- A novel high-resolution thermal camera with ATEX-certified explosion protection helps firefighters.
- Graphene nanotubes integrated in silicone camera body parts and neck strap give the camera stable anti-static properties regardless of humidity and temperature.
- The Pyrolater camera is already in use with fire departments in Europe and will soon be launched on the Southeast Asia (SEA) market.
MEDIRLAB, a Hungarian manufacturer, has expanded its production line with an explosion-proof thermal camera to meet the demands of firefighters in the most challenging environments. The enhanced ATEX safety is achieved by integrating TUBALLTM graphene nanotubes in the silicone camera body parts and the aramid neck strap.
The thermal imaging camera (TIC) transforms infrared radiation into visible light, enabling firefighters to see through smoke, darkness, or heat-permeable barriers, helping to locate hot spots and save lives. Equipped with a high-resolution thermal detector and a wide field of view lens, the Pyrolater camera with anti-static neck strap and body parts enhances firefighters’ efficiency and safety. Its light weight, compact size, high robustness, and ability to provide vivid, high-contrast images reveal every crucial detail, even in the most challenging scenarios.
Dr. Thomas Nagy, a managing director of MEDIRLAB, said: “OCSiAl’s graphene nanotubes provide camera parts with stable, permanent electrical conductivity, protecting both the camera and firefighter from the risk of static electricity discharge generated from combustible dust, gases, or liquids, which can usually be present in hazardous concentrations.”
Ultralow dosages of the ready-to-use graphene nanotube-based concentrates TUBALLTM MATRIX 605 and TUBALLTM MATRIX 602 make it possible to avoid the drawbacks associated with using conventional conductive carbon powder filler. Nanotubes do not affect a material’s mechanical properties, ensure clean non-dusty production without carbon release at the surface, and guarantee stable anti-static properties throughout service life.
Currently deployed by fire departments in Hungary, the Pyrolater ATEX thermal camera will be marketed in other European countries and in the Southeast Asia (SEA) region in the coming months.
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About MEDIRLAB
MEDIRLAB Ltd. was founded in 2008 in Budapest, Hungary. MEDIRLAB specializes in developing advanced electro-optical systems designed for the homeland security market. Products include thermal cameras, traffic law enforcement devices, and water quality meters. In recent years, the company has successfully carried out significant R&D projects that have gained recognition in Hungary and abroad. The company’s solutions integrate cutting-edge hardware and software, providing unparalleled performance and reliability.
Website: https://www.medirlab.com/