Infrared Thermography Services: The Next Best Thing

In today’s world, a lot of people have heard about the advantages of Infrared thermography services. They have become useful in a lot of industries and can be used to increase the productivity at work. For instance in heavy machinery industries, the infrared cameras can be used to find out faults in the machines that have developed due to heating and then necessary steps can be taken to prevent harm to the machine as well as the people around them.

Thus, we see that the Infrared thermography services can be a very valuable addition to any company or organization. But the main thing to keep in mind is the fact that the company should employ good thermal imagers to get their work done in the most accurate and the fastest possible way. Here are some of the services that good thermal imagers can provide:

• They can be used for detecting leaks in areas such as buildings, machinery industries, refineries etc. and also in heavy appliances to prevent any kind of damage

• They can be used to inspect the power generation inspections

• They can be used for design prototyping evaluation

• They can be used to inspect the suspension of the bridges 

• They can be utilized in the brake and engine system evaluations 

• Thermal imagers can also be used in the aircraft industry in a huge number of applications. For instance, they can be used to detect stress corrosion and cracks in aircrafts. They can also be used in high voltage applications and in search and rescue

• What’s more, they can be utilized in securing a home or even in the military where thermal imaging and the heat emanating from the person’s body can alert the individuals about the presence of an intruder at home or in the army areas.

Multifunction Calibrator: The Use of This Versatile Device

As the name suggests, the Multifunction Calibrator can be used to calibrate any kind of measuring instrument.  A lot of people are now preferring to buy these multifunction ones because not only are they much cheaper than buying individual calibrators, but they are also much more useful and can be used in a number of areas. For instance if you want to measure the pressure or the electric signals, you would otherwise require two different calibrators, but if you want to save time and money, you should invest in a Multifunction Calibrator.

In these Fluke calibration tools, almost all process parameters can be measured and even the different versions can be documented with the results. The Fluke meters work with several tools, including sourcing, simulating and measuring pressure, temperature, and electrical signals in one compact, hand-held device. These calibrators are specifically designed for use in the process industries, and almost all process parameters and can calibrate almost anything in the plant.

Most of these Fluke ones can also be used for the Calibration of the PH Meter. They have special Fluke designs which can be used to measure the calibrations. There are different calibration meters available on Fluke depending on the kind of work you want, but you should keep in mind that the ones that are the priciest may not be the best, so you have to make your choice after you have decided what kind of work you want the calibration meters to do. 

Most of the Fluke Meters have mode inserts of 250 ohm resistor in mA and they are compatible with HART instrumentation. They are also made in a way that they have custom RTD curves, add the calibration constants for certified RTD probes for enhanced temperature measurement. They have a new voltage input protection design for improved reliability and they also come with Three-year warranty. 

Fluke TI32 Thermal Imager: The Best of Its Kind

A lot of people have confusions about what really thermal imaging is all about. Many do not realize that it is a revolutionary item that can actually change the way you look at imaging. For instance, the Fluke TI32 Thermal Imager is one of the best thermal imagers in the market and what many people don’t know is that it is also available at a very cheap price. 

So, what exactly is thermal imaging? Basically when we talk about a thermal imager, (It is also known as a thermal camera), we are talking about a heat sensor that can detect very small differences in temperature. This device is used to collect the infrared radiation from different objects around it and in its vicinity and then create an electronic image which is based on information about the temperature differences. The FLUKE TI 300 Thermal Imager is also one of them.

There are many types of such imagers available in the market and fluke makes some of the best ones because it has been in the market since pretty long and there is no other company which can compete with the finesse with which the FLUKE TI 125 Thermal Imager can send out images. 

When can you use thermal imagers? These are cameras which function in the darkest of environs and when there is no light at all, the best images can be given by such cameras in the lowest possible prices. For instance, they can be used in the industries to find hot spots in mechanical structures and appliances which can otherwise lead to failures. They can also be used in commercial and home securities where thermal cameras pick up heat from intruders and alarm the owners about a wrongful entrant in the house. The possibilities are endless, but make sure you buy them from the best companies.

Tridinamika National Customer Summit “Energy Management Challenge 2015"

BACKGROUND

As we care to its customers, PT. Tridinamika Jaya Instrument intends to organize an agenda Tridinamika National Customer Summit titled "Energy Management Challenge 2015". The purpose of this activity is organized as a forum to establish a good relationship, exchange information, and to know the growing opinion about the company in the eyes of its customers. The hope with this event, the company can continue to grow and also create a new innovation in accordance with the mission carried by the company is to innovate, with a spirit of excellence to always better company, providing product excellence combined with skilled technical service, PT. Tridinamika able to become the center of the instrument which provides a wide range of brands and products from around the world of test and measurement instruments. With consistency will give the best service and the performance of the company continued to increase making Tridinamika be superior to other distributor’s agents in Indonesia.

