Chemical Technology February 2015

Optris launches world’s smallest IR camera

Optris, specialists in non-contact tem- perature measurement, have launched the OPTRIS PI 640, said to be the smallest measuring video graphics array (VGA) in- frared camera, worldwide. With an optical resolution of 640x480 pixels, the PI 640 delivers pin-sharp radiometric pictures and videos in real time. With a body sized 45x56x90 mm and weighing only 320 grams (lens included), the PI 640 counts among themost compact thermal imaging cameras on the market. It can be delivered with industrial thermal imager equipment and comes with an ex- tensive license-free thermography software which enables users to monitor and docu- ment measurements and to edit infrared video imagery. Key specifications of the PI 640 are its temperature range of between -20 °C and 900 °C, the spectral range of 7,5 to 13 µm and the frame rate of 32Hz. The PI 640 high-resolution infrared cam- era finds application in industrial applica-

tions where pin-sharp infrared pictures and videos are essential for process monitoring and optimization. The real-time thermographic images prove especially valuable for surveillance and quality assurance in the automotive sector, plastics, as well as semi-conductor and photovoltaic industries. For more information on the Optris PI 640 IR camera, contact Scott Hunter at Instrotech on tel: 010 595 1831 or email sales@ instrotech.co.za.

‘Fundamentals of Process Safety Management’ course The Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) “ Fundamentals of Process Safety Management” (PSM) course is being held at the Birchwood Hotel and OR Tambo con- ference Centre, Boksburg, from the 25-29 May 2015. The proceedings will cover the entire five-day UK IChemE course. Course leaders are Rod Prior, a chemical engineer with over 30 years of experience in process industries, including production, commissioning and health and safety man- agement; and Nigel Coni, who has over 40 years’ experience in the chemical industry, in design, project, production and consulting positions. The course is aimed at process plant management, supervisors, engineers, designers and safety experts. The course will cover, inter alia, a model for PSM and basic hazard science, performance measurement and learning from accidents, design safety, legal framework and much more. By using case studies and team work, knowledge is trans- ferred on how to prevent and minimize fires, explosions and the release of toxic gases. The course has been approved by IChemE and is both ECSA and SAIChE accredited. Please contact Rod Prior for details. Cell: 082 554 0010. Email: r.prior@mweb.co.za.

19 Chemical Technology • February 2015