The Challenge
An industrial refinery in Singapore, operating 24/7 in a hazardous and explosive environment, faced the challenge of continuously monitoring its processes to detect gas leaks and hot spots without disrupting production. The client needed a reliable, accurate thermography solution capable of identifying potential issues in real time, supported by an experienced installation team, to ensure safety and maintain operational continuity in this high-risk setting.
Requirements
- Requires comprehensive thermography system for continuous process monitoring and hot spot detection
- Customized to meet specific operational needs
- Includes advanced image analysis tools, customizable alarm/notification settings
- Efficient image storage, archiving, and detailed reporting capabilities
- Seamless integration with building management and asset management platforms
- Reliable operation in hazardous environments
- Provides accurate data to mitigate risks without disrupting 24/7 production
Solutions
We delivered an end-to-end thermography solution by combining video management and industrial control systems, customized to the refinery’s specific requirements. Our team enhanced the existing thermography SDK software, adding tailored functionalities such as:
- Image Analysis: Tools for temperature measurement, color palettes, emissivity adjustments, image filtering, and fusion to improve thermal image interpretation.
- Alarm and Notification Settings: Custom thresholds and alerts for on-site temperature variations, ensuring immediate detection of abnormal conditions.
- Image Storage and Archiving: Features like tagging, categorization, and metadata management for efficient organization and retrieval of thermal data.
- Reporting and Documentation: Customizable report templates with annotations, images, and findings for thorough inspection documentation.
- Integration with Other Systems: Seamless connectivity with existing platforms to automate data transfer and streamline workflows.
Our experienced installation team ensured the system was implemented with precision, meeting the refinery’s safety and operational standards.
Benefits
- Tailored thermography system enhanced refinery operations
- Minimized risks, increased safety, and optimized production
- Reliable monitoring and hot spot detection for swift response to gas leaks or anomalies
- Prevented costly disruptions and hazards
- Improved workflows, detailed reporting, and integration with existing systems
- Achieved greater efficiency and performance
- Client satisfied with design, implementation, and added safety/operational value