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How often should a manufacturing facility get a thermal imaging inspection?
Most facilities benefit from at least an annual inspection, with high-load or older equipment often scanned semi-annually or quarterly. We can help build a schedule around your existing preventive maintenance program.
Will this interrupt production?
No. Infrared thermography is performed on live, energized, operating equipment — there's no need to shut down a line for the scan.
What kind of failures does this actually catch?
Loose or corroded electrical connections, overloaded circuits, failing bearings and motors, and unbalanced electrical loads — all of which generate excess heat before they cause a full failure.
How is this different from a routine maintenance check?
Routine checks are typically visual or scheduled component replacement. Thermal imaging shows how equipment is performing under actual load in real time, catching problems that aren't visible until they've already failed.
Can this integrate with our existing predictive maintenance program?
Yes. Our reports are built to slot into existing PM schedules and CMMS systems, with clear risk ratings so findings can be prioritized alongside your other maintenance data.
Are your technicians qualified to work in industrial environments?
Yes. IRIS PDM technicians are certified thermographers and ESA-certified electrical contractors, with experience working safely in active industrial and manufacturing environments.
Do you serve facilities outside major cities?
Yes. IRIS PDM inspects manufacturing and industrial facilities across Ontario and Canada, with technicians available to travel to regional and remote sites.