Thermal Imaging – Switchboard Scanning
What is Thermal Imaging
Thermal imaging or thermal scanning is a useful diagnostic tool which can highlight potential problems with a switchboard by taking a thermal picture of the components within.
This picture shows a heat map and of the switchboard and can highlight problems such as:
- Loose connections/hot joints
- Imbalanced loads
- Overloaded circuits
- Faulty components.
What are the benefits of thermal imaging?
Thermal imaging highlights things which cannot be seen by the naked eye.
It is carried out without any disruption to your business as nothing needs to be disconnected or switched off, It is done while your switchboards are operating at their normal capacity.
It can highlight the problems before they become a major issue such as power outages or fire.
How often does it need to be done?
If no problems are found then you should have a thermal scan every 12 months.
If issues are found and subsequently repaired then a thermal scan after repair is recommended.
How will I know if there are any problems?
You will receive a detailed report for each switchboard or part thereof showing a thermal picture and a digital picture, other information such as the location, ambient temp, load current of each phase is also included. Any thermal exceptions (anomalies) will be listed and corrective actions or further investigations recommended.
Who carries out the testing?
All thermal imaging is carried out by a level 1 qualified thermographer with the infraspection institute which over 30 years’ experience in the electrical industry. A FLIR thermal camera is used.
Contact Maitland Tag Team to find out more or request a quote.