Thermal Imaging Workshop Review

On Wednesday 13th June, the Wessex Section of the IMC conducted a technical seminar in Infra-red Temperature Measurement and Thermal Imaging.

This informative workshop is one of a series of evening events that are offered by the Wessex Section of the Institute of Measurement and Control.  The evening provided a relaxed setting for socialising, networking and discussions about the presentation.

Michael Miller conducted the seminar and has worked in instrumentation for over 30 years, having served his apprenticeship with the CEGB at Poole and Fawley power stations.  He has since worked in several different industries in varying capacities, from Technical Officer with the CEGB at their Research Labs in Marchwood to sales engineer with CRL.  He has also worked in the petrochemical industry in the Middle East.  Sixteen years ago he formed his own company, M Squared Instrumentation, providing instrument services and sales to all branches of industry, particularly pharmaceutical.

The talk consisted of:-

      1.  Theory and principles of infra-red non-contact temperature measurement

      2. Types of sensor and systems

      3. Hand-held devices

      4. Fixed and automation systems

      5. Best practise, applications, limitations and how to overcome potential problems

      6. Thermal imaging and line scanners - It has more potential than you might think.

The event was well attended, with over 15 people enjoying the talk and concluding buffet.  It was particularly interesting to try out various thermal imaging devices during the evening.  The IMC Wessex Section would like to thank Mike for his time in providing a thoroughly interesting and informative evening.

(Last updated  11 Sep 2007)