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| FLIR regularly publishes application stories where you can read how our customers are using FLIR infrared cameras and thermal imaging solutions. | ||||
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FLIR thermal imaging cameras and Aimetis Symphony™ analytics software for improved and cost saving perimeter protection
Solarpack is a multinational integrated management company focusing on electricity generation projects in the field of solar photovoltaic energy and is specialized in the development, financing, construction, operation and management of these projects. Controlling a large area where high valuable equipment is deployed all over the site, is not an easy task and it usually requires investing a great amount of money to keep the facility well protected.Read Application Story Download Application Story |
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French solar park protected with
110 FLIR thermal imaging cameras
Solar power is becoming increasingly popular and more and more solar power plants are installed every year, but solar panels are a costly and vulnerable commodity. Good security is therefore a must, but more often than not these parks are located in isolated areas, making perimeter protection a challenge. To protect their investment many solar park owners opt for a security system based on thermal imaging cameras.Read Application Story Download Application Story |
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Thermal imaging cameras protect electrical substation in Stavanger, Norway
In modern society life without electricity is unthinkable. If we are cut off from the grid for an extended period of time this could potentially cost more than just money. With hospitals and other emergency services depending on electricity an extended power failure might cost lives. That is why the Norwegian government and energy companies like Lyse Energy have started enhancing the security at critical points in the electricity network with thermal imaging cameras.Read Application Story Download Application Story |
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Solar farm surveillance enhanced with thermal imaging cameras
The number of solar parks in Europe is increasing as the demand for renewable energy is rising. Many of these solar parks are in remote locations, so protecting them properly can be a challenge. One of the security companies that have come up with an answer to this challenge is Reading, UK, based Westronics Fire & Security Ltd. To ensure good visibility of intruders in the surveillance system, even at night or in adverse weather conditions, Westronics includes thermal imaging cameras in its solar park protection systems.Read Application Story Download Application Story |
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FLIR thermal imaging cameras help secure the perimeter at BASF
In 1865, Friedrich Engelhorn founded the initially small scale chemical company ‘Badische Anilin- & Soda-Fabrik AG’. The company grew over the years into the world’s leading chemical company nowadays known under the name ‘the BASF Group’ with a portfolio ranging from oil and gas to chemicals, plastics, performance product and agricultural products.Read Application Story Download Application Story |
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Thermal imaging cameras: a cost effective solution for perimeter protection
Today, the challenge to CCTV professionals is to make sure that video footage is effective on a 24/7 basis, 365 days a year. Securing an area during the daytime is one thing. But what happens during the night? And in weather conditions like fog, rain and snow? What can be detected if CCTV cameras are blinded by the sun?Read Application Story Download Application Story |
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Thermal imaging, A technology ready to further conquer the world
We are living in a day and age where new technologies are brought to market faster than ever before. One technological breakthrough is often quickly leading to another. A new technology is often introduced even before people can familiarize themselves with the previous one. New products, based on these new technologies, are being launched continuously. Read Application Story Download Application Story |
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Emerging applications for miniature thermal imaging camerasThe use of thermal imaging technology and the public's awareness of its capabilities has increased dramatically in the last decade. Thermal imaging used to be a very expensive technology for military users only. Today, more and more people are discovering the technology and the benefits it has to offer. Thermal imaging cameras produce a clear image in the darkest of nights, in light fog and smoke and in the most diverse weather conditions.Read Application Story Download Application Story |
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FLIR thermal imaging cameras for 24/7 traffic monitoring and roadway surveillanceAs the amount of cars on our roads is perpetually increasing, the demand for accurate traffic monitoring and roadway surveillance systems is rising correspondingly. Such systems need to operate 24/7, without pause. CCTV cameras are often used for this purpose, but these cameras have severe limitations when it comes to nighttime operation. They are also subject to many limiting factors during the day. Read Application Story Download Application Story |
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FLIR thermal imaging cameras help secure Fossil Europe headquartersFLIR thermal imaging cameras have proved to be a premium security solution for companies throughout the world. One company that utilizes thermal imaging cameras from FLIR to secure its premises is the well known watchmaker Fossil.Read Application Story Download Application Story |
