Resources & Insights

Field Notes From Decades of Aerial Infrared Work

Technical breakdowns, field case studies, and industry analysis from decades of aircraft-based thermal inspection. Written for the engineers, facilities directors, and energy managers who decide what gets inspected, repaired, and replaced.

Aircraft vs. Drone for Aerial Thermal Inspection at Scale

When the inspection target is a multi-mile distribution network or a multi-acre roof portfolio, the physics of consistency, coverage, and calibration shifts the right tool from drone to aircraft. Here’s why….
Aerial infrared image showing heat patterns along an underground steam distribution network

Steam Distribution Losses on Aging Campus Networks

The Department of Energy has documented steam distribution losses of fifteen to twenty-five percent on aging networks. Aerial infrared finds where the losses actually are….
Aerial view of downtown buildings and infrastructure surveyed with CityScan IR

Commercial Roof Moisture Surveys: What Aerial Infrared Sees

Commercial flat roofs fail from the inside. By the time the damage is visible, replacement costs have multiplied. Aerial infrared catches the hidden moisture before the deck does….
Landfill fire detection showing a major thermal hotspot across a municipal solid waste site

The Benefits of Aircraft-Based Infrared Scanning Over Drone Inspections for Large-Scale Projects

Explore the benefits of aircraft-based infrared scanning over drone inspections for large-scale projects, focusing on data accuracy and coverage….
Aerial infrared image showing a suspected sewer or pollution discharge creating a thermal anomaly near surface water

How Thermal Mapping Services Contribute to Effective Pollution and Sewer Leak Detection

Explore how thermal mapping services by AIT Scan aid in effective pollution and sewer leak detection, enhancing operational efficiency….
Aerial infrared image showing suspected moisture across a commercial roof

Comprehensive Roof Moisture Detection: The Benefits of Aerial Infrared Roof Scanning

Explore the cost-effectiveness of aerial infrared roof scanning for moisture detection, offering long-term savings and asset protection….
University infrared survey showing thermal patterns across campus buildings, roofs, and utility infrastructure

From Data to Decisions: How Infrared Thermography Services Help Build Predictive Maintenance Workflows

Discover how infrared thermography services enhance predictive maintenance workflows with real-world case studies, focusing on data-driven decision making….

How Aerial Infrared Roof Scans Optimize Capital Planning for Large Commercial Portfolios

Discover how aerial infrared roof scans optimize capital planning by prioritizing maintenance for large commercial portfolios with aging properties….
High temperature hot water leak detection showing thermal anomalies along buried HTHW distribution lines

Enhancing Safety and Efficiency in High-Temperature Hot Water Systems with Infrared Inspection

Discover how infrared inspection enhances safety and efficiency in high-temperature hot water systems, ensuring optimal performance and longevity….