

Infrared Inspections of Dry-type Transformers

Electrical

2022-05-30

Grilling Safety Tips

Safety

2022-05-23

Aerial Lift Safety

Safety

2022-05-16

The 3 Most Important Questions

General

2022-04-11

Modifying a Surface for Infrared Temperature Measurement

Temperature Measurement

2022-03-28

Preparing for IR Inspections of Electrical Systems

Electrical

2022-03-21

Do You Have the Correct Time?

Equipment

2022-03-14

Temperature Measurement and Building Envelope Inspections

Buildings

2022-02-28

IR Inspections of Single Phase Power Panels

Electrical

2022-02-21

Using a Blower Door During an IR Inspection

Buildings

2022-02-14

Preventing Falls in Icy Weather

Safety

2022-02-07

Frostbite & Hypothermia

Safety

2022-01-24

Careful Testimony at Your Fingertips

Legal

2022-01-17

Understanding Emissivity

Theory

2022-01-10

Easier Than A, B, C

Electrical

2022-01-03

Why Headers Appear Cool

Buildings

2021-12-06

Autumn Driving Tips

Safety

2021-11-15

Offering Infrared Inspection Services

General

2021-10-11

Why Do Transformers Hum?

Electrical

2021-09-20

Roof Inspections – Solar Reflectance versus IR Reflectance

Roofs

2021-08-09

Keeping Track of Your Lenses

Equipment

2021-07-26

It’s Not That Easy

General

2021-07-12

Detecting Electrical System Overloads

Electrical

2021-07-05

Setting Up Inspection Routes

Program Routes

2021-06-21

Temperature Rise as a Severity Indicator

Temperature Measurement

2021-06-14

Ladder Safety – Part 2

Safety

2021-05-24

Insuring Equipment In Transit

Business

2021-05-10

Thermal Imaging Basics

General

2021-05-03

Detecting Open Neutrals and Hot Ground Conductors

Electrical

2021-04-26

Equipment Maintenance – Neckstraps

Equipment

2021-04-19

Infrared Inspections of Roofs Containing Foam Insulation

Roofs

2021-04-12

Maintaining Situational Awareness

Safety

2021-03-29

Detecting Delamination of Stucco

Structural

2021-03-01

Measuring and Compensating for Reflected Temperature - Part 2

Temperature Measurement

2021-02-15

Frequency of Infrared Inspections of Electrical Equipment

Electrical

2021-01-18

Frequency of IR Roof Inspections

Roofs

2020-11-30

Why Building Corners Appear Cool

Buildings

2020-10-19

Why Imagers & Radiometers Disagree

Equipment

2020-09-28

IR Inspections of Smooth Surfaced Roof

Roofs

2020-08-03

Inspecting Service Entrance Cables

Electrical

2020-07-27

IR Inspections for Sewer Systems

Mechanical

2020-07-13

Preventing a Transformer Fireworks Display

Electrical

2020-07-06

Point Radiometers & Spot Measurement Size

Equipment

2020-06-29

Thermal Imagery to Detect Roof Fasteners

Roofs

2020-05-11

The Power of Inductive Heating

Electrical

2020-05-04

Imager Resolution & The Great Pixel Debate

Equipment

2020-04-20

What is Image Fusion?

Equipment

2020-04-13

Detecting Defective Lighting Ballasts

Electrical

2020-04-06

Ambient Temperature & Radiometer Accuracy

Temperature Measurement

2020-03-09

How Close Do You Need to Be?

