Flir Systems Australia's infared technology for redevelopment planning
Redevelopment Planning and Quality Assurance
Infrared technology is used during redevelopment planning. But also in quality
assurance and the inspection of new buildings. During construction-drying thermal
images make it possible to determine the progress of the drying procedures so that
the necessary measures can be taken to speed up the drying process.
If this process can be accelerated and it can be proven, with the help of an infrared
image, that the construction is totally dry, the building can be surrendered faster
to the client. This often means a bonus for the building contractor.
Detection of Air Leaks
A further common use is the detection of air leaks through the identification of
the air change rate with the help of the so called “blower-door” process. During
this process an underpressure is created in the building. Since the air pressure
outside the building is higher than the pressure inside the building, the air will
try to enter through unsealed areas.
The airflow can easily be visualized with an infrared camera. Once identified,
untight areas can be easily recognized and fixed before coverings and fittings make
eliminating this potential construction fault expensive and cumbersome.
Finding Leaks in Flat Roofs
Evaluation of built-up roofing systems for water leakage is also a common application.
Water retains the heat longer than the rest of the roofing material and can be easily
detected with a thermal imaging system at night after the rest of the roof has cooled
down. Tremendous savings result when wet areas of a roof can be repaired rather than
replacing the entire roof.
Building Renovations
Infrared thermography also provides valuable information during the renovation of
buildings and monuments. Framework constructions hidden by mineral plaster become
clearly visible in the infrared image. It can then be decided whether exposure of
these structures is useful. The detachment of plaster from walls can also be located
in a very early stage so that preservation measures can be taken.
For further information contact:
Flir Systems Australia
phone: +61 2 9416 0654
fax: +61 2 9416 2583
web: www.flir.com.au
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