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FLIR technology provides convenience for early detection of problematic or faulty electrical installations ...

Flir, the latest technology to detect installation problems/Photos: Safari TNOL

In plain, if it looks in good condition, then the electrical installation will be declared okay. Actually it could be wrong. Because, currently there are tools that can detect damage to electrical installations by utilizing infrared technology.

It's thermal imaging, by FLIR Systems. The device imported from Sweden is able to monitor and diagnose the condition of electrical system components, and is able to detect defects such as faulty connections, fuses, circuit breakers, cables and other electrical components.

Related to infrared technology, the device is also able to detect body heat so it never used to diagnose patients with SARS.

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The technology is exhibited in the Electric, Power & Renewable Energy Indonesia 2011 in Jakarta Kemayoran. Occupying booth A348, there are various types of Thermal Imaging on display, such as FLIR E40, FLIR E-Series, FLIR E50, FLIR FLIR E-Series and E60. The device looks like a handheld camera.

In Indonesia, the tool is distributed by PT Elektra Daya Integra (Elkadaya). In addition to thermal imaging, Elkadaya also distributes Airborne Camera System with Gyro stabilization platform solutions for Powerline inspection with Hot Spots and disposal of Corona; Commercial Vision Systems thermal imaging for transportation applications, including navigation and security software to manage and control security and surveillance applications.

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Ir Trisno Lilik, Director-Sales & Bussiness Development of PT Elektra Daya Integra explained, by using this tool, the problems experienced by various electrical installations will be detected quickly and accurately. With detection, the tool is also used for maintenance of electrical installations.

"The problem of the installation would be dangerous if ignored. At least with this tool electrical installation of the initial information is already known, "said Ir Trisno Lilik to TNOL.

In addition to avoiding danger, Trisno continued, early detection of electrical problems can also save costs and time for repairs can be done early before they become big problems.

The FLIR is a small and lightweight infrared camera designed for documentation of various kinds of electrical problems so it is ideal for maintenance. The FLIR technology is already implementing touch screen, wi-fi and higher resolutions.

PT. Elkadaya is a company specialized in electrical test equipment for predictive maintenance and protection systems. Founded in 2009, and since September 2009 Elkadaya appointed as Authorized Distributor in Indonesia for the infrared camera from FLIR Systems.

In addition, Elkadaya also appointed as a Distributor for Window vir H from SOREM - France, Airborne Camera System of Systems SWE - Sweden, as well as ARTECHE and SOFAMEL SA - Spain. (Sbh) (rs)