Total Cost of Ownership: How to Evaluate It for Thermal Imagers
The price tag is just the beginning. Learn how maintenance, repairs, battery costs, and training impact the long-term investment in your department’s thermal imagers
Tough Enough: What Does Durability Mean in Thermal Imagers for Experienced Firefighters?
Learn how to evaluate real durability beyond manufacturer claims and choose a TIC that won’t fail when it matters most.
Preventative Maintenance for Thermal Imagers: A Comprehensive Guide for Firefighters and Buying Committees
Your thermal imager is only as reliable as its maintenance routine. Learn how daily checks, performance testing, and proactive care can extend lifespan, reduce costs, and keep your TIC ready for every call.
Internal vs. External Thermal Imager Batteries: What Firefighters and Buying Committees Need to Know
Should your thermal imager have an internal or external battery? Each option has pros and cons that impact durability, usability, and field performance. Learn which battery type best fits your department's needs
How to Evaluate Thermal Imaging for Fire Service: A Guide for Fire Service Professionals
Learn how to evaluate image quality, usability, and durability through structured testing to find the best fit for your department."
How Thermal Imagers Help Recognize Flow Patterns
Learn how thermal imagers help visualize flow patterns, improve decision-making, and enhance fireground tactics in real time
Display Quality: The Window to Thermal Imaging
From brightness and contrast to viewing angles and durability, find out why display quality plays a crucial role in firefighter safety and decision-making
Colorization in Thermal Imaging: A Critical Tool for Firefighting
How and when colorization appears in a thermal imager can impact firefighter safety and decision-making. Should heat zones be highlighted early, or should color be reserved for critical temperatures? Learn how different colorization thresholds affect fireground performance.
Best Practices for Fire Department Thermal Imager Buying Committees
Buying a thermal imager is a major investment that impacts firefighter safety and efficiency. this guide walks your department through every step of the decision-making process.
Field of View: Sizes, Dimensions, and Why They Matter for Firefighters
A thermal imager’s Field of View (FoV) determines how much of the scene a firefighter can see—impacting search, rescue, and hazard detection.