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Thermal Imaging (Case Three)

Case Three: Noise In Mechanical Room

Building Type: Water Treatement Plant

Equipment Type: End suction base mount pump

Complaint: In this case there was no complaint from the customer. In fact they didn’t know it was a problem. During commissioning activities, being conducted elsewhere in the plant on a different system, it became evident to me that the pump didn’t sound right. It was a newly installed pump. Although the noise was barely noticeable, it was unusual. It is good to get in the habit of turning your camera on as soon as you enter the building. I wouldn’t advise looking through the camera while walking around the building, but I would advise taking the short time to take a large perspective of the building. You may just notice something that is out of your scope but could save the client time and money. Both of which they appreciate. In this case, Image Pair 1, thermal imaging indicated a failing bearing in the new pumps.

Image Pair 1

Digital Image of Pump

Digital image of pump

Thermal Image of Pump

Thermal Image of Pump

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I started my HVAC career working for a plumbing and heating contractor in my home town full time and part time during college. Later, working for Trane as a building automation technician, I learned the value of life time client relationships.  I feel it is important to incorporate a team environment in every project. This includes the contractors, designers, and owners working towards a common goal of creating lasting, energy efficient, and comfortable buildings.  I believe that any building can operate more efficiently, and we should push them as far as possible.  With my experience in building automation, contracting, thermal imaging, and commissioning, I am here to do that.

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