Thermography-based OEM Solutions for Industrial Use
Due to their modular basic concept, InfraTec thermography systems can be configured with such flexibility that they can be efficiently integrated into your process solution or product as an OEM solution. You too can integrate InfraTec thermal imaging cameras and gain a competitive edge through precise temperature measurement, even in a machine vision environment. Besides standard off-the-shelf products, we offer tailored versions of our products or even fully custom product designs. Our long-term planning also takes changing conditions and future developments into account.
Integrators Benefit from Numerous Advantages
Application-specific customizability of the systems due to their high modularity and professional engineering processes at InfraTec
Extensive expertise gained from more than 35 years of experience in the application of thermography systems for demanding, customer-specific measurement and inspection tasks
Flexible industrial, interfaces for automation and image processing PCs, compatible with industrial standards such as 10 GigE, GenICam, GigE Vision, and Camera Link
Easy plug-and-play integration of thermographic cameras via GenICam- and GigE Vision-compliant interfaces
ITAR-free products
Engineering resources for fast and seamless on-site integration including a powerful SDK (Software Development Kit)
Full service for the OEM solution including regular or pre-emptive maintenance and service programs, spare parts, accessories, and consumables
Trial equipment loans and volume discounting on initial development hardware for lowering project costs
Long-term availability of systems ensures sustainable investment protection
InfraTec as a reliable European partner for development, supply, and service
Thermography Integration: From Your Idea to the Finished Solution
Do you want to integrate thermography systems into an existing environment or product? Together, we will find the optimal solution that will consistently enhance your customers’ satisfaction.
InfraTec’s proven OEM process starts with a detailed analysis of the current situation, supplemented by a feasibility study if necessary. You will then receive suggestions for suitable thermography solutions and recommendations on how they can be adapted for smooth integration into your environment or product. We also develop a customer-specific OEM variant on request.
Once you have decided on an option, we will draw up a functional specification detailing the performance of the thermography system, along with a detailed time and cost plan and precisely defined milestones for the rapid implementation of your project. This allows you to concentrate on your development tasks and on the marketing of your product.
We continuously validate the performance of our solution through extensive tests, the results of which are incorporated into the optimization of the system. Where necessary, we provide prototypes and develop a pilot series for your own tests.
Once you are satisfied with the results, you can give your approval and your customers will benefit directly through your more powerful product or indirectly through improved product quality thanks to thermography. Of course, our 24/7 service will continue to provide you with reliable support in the future.
Advantages of Working with InfraTec
Easy Integration in a Direct Way
Regardless of the specific application, the decisive factor for OEM partners is, how easily the system can be integrated into the existing environment. InfraTec’s powerful SDK offers best conditions for a convenient integration:
WINDOWS oder LINUX, X86 or ARM
Recording of real-time thermographic data in various adjustable formats (e.g., temperature data in Kelvin, 16-bit digital values, 32-bit bitmap, and 8-bit data)
Real-time calculation of temperature values in °C as well as relevant characteristic values such as minimum, maximum, mean value and standard deviation
Operation, control and parameterization of the thermographic camera via remote access
Optional connections for development environments (LabVIEW and MATLAB)
Software development is carried out at InfraTec's headquarters in Germany
Interfaces for Camera Control and Data Transmission
State-of-the-art interfaces enable reliable camera control and data acquisition even over very long distances. All InfraTec thermographic cameras are equipped with GigE Vision- and industrial GigE-compatible interfaces. Alternatively, 10 GigE interfaces can be used. These enable high-speed data transmission at ten times standard transmission speed. Fiber-optic versions also allow data transmission with high electromagnetic immunity and over extremely long distances in addition. Alternatively, CAMLink interfaces are available for ImageIR® models, too.
Depending on the respective camera model, the following interfaces can be selected:
Depending on the respective camera model, the following interfaces can be selected:
10 GigE / GigE
CAMLink / DualCAMLink
To ensure that the protection degree of the cameras is maintained even under harsh operating conditions, the connections on our VarioCAM® High Definition are equipped with LEMO® plug connectors that preserves this level of protection.
Reliable Protection Even in Harsh Industrial Environments
An [UB1] of a thermographic camera durability is always its housing. Therefore, InfraTec attaches great importance to high standards. Sealed housings made of high-tensile aluminum alloys with a protection rating up to IP67 meet highest standards. Thus, the sensitive sensors and electronics remain protected at all times, even when used in harsh industrial environments.
Suitable protective housings, for example those made of stainless steel, are available for applications under extreme environmental conditions. Optionally equipped with cooling and heating, certain models are also certified according to ATEX directives.