General

2020-02-24

Pricing Infrared Inspection Services

Business

2020-02-17

How Dust Creates Full Size Thermal Imagery

Buildings

2020-01-06

Outsourcing IR Services

Program

2019-12-30

Files Worth Saving

General

2019-12-23

Intrinsically Safe Equipment

Safety

2019-12-09

Thermography as a Business Opportunity

Business

2019-09-16

Preventing Workplace Falls

General

2019-08-26

Cleaning IR Lenses

Equipment

2019-08-19

IR Inspections of Cool Roofs

Roofs

2019-08-12

Using Floor Plans to Identify Locations

Reports

2019-08-05

Defining Ambient Temp

Electrical

2019-07-22

Using an Isotherm Feature

Equipment

2019-07-14

Role of IR Inspections for Electrical Distribution Systems

Electrical

2019-07-08

Infrared Imaging and Spray Testing of Walls

Buildings

2019-07-01

Insect Safety Tip

Safety

2019-06-24

The Value of Level III Certification

Training

2019-06-17

Infrared Imaging and Mold Detection

Buildings

2019-05-27

Connecting the Dots

Roofs

2019-04-22

Infrared Inspection of Breaker Control Cabinets

Electrical

2019-03-18

First Impressions Count

Business

2019-02-25

From the Top Down

Electrical

2018-10-29

Infrared Inspection of Ballasted Roofing Systems

Roofs

2018-10-15

High E Targets for Measuring Component Temperatures

Electrical

2018-10-08

The Problem with Glass and Plastic

Electrical

2018-09-24

Using an Isotherm to Detect Potential Condensation Sites

Equipment

2018-09-10

Labor Day

General

2018-08-27

Rules of Construction: Special Conditions of the Subcontract

Legal

2018-08-06

Three Legs are Better Than None

Equipment

2018-07-30

Asphalt or Coal Tar – How to Tell the Difference

Equipment

2018-07-09

Thermal Imager Rental – A Smart Alternative

Equipment

2018-07-02

Inspecting Shaded Building Elevations

Buildings

2018-06-25

IR Image Capture & Tuning

Reports

2018-05-21

The Importance of Context

Legal

2018-04-23

The Weakest Link

Training

2018-04-16

Non Uniformity Correction

Equipment

2018-03-19

Preventing Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Safety

2018-02-05

Does Thermography Really Save Time and Money?

Program

2017-11-06

An Emittance Greater Than 1.0 ?

Theory

2017-10-23

Calculating the Value of an Electrical Hotspot

Electrical

2017-10-02

Blinded by the Light

Equipment

2017-08-21

Imager Operational Check Prior to Inspections

Equipment

2017-08-14

Warm Lighting Circuit Breakers

Electrical

2017-06-12

Protecting Yourself in the Sun – Part 2

Safety

2017-05-29

Protecting Yourself in the Sun – Part 1

Safety

2017-05-22

Using Voltage Drop Measurements

Electrical

2017-04-03

Notice of Copyright

Business

2017-03-13

Our Most Important Tip

General

2016-12-28

Video Output – A Useful Feature on Thermal Imagers

Equipment

2016-12-12

The Difference Between Mediation and Arbitration

Legal

2016-10-10

Ladder Safety – Part 1

Safety

2016-09-26

Laying the Foundation

Reports

2016-08-22

IR Inspections of Roofs with Insulating Decks

Roofs

2016-08-08

Contracts for Infrared Inspections

Business

2016-08-01

Transmissivity of Switchgear Windows

Electrical

2016-07-25

How to Core Sample a Roof

Roofs

2016-06-13

IR Inspections of CMU Walls

Structural

2016-05-02

Know Your Target

General

2016-04-04

Know Your Safety Requirements

Safety

2016-02-01

Visual Inspections & Thermography

General

2015-12-28

Infrared Roof Inspections From Indoors?

Roofs

2015-11-16

Pest Detection in Structures

Buildings

2015-11-02

Safety Standards for Thermography

Safety

2015-10-19

Potentially Lethal Hotspots

General

2015-08-24

Scaffold Safety – Part 2

Safety

2015-08-03

Scaffold Safety – Part 1

Safety

2015-07-27

How to Survive a Shrinking Maintenance Budget

Program

2015-07-20

The Importance of Imager Frame Rate

Equipment

2015-07-06

Infrared Inspection of Parallel Feed Conductors

General

2015-06-15

A Reminder to Cut the Roof

Roofs

2015-06-08

Four Steps to Solving Problems

Program

2015-05-18

RSS News Feeds - An Easy Way to Stay Current

General

2015-05-04

Air Travel with Your IR Imager – Part 2

General

2015-01-26

Protecting Yourself from Hydrogen Sulfide

Safety

2015-01-12

Storing & Transporting Your IR Equipment

Equipment

2015-01-05

Infrared Inspections of Process Equipment

Mechanical

2014-12-29

Why Your Business Needs a Website

Website

2014-12-01

Determining Neutral Plane Location

Buildings

2014-10-20

Preventing Lyme Disease

Safety

2014-09-01

Using and Caring for Lithium-ion Batteries

Equipment

2014-08-04

A Bird’s Eye View

General

2014-05-19

Safety – It Takes Two

Safety

2014-03-31

IR Thermography – A Game Changer for Home Inspections

Legal

2014-01-27

Air Travel With Your IR Imager

General

2014-01-20

Purchasing an Imager – Which Brand is Best?

