Evolution Thermal Imaging Cameras (TIC)

 

With its latest offerings, MSA truly has the right Thermal Imaging Camera for you and your department.

 

                                                                              

Evolution 5200                             Evolution 5600                    Evolution 5200HD2

 

When choosing the correct MSA Thermal Imaging camera answers to a few simple questions can help you in your camera selection process.

 

1. What percent of your TIC Usage is in structural fires?

2. What are your TIC applications for use? (Search & Rescue, Hazmat, Structural Firefighting)

3. What is your operating philosophy inthe deployment of TICs?

 

MSA has also provided a Thermal Imaging Scorecard to assist you in head-to-head comparison's with competive TICs. If you would like to schedule a TIC demostration or need more information, please contact us on our toll free number, 800-327-5312 or via e-mail at info@seawestern.com

 

The following is a guideline to assist your department in choosing which TIC is the right choice for you.

 

 

 

   

Application 1: Primarily Structural Fire Fighting with Secondary Search & Rescue

Product Choice - Evolution® 5200 Thermal Imaging Camera

 

  • Large field of view at 55 degrees, ability to see more of the scene especially in tight quarters. Objects appear smaller and more distant due to field of view. Has a 4 : 3 display aspect ratio.
  • Highest combined Instantaneous Scene Dynamic Range (ISDR) @ 4,795.
  • Excellent image quality from a 160 x 120 focal plane array sensor.
  • Excellent imagery in Low and High Sensitivity modes.
  • Heat Seeker available in three color graduations in low and high sense modes.
  • Quick-Temp bar graph and digital readout is available

Click here to view the MSA Brochure on the Evolution 5200 TIC

Click here to view a video of the Evolution 5200 TIC

Click here to view the Instruction Manual for Evolution 5200 TIC

 

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Application 2: Balanced TIC Applications for Wide Deployment and Versatile Use

Product Choice - Evolution 5600 Thermal Imaging Camera

 

  • Medium field of view at 41 degrees. Has a 3 : 3 display aspect ratio.
  • Good combined Instantaneous Scene Dynamic Range (ISDR) @ 3,482.
  • Good firefighting tool offering versatility for all TIC applications.
  • Good imagery in Low and High Sensitivity modes.
  • Heat Seeker standard in one color (red) gradient for low and high sense modes.
  • Quick-Temp bar graph and digital readout standard.

Click here to view the MSA Brochure on the Evolution 5600 TIC

Click here to view the Instruction Manual for Evolution 5600 TIC

 

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Application 3: Primarily Search & Rescue with Secondary Structural Fire Fighting

Product Choice - Evolution 5200HD2 Thermal Imaging Camera

 

  • Narrow field of view at 37 degrees, less of scene is visible, but objects appear larger and closer to user due to field of view. Has a 4 : 3 display aspect ratio.
  • Available with a 2X digital zoom for image enlargement. 
  •  Highest combined Instantaneous Scene Dynamic Range (ISDR) @ 4,795.
  • Enhanced image quality from a 320 x 240 focal plane array sensor.
  • Excellent imagery in Low and High Sensitivity modes.
  • Heat Seeker available in three color graduations in low and high sense modes
  • Quick-Temp bar graph and digital readout is available.

Click here to view the MSA Brochure on the Evolution 5200HD2 TIC

Click here to view the Instruction Manual for Evolution 5200 HD2 TIC

 

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Fireslayer Challenge: Thermal Response - More than just a game

 

"Fireslayer Challenge: Thermal Response " gives firefighters a new and interactive tool to train with in the use of a thermal imaging cameras. The game  requires players to react to instructions given by a fictitious fire chief. With the help of MSA’s Evolution 5200 TIC, players must navigate a smoke-filled environment to rescue victims and find the seat of the fire before exhausting all the air in their SCBA. The game was previewed recently at the annual Fire Department Instructors Conference in Indianapolis, Ind., and is being made available as a free download.

The key tool used in Fireslayer Challenge is the thermal imaging camera, which in real applications, utilizes infrared technology that allows firefighters to “see” through smoke and in the dark. Introduced in the mid ’90s, TICs enable firefighters to locate trapped victims in conditions with zero visibility, pinpoint the seat of a fire and identify “hotspots” after a fire has been brought under control.

The development of TIC training that uses video gaming technology to demonstrate the effectiveness of such a tool is clearly the next evolution in this category. MSA is excited about making the game available to fire departments around the country, and looks forward to the feedback and reactions from the firefighters benefiting from it, as well as the gamers.

 

Click Here to download your free copy of the “Fireslayer Challenge: Thermal Response” game

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Thermal Imaging First Responder Magazine

 

Emergency Responder Thermal Imaging Magazine & Thermal Imaging First Responder Magazine are MSA-sponsored, TIC-only magazines. The magazine's purpose is to deliver TIC information and training on the critical performance and safety differences in Fire Service TICs to current and potential MSA TIC users. The magazine covers current TIC operational issues such as sensors and sensitivity levels, high and low sense modes, temperature range and safety issues in an easy-to-understand format.

 

Click Here to view Emergency Responder Thermal Imaging Magazine - Volume 1, Number 1 Click Here to view Emergency Responder Thermal Imaging Magazine - Volume 1, Number 2 Click Here to view Emergency Responder Thermal Imaging Magazine - Volume 1, Number 3 Click Here to view Emergency Responder Thermal Imaging Magazine - Volume 1, Number 4

 

Click Here to view Thermal Imaging First Responder Magazine - Volume 2, Number 2

 

  
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