Overview

Maintenance and inspections are essential practices in various industries and contexts to ensure the safety, reliability, and longevity of equipment, infrastructure, and systems. Maintenance refers to the systematic and proactive process of preserving and prolonging the operational life of equipment, machinery, facilities, or any other assets. It involves a series of planned activities aimed at preventing breakdowns, minimizing wear and tear, and addressing issues before they become major problems. Inspections involve a systematic examination or review of equipment, structures, processes, or systems to assess their condition, performance, and compliance with regulations or standards. Inspections are typically conducted at regular intervals or as needed to identify defects, deficiencies, or potential safety hazards. Depending on specific features and functions, GAO Tek’s infrared thermometers & cameras are sometimes referred to as IR Thermometers, Non-contact Thermometers, Temperature Guns, Infrared Temp Sensors, Thermal Cameras, IR Imaging Devices, Thermographic Cameras, Heat Vision Cameras

GAO Tek’s infrared thermometers & cameras have the following applications in maintenance and inspections:

  • Electrical Systems Inspection: Infrared thermometers can be used to check for overheating electrical components, such as circuit breakers, fuses, and electrical connections. Hotspots can indicate potential issues like loose connections or overloads.
  • HVAC Systems: HVAC technicians use infrared thermometers to assess the performance of heating and cooling systems, identifying blockages, leaks, or malfunctioning components based on temperature differences.
  • Industrial Machinery: Maintenance personnel can monitor the temperature of bearings, motors, and moving parts with infrared thermometers to detect early signs of equipment failure or lubrication issues.
  • Food Safety: In the food industry, infrared thermometers help ensure food safety by quickly measuring the temperature of items like refrigerated or cooked foods, ensuring they are stored or prepared at the correct temperatures to prevent spoilage or contamination.
  • Automotive Inspections: Mechanics use infrared thermometers to diagnose issues in car engines, such as identifying exhaust leaks, cooling system problems, or worn-out brake components by measuring temperature variations.
  • Building Inspections: Building inspectors and contractors use infrared cameras to identify heat loss, moisture infiltration, and insulation issues in structures, helping improve energy efficiency and prevent water damage.
  • Roofing Inspections: Infrared cameras can pinpoint roof leaks by detecting temperature differences caused by trapped moisture, allowing timely repairs before extensive damage occurs.
  • Electrical Panels: Infrared cameras are used to inspect electrical panels and distribution boards to identify overheating circuits or connections, reducing the risk of electrical fires.
  • Mechanical Systems: In manufacturing and industrial settings, infrared cameras help monitor the condition of rotating equipment, boilers, and other machinery by detecting abnormal heat patterns indicative of mechanical problems or wear.
  • Predictive Maintenance: Infrared cameras are integral to predictive maintenance programs, where they continuously monitor equipment for abnormal temperature changes, allowing maintenance teams to schedule repairs before failures occur.
  • Firefighting and Search and Rescue: Firefighters and search and rescue teams use thermal imaging cameras to locate people in smoke-filled or dark environments by detecting their body heat.
  • Medical Applications: Infrared cameras are used in medical thermography to detect abnormalities in human and animal tissues based on temperature variations, aiding in the diagnosis of conditions like breast cancer or vascular disorders.

More information on infrared thermometers & cameras and their applications in other industries can be found on this page.

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Complying With Maintenance And Inspections Industry Standards

GAO Tek’s infrared thermometers & cameras comply or help our customers comply with the maintenance and inspections industry standards such as

  • ISO 6781
  • ASTM E1934
  • NFPA 70B
  • ISO 18434
  • ASNT SNT-TC-1A
  • ASME B31.1
  • ASME B31.3
  • ISO 18436
  • IEEE 493
  • IR/INFO

Complying With Government Regulations

GAO Tek’s infrared thermometers & cameras comply or help our customers comply with the U.S. government regulations such as

  • National Electrical Code (NEC)
  • National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards, including NFPA 70B and NFPA 70E
  • American National Standards Institute (ANSI) standards
  • Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) guidelines for aviation maintenance
  • Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations for emissions monitoring
  • S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) guidelines for medical thermography
  • Department of Defense (DoD) standards for military equipment maintenance
  • Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) standards for disaster response and search and rescue
  • Department of Transportation (DOT) guidelines for transportation infrastructure inspections
  • Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations

GAO Tek’s infrared thermometers & cameras comply or help our clients comply with the Canadian regulations such as