First-class Service Ensures High System Availability
From the idea for an OEM solution to the subsequent 24/7 continuous operation of a complete thermographic system, the path leads through numerous stages. InfraTec accompanies integrators from the first step, conducts feasibility studies, develops and produces OEM solutions in cooperation with its partners. Experienced engineers from the in-house service department support users in their daily work with the system and ensure its maintenance.
Our Services in Detail
Multilingual expert support by qualified engineers
24/7 hotline
Rental service for cameras and other equipment
Stock of cameras to cover temporarily shortages
Short service processing times
Calibration in our own laboratory
Thermal Imaging Cameras for a Wide Range of OEM Applications
InfraTec offers OEM partners a wide range of thermal imaging cameras that can be integrated into a wide variety of applications thanks to their modular design. Depending on your requirements, you can choose from different camera categories, all of which impress with their precision, reliability, and ease of integration.
Selection of Possible OEM Applications
Automation of industrial processes such as quality control and assurance, process control and monitoring, and production monitoring
Non-destructive testing such as locating defects in joints and evaluating thermal cutting and spraying processes
Active thermography such as Lock-in and Pulse-phase thermography for failure detection in assembly and electronic components
Temperature monitoring of absorbers of solar tower power plants
Security applications such as border protection, object surveillance, and SAR missions
Gimbal Systems for Helicopter Mounting
InfraTec offers various infrared camera systems for fixed installation in aircraft as well as for integration into precision gimbals. This allows the infrared camera to be positioned with microradian precision for automatic tracking. A handy remote control allows the camera to be operated directly via the gimbal control system.
Gimbals, or gyro-stabilized platforms, have been used for many years as very effective systems for airborne thermography in the inspection of high-voltage power lines, pipelines and industrial plants, as well as in the detection for energy losses and material pollution.
FAQs for Reliability of Supply
Yes. The high-end thermal cameras of the ImageIR® series are developed and manufactured at InfraTec's headquarters in Dresden. In production, approximately 20 employees configure the modular cameras according to requirements and the specific measurement and testing situation. The selection of the appropriate precision infrared lenses is also carried out at InfraTec. The cameras are calibrated on site using a fully automatic calibration machine.
The high-end infrared cameras of the ImageIR® series are developed and built at the company's headquarters in Dresden. A team of experienced scientists, engineers, and technicians are constantly working to improve the products and open new areas of application for InfraTec cameras.
The ImageIR® thermal cameras are unique: each of the modular devices is manufactured in a modern production facility according to customer requirements and calibrated on a fully automated calibration stand.
Within Europe, there are no customs or trade restrictions on InfraTec infrared cameras or on the products used by suppliers in their production concerning InfraTecs infrared cameras. Our strategic purchasing and professional supplier management ensure the availability of our thermal cameras at competitive prices.
None of the cameras sold by InfraTec are subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations, the US government's regulations for controlling the export and import of defense goods and services. The classification as ITAR-free allows worldwide export, for example to the USA or China.
InfraTec products are used worldwide. The delivery of infrared cameras is organized from the headquarters in Dresden, where experienced employees take care of all formalities such as the preparation of waybills, packing lists, customs declarations, etc., and ensure compliance with import and export regulations. InfraTec relies on established logistics service providers for the transport and delivery of infrared cameras.
Infrared cameras are high-quality, technically complex products. InfraTec supports its customers far beyond the purchase of a thermography system. The in-house service department staff assist users with questions or technical challenges, for example, via remote maintenance. They also recalibrate infrared cameras as needed.
InfraTec offers a comprehensive range of accessories. In the event of a defect, replacement parts can be provided at short notice. In addition, the accessories offer the opportunity to flexibly adapt testing and measurement systems to new and changing tasks.
Would You Like to Know More?
It is not unusual for tasks to be associated with special requirements. Discuss your specific application needs with our specialists, receive further technical information or learn more about our additional services.
Infrared Thermography – A Smart Temperature Measurement Method with Enormous Potential
Thermal imaging is a passive imaging method for contactless temperature measurement. It uses the fact that every object with a temperature above absolute zero (-273.15 °C) emits electromagnetic radiation. The focal plane array infrared detector of the thermal camera, which is equipped with individual elements arranged in a matrix, uses an optical system to capture the intensity distribution of the radiation emitted by the measurement object over a large area. The camera converts the radiation intensities into measured temperature values for each individual pixel of the radiometric thermal image. This results not only in a few temperature readings from individual measurement points, as is the case, for example, when using thermocouples and pyrometers, but also in hundreds of thousands to millions of temperature readings that are distributed across the measurement object.