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News Release from: Flir Systems | Subject: ThermoVision A-series cameras
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 12 January 2006
Infrared cameras gain innovation award
The Frost and Sullivan 2005 Product Innovation Award in the field of machine vision inspection systems goes to FLIR Systems in recognition of the company's developments.
The Frost and Sullivan 2005 Product Innovation Award in the field of machine vision inspection systems goes to FLIR Systems (Danderyd, Sweden) in recognition of the company's development and enhancement of its 'A' Series range of thermal imaging and process monitoring cameras The award, based on extensive market research and a comprehensive set of criteria, is presented each year by the leading consultancy to a company that has demonstrated excellence in new products and technologies within its industry
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 6 Jun 2001 at 8.00am (UK)
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FLIR Systems ThermoVision A-series cameras are uncooled, compact, lightweight thermal imaging systems designed for a wide range of applications.
They monitor production processes on the manufacturing floor, provide safety inside or outside buildings and acquire research data in the lab.
A-Series cameras measure temperatures from -20 deg C up to +2000 deg C and detect temperature differences as small as 0.10 deg C.
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The cameras are available with analog or digital input and output and provide FireWire or Ethernet connectivity options.
Frost and Sullivan analysts have singled out the thermal cameras' radiometric features (their ability to indicate the temperature of objects) as 'a significant characteristic for certain industrial applications where a mere thermal image cannot be used to differentiate or detect malfunctions or defects', stating that 'this feature makes FLIR systems cameras more advanced than many other thermal cameras'.
The analyst team appreciated the A-Series' advanced and versatile alarm functionality, which can trigger various actions, as well as its Web-server feature enabling the cameras to perform as an automatic control and monitoring system.
"There is a lot of market potential for smart fix-mounted infrared cameras," says Guy Pas, FLIR Thermography Division vice president, Sales and Marketing Europe and Asia.
"We are happy that the A-series cameras are gaining acceptance in the market and proud that they have been noticed and awarded by Frost and Sullivan." * About Frost and Sullivan - founded in 1961, Frost and Sullivan is recognised as a global leader in growth consulting, market analysis and industry coverage.
Frost and Sullivan Awards are presented to companies that demonstrate best practices in their industry, commending the diligence, commitment, and innovative business strategies required to advance in the global marketplace.
Frost and Sullivan rigorously analyses specific criteria to determine award recipients in a broad spectrum of market industries and landscapes.
* About infrared thermography - thermal imaging, also called thermography, is the production of non-contact infrared or 'heat' pictures from which temperature measurements can be made.
By detecting anomalies often invisible to the naked eye, thermography allows corrective action before costly system failures occur.
Infrared cameras scan equipment and structures, then instantly convert the thermal images to pictures for monitoring and quantitative temperature analysis.
Thermal imaging increases efficiency and maximizes safety in many industries and environments and is rapidly expanding into new markets.
* About FLIR Systems - FLIR Systems is the world leader in the design and manufacturing of infrared thermography cameras.
It has over 40 years of experience and more than 40,000 infrared cameras currently in use worldwide for applications including predictive maintenance, research and development, non-destructive testing, process monitoring and automation, machine vision and many others.
FLIR Systems has four manufacturing plants located in the USA (Portland, Boston and Santa Barbara) and Stockholm, Sweden and operates direct sales offices in Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, the United Kingdom, China and Japan.
The company has over 1,300 dedicated infrared specialists, and serves international markets through a network of 60 regional offices providing sales and support functions. Request a free brochure from Flir Systems ...
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