FLIR - Maintec 2014 preview information
02/12/2013 FLIR Systems UK (*Teledyne FLIR)
FLIR Systems is marking its return to Maintec with an impressive display of new technology. The company is by far the market leader, a position that is underpinned by its continued and high commitment to research and development. In the last year alone, the company applied for 60 patents and many of these innovations are featured in the two new series of thermal imaging cameras that will be introduced at the show.Ease of use and intuitive operation are the overarching attributes of both the new FLIR Ex and Exx Series thermal imaging cameras. The FLIR Ex Series provides a highly cost efficient gateway to thermal imaging. These are entry-level models that pack a powerful punch with features that were initially only available in higher end models.
The most of important of these is FLIR Systems' patented MSX technology that provides exceptional quality in real time. It adds definition to the image, making troubleshooting quicker and easier.
A built-in visual camera is also included and all but one of the models in the series also includes the fusion function, picture-in-picture. And naturally the FLIR Ex Series with a fixed, focus free lens, is exceptionally easy to use. Just point, shoot and all the required temperature data, up to +250-—¦C, is automatically embedded.
For those who want a more advanced camera that is thermally tuneable and has manual lens focus, FLIR Systems has introduced a new generation of its FLIR Exx Series. Three models provide resolutions up to 320 x 240 pixels and naturally they all come complete with MSX technology.
Other important features are the new intuitive keypad, touch screen and menu. The camera allows thermal, visual, MSX and picture-in-picture images to be saved with a single click. All thermal data is automatically embedded and the image can also be edited in the camera. Auto orientation is another useful feature introduced with this range.
FLIR Tools software is available as a free download for all FLIR Ex and Exx Series users but for those needing greater analysis capability FLIR Tools+ is a new option. This multi-platform software has been developed in line with the new GUI and supports unique features such as FLIR Panorama intelligent image stitching.
FLIR Systems now has the broadest range of camera models, accessories and software available to suit every budget and predictive maintenance application. Indeed every level of camera will be represented on the FLIR Systems stand at Maintec 2014. And supporting them is FLIR Systems' industry leading warranty provision - two years on the camera, five years on the battery and ten years on the detector.
While FLIR Systems will demonstrate the very latest in smart thermal imaging at the show, it will also emphasise the importance of training. Good thermography is only possible with a sound understanding of the science behind it so representatives from FLIR Systems' training arm, ITC, will also be at Maintec to advise on the wide choice of courses available.
For more information, please contact:
FLIR Systems Ltd
2 Kings Hill Avenue
Kings Hill
West Malling
Kent
ME19 4AQ
Tel: +44(0)1732 220011
Fax: +44(0)1732 843707
Email: sales@flir.uk.com
Web: www.flir.com
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