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May 8, 2009
e2v's Argus SC thermal cameras lend a hand in the battle against swine flu
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The new ArgusSC uses a combination of direct spot temperature measurement and unique software to immediately identify travellers with raised body temperatures.
Jon Turner, product specialist comments, “We have calibrated the colorisation feature in the camera so that only temperatures associated with a fever are coloured on the screen, normal body temperatures are in a sense filtered out and so remain as black and white images on the screen”.
As the Argus SC is a self contained battery powered hand held device with a high performance LCD screen, it can be used at the earliest point of entry into the country. Travellers stepping off a plane or boat can immediately be viewed and assessed by an individual
with a camera, moving from one landing area to another as needed. The camera can also be fix mounted and linked to a larger screen or computer; this allows users the flexibility of permanently setting up at a bottle neck position to view a crowd as they pass by.
“As the threat of swine flu increases, prevention of exposure will become ever more important. It is therefore imperative that border control personnel are equipped with the latest technology.” comments John Masheder e2v’s Divisional director for Sensors. “The Argus SC has been helping police and security forces for some time now and I am confident this new feature can be of huge benefit in the battle to contain a swine flu outbreak”.
For more information about Argus thermal imaging cameras go to www.argusdirect.com or call (UK) +44 (0) 1245 453443, (US) +1 800 342 5338, (Asia) +852 3679 364 8/9
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Press contact: Mike Tarbard, 01245 453255 michael.tarbard@e2v.com
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About Argus cameras
Argus cameras are designed to the highest specifications to instill confidence in emergency services personnel that they are using the best thermal technology available to them. Argus cameras enable fire-fighters to see through smoke, identify and rescue casualties and locate hot spots or the seat and spread of a fire. They aid police and security forces to apprehend criminals, gather evidence saving lives and property in the process. Argus cameras have many further applications where temperatures require monitoring such as preventative maintenance and condition monitoring of equipment. They can also provide vision where light is unavailable.
Argus4 thermal imaging cameras are extremely light, weighing less than 3lbs (1.3kg). They come packed with the most advanced features available on the market today. Argus4 cameras are equipped with up to x4 zoom, 13 colour settings and a picture capture facility, capable of taking up to 100 pictures, which can then be stored and downloaded to a PC/Laptop through a USB cable for quick transfer. The Argus4 HR32O has been designed using advanced digital imaging technology for a sharper picture and provides superior performance. Argus4 thermal imaging cameras are suitable for multiple applications. In fire fighting situations in ships, buildings and planes, they save vital seconds in scene assessment, quickly locating both the source of any fire and any casualties
About e2v
e2v’s objective is to be a global leader in the design and supply of specialised components and sub-systems that enable the world’s leading systems companies to deliver innovative solutions for medical and science, aerospace and defence, and commercial and industrial markets.
e2v has 4 major product groups:
• High performance electron devices and subsystems for applications including defence electronic countermeasures, radiotherapy cancer treatment, and radar systems
• Advanced Imaging sensors and cameras for applications including industrial process control, dental X-ray systems, space science and life sciences
• Specialist semiconductors, including logic, memory and microprocessors for high reliability mission-critical programs in avionics, defence and telecommunications, sensor data acquisition, and high speed data conversion
• A range of professional sensing products for applications including fire, rescue and security thermal imaging, X-ray spectroscopy, and military surveillance, targeting and guidance
For the year ended 31 March 2008, e2v achieved sales of £205m and is listed on the London Stock Exchange. In October 2008 e2v acquired QP semiconductor, a leading US-based designer and supplier of specialty semiconductor components used in military and aerospace applications, establishing e2v’s first US manufacturing base.
The Company is headquartered in the United Kingdom and has approximately 1800 employees in six production facilities across Europe and North America. e2v also operates a global network of sales and technical support offices, supported by local distributors and resellers.
Further information is available from www.e2v.com
