Increase Plant Up-Time with Viper Infrared Imaging and Inspection Services
Viper Imaging offers expert infrared inspection services designed to detect hidden issues in mechanical, electrical, and structural systems. Using advanced thermal imaging technology, we help industrial and commercial clients prevent costly repairs, minimize downtime, and improve energy efficiency. Our certified thermographers leverage decades of experience and high-performance infrared cameras to detect issues like electrical faults, insulation breakdowns, and thermal leaks—even in challenging environments.
These non-contact, non-destructive inspections are performed while systems are operational, making them ideal for preventive maintenance. We serve a wide range of industries, including manufacturing, oil & gas, power generation, and property management. Infrared thermography is also applicable for security monitoring and scientific research, offering real-time insights through high-resolution thermal imagery.
What to Expect from a Viper Inspection
Each inspection includes a full thermographic and visual equipment scan, followed by a detailed report outlining temperature anomalies and providing repair recommendations. Our infrared cameras detect minute temperature variations—down to 0.1°C—and operate effectively even in low-light conditions. We use both cooled and uncooled detector technologies tailored to each application.
The inspection process involves thorough planning, precise data capture, and expert analysis. We also offer follow-up inspections to ensure all issues are resolved and systems remain within safe operational parameters. From control panels and substations to rotating machinery and refractory systems, Viper Imaging delivers reliable thermal diagnostics that keep your plant running at peak performance.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Infrared inspection can be used on various industrial equipment, including electrical switchgear, motors, bearings, transformers, furnaces, boilers, and process piping. Any component that emits heat is a candidate for thermographic analysis. Infrared technology also plays a crucial role in night vision applications, allowing objects to be detected and interpreted in low-light conditions.
You should conduct infrared inspections at least annually as part of your preventive maintenance program. However, quarterly or monthly inspections may be more appropriate for critical systems or high-risk environments to ensure consistent reliability. Infrared thermography measures the infrared radiation emitted by an object’s surface, which depends on the object’s temperature, making it essential to perform these inspections regularly.
No. Infrared inspections are performed while your equipment runs, making them ideal for detecting faults under real-world operating conditions. You don’t need to shut down machinery, which isn’t enough to cause operational disruption.