http://www.irapps.com Uses of Infrared Thermal Imagers & Thermometers Sun, 08 Jan 2012 13:15:00 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 http://www.irapps.com/emissivity/cella-cast-ir-ratio-thermometer-measures-molten-metal-temperatures/ http://www.irapps.com/emissivity/cella-cast-ir-ratio-thermometer-measures-molten-metal-temperatures/#comments Wed, 04 Jan 2012 21:55:23 +0000 Ray http://www.irapps.com/?p=1078 Temperature is one of the most crucial process variables in foundry operations. Molten metal which is too hot will damage the sand cores. A temperature which is too low will lead to poor metal flow and may result in bubbles or cavities. The pour temperature also has an impact on the physical properties of the [...]]]> http://www.irapps.com/emissivity/cella-cast-ir-ratio-thermometer-measures-molten-metal-temperatures/feed/ 0 http://www.irapps.com/thermal-imaging/real-time-detection-of-carbon-monoxide-other-toxic-gases/ http://www.irapps.com/thermal-imaging/real-time-detection-of-carbon-monoxide-other-toxic-gases/#comments Tue, 20 Dec 2011 00:35:56 +0000 Ray http://www.irapps.com/?p=1075 Carbon monoxide (CO) detection & more with a revolutionary, new thermal imaging camera The new FLIR GF346 , a revolutionary thermal imaging camera, is capable of finding carbon monoxide and other toxic gases / vapours including acetonitrile, acetyl cyanide, arsine, bromine isocyanate, chlorine isocyanate, chlorodimethylsilane, cyanogen bromide, dichloromethylsilane, ethenone, ethyl thiocyanate, germane, hexyl isocyanide, ketene, [...]]]> http://www.irapps.com/thermal-imaging/real-time-detection-of-carbon-monoxide-other-toxic-gases/feed/ 0 http://www.irapps.com/thermo/monitoring-active-volcanoes/ http://www.irapps.com/thermo/monitoring-active-volcanoes/#comments Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:47:18 +0000 administrator http://www.irweb.info/?p=685 Italian Catania institute has set up permanent infrared camera monitoring at major volcanic sites in its region. If an infrared camera is the instrument to detect and measure hot spots, it must be the perfect tool to survey the biggest and most impressive hot spots on earth: volcanoes. Italy is home to at least two [...]]]> http://www.irapps.com/thermo/monitoring-active-volcanoes/feed/ 0 http://www.irapps.com/thermo/new-free-vendor-directory-for-ir-products-services/ http://www.irapps.com/thermo/new-free-vendor-directory-for-ir-products-services/#comments Fri, 28 Oct 2011 06:54:58 +0000 administrator http://www.irweb.info/?p=679 List your organization (organisation) here It is free for those who sell, service, or provide training or measurement services in the fields of  Infrared Thermography and /or Infrared Temperature Measurement. Our policy is really simple: We accept all valid entries and edit or reject those that appear poorly written or obviously the efforts of a [...]]]> http://www.irapps.com/thermo/new-free-vendor-directory-for-ir-products-services/feed/ 0 http://www.irapps.com/irt/a-type-s-radiation-thermometer-for-steel-mills/ http://www.irapps.com/irt/a-type-s-radiation-thermometer-for-steel-mills/#comments Thu, 27 Oct 2011 05:04:54 +0000 administrator http://www.irapps.com/?p=1046 A Type-S radiation thermometer for steel mills Proc. SPIE 5073, 85 (2003); doi:10.1117/12.498828 by: G. Raymond Peacock Temperatures.com, Inc. (USA) Conference Date: Tuesday 22 April 2003 Conference Location: Orlando, FL, USA Conference Title: Thermosense XXV Conference Chairs: K. Elliott Cramer, Xavier P. Maldague Abstract: The need for standardization in infrared radiation thermometry has never been [...]]]