Optimizing Data Center Operations with Thermography
The Applied Technical Services (ATS) Family of Companies (FoC) uses advanced thermography to monitor real-time temperature variations in critical data center equipment.
Infrared cameras and sensors determine heat buildup in electrical and structural components before visual damage appears. Identifying temperature anomalies (or hot spots) early can extend service life, lower energy costs, prevent failures, and improve data center performance and reliability over time.
How Does Thermography Catch Failures Before They Happen?
At ATS, our certified thermographers proactively detect heat changes to keep your data center operations running without interruptions and help prevent failures step by step:
1) Scan critical equipment during operation to capture real-time conditions.
2) Identify abnormal temperature ranges or heat patterns to detect potential electrical or cooling issues.
3) Measure temperature differences to prioritize necessary repairs.
4) Reduce risks by converting data into actionable insights.
Data center thermography can also help reduce the risk of fire hazards, data security disruptions, equipment damage, and costly unplanned outages.
Supporting Thermography-Specific Solutions
Throughout all phases of its lifecycle, data centers must undergo various tests to ensure safety and compliance with relevant ASTM, ISO, and ASNT standards. We apply nondestructive testing methods that allow technicians to work safely in hazardous or hard-to-reach areas without dismantling data center critical components.
Data center thermography can be used to detect both electrical and structural defects, including but not limited to:
- Loose Electrical Connections
- Cooling System Issues
- Circuit Overloads
- Overheating Transformers and Generators
- Excess Moisture
- Instillation Errors
- Blocked Airflow
- Failing Panel Components
- Hardware Strain on Server Racks
- Breaker Failures
About ATS
Since 1967, ATS and our growing family of companies have been known for our state-of-the-art laboratories, which offer comprehensive testing, inspection, calibration, and consulting (TICC) services. Our services are backed by an ISO 9001:2015-registered quality management system and hold multiple ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditations. From initial design through ongoing electrical maintenance, we help ensure your data center operations are reliable and fully compliant.
Contact Us
Prevent problems while they’re still invisible. Contact ATS today learn more about how our data center thermography services can support your next project. Submit a web request form or call us directly at +1 (888) 287-5227. to get started.
