Prevent Failures. Meet Code. Stay Safe.

Infrared
Thermography
Inspection.

Our certified thermographers perform predictive electrical maintenance to uncover hidden electrical risks before they become costly failures or safety incidents. Meet the new NFPA 70B standard with annual electrical infrared inspections from C&H Electric.

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NFPA 70B

Mandatory Annual Standard

12 Mo.

Maximum Inspection Interval

30x ROI

@ Aerospace / Defense Contractor

Operational Disruption

What is Infrared Thermography?

See The Heat
Your Eyes
Can't.

Electrical infrared thermography inspections are a predictive maintenance technique used to detect hot spots and anomalies in electrical systems before they lead to failure.

It uses infrared cameras to capture thermal images of electrical equipment, such as switchgear, panels, breakers, transformers, and bus ducts. These images show heat patterns that aren't visible to the naked eye.

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Non-Disruptive — No Downtime

Why is it Important?

A Proactive Solution
To Electrical
Maintenance.

Prevent Downtime

Predicts and prevents unexpected system failures, reducing costly downtime. In manufacturing environments, downtime can cost thousands of dollars per hour.

Safety Compliance

Ensures compliance with industry standards like NFPA 70B and NFPA 70E to enhance workplace safety and protect against OSHA liability.

Extend Equipment Life

Regular maintenance keeps electrical components running longer, extending equipment lifespan and protecting the capital you have invested across your facility.

Insurance Compliance

Documented inspections satisfy carrier requirements, reduce liability exposure and support lower premiums.

NFPA 70B — 2023 Update Infrared inspections are now mandatory at least once every 12 months

Every 6 Months For equipment classified under Physical Condition 3

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How it Works

The Inspection
Process.

On-Site Scan

Our certified technicians use advanced thermal imaging cameras to scan your equipment while it's fully operational — zero downtime required.

Anomaly Detection

Thermal images reveal heat patterns invisible to the naked eye — identifying hot spots in switchgear, panels, transformers, and bus ducts before failure.

Comprehensive Report

You receive a detailed report with high-resolution thermal images, identified anomalies, severity levels, and prioritized corrective action recommendations.

Post-Report Review

Our team meets with you to walk through findings and recommendations — documentation is aligned with NFPA 70B and ready for insurance or compliance review.

Key Equipment Scanned

Electrical Switchgear Distribution Panels Transformers Motor Control Centers Disconnects Bus Ducts Branch Circuit Panels

What You Get

More Than
Just A Scan.

Onsite inspection by ANSI Certified Thermographers who are also Licensed Electricians
High-resolution infrared images of all scanned equipment
Detailed report with identified anomalies, severity levels, and corrective action recommendations
Documentation aligned with NFPA 70B standards — ready for insurance or compliance review
Post-report meeting to review findings and recommendations

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Frequently Asked Questions

Got Questions?
We've Got
Answers.

Electrical equipment can overheat due to several factors, including loose or corroded connections, which create high resistance and excessive heat buildup. Overloaded circuits and unbalanced loads force equipment to operate beyond its capacity, increasing the risk of failure. Insulation breakdown can cause short circuits, while poor ventilation and dust accumulation restrict heat dissipation. Failing components, such as aging breakers or transformers, may also generate abnormal heat patterns. Routine infrared inspections help detect these issues early, reducing the risk of equipment failure and costly downtime.

Yes, according to the 2023 update of NFPA 70B, infrared thermography inspections are now mandatory for all electrical equipment at least once every 12 months. Equipment classified under "Physical Condition 3," which includes items where urgent actions were identified in previous scans, must be inspected every six months.

No, infrared thermography is a non-disruptive process. It allows for the inspection of electrical without requiring equipment shutdowns, ensuring that operations continue uninterrupted during the assessment.

Infrared thermography inspections encompass a broad range of electrical and mechanical equipment to ensure comprehensive system reliability and safety. Key components typically included are Switchgear, Motor Control Centers (MCCs), Distribution Panels, Disconnects, Branch Circuit Panels, Bus Ducts, Transformers, and more.

C&H Electric focuses on supporting key facilities across Connecticut USA, including Government Facilities, Healthcare Institutions, Schools, Industrial Plants, Commercial Properties, and more.

IR windows are specialized, non-conductive viewing ports installed on electrical equipment like switchgear and panelboards. They allow thermographers to perform infrared inspections without opening energized panels, significantly improving safety and efficiency. By using IR windows, facilities can comply more easily with NFPA 70E, minimize downtime by enabling more frequent non-invasive thermal scans, and identify hot spots earlier. C&H Electric offers both IR window installation and ongoing infrared inspections.

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