FLIR

Flir Systems, Inc. is a global leader in design, production, and distribution of thermal imaging cameras and test equipment utilizing infrared technology. The company was founded in 1978 to make equipment for energy auditing. Now, it produces a huge range of infrared cameras and meters.

Over time the company invested greatly in developing infrared technology, as well as leveraged its experience by acquiring several companies, including Agema from Sweden and Inframetrics from Boston, MA. They also purchased Indigo Systems, an innovative company making components and finished cameras.

Now the company is fully integrated vertically in order to control production of all components and finished goods. The company invests heavily in R&D to maintain a leadership in its field.

Flir Systems operates in numerous locations world-wide and has over 3,000 highly trained employees.

The company is a pioneer, as well as the biggest innovator in the development of high-performance, low-cost thermal imaging systems. Such systems detect heat via monitoring infrared energy emitted by materials, objects, and people. Thermal imagers let investigators or technicians see in darkness, adverse weather conditions, or even through smoke or haze, making measurement possible in inaccessible areas.

Flir products, including thermal cameras, improve productivity, save lives, protect the environment, and facilitate troubleshooting and diagnosis in many areas. The main markets include: military, surveillance, search and rescue, law enforcement, security, research and developments, and many other industrial markets.

Popular products include thermography cameras and IGM (infrared guided measurement) instruments for troubleshooting and preventive maintenance. HVAC technicians, electrical maintenance personnel or contractors, home inspectors and other professionals most often purchase the following products: C3-X, C5, E4, E5-XT, E6-XT, E8-XT, E75-42, E85-42, Flir E95-42 Infrared Cameras, and MR160, MR176, DM284 meters.