Equipment

2013-12-16

Get Your Website Seen

Website

2013-09-16

Flame Resistant Clothing

Safety

2013-08-19

Insurance for Thermographers

Business

2013-07-29

Affiliate Marketing – How to Turn Your Website into a Profit Center

Business

2013-06-24

How to Deal With Emittance

Temperature Measurement

2013-04-08

Choosing and Maintaining Your Domain Name

Website

2013-03-04

IR Inspections and Mold Safety

Safety

2013-02-11

Spare Parts to the Rescue

Equipment

2013-01-28

SEO is DEAD..!!

Website

2012-09-24

Infrared Inspections of PLC Cabinets

Electrical

2012-09-03

Thermography and ASNT Certification

Training

2012-08-06

Netiquette and Your Online Image

Business

2012-04-30

Ensuring Payment for Your Services

Business

2012-04-09

Selecting and Using a Respirator

Safety

2012-04-02

IR Inspections of Emergency Power Systems

Electrical

2012-03-12

Compensating for Reflected Temperature

Temperature Measurement

2012-03-05

Infrared Inspections of Flat Roofs

Roofs

2012-02-20

Integration Clauses

Legal

2011-11-28

Compensating for Reflected Temperature in Hot Enviroments

Temperature Measurement

2011-10-31

Understanding Electrical Arc Flash

Safety

2011-07-18

Higher Resolution Imagers - What You Really Need to Know

Equipment

2011-06-27

NFPA 70E & Infrared Thermography

Safety

2011-06-06

Care and Feeding of Infrared Lenses and Other Optics

Equipment

2011-04-11

Combining IR Imaging and Ultrasound to Find Pipe Leak

Mechanical

2011-03-28

The One Hundred Dollar Nail

General

2011-01-24

RSS News Feeds – An Easy Way to Stay Current

General

2010-10-11

Thermography Standards – Recipes for Success

General

2010-08-10

Go Easy on the Stuffing

Website

2010-08-03

Why Your Website Should be on a Directory?

