A closer look at thermal roof inspections
The XT2 can identify areas of trapped moisture in flat roofs, indicating water damage. These areas can be marked to show exactly where tactical repairs are to be made. During the day, the sun radiates energy onto the roof and into the roof substrate, and then at night, the roof radiates the heat back into outer space. This is called radiational cooling. Areas of the roof that are of a higher mass (wet) retain this heat longer than that of the lower mass (dry) areas. Infrared imagers can detect this heat and “see” the warmer, higher mass areas, during the “window” of uneven heat dissipation. Heat loss and other IR services can be performed at the same time.
(Water damage to insulation beneath roofing membrane)
Water enters a roof through defects in the waterproofing layer(s) due to deterioration, tears, cuts, poorly sealed penetrations, seams, failed flashings or caps causing the insulation to become laden with trapped moisture. The building experiences energy loss because wet insulation has a lower “R” value than dry material thus providing less thermal resistance.
Water intrudes into the building’s interior causing damage and loss of productivity. If left in disrepair, the concrete deck absorbs water, the wood deck rots or the metal decking components rust. Infrared roof inspection is the ideal tool for detecting moisture intrusion and directing repair efforts to only the areas, which need it, minimizing costs and maximizing repair dollars.
Our high-resolution Infrared thermal imaging cameras, find the trapped moisture as shown in the images above. Wet areas are identified and marked to show exactly where tactical repairs are to be made. By marking wet areas directly on the roof, they can be seen by building owners and roofing contractors after the survey is performed.
Performance Model
Quickly visualize temperature differences.
Performance model Zenmuze ZT cameras display thermal imagery in real time while showing a temperature estimate at the centre of the camera view, so users can quickly identify large temperature differences.
Engineered for: Emergency Responders.
Radiometric Model
Capture detailed temperature data.
The Radiometric model allows users to tap any pixel for accurate temperature measurements or select an area to display average, highest, or lowest temperatures within the selection.
Engineered for: Inspectors
