benefits of his TIs while
you gather other infor-
mation, including:
Standard and option-
al features available
on the unit, which
can include tempera-
ture measurement,
telemetry, color dis-
play and others.
Unit operating proce-
dures, including unit
activation, battery
changing and charg-
ing, and use of
additional features.
Service issues, includ-
ing length of war-
ranty (be sure to
clarify what it cov-
ers), availability of extended warranty as well as
service turnaround.
Performance characteristics, including durability,
heat resistance, water resistance, telemetry
power, etc.
The cost of the unit, including additional
features, extended warranties, accessories and
spare parts.
Support offered as part of the overall package,
including training (clarify the type of training:
20 minutes of how to turn it on or two hours
of how TIs work?), web resources and ongoing
education.
Evaluating teams should always keep one key
note in mind: there is no recognized consensus
standard for TI performance. As a result, FDs
should ensure that the supplier proves every claim
he makes. If the supplier says his/her TI can stay
underwater for an hour, fill up the kitchen sink and
time how long it lasts. If the supplier says the TI can
the tossing begin. While most supplierbe tossed
across the room, then clear a path and lets are hon-
est and ethical, some may unfairly stretch the truth
to win your business. To protect yourself and your
department's purchase, do not accept any claim or
statement as fact until the supplier proves it.
Test features of each
unit under various
conditions and
scenarios, including
structural fire
EVALUATING THERMAL IMAGERS
MUNICIPAL
Quieter, smoother, and with more flexible options, Eurocopter EMS helicopters are designed by doctors for doctors
with the highest levels of emergency medical care in mind. Ergonomic cabins with easy patient access. Space onboard
maximised for superior medical treatment, from transporting patients to offering in-flight intensive care. Engineered for
faster response times to get patients to the treatment they need quicker. When you think saving lives, think without limits.
a helicopter. A place where medical science can work wonders.

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