Fluke TiR for $4045.oo

[Michael Larson]

Dan, let me compliment you on a helpful post. Way to go.

[dharris]

[QUOTE]

Originally Posted by dvalley

I wouldn't go with anything but Flir. Reason....They manufacturer quality cameras, their tech support is outstanding, They are only a twenty minute drive from my office,

Not to discredit Davids expedience with Flir
I did have a problem with my B cam. Flir did correct it at no charge, no questions asked, problem was being on the other side of the country , mailing time and repair time was 10 business days.
Due to marketing IR inspections, and customers hiring me due to offering them, those 10 days cost me 1500.00 to rent a camera, I chose that opposed to not being able to provide the service I offered/ advertized.

[John McKenna]

I'm starting to like Dan Harris.

[dharris]

Originally Posted by jmckenna1

I'm starting to like Dan Harris.

Oh crap. what can I do to change that, before you finish

[David P. Valley]

[quote=dharris]

Not to discredit Davids expedience with Flir
I did have a problem with my B cam. Flir did correct it at no charge, no questions asked, problem was being on the other side of the country , mailing time and repair time was 10 business days.
Due to marketing IR inspections, and customers hiring me due to offering them, those 10 days cost me 1500.00 to rent a camera, I chose that opposed to not being able to provide the service I offered/ advertized.

When I started out in IR, I continuously weighed the PROS and CONS of which way to go (as far as training and camera options) and Flir always came out on top due to the location of their facility.

That's is exactly why I chose to purchase the Flir B-2 camera. During my Level 1 Certification, I heard several attendees asking about the mailing costs and insurance of sending the cameras through the mail system. It can get quite expensive for the out of State individuals. But for me being in Massachusetts, when it comes time to calibrate or if I run into any technical issues....all I have to do is call Flir for an RNA number and simply drive twenty minutes to drop off my camera in person. It's a very convenient option.

Another reason why I chose Flir was because there where no flight and hotel costs involved in the training. A hop, skip and a jump for a few days and I was done.

[dharris]

all I have to do is call Flir for an RNA number and simply drive twenty minutes to drop off my camera in person. It's a very convenient option.

Another reason why I chose Flir was because there where no flight and hotel costs involved in the training. A hop, skip and a jump for a few days and I was done.

From my experience with both brands, that seems to be lacking on the national level, replies or assistance from local sales reps are slow to non-existent, contact with the mfg. forget about it.
After the manufactures are done with the price wars, hopefully they will see the necessity/value of having regional support/ service, and focus on providing answers to questions, and loaner units if repairs are needed.

[David P. Valley]

Originally Posted by dharris

From my experience with both brands, that seems to be lacking on the national level, replies or assistance from local sales reps are slow to non-existent, contact with the mfg. forget about it.
After the manufactures are done with the price wars, hopefully they will see the necessity/value of having regional support/ service, and focus on providing answers to questions, and loaner units if repairs are needed.

I think that'll be the IR manufacturers next step. The manufacturer who starts to open up satellite offices around the States will get most of the business.

[asargisian]

Originally Posted by dvalley

Good luck. Flir is the absolute leader in IR cameras.

Hey Dave
I got my FLIR B-CAM SD on Friday last week from Professional Equip finally, you were right about doing a imaging in my own home and you think that it's a close as you can get to a pefect shot lolol, I'm glad I am taking the course with ITC, this will help me with everything I need to know. The camera was 6,750 but it came with everything, even a CD to get you started, but not enough to get you out on the jobsite, and also a report software.

Talk to ya soon..Im leaving in 2 weeks for the course in Vegas..I need to get out of this cold weather..lol

[David P. Valley]

Originally Posted by asargisian

Hey Dave
I got my FLIR B-CAM SD on Friday last week from Professional Equip finally, you were right about doing a imaging in my own home and you think that it's a close as you can get to a pefect shot lolol, I'm glad I am taking the course with ITC, this will help me with everything I need to know. The camera was 6,750 but it came with everything, even a CD to get you started, but not enough to get you out on the jobsite, and also a report software.

Talk to ya soon..Im leaving in 2 weeks for the course in Vegas..I need to get out of this cold weather..lol

Aram,

Good Luck with the ITC course. Which one did you sign up for?