> http://www.irapps.com/irt/a-type-s-radiation-thermometer-for-steel-mills/feed/ 0 http://www.irapps.com/thermal-imaging/infraspection-institute-infrared-thermography-practice-standards/ http://www.irapps.com/thermal-imaging/infraspection-institute-infrared-thermography-practice-standards/#comments Wed, 26 Oct 2011 13:42:53 +0000 Ray http://www.irweb.info/?p=717 The Infraspection Institute provides training, certification, & support services for thermographers worldwide, in fact it was the first organization to do so in North America. Their original set of Guides for Thermographers were updated a few years ago, renamed standards and are expanded and reviewed regularly, especially as new applications emerge. They are one of [...]]]> http://www.irapps.com/thermal-imaging/infraspection-institute-infrared-thermography-practice-standards/feed/ 0 http://www.irapps.com/irt/spectral-irradiance-and-radiance-responsivity-calibrations-using-uniform-sources-sircus-facility-at-nist/ http://www.irapps.com/irt/spectral-irradiance-and-radiance-responsivity-calibrations-using-uniform-sources-sircus-facility-at-nist/#comments Sun, 23 Oct 2011 14:59:25 +0000 administrator http://www.irapps.com/?p=1040 Spectral Irradiance and Radiance Responsivity Calibrations Using Uniform Sources (SIRCUS) Facility at NIST, Proc. SPIE 5542, 363 (2004); doi:10.1117/12.559577 Conference Date: Wednesday 04 August 2004 Conference Location: Denver, CO, USA Conference Title: Earth Observing Systems IX Conference Chairs: William L. Barnes, James J. ButlerCiting Articles (8) By: Steven W. Brown, George P. Eppeldauer, Joseph P. [...]]]> http://www.irapps.com/irt/spectral-irradiance-and-radiance-responsivity-calibrations-using-uniform-sources-sircus-facility-at-nist/feed/ 0 http://www.irapps.com/emissivity/thermal-imagery-sheds-light-on-wolf-disease/ http://www.irapps.com/emissivity/thermal-imagery-sheds-light-on-wolf-disease/#comments Fri, 21 Oct 2011 16:42:03 +0000 administrator http://www.irapps.com/?p=980 USGS scientists are examining thermal imagery of wolves as one step in assessing impacts of Sarcoptic Mangeon the survival, reproduction and social behavior of this species in Yellowstone National Park. All research animals are handled by following the specific requirements of USGS Animal Care and Use policies. 2801_up_close Psychedelically colored wolves depicted by thermal imaging [...]]]> http://www.irapps.com/emissivity/thermal-imagery-sheds-light-on-wolf-disease/feed/ 0 http://www.irapps.com/irt/cryogenic-infrared-radiometer-for-transferal-of-nist-radiometric-standards/ http://www.irapps.com/irt/cryogenic-infrared-radiometer-for-transferal-of-nist-radiometric-standards/#comments Fri, 14 Oct 2011 08:13:08 +0000 administrator http://www.irapps.com/?p=1001 Cryogenic infrared radiometer for transferal of NIST radiometric standards Proc. SPIE 4450, 168 (2001); doi:10.1117/12.431249 Conference Date: Wednesday 01 August 2001 Conference Location: San Diego, CA, USA Conference Title: Harnessing Light: Optical Science and Metrology at NIST Conference Chairs: Carmina Londono Alerts Tools Share Abstract Blake G. Crowther Utah State Univ. and Optical Research Associates [...]]]> http://www.irapps.com/irt/cryogenic-infrared-radiometer-for-transferal-of-nist-radiometric-standards/feed/ 0 http://www.irapps.com/irt/infrared-sensors-measure-the-temperature-of-gas-cylinders-during-filling/ http://www.irapps.com/irt/infrared-sensors-measure-the-temperature-of-gas-cylinders-during-filling/#comments Thu, 13 Oct 2011 04:50:56 +0000 Editor http://www.irapps.com/?p=998 Calex pyrometers including PyroCouple model PC151MT-0 Leighton Buzzard, England — Calex pyrometers including PyroCouple model PC151MT-0 have been used for over 7 years by a major provider of packaged gas to measure the temperature of gas cylinders during filling. The temperature reading has several uses in quality control and also helps ensure safety. When a [...]]]