Gas Leak Footage with the FLIR GF320 Thermal Camera

Interpreting gas leak footage requires skill

The clarity of the GF320's thermal video is due to FLIR's integrated and patented image analysis software. However, it does take some interpretive skill to analyze black and white JPEG images of escaping gas, which is why van Lessen found the user training by the specialist company ITEMA GmbH particularly helpful. He received precise instructions from qualified personnel on how to handle and operate the camera.

"Some experience in image interpretation is necessary to perform reliable leakage localization and assessment," said Ibeling van Lessen, one of IBS GmbH's managing directors.

FLIR Tools software also comes in quite handy when producing inspection reports. The software allows for sophisticated documentation and is easy to learn in a short period of time. Found leaks can be marked directly in the image and also recorded as a video sequence inside the program. Based on detailed reports, damaged areas can be subsequently repaired by the customer, and then tested again to confirm the leak is fixed.

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