Code-Compliant Thermal Imaging Solution for Early Fire Detection (EFD)

The IEEE Vehicular Technology Society (VTS) Philadelphia Chapter is holding a technical meeting. The topic is Code-Compliant Thermal Imaging Solution for Early Fire Detection (EFD). Our speaker is Alex Finkelstein, Automated & Integrated Systems, Teledyne FLIR, LLC. FLIR helped the MBTA's Cambridge, MA electric bus facility in 2025 to protect its electric bus charging facility by deploying thermal cameras that continuously monitor battery temperatures and detect overheating or potential thermal runaway events before smoke or flames occur. Integrated with the facility's Genetec VMS and HMI, the system provides real-time thermal data and automated alerts, helping operators prevent costly equipment damage, service disruptions, and fire incidents. FLIR is now the first UL 2684 listed, NFPA 72 code-compliant thermal imaging solution for Early Fire Detection (EFD), which will allow for our cameras to be accepted as code compliant fire detection devices rather than simply monitoring cameras. This presentation will provide a technical overview of this technology and how it became UL 2684 listed and NFPA 72 compliant. There is no charge for meeting attendance, only for PDH certificates. Attendees may apply for 1.0 PDH provided through the IEEE Certificates Program, accepted in all states. Member cost is $7.00 and non-member cost is $10.00 (USD) via vTools. Credit card payments are processed through PayPal. Checks will be accepted. Complete online evaluation after lecture at https://r2.ieee.org/philadelphia-vts/forms/ Payment must be received and evaluation form must be completed within three days to receive PDH certificate. IEEE VTS Philadelphia Chapter Officers: Chapter Chair: Brandon S. Swartley, P.E., STV Incorporated, Secretary and Treasurer: Robert Fisher, P.E., WSP,