QUESTION: Why should I have my electrical/mechanical and roof/wall systems inspected with Infrared Thermography?
SLEUTH: Infrared Thermography is the most effective proven predictive maintenance (PM) technology available to quickly, accurately and safely locate problems prior to failure.

QUESTION: What are the benefits of an IR inspection?
SLEUTH:

• Locate electrical and mechanical faults prior to component failure
• Reduce maintenance and repair costs
• Isolate select roof areas for remedial repairs versus a complete roof replacement
• Identify building energy loss problems
• Reduce production losses due to unplanned downtime
• Increase equipment life
• Reduce insurance premiums
• Avoid component failures, prevent accidents and save human life

QUESTION: What needs to be inspected?
SLEUTH: Control breakers, control equipment, transformers, battery banks, splices, motors, connectors, bushings, contacts, capacitors, bus ducts, cables, terminals, switches, insulators, power lines, substations, built-up roof systems, wall systems.

QUESTION: How often should I have my facilities inspected?
SLEUTH: As part of your Predictive Maintenance plan, an annual inspection is recommended.

QUESTION: What types of facilities and industries need infrared inspections the most?
SLEUTH: Any facility manager who wants to reduce costs due to failure or inefficiencies, and who is concerned with public/employee safety should include this highly cost-effective maintenance measure.

This includes office buildings, hotels, universities, government, healthcare facilities, manufacturing, public assembly, utilities, retail, industrial, warehouse, airports, stadiums, and many others.

QUESTION: Can you tell me how the inspection process works?
SLEUTH:

• Sleuth Building Diagnostics works with you to determine your equipment inventory, roof size and building size for each facility.
• Sleuth Building Diagnostics' certified technicians utilize infrared cameras to detect increased conductor resistance caused by failing components, corrosion or loose connections.
• Our state-of-the-art cameras produce a permanent record of your equipment in normal and thermal views.
• Your report includes photographic records in a detailed history describing the problems found and repair recommendations.
• Sleuth Building Diagnostics' ASNT and AIRT certified Level 2 Thermographers perform all surveys and provide recommendations for correction of problematic conditions.

QUESTION: How do I choose a qualified Infrared Thermography company?
SLEUTH:
Experience - Be sure to select a company that has Level One and Level Two Certified Technicians, and one that has experience. A seasoned technician can quickly and accurately interpret the findings and differentiate between a normal component and a real problem.

State-of-the-Art Equipment - The newest cameras produce high-resolution images that accurately pinpoint problems. They are also lightweight and mobile and enable the technicians to work through your facility with the least amount of disruption.

Customer Service - Look for a company that responds quickly, listens to your needs, provides accurate quality reporting, and is willing to partner with you in your Predictive Maintenance plans year after year.