ICI FX 160

Recently, Infrared Cameras Inc. announced a new infrared camera that is specifically designed for firefighting applications. This lightweight, rugged, and portable camera has been specifically designed to withstand shock, heat, and water. Using a high sensitive infrared camera allows firefighters to identify and respond to dangerous situations in real time. Infrared allows firefighters to see through the smoke and identify hot spots.

The camera is built to withstand punishment and we believe it will become an invaluable asset to anyone that has to deal with fire fighting situations. Its one handed operation makes it simple and easy to use. The 3.5” LCD display produces an exceptional image, easy to see and interpret. This camera was specifically designed for firefighting applications.

For more information regarding the capabilities of this particular camera , please visit Infrared Cameras Inc.

The Viper Sidewinder and Firefighting Applications

The Indianapolis International Airport recently placed this Oshkosh® Striker® 1500 4x4 ARFF vehicle into service. The apparatus features a 58,000 lb GVWR, Caterpillar C16 680HP engine,Allison 4800EVS Gen4 7-speed automatic transmission, Oshkosh Transfer Case and TAK-4®independent suspension. The vehicle’s firefighting package includes a 1950-GPM Waterous pump, 1500 gallons water capacity, 210 gallons of foam capacity, 500-pound dry chemical system, Viper Sidewinder Infrared Camera and an Oshkosh low attack bumper turret. For more information on this vehicle, contact Tom Carle at tcarle@oshtruck.com.

Left: What you see.

Right: What the Viper Sidewinder sees.

Fire control and management – whether for natural resource fires, crash fires, or urban building fires – presents many challenges to those who are fighting fires and managing the fight. Infrared technology is being increasingly recognized as essential in timely fire rescue operations where lives are at stake. ICI infrared cameras are a "natural" fire fighters tool in the effort to gain this valuable real-time tactical information. Since it is a technology designed to sense and display heat signatures, the cameras provides “sight” in dark and smoke filled environments, which is invaluable in the decision making process. Infrared thermal imaging systems are being integrated into fire control, management and firefighting services throughout the world. Infrared Cameras, Inc. offers solutions that meet and exceed the operational needs of these applications.

ICI Viper Sidewinder Process Control Monitor
The new Viper Sidewinder from Infrared Cameras Inc is built from the ground up for rugged environment process control applications. NEMA 9 rated, the pan/tilt enclosure offers low visual and spatial impact. The ICI 7320 imager and IRFlash software provide unmatched image quality and monitoring capability.

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Infrared Camera Can Save Lives

The infrared camera business is changing at the speed of light. In the old days new cameras were produced from a specific company at a rate of about once every seven years. At that time, just as little as 10 years ago the average sale price of an imaging radiometer was $57,000.00.

Today there are more infrared manufacturers than ever and more cameras to choose from. The microbolometer has literally changed the business forever. This is a great thing because infrared cameras give humans that sixth sense we would not otherwise be able to enjoy. Whether you or a firefighter, electrician, home builder, pilot, chiropractor, ghost hunter or pest control expert, you have probably heard of or even used a thermal imaging camera. They are more prevalent than ever. They are in BMW’s, Honda’s, Porches, and Harley Davidson’s and Gulfstreams jets. As prices continue to fall the numbers of systems sold continue to rise.

ICI has recently introduced the smallest and lightest imaging radiometer in the world.

In its class it is the most sensitive thermal imaging camera you will find. It is a rock solid system made from the toughest aerospace aluminum available. The footprint of this amazing little camera is smaller than the credit card in your back pocket and the images coming from this system are nothing short of spectacular. One small USB 2.0 cable sends power to the camera and digital video to your computer. They have recently integrated this little jewel with a Sony micro PC and I just have to say “WOW”. Talk about out of the box thinking! All they need now is some great marketing and they are on their way. Now they put the camera with the Sony Micro PC and decided to call it the “Prodigy”. I believe this system is revolutionary. The power of a computer with the smallest and most sensitive uncooled camera in the world! It makes me really wonder what we will have in the next 10 years.

Recently, Texas Infrared, Advanced Infrared Resources and Howard Engineering and merged together. “ICI” short for “Infrared Cameras Inc’ is the result www.infraredcamerasinc.com . The other is the organization they created is “Infrared Training Institute” or “ITI”. What an amazing organization they have created. I personally believe it is the recipe for success! Each of these companies have endured and been successful in their own right, but the combination is a powerful one that I believe will endure the ages. Check out www.infraredthermography.com and follow this organization on its way to the top of the charts!