Infrared's Infraspection Inst. & IRInfo Article of Month: United Infrared--Going Green/Saving Green?

Feb. 3, 2014 - PRLog -- Abstract.  Change is good, sometimes we don't always see it for what it is worth but most times it can inspire amazing results. Think about cars today and how many miles per gallon (mpg) they can get compared to when we were kids. I remember when fuel was shy of $1 a gallon and you didn't worry about the 10 miles per gallon; however, with fuel prices now over four times that, we are putting great emphasis on how many mpg's we can get.

The problem with saving mpg's for most is the failure to consider the bigger picture. I look at homes this same way and believe simply changing a light bulb or even replacing your windows is not the fix. You can have the most efficient refrigerator in the world but if you leave the door open, you will not realize the benefit. Most people complain of the problem when they get their utility bill and think they are making a difference with their expensive fix to only find they have only made a cosmetic change in their life... i.e. "look at my new windows"!

Energy Audits have become more and more popular since the 1970's. They, of course, found their peaks during an energy crisis; however, my question is: Is the energy audit fully addressing the real problem? Are people realizing the intended benefit? It is my hope with this paper to bring focus to the simple science of how heat moves in a building and how utilization of an infrared camera especially with a blower door can drastically improve how many real mpg's your building can get.

This paper will focus on the role of thermal imaging in building energy audits. The entire article can be read on the irinfo website:   http://www.irinfo.org/Articles/02-01-2014-hopkins.pdf

United Infrared, Inc., which normally provides hands-on training for professional thermographers, and doing so at various locations around the U.S., in classroom settings, sees their emerging presence in the press as a confidence booster for those who professionally scan buildings and animals for (infrared) thermal images.

United Infrared can be reached at: 888-722-6447; Call it or click it, at http://www.UnitedInfrared.com . It boasts the largest membership organization in the world of certified and properly-trained thermographers.

Utilizing this technique and technology to promote its classes, United Infrared also has promoted its Conference, said to be the premiere international event in the world of thermography, the Thermal Imaging Conference 2014, held in Las Vegas, NV, June 2-5. Last minute signups and even walk-in registration is possible for those interested.(More info is available at http://www.ThermalImagingConference.com . However, with all of the early interest, advance registration is highly encouraged.

United Infrared also uses videos extensively to publicize its network of thermographers, and the training courses available to infrared practitioners worldwide. "People like to watch videos--especially when you can get detailed help from them on how to do certain things, whether it be imaging for a house or a horse", says Gary Micheloni, company director of marketing."Who wouldn't prefer watching a short video to reading a long, boring technical owner's manual?"

Serving most major cities in North America, its thermal imagers provide thermal imaging scans for roofs, block walls, electric panels & gear, data centers, moisture intrusion into buildings, energy efficiency.

A separate group of thermographers provides technical assistance to the veterinarians and horses of the equine world, at http://www.equineir.com.

This past year, the company entered into agreements with roofing manufacturers and contractors to perform infrared roof imaging, either on-roof or from aerial platforms. "We are committed to providing various manufacturers' factory-certified contractors with access to accurate, standardized and timely infrared roof moisture surveys”, says Ben Hixson, Technical Director of RoofScanIR™. “Our team is looking forward to working with roofing consultants, contractors and manufacturers across North America” states Gregory Stockton, President of UIS.

For even more videos providing information and education on infrared thermal imaging, go to: https://www.YouTube.com/user/UnitedInfrared .

United Infrared Services Inc., a nationwide provider of thermal imaging services, is well-known for its professional infrared thermographic services and has the largest network of certified infrared thermographers in the world. RoofScanIR™ is a service provided by UIS that uses thermographers, highly trained in infrared roof scanning, to detect and document moisture in roofing systems.

Pulling out all the stops for its Conference, United Infrared is excited that German thermographers Michael Vollmer and Klaus-Peter Moellmann are scheduled to present at its Thermal Imaging Conference. Their presentation is very lively and a lot of fun, and has been likened to a 'magic show', even though it explains a complex subject like physics. A YouTube video highlighting the conference can be seen at: http://youtu.be/Q0MSZVv7lSs