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Copenhagen Airport installs thermal imaging camerasWith the threat of intruders, or even worse, terrorist attacks, making sure that all passengers are safe within an airport is of the utmost importance to commercial airlines and airport authorities. But not only passengers, also personnel and valuable equipment need to be protected. FLIR Systems SR-100 thermal imaging cameras help to make Copenhagen Airport an even safer airport than before.Read Application Story Download Application Story |
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Development Bank of Southern Africa installs thermal imagingLocated in South Africa, between Johannesburg and Pretoria, security threats are real for the DBSA. The building contains a lot of valuable material and artwork that a lot of people would like to steal. In order to protect the building, the DBSA recently decided to expand its security network with 4 FLIR Systems SR-50 thermal imaging cameras.Read Application Story Download Application Story |
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Diamonds are a thief’s best friendA big sign, stating: “Diamond theft hurts us all – Don’t do it”, is one of the first things visitors see when they arrive at the small airport of Oranjemund, Namibia. Diamond theft is a big concern, for Oranjemund which is located within one of the richest diamond fields in the world. In order to prevent diamond theft, Namdeb has installed FLIR Systems thermal imaging cameras.Read Application Story Download Application Story |
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Thermal imaging cameras for home securityAll over the world the perimeters of industrial parks, airports and harbors are being protected with the help of thermal imaging cameras from FLIR Systems, but the security solution big companies choose to protect their assets can be used for home security as well.Read Application Story Download Application Story |
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FLIR thermal imaging cameras secure Industriepark HöchstGiven the importance and in some cases sensitivity of the chemical and pharmaceutical production facilities and related process industries located at Industriepark Höchst, security is a major priority.Read Application Story Download Application Story |
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Thermal imaging finds its way to The London EyeParis has the Eiffel Tower, New York the Empire State, Sydney its Opera House, Rome the Coliseum and London has the London Eye. An extraordinary symbol for an extraordinary city. The world's largest cantilevered observation wheel offers a spectacular way to take in over 55 of London's most famous landmarks in just 30 minutes!Read Application Story Download Application Story |
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Security at Munich AirportMunich Airport, officially named Franz Josef Strauss Airport, is located 28 km northeast of Munich, Germany. Munich Airport is the second busiest airport in Germany in terms of passenger traffic (34.5 million in 2008), after Frankfurt International Airport. It is the 7th largest in Europe and ranks number 28 on the list of busiest airports worldwide.Read Application Story Download Application Story |
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ORLEN refinery deploys FLIR Systems SR-100 thermal imaging camerasPolski Koncern Naftowy ORLEN, better known as PKN ORLEN is a Polish company. It is one of Central Europe’s largest refiners of crude oil. ORLEN specializes in processing crude oil into world-class unleaded petrol, diesel, heating oil, and aviation fuel as well as plastics and other petroleum related products.Read Application Story Download Application Story |
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Oubaai Golf Estate, in the heart of the famous South African Garden RouteRecently, The Oubaai Homeowners Association, as part of a five year integrated security plan, has installed 6 FLIR Systems thermal imaging cameras to form part of its active protection plan for its residents, members and guests.Read Application Story Download Application Story |
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Port of Calais installs thermal imaging security cameras
Detecting intrusions and complying with the International Ship and Port Facility Security regulations and ‘Le Touquet Treaty’.Read Application Story Download Application Story |
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Port Authority of Ravenna installs FLIR Systems HRC-S MS Multi-Sensor.Thermal imaging camera raises security level at the port of Ravenna. The port of Ravennais the most important centre for offshore activities in the Adriatic Sea. One third of the methane gas consumed in Italy is produced offshore from Ravenna. Read Application Story Download Application Story |
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Securing the G8The Group of Eight (G8) is an international forum for the governments of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Russia, the United Kingdom and the United States. The European Commission is also represented at all the meetings. Together, these countries represent more than half of the world economy. It is one of the most important forums for dealing with global issues.Read Application Story Download Application Story |
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Thermal imaging cameras: a new tool for securing marinasProviding secure facilities, and keeping marinas a safe environment, should be a basic responsibility of marina management. Protection can be achieved through a combination of security policies, controlled access, observation and user awareness.Read Application Story Download Application Story |
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FLIR Systems Thermal Imagers enhance security at Turin AirportSAGAT Turin airport in Italy recently decided to increase its security even further by installing FLIR Systems thermal imagers. The airfield lies next to a military facility and the problem had been to detect intrusion along the 9 km long perimeter fence in darkness, haze and fog.Read Application Story Download Application Story |
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