Temperature Measurement? It's Time to Go Infrared!

摘要

Next to time, temperature is one of the most measured entities in commerce and industry. Temperature tells us a great deal about the condition of equipment, the effectiveness of a process and its effect on product quality, the efficiency of environmental systems, and even personal safety. Measuring simply the surface temperature is often enough to indicate whether a problem is present. For example, unusual rises in surface heat, known as hot spots, are telltale signs that specified conditions are not as expected and corrective action Is necessary. Cold spots, or surface temperatures below expected levels, could be a sign of inconsistent heating or processing. Regular temperature measurement should therefore be at the top of your inspection list. Routine temperature spot checks let you know exactly where potential or existing problems are, and allow you to quickly make adjustments to improve operating economies, or to schedule repairs before the situation leads to shut-down or personal injury.