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image camera manufacturers in the world, has even devel-

oped a thermal imaging camera that attaches to your iPhone!

While the technology can be fun to play around with, when

it comes to diagnosing building envelope deficiencies, a certi-

fied professional in thermal imaging should be sought. It takes

experience and knowledge of the camera’s parameters to

properly collect and interpret the data. Without this experience

and knowledge, misinterpretations of the data can occur and

ultimately miss the cause or the issue altogether.

Recently, Flir

®

has developed a tiered certification pro-

cess through thermal imaging educational courses. Just like

in other areas of the construction industry, certifications and

licenses are required to reach a certain level of expertise

and knowledge that associations can rely on.

While infrared technology introduces an entirely different

and beneficial form of visual observation by the inspector,

it should be noted that the technology does not completely

replace the need for invasive (destructive) inspections.

Ultimately, the camera should be used as a preliminary

INFRARED...

from page 43.

visual observation

device which dis-

covers areas of

concern within the

building cladding

system before the

removal of materi-

als. Following the

discovery of the problematic area through the lens of the

camera, the conventional method of removing materials at

the areas noted by the thermography should occur to doc-

ument the damages, the original installation methods and

conduct the proper repairs.

Remember, the infrared camera is another tool in the

inspector’s tool box just like a tape measure and level.

Where this tool differs from the majority of others used

during inspections is the training and experience that is

required along with it. The inspector collecting and study-

ing the data must be able to interpret exactly what is being

portrayed. Associations should seek a firm that has certified

thermographers on staff to perform the inspections and ulti-

mately diagnose the building deficiencies.

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Spotlight On Service

With great respect for those who serve our country, the Editorial

Committee of CAI-NJ is seeking spotlights on service members. This may

include active, or inactive members of the United States Armed Forces.

Please take this opportunity to spotlight someone you know and help

the CAI-NJ community recognize and thank them for their service to our

country.

Criteria

1. Must be a member of the United States Armed Forces, active, inactive or has served.

2. Must be either a:

a. Member of CAI-NJ (Manager, Board Member, Business Partner or Business Partner

Employee)

b. A parent, spouse or child or a CAI-NJ member (classified above)

3. Must include 500 to 1,000 words about their service along with a photo

Submissions may be self-authored by service members or written on their behalf.

For questions or to submit a “Spotlight on Service” contact Jaclyn Olszewski at

jaclyn@cainj.org

.

"The data collected through

a thermal imaging camera

inspection can exhibit issues

that are simply not visible

with a naked eye."