Tridinamika National Customer Summit “Energy Management Challenge 2015”

Energy is something that would not be ending to be discussed. Moreover, electrical energy in Indonesia have not spread reminded. The Government with conservation program energy wants energy distribution problem as soon as possible be resolved especially energy electricity. With this program related parties were told to use energy electricity se typical efficiency possible. On the other also incessantly conducts the scientists research which aims to use renewable energy to generate electricity energy. Because we all know that there are still many power plants, using energy fuel oil, as.

From the user side, we can also take an active role in the government's program to conduct energy efficiency. Misconceptions about energy efficiency is still a lot going on in society, even in the world of industry. Energy efficiency is not the reduction of energy consumption, but rather to use energy optimally. Specifically, it can be said that energy efficiency is to optimize energy consumption. The way that we have a high efficiency equipment is to use a tool that has a high effisiensinya specifications and perform maintenance so that the tool is always in the performance of "High Efficiency".

These days There are Many equipment with the slogan "High Efficiency" and "Save Energy", the tools of this kind promises high performance with low energy consumption. It turned out later revealed that the tools of this kind have side effects cause noise on the power grid.

It takes a special maintenance skills to actually get to keep the tool preformance conditions "excellent", given the rapid development of electric energy. Both in terms of generation, which is rapidly generate electrical energy from renewable energy sources, which will certainly have different electrical characteristics. And in terms of users, which is always innovating to load more efficiently, which is certainly akanada many side effects will occur.

In the industrial sector maintenance activities consisted of several stages. The first phase is usually the identification, in part/this stage will be checking early/scaning quickly in equipment. It is usually enough to use thermal imager. Next phase is collect data, to gather data measurements for some parameters. It is usually manggunakan as vibration meters, PQA and stuff. Next step is the analysis and followed with a countermeasurement execution.

Given the complexity world energy electricity production and the importance maintenancemaka process would not want to human resources and tools for the maintenance and also have to adapt to major.

Speaker Biography:

Cipto Utomo ST - Head of Application Engineer PT. Tridinamika Jaya Instrument

this time he was Head of Application is an Engineer in Tridinamika. Capabilities among others in thermography, IAQ Analyzer, Test and measurement. He often became the speaker in every seminar was held by Tridinamika.

Reference Article Link - PRLog 

Purchase Top-notch Quality Calibration Meters from Tridinamika

With the advent of technology, there have been excellent modifications in the electronic industry. Today you can find a wide collection of testing and measuring instruments as these play an important role in manufacturing industries. Fluke has become the leading and popular brand in test and measuring instruments. So, if you are looking for an official distributor that can provide all equipments for all industries, Tridinamika is a one stop store. We are one of the most preferred instruments suppliers in Indonesia that was established in 2002. Recently, we have become the official distributor of Fluke products. 

So, whether you are looking for electrical, electronic, environmental measuring, power quality, supplies, Thermography, machine tools, Multifunction Calibrator, analyzer device, surveying instrument, data logger, telecommunication, tester and meter, we stock it all. Our multifunction calibrators are designed to calibrate both new and traditional test equipment and encompass a wide range of capabilities. It is perfect for testing meters and as quality electric implement in calibration laboratories. Due to its multi-functionality, feature unparalleled high accuracy, hand-held materials and great price range. By purchasing with us, you do not have to worry about the quality of the products. Some of our range of calibrators include: Piecal 820, Piecal 820-ELITE, Piecal 525 and Piecal 830. 

A pH meter is an electronic device that measures the alkalinity of a liquid. To acquire accurate and precise measurement of acidity, calibration of pH meter is must against any standardization buffer readings. Until proper calibration is not done, it will not give the true pH value for the solution. These meters usually consist of a electrode autodetection or measuring connected to a electronic appliance that will measure and displays the pH.

Apart from supplying products, we also provide the following services: repair, calibration measuring services and training. For more details, you are free to access our website at tridinamika.com. 

Infrared Thermography: temperature profiling of a surface

Infrared Thermography is equipment which detects infrared energy emitted from object, converts it to a temperature and displays image of temperature distribution. Basically it is proactive troubleshooting and predictive maintenance tool and produce images of that radiation. Thermography allows one to see variations in temperature and particularly useful to the military and other users of surveillance cameras. Moreover this device can also be used as a way to inspecting electric device or mechanical to determine abnormalities function with pattern for heat. So, if you are looking for the reliable supplier where you can buy such equipments, then Tridinamika is a one stop store. 