  • Canadian Occupational Safety and Health (OHS) Regulations
  • Canadian Electrical Code (CEC)
  • Standards Council of Canada (SCC) standards
  • Transport Canada regulations for aviation maintenance
  • Health Canada guidelines for medical thermography
  • Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) regulations for food safety inspections
  • Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) guidelines for energy efficiency assessments
  • Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) regulations for nuclear facility inspections
  • Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) guidelines for marine equipment inspections
  • Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency (CEAA) guidelines for environmental inspections

GAO Tek’s infrared thermometers & cameras comply or help our clients comply with the Mexican regulations such as

  • NOM-001-SEDE-2012
  • NOM-030-STPS-2009
  • NOM-017-STPS-2008
  • NOM-025-STPS-2008
  • NOM-026-STPS-2008
  • NOM-035-STPS-2018
  • NOM-027-STPS-2008
  • NOM-002-SECRE-2010
  • NOM-025-ENER-2013
  • NOM-029-STPS-2011

GAO Tek’s infrared thermometers & cameras comply or help our clients comply with the European regulations such as

  • EN 60947 Electrical equipment standards
  • EN 60204-1 Safety of machinery – Electrical equipment of machines
  • EN ISO 6781:2017 Non-destructive testing — Infrared thermography — Vocabulary
  • EN 50191 Operation of electrical installations
  • EN 60034-17 Electrical rotating machines – Thermal protection
  • EN 60034-18 Electrical rotating machines – Functional evaluation of insulation systems
  • EN 60519-1 Safety in electroheat installations
  • EN 60204-1 Safety of machinery – Electrical equipment of machines
  • EN 60068 Environmental testing standards
  • EN ISO 9712 Non-destructive testing — Qualification and certification of personnel

Case Studies of Infrared Thermometers & Cameras in Maintenance And Inspections Industry

Infrared thermometers & cameras are sometimes called as

IR Thermometers, Non-contact Thermometers, Temperature Guns, Infrared Temp Sensors, Thermal Cameras, IR Imaging Devices, Thermographic Cameras, Heat Vision Cameras

Here are some practical examples of using infrared thermometers & cameras in maintenance and inspections:

Infrared thermography is widely used to inspect electrical components in substations to identify hotspots, loose connections, and other issues that may lead to equipment failure. A case study could focus on how this technology helped prevent downtime and improve safety in a specific substation in the Northeast.

Infrared cameras are used to identify energy inefficiencies in commercial and residential buildings. A case study might showcase how an infrared inspection led to significant energy savings in a Northeastern office building.

Infrared cameras are used for predictive maintenance in manufacturing plants to detect overheating bearings, motors, and other equipment. A case study could highlight how this technology improved maintenance efficiency and reduced downtime in a factory in the Northeast.

Infrared cameras can detect moisture and leaks in flat roofs. A case study could focus on how infrared inspections helped prolong the life of a roofing system in a Northeastern hospital or commercial building.

Infrared thermography is used to monitor the temperature of server racks and detect hotspots. A case study might describe how an infrared camera prevented a potential fire hazard in a data center in the Northeast.

Infrared technology can be used to inspect steam and process piping for leaks and insulation issues. A case study could showcase how this technology improved the reliability of a Northeastern industrial facility’s steam system.

Infrared cameras are used to identify inefficiencies in HVAC systems. A case study could highlight how an infrared inspection reduced energy costs and improved comfort in a Northeastern school or office building.

Infrared cameras can detect defects or malfunctions in solar panels. A case study might focus on how this technology ensured the optimal performance of a solar installation in the Northeast.

Infrared thermography is used for the inspection of pipelines and equipment in the oil and gas industry. A case study could describe how this technology prevented leaks and accidents in a Northeastern oil refinery.

Infrared cameras can detect temperature variations in food processing equipment. A case study could discuss how this technology improved food safety and quality control in a Northeastern food processing facility.

GAO RFID Inc. RFID hardware, a sister company of GAO Tek Inc., is ranked as a top 10 RFID supplier in the world. Its RFID, BLE, and IoT products have also been widely used in maintenance and inspections.