> http://www.irapps.com/irt/infrared-sensors-measure-the-temperature-of-gas-cylinders-during-filling/feed/ 0 http://www.irapps.com/thermo/flir-application-stories-on-infrared-gas-imaging/ http://www.irapps.com/thermo/flir-application-stories-on-infrared-gas-imaging/#comments Thu, 22 Sep 2011 18:10:58 +0000 administrator http://www.irapps.com/?p=987 The FLIR organization has published app stories where one can read how their customers are using FLIR infrared cameras and thermal imaging solutions – Listed below are some of them. Visit the webpage www.flir.com/thermography/eurasia/en/content/?id=23996 to see more expanded descriptions and possibly some additional stories. New ones are added from time to time. App Story About: [...]]]> http://www.irapps.com/thermo/flir-application-stories-on-infrared-gas-imaging/feed/ 0 http://www.irapps.com/irt/nist-traceable-radiometric-calibration-transfer-standard/ http://www.irapps.com/irt/nist-traceable-radiometric-calibration-transfer-standard/#comments Mon, 12 Sep 2011 10:00:30 +0000 administrator http://www.irapps.com/?p=977 Cryogenic infrared radiometer for transferal of NIST radiometric standards Proc. SPIE 4450, 168 (2001); doi:10.1117/12.431249, by Blake G. Crowther Utah State Univ. and Optical Research Associates (USA) Deron K. Scott, Andrew L. Shumway, and Alan Thurgood Utah State Univ. (USA) Richard D. Williams Aerojet, A GenCorp Co. (USA) Conference Date: Wednesday 01 August 2001 Conference [...]]]> http://www.irapps.com/irt/nist-traceable-radiometric-calibration-transfer-standard/feed/ 0 http://www.irapps.com/irt/sakuma%e2%80%93hattori-equation/ http://www.irapps.com/irt/sakuma%e2%80%93hattori-equation/#comments Wed, 07 Sep 2011 16:25:33 +0000 administrator http://www.irapps.com/?p=964 From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sakuma%E2%80%93Hattori_equation). The text and links are exactly as written on the date given below (including misspellings). The only changes have been minor format changes to make the page more easy to read online. The Sakuma–Hattori equation is a mathematical model for predicting the amount of thermal radiation, radiometric flux or [...]]]> http://www.irapps.com/irt/sakuma%e2%80%93hattori-equation/feed/ 0 http://www.irapps.com/thermo/power-station-slag-monitoring-in-coal-fired-boiler/ http://www.irapps.com/thermo/power-station-slag-monitoring-in-coal-fired-boiler/#comments Fri, 02 Sep 2011 06:00:03 +0000 administrator http://www.irapps.com/?p=937 Lumasense’s BoilerSpection™ Results: More Efficiencies LumaSense Technologies, Inc. has introduced a unique thermal-imaging system that uses high-quality video and data analysis software to help coal-fired power plants run their boilers and produce power more efficiently. The LumaSense BoilerSpection™ is a heavy-duty, radiometric thermal imaging system that allows operators to see through combustion flames, providing clear [...]]]> http://www.irapps.com/thermo/power-station-slag-monitoring-in-coal-fired-boiler/feed/ 0 http://www.irapps.com/thermo/wi-130-thermography-basics/ http://www.irapps.com/thermo/wi-130-thermography-basics/#comments Sun, 28 Aug 2011 06:46:43 +0000 Ray http://www.irapps.com/?p=932 Online  — This interactive presentation provides an introduction to infra-red thermography and the associated background science . It explains, by way of 65 slides, many of the basic terms associated with the activity. Four main areas of industrial application are discussed, and practical examples from each of these areas are presented. This ninety-minute presentation is [...]]]> http://www.irapps.com/thermo/wi-130-thermography-basics/feed/ 0 http://www.irapps.com/irt/noncontact-temperature-measurements-in-steel-manufacturing/ http://www.irapps.com/irt/noncontact-temperature-measurements-in-steel-manufacturing/#comments Tue, 23 Aug 2011 08:29:17 +0000 Ray http://www.irapps.com/?p=928 Review of noncontact process temperature measurements in steel manufacturing Author: G. Raymond Peacock LTV Steel Co., Inc. (USA) Abstract Accurate and reliable temperature measurement is necessary for the efficient production of steel and steel mill products. Many steel processing operations such as continuous casting, hot rolling and continuous annealing require the use of non- contact [...]]]