Website

2010-06-28

Death by Blog

Website

2010-05-31

The Importance of Fully Charged Batteries

Equipment

2009-11-16

2009 H1N1 and Seasonal Flu – What To Do If You Get Sick

Safety

2009-10-26

2009 H1N1 Flu & You

Safety

2009-10-19

Insurance Coverage – The Designated Premises Trap

Business

2008-12-08

Solving Li-Ion Battery Problems

Equipment

2008-11-17

Using IRINFO.ORG Resources to Make Your Job Easier

Internet

2008-10-27

IR Inspections to Help Trace HVAC Ductwork

Equipment

2008-10-14

FM Global Data Sheets – A New Powerful Tool for Thermographers

General

2008-10-06

IR Inspections to Diagnose HVAC Airflow

Buildings

2008-09-15

Heating Up a Surface Part 2: Non-Destructive Testing

General

2008-09-09

Heating Up a Surface Part 1: Testing Emissivity

General

2008-08-25

Protecting Against West Nile Virus

Safety

2008-05-26

Infrared Inspections of Control Panels Containing Exposed Contacts

Electrical

2008-04-30

Safe Air Travel with Batteries and Devices

Equipment

2008-03-31

Memory Cards and Thermal Imagers

Equipment

2008-03-25

Putting Your Electrical System Into Perspective

Electrical

2008-03-03

Inspecting Behind Dry Type Transformer Covers

Electrical

2007-08-28

IR Inspections and Using Google Earth

Reports

2007-07-23

Permit-Required Confined Spaces

Safety

2007-06-19

Care & Maintenance of Fire Resistant Clothing

Safety

2007-05-21

Using Apple Computers for Infrared Inspection Reports – Part I

Reports

2007-02-13

Power Inverters to the Rescue

Equipment

2007-01-23

Air Travel Security Tip

General

2006-11-27

Keeping Track of Imager Components

Equipment

2006-10-30

Verifying Equipment Calibration

Equipment

2006-09-25

Designing a Website - Why You Should Hire a Professional

Website

2006-09-11

Higher Resolution Imagers – What You Really Need to Know

General

2006-08-14

Using Thermal Imagery for Early Fire Detection

Electrical

2006-07-17

Understanding Website Terminology

Website

2006-07-10

The Impact of Adjusting Emissivity

Temperature Measurement

2006-06-12

A Bit Less Confusing

Equipment

2006-04-27

Contact Management Software

Software

2006-03-27

Electrical System Inspections – Beware of First Impressions

Electrical

2006-02-20

What’s in a File Name

Equipment

2006-01-30

IR Inspections of Uninsulated Roofs

Roofs

2006-01-16

Full Memory Causes Imager Upset

Equipment

2006-01-09

SIC and NAICS Codes for Thermography

General

2005-10-10

When, Why and How to Use Heat Transfer Analysis

General

2005-10-03

Incidental Finds

General

2005-06-27

Verify Proper Temperature Scale

Temperature Measurement

2005-06-20

Tool for Measuring Reflected Temperature

Temperature Measurement

2005-06-06

The Expert Witness & Thermography

Legal

2005-04-18

Beware of Message Boards

General

2005-03-28

Temperature Measurement & Low E Paints

Temperature Measurement

2005-03-07

IR for Refractory Inspections

Mechanical

2004-10-18

Arc Flash Protection How Much?

Safety

2004-09-20

IR Thermography Detects Heat Exchanger Blockage

Mechanical

2004-08-30

Training & Equipment: Which First?

Training

2004-07-12

IR is for Integrity & Responsibility

General

2004-07-06

The Importance of Follow-up Inspections

General

2004-06-21

NFPA 70E & Arc-Rated Face Shields

Safety

2004-06-14

NFPA 70E & Energized Electrical Work Permits

Safety

2004-06-07

Ways to Prevent Spam

General

2004-05-24

Infrared Windows for Electrical Switchgear

Electrical

2004-05-10

How FPA Imagers Differ

Equipment

2004-04-26

Remote Monitor for Any Imager

Equipment

2004-03-08

Tips for Battery Care

Equipment

2004-02-16

Truth, Thermography and the World Wide Web

General

2004-01-12

Detecting Loose Connections in Grounding Systems

Electrical

2004-01-05

Thermography and NFPA 70B 2002 Edition

General

2003-12-29

Fire Resistant Clothing

Safety

2003-10-06

Modifying a Surface for Temperature Measurement

Temperature Measurement

2003-09-29

IR Imaging for Check Tank Levels

Equipment

2003-08-18

Image Storage for Any Thermal Imager

Equipment

2003-08-04

Spring is the Time for IR Roof Inspection

Roofs

2003-06-09

Spots on the LCD Screen

Equipment

2003-03-17

When Will They Die

General

2003-03-10

Power Alternatives for Images

Equipment

2003-02-10

Pipe Leaks in Concrete

Mechanical

2003-01-27

Inspecting Retrofitted Roofs

Roofs

2002-12-23

Performance Standards

Program

2002-12-16

Infrared Inspections of Building Envelopes

Buildings

2002-12-02

Dry-type Transformers

Electrical

2002-11-04

Liquid filled Transformers

Electrical

2002-10-28

Record Electrical Loads

Electrical

2002-10-07

Combing IR & Ultrasound for Steam Trap Testing

Equipment

2002-09-16

Verifying Roof Data

Roofs

2002-09-07

Protecting Your Viewfinder

Equipment

2002-08-26

Conveyor Bearings

Mechanical

2002-08-19

Saving Thermal Images

Equipment

2002-08-12

Outdoor Substation Arrestors

Electrical

2002-08-05

Safety Standards

Safety

2002-07-08

Infrared Equipment Cost

Equipment

2002-06-04

Imager Settings for Roof Inspections

Roofs

2002-05-13

Infrared Equipment Calibration

Equipment

2002-04-22

Referencing Visual Images

Reports

2002-04-01

Flat Roofs

Roofs

2002-03-01

Steam Traps

Mechanical

2002-02-25

Electrical System Inspections

Electrical

2002-02-18

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