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Use of Infrared Thermometers & Cameras With Leading Software And Cloud Services in Maintenance And Inspections Industry

GAO Tek has used or has facilitated its customers to use GAO’s infrared thermometers & cameras with some of the leading software and cloud services in their applications. Examples of such leading software and cloud services include

  • FLIR Tools
  • Testo Thermography
  • Fluke SmartView
  • Inframet Pro
  • Hikvision Thermal App
  • Seek Thermal
  • SATIR Report Software
  • Therm-App Mobile App
  • Keysight Smart Bench Essential Software
  • Teledyne FLIR Thermal Studio
  • Testo Thermography App
  • Raytek DataTemp Multidrop Software
  • Optris PIX Connect
  • DIAS Infrared Report Generator
  • FLIR ResearchIR
  • MATLAB Image Processing Toolbox
  • FLIR Thermal Studio Pro
  • FLIR Thermal Studio Suite
  • FLIR Advanced Analysis
  • Agilent/Keysight ENVI Software
  • InfraTec IRBIS 3 Analysis Software
  • Testo IRSoft
  • Teledyne FLIR Research Studio
  • Hikvision iVMS-4200 Thermal Analysis
  • FLIR Atlas
  • Testo Cloud
  • FLIR Route Creator
  • SATIR Cloud Services
  • FLIR Thermal Studio Cloud
  • Seek Thermal Cloud
  • Raytek DataTemp Connect Cloud
  • DIAS Infrared Cloud Services
  • FLIR Atlas SDK Cloud Services
  • Agilent/Keysight ENVI Analytics Cloud
  • InfraTec IRBIS 3 Cloud Analysis
  • Hikvision Thermal Analysis Cloud
  • Testo IRSoft Cloud
  • Teledyne FLIR Research Studio Cloud

GAO Tek’s infrared thermometers & cameras and their applications in other industries are listed on this page.

Environmental Infrared Thermometers & Cameras

Other related products can be found at this category page

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Meeting Customers’ Demands

Large Choice of Products

In order to satisfy the diversified needs of their corporate customers, GAO Tek Inc. and its sister company GAO RFID Inc. together offer a wide choice of testing and measurement devices, network products, RFID, BLE, IoT, and drones.

Fast Delivery

To shorten the delivery to our customers, GAO has maintained a large stock of its products and is able to ship overnight within the continental U.S. and Canada, and fast delivery to Mexico and Europe from the nearest warehouse.

Local to Our Customers

We are located in both the U.S. and Canada. We travel to customers’ premises if necessary. Hence, we provide a very strong local support to our customers in North America, particularly the U.S., Canada and Mexico and Europe. Furthermore, we have built partnerships with some integrators, consulting firms and other service providers in different cities to further strengthen our services. Here are some of the service providers in maintenance and inspections we have worked with to serve our joint customers:

  • IBM
  • Accenture
  • Deloitte
  • Capgemini
  • Cognizant
  • Wipro
  • DXC Technology
  • Infosys
  • Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
  • HCL Technologies
  • WSP
  • Jacobs
  • Black & Veatch
  • Leidos
  • AECOM
  • Compugen Inc.
  • Sierra Systems (a NTT DATA Company)
  • OnX Enterprise Solutions (a CBTS Company)
  • Hitachi Solutions Canada
  • Softchoice
  • Long View Systems
  • ProServeIT Corporation
  • Scalar Decisions Inc.
  • Scalar Decisions Inc.
  • Dapasoft Inc.

GAO Has Many Customers in Maintenance And Inspections

The products from both GAO Tek Inc. and GAO RFID Inc. have been widely used in maintenance and inspections by many customers, including some leading companies. Here is more information on applications of GAO RFID Inc.’s products in maintenance and inspections.

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RFID Systems By Industry

Here are some of GAO’s customers in maintenance and inspections:

  • National Grid
  • Exelon Corporation
  • Consolidated Edison (Con Edison)
  • PSEG (Public Service Enterprise Group)
  • Eversource Energy
  • New York Power Authority (NYPA)
  • Duke Energy
  • Dominion Energy
  • NextEra Energy
  • Veolia North America
  • Siemens Energy
  • General Electric (GE)
  • AECOM
  • Jacobs
  • Suez North America
  • Tetra Tech
  • Mistras Group
  • Applus+
  • BP Mechanical Corporation
  • Team Industrial Services
  • SNC-Lavalin Group Inc.
  • Aecon Group Inc.
  • Black & McDonald Limited
  • WSP Canada Inc.
  • Stantec Inc.
  • AECOM Canada Ltd.
  • Tetra Tech Canada Inc.
  • Wood Canada Limited
  • SGS Canada Inc.
  • Applus+ Canada
  • Jacobs Canada Inc.
  • Mistras Group Canada
  • Acuren Group Inc.
  • CIMA+
  • MMM Group Limited (WSP Canada)
  • Wajax
  • NorLand Limited
  • Englobe Corp.
  • VTEK Consultants Inc.
  • NDT Group Inc.

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