> http://www.irapps.com/irt/noncontact-temperature-measurements-in-steel-manufacturing/feed/ 0 http://www.irapps.com/emissivity/review-of-temperature-measurements-in-the-semiconductor-industry/ http://www.irapps.com/emissivity/review-of-temperature-measurements-in-the-semiconductor-industry/#comments Wed, 13 Jul 2011 10:20:41 +0000 Ray http://www.irapps.com/?p=917 Review of temperature measurements in the semiconductor industry By Richard L. Anderson,  SEMATECH (USA), Proc. SPIE 1392, 437 (1991); doi:10.1117/12.48937 Conference Date: Monday 01 October 1990 Conference Location: Santa Clara, CA, USA Conference Title: Advanced Techniques for Integrated Circuit Processing Conference Chairs: James A. Bondur, Terry R. Turner Abstract Thermally activated processes normally depend exponentially [...]]]> http://www.irapps.com/emissivity/review-of-temperature-measurements-in-the-semiconductor-industry/feed/ 0 http://www.irapps.com/standards/iso-infrared-thermography-thermometry-standards/ http://www.irapps.com/standards/iso-infrared-thermography-thermometry-standards/#comments Mon, 11 Jul 2011 19:57:21 +0000 administrator http://www.irweb.info/?p=719 Geneva Switzerland –  The ISO is a worldwide federation of national standards bodies organized to promote the development of standardization and related activities in the world. Below is a list of the key ones relating to Thermal Infrared Thermography and Thermal Infrared Radiation Thermometry (Pyrometry)  with summary descriptions and links to the ISO website where [...]]]> http://www.irapps.com/standards/iso-infrared-thermography-thermometry-standards/feed/ 0 http://www.irapps.com/irt/infrared-thermometry-tutorial/ http://www.irapps.com/irt/infrared-thermometry-tutorial/#comments Sun, 10 Jul 2011 06:00:51 +0000 administrator http://www.irweb.info/?p=808 For those who haven’t looked,, the ZyTemp organization’s web site has a very user-friendly, basic tutorial on Infrared and how Infrared Thermometer work without getting into mathematical details. The English is not perfect, but the ideas and concepts come across very well, in our opinion. We have edited it slightly below to make the language [...]]]> http://www.irapps.com/irt/infrared-thermometry-tutorial/feed/ 0 http://www.irapps.com/irt/review-of-noncontact-process-temperature-measurements-in-steel-manufacturing/ http://www.irapps.com/irt/review-of-noncontact-process-temperature-measurements-in-steel-manufacturing/#comments Fri, 08 Jul 2011 00:24:04 +0000 Editor http://www.irapps.com/?p=906 A paper from the proceeding of the SPIE ThermoSense XXI Conference, Tuesday 06 April 1999;  Orlando, FL, USA Chairs: Dennis H. LeMieux, John R. Snell, Jr.;  Author  G. Raymond Peacock , LTV Steel Co., Inc. (USA) ABSTRACT: Accurate and reliable temperature measurement is necessary for the efficient production of steel and steel mill products. Many [...]]]> http://www.irapps.com/irt/review-of-noncontact-process-temperature-measurements-in-steel-manufacturing/feed/ 0 http://www.irapps.com/thermal-imaging/a-powerful-case-for-infrared-windows/ http://www.irapps.com/thermal-imaging/a-powerful-case-for-infrared-windows/#comments Sun, 03 Jul 2011 06:02:39 +0000 Editor http://www.irapps.com/?p=899 ROI case study Seattle WA, USA — A regional power generation facility had been tasked by their insurance carrier to perform regular preventive switchgear maintenance. Regular downtime was not a practical option as the processes required for live inspections were tedious and demanded more manpower and resources than were available. The power company was also [...]]]> http://www.irapps.com/thermal-imaging/a-powerful-case-for-infrared-windows/feed/ 0