Firefighters have a lot to gain from thermal imaging cameras. Not only do they produce excellent images in complete darkness, they can also see through smoke. This helps firefighters find victims in smoke-filled premises. A thermal camera helps them to find their way through smoke-filled premises, and also in areas where the fire is out, but the smoke has not yet dissipated.
Thanks to the temperature measurement function, they can tell if there's a fire behind a wall. This information enables them to avoid dangerous smoke explosions.
A thermal camera also shows the burnt areas still burning. These areas need to be hosed down further to prevent the fire from rekindling.
A thermal imaging camera can help save the lives of firefighters and others caught in the fire. It can also be used in rescue and life-saving missions, in which firefighters are often involved. A FLIR K-Series thermal imager can be fitted to any fire truck. The K-Series is designed for tough conditions. It can withstand a 2-meter drop to a concrete floor, is waterproof (IP67) and operates at temperatures up to +85°C.
Several versions available All versions of the FLIR K-Series feature an uncooled, maintenance-free microbolometer sensor. The FLIR K50 produces 320 × 240 pixel images. If this resolution is not required, users can opt for the FLIR K40, which produces thermal images of 240 x 180 pixels. Both versions feature a large, bright 4" display. Different color modes make the FLIR K Series the ideal instrument for all firefighting missions, and it's easy to use, even when wearing gloves. A simple, intuitive interface lets you concentrate on the job in hand. The FLIR K Series is operated by just three large buttons on the top panel. Ideal for firefighters wearing gloves. Thermal images can be recorded in the FLIR K Series, and later used in simple reports describing what happened.
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