We are an authorized distributor and supplier of test and measuring instruments that have been in the business since 2002. Being a center of instrument, we provide top-notch quality and branded products from all around the world and thus have emerged out to be the topmost suppliers in Indonesia. All instruments have undergone a strict quality supervision that combined with skilled technical services. Some of the popular brands that we supply: Katronic, Ac Power, Aeroqual, Amprobe, Newcon Optic, Cometech, Chauvin Arnoux, Hukseflux, Comsys, Emscan, Fluke, Geotech, Graphtec, Via Instek, two-way radios Italy, IMR, Kairos, Kanomax, Keysight Technologies, Kikusui, Kyoritsu, Lecroy, Lutron, Piecal, PSL, Saphymo, Siglent, Tektronix, Trotec and much more.

Apart from test and measuring instruments, we also provide our customers with excellence services such as measuring services, training, calibration and repair. All the services are designed keeping in mind the needs and requirements of our customers. The products are available at reasonable prices. If you are willing to purchase online, you can read its complete specification, features and prices.

Still, if you have any query or doubt related to the products, you are free to call the staff. We will reply to your request as soon as possible. 

Using Portable Insulation Testers for instant troubleshooting

The need for a portable Insulation tester device is felt by many industries in Indonesia to check whether there is any leakage in the electricity supply because of faulty or worn down insulation material. Needless to say that testing insulation is important to ensure safety against electrical or fire hazards as well as for preventing damage to electrical appliances, machines and installations. The insulation material may become ineffective or damaged because of following reasons:-

• Poor quality insulation
• Voltage levels beyond material’s capacity
• Extreme high or low temperatures
• High levels of moisture in work environment
• Presence of dirt, oil or corrosive vapors                

Normal human eye cannot detect improper insulation of every kind and so a need was always felt for a testing device which could give precise readings instantly and in any kind of work environment without putting the testing crew in danger. This need let to the development of device called insulation tester. In Indonesia, as well as globally, the most used, trusted and established brands are Megger Insulation Tester and Kyoritsu Insulation Tester. These devices are portable hand-held devices and give digital readings of insulation testing.

Insulation Testing Technology

The job of an insulation material is to prevent electric current coming in contact of other installations or surfaces as well as to stop any leakage and loss of current. So the transmission wire or appliances and their parts are covered with insulation material that offers resistance to the current flow from leaking out. The Insulation tester works by checking and reading the resistance levels of the insulation material at different locations of the current transmission and spots if there are any places where resistance is poor or below par. The Ohm’s law of electrical resistance is used in detecting levels of resistance. If any discrepancy is detected by smart testing devices like a Megger Insulation Tester or a Kyoritsu Insulation Tester then immediate action is taken to repair the faulty insulation by the maintenance crew. High resistance recorded by an insulation tester means the insulation is working fine and low readings indicate failing insulation. These devices use DC current generation for testing so that no harm is caused to insulation material or the appliance.

Testing scenarios

Insulation tester is used for conducting different kinds of tests under different circumstances. The insulation test or IR test is also called a “Megger” after the company which pioneered the development of Insulation testers. During the installation of a new machine, Megger Insulation tester or Kyoritsu Insulation Tester can detect bad insulation by applying DC current to the de-energized circuit. The testers have the built-in feature of generating this DC current. This test is known as the proof test. Some machines or transmission lines may be tested for resistance consistency across varying time periods. Such tests are known as “Spot reading tests”. Another insulation testing method is the “Step voltage testing” in which resistance of material is tested for different voltages and if resistance is found inconsistent, it means improper insulation. 

Conclusion

Insulation testing is a very crucial testing instrument for industrial safety and troubleshooting. It prevents harm to equipments, machines and appliances and also provides safety against electrical hazards. The main benefit of insulation testing devices is that they are hand-held and portable devices and can provide instant results on a digital screen and can generate their own DC current for insulation testing tests so that no damage is caused to appliance or machine or to its insulting material. 

Simplifying Calibration Process with Multifunction Calibrators

Calibration is a function which compares measurement of a known magnitude or correctness of a particular measuring device with measurements made from another device. The device which has known correctness is called the “standard” and the test instrument device which is to be calibrated is known as the “unit under test”. Multifunction calibrators are measuring instruments that can calibrate multiple process parameters. 

These calibrators are used for following purposes:- 

• Calibrate any process parameter
• Measure and source mA and  volts
• Measure temperature (RTDs and thermocouples), 
• Measure frequency, ohms, and pressure 
• Pulse sourcing

Extensive applications

Multifunction Calibrators have application possibilities in wide range of work environment and processes. They are used extensively in calibrating measuring instruments of various industries like Laboratories, production & manufacturing and workshops. These devices are also used by companies providing calibrating service and quality assurance to various industries. 

Features of Multifunction Calibrators 

• Portable device 
• Dual digital display 
• Adjustable Setpoints 
• Intuitive user Interface  
• Thermocouple input/output terminal 
• Generates voltage up to 750V and current up to 10A
• Overload or short-circuit protection 
• Frequency setting 
• Built-in isolated mA/V measuring channel
• Serial interface for remote controlling 
• Built in HART and documenting option 

Multifunction Calibrators are very useful as they are portable hand-held device that can be easily carried anywhere within an industrial environment or laboratories and workshops. The test unit does not need to be removed from the workplace. One single calibrator can execute calibration of multiple process parameters of measuring instruments used for Sourcing, simulating readings for electrical signals, pressure or temperature. The device has an intuitive user interface and a dual display digital screen for easy readings. Upper digital display is for volts current and pressure and lower display for temperature detectors (RTD’s), thermocouples (TC’s), frequency and resistance. Setpoints in each range allows quick increase and decrease in output. The results of calibration can be documented using HART communication protocol. 

Measurement tools for accurate measuring of PH and humidity

PH meter is an Alat Ukur or a measuring tool used to measure the PH levels, or to be precise the acidity or alkalinity levels of the tested liquid. The pH meter is an electronic device that consists of a measuring probe which is actually a glass rod with a bulb at the bottom. This bulb contains the sensors that pick up the PH measurements. The probe is connected to an electronic meter which displays the measurements made by the sensor on a digital screen. Because there are different kinds of liquids to be tested, there is a need for Kalibrasi of the PH meter before each test to make it more accurate and dependable. 

Calibration process of pH meter

The calibration of pH meter requires at the minimum two liquid solutions which are also called “standard buffer solutions”. These buffers should be so chosen so as to cover the probable range of pH value span of liquid being measured or tested.  The pH level span ranges from pH 4 levels to pH 10 levels with pH 7 being the zero count. The Kalibrasi meter has two control buttons for setting buffer reading points and a third one for setting or adjusting temperatures. The liquid which is being tested for its pH value should be tested against a buffer reading of zero point (pH 7) and the second buffer at either towards the pH 4 or pH 10 points as per expected or probable PH value. 

Step #1 - Switch on the pH meter and let it warm up

Step #2 - Select the two pH buffer points, first being zero and the other at a point greater than the sample liquid either towards the pH 4 reading or pH 10 reading. 

Step #3 - Bring sensor temperature and the buffer solution temperature to uniform levels

Step #4 - Insert the electrode probe of pH Alat Ukur into the first buffer solution and allow the reading to stabilize. 

Step #5 - Set the pH meter to the pH value of the first buffer at decided temperature. 

Step #6 - After recording the zero buffer reading, the probe should be wiped with distilled water and rinsed with liquid of next buffer solution and again insert the probe after stabilizing probe and solution temperatures. 

Step #7 - After the calibration of PH meter at two buffer points is successfully done, the electrode’s probe may be rinsed and cleaned with sample solution and then accurate pH measurement of the sample solution can be taken. 

Humidity measuring tools

Alat Ukur Kelembaban or humidity measurement tools are required to measure percentage of water present in any given substance. A moisture meter is the instrument which is used for measuring moisture or humidity of a substance. Kelembaban measuring may be required in wood or paper product industries or in the food and agriculture industry. For example, Alat Ukur Kelembaban can be used in agriculture to find out the levels of humidity in grains of wheat, rice, corn, tobacco, hay etc.  Correct measurements of humidity are crucial in maintaining quality of food products. 

The Applications of Fluke power quality analyzer

Thermal imagers are very popular today due to one simple reason which is their wide applicability. These imagers can be used at many different places and can prove to be very beneficial. In terms of introduction, the work of these imagers is to convert thermal energy in to color so that a scene or an object can be studied and understood. Over the years, many science fiction and action movies as well as documentaries have shown these imagers and that is most of the people are already familiar with them. Now these imagers are also used as fluke power quality analyzer because they can be very efficiently used for the analysis of many different things such as buildings.

For analysis purpose many different models are taken in use such as 435, 43B, harga, jual and much more. These thermal imagers are used for the purpose of inspection of homes and for auditing energy. This way the building can be analyzed for any kind of damage caused by moisture, or for heat loss as well as other flaws which can prove costly in the long run. The imagers that are used as power quality analyzer are a little different from the conventional imagers. The difference is that in contrast to conventional imagers, they don’t need to have large range of temperatures but in thermal sensitivity needs to be higher in them.

When the fluke power quality analyzer is used for mechanical and electrical inspection, it is very helpful in preventing any big damage to electrical as well as mechanical devices. This is because when these devices get damaged due to factors like overloading, extreme wear or faulty parts the analyzer can point it out very easily so that these damages can be rectified much in advance before they become elaborate. This way they save any device owner from big damages. For this work the imager needs to have high resolution and sensitivity.