United Infrared

What United Infrared does

United Infrared, Inc. is a US-based private company founded in 2008 that operates a national training, certification, and inspection-services franchise in the infrared thermography industry. Its core product is a portfolio of certification programs—covering general infrared inspection, HVAC, electrical, industrial, roof moisture, FLIR-specific, and sewer scan applications—delivered both online and in-person; the company also runs an annual Thermal Imaging Conference (TIC) and a network of local business-support meetings serving thermographers worldwide. The company distributes infrared cameras and related inspection equipment from multiple manufacturers (Teledyne FLIR, Fotric, HIKMicro, Seek Thermal, Testo, Fluke, Therm App, among others) to its members at discounted rates, and operates a referral network of certified thermographers across at least 18 named US service areas that deliver branded services such as RoofScanIR, ElectricIR, EnergyScanIR, MoistureFindIR, DataCentIR, EquineIR, ChimneyInspectIR, BlockWallScanIR, Steaminfrared, and UltraSoundIR.

Its business model rests on four reinforcing revenue streams: (1) training and certification course fees (subscription-style recurring revenue from professional development), (2) equipment sales and distribution (hardware resale with member-tier pricing), (3) inspection services routed through the certified-thermographer network (professional services), and (4) ongoing membership fees providing access to discounts, support, and community events. Pricing is opaque and contact-based across all streams, with no public pricing disclosed beyond member discount availability. The customer base is fragmented across building inspectors, electrical contractors, roofing contractors, HVAC technicians, facility/data-center operators, and industrial maintenance teams, with no named enterprise anchor accounts. Headcount is reported at 1-10, indicating that the bulk of inspection delivery is executed by independent certified thermographers who plug into the United Infrared network rather than as direct employees of the company.

The firm is privately held with no disclosed institutional investors, no parent company, no subsidiaries, and no M&A history in the source material. It operates offices in Randleman, North Carolina (headquarters) and Bonsall, California (administration and accounting), and asserts an international footprint through its training and referral content, though directly captured revenue appears to be predominantly US-sourced. There are no identified AI/ML, software-as-a-service, or proprietary technology components beyond the training content itself, the multi-vendor equipment catalog, and the referral-microsite content library.

Name

United Infrared

Legal name

United Infrared, Inc.

Website

https://unitedinfrared.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

United Infrared provides infrared thermography training, certification, and multi-brand equipment distribution, and operates a nationwide referral network of certified thermographers delivering branded inspection services to building, electrical, roofing, HVAC, data-center, and industrial customers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Infrared Thermography Training & Inspection Services

NAICS

Testing Laboratories and Services (54138), Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals (334515), Irradiation Apparatus Manufacturing (334517)

SIC

Services-Testing Laboratories (8734), Instruments For Meas & Testing Of Electricity & Elec Signals (3825)

akta.pro primary industry

Electrical Condition Monitoring (Partial Discharge, DGA, IR/Ultrasound) (EUAEAKAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Pressure Equipment, Boilers & Heat Exchanger Inspection (EUAEAHAB), Third-Party Certification, Code Compliance & Regulatory Inspection (ASME/API/ISO) (EUAEAHAN)

Keywords

• Infrared thermography training
• Thermal imaging certification
• Building diagnostics services
• Electrical infrared inspection
• Infrared equipment distribution

Headquarters

HQ city

Randleman

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Training and Certification Programs: Revenue from providing infrared thermography certification courses, both online and in-person, for various applications including electrical, HVAC, roof moisture, and industrial inspections.
2. Equipment Sales and Distribution: Distribution of infrared cameras and related inspection equipment from multiple manufacturers (FLIR, Fotric, HIKMicro, etc.) with member discounts.
3. Inspection Services: Professional infrared inspection services through a network of certified thermographers for various applications including roof scans, electrical inspections, energy audits, and moisture detection.
4. Membership Fees: Network membership providing access to equipment discounts, business support services, and the annual Thermal Imaging Conference.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

United Infrared provides infrared thermography training and certification programs (online and in-person) for professionals across applications such as building inspections, electrical systems analysis, HVAC, roof moisture detection, and industrial maintenance. It distributes infrared cameras and related inspection equipment from manufacturers including FLIR, Fotric, HIKMicro, Seek Thermal, Fluke, and Testo at member-discounted pricing, and operates a nationwide referral network of certified thermographers who deliver branded inspection services (RoofScanIR, ElectricIR, DataCentIR, EnergyScanIR, HomeInspectIR, MoistureFindIR, EquineIR, etc.).

Product overview

United Infrared is an infrared thermography training, certification, and inspection services organization operating a national and international infrared service network. The company offers its portfolio through three interconnected layers: (1) Professional Training and Certification Programs covering infrared inspection, HVAC thermal imaging, electrical infrared, industrial thermography, roof moisture detection, FLIR-specific training, and sewer scan ultrasound; (2) A suite of branded professional inspection services including RoofScanIR, BlockWallScanIR, DataCentIR, ElectricIR, EnergyScanIR, EquineIR, HomeInspectIR, MoistureFindIR, Pool & Spa Inspectors, FlueGasInspector, Steam IR, UltraSoundIR, and ChimneyInspectIR; and (3) Equipment Distribution supplying infrared cameras and related inspection tools from Teledyne FLIR, Fotric, HIKMicro, and other manufacturers at member discounts. The company also provides infrared contractor support services and hosts the annual Thermal Imaging Conference (TIC). Training is delivered through both online and in-person formats nationwide.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Infrared Inspection Certification Training Foundational online and in-person thermography certification course covering building, electrical, HVAC, roof moisture, and industrial applications for professionals entering or expanding in the field.
• HVAC Thermal Imaging Certification Specialized certification course teaching HVAC technicians to use thermal imaging for airflow restrictions, duct leaks, and efficiency assessments.
• Electrical Infrared Inspection Training Certification program on using infrared thermography to detect electrical faults, overheating components, and loose connections for predictive electrical maintenance aligned to NFPA 70B.
• Industrial Infrared Thermography Training Course Advanced training on industrial thermal imaging applications including equipment monitoring, process optimization, and maintenance in commercial and industrial settings.
• Roof Moisture Detection Course Training program teaching inspectors to use infrared technology to detect trapped moisture beneath roofing membranes and identify insulation deficiencies without invasive testing.
• FLIR Thermal Imaging Training Course Manufacturer-specific training course on FLIR thermal imaging cameras and their use in professional thermography inspections.
• Sewer Scan Training Training program covering infrared and ultrasound inspection of underground plumbing and sewer systems to identify hidden problems and leaks.
• Professional Infrared Inspection Services (Nationwide Certified Thermographer Network) Branded infrared inspection services delivered through the nationwide certified thermographer network: RoofScanIR (roof moisture), ElectricIR (electrical predictive maintenance), EnergyScanIR (energy loss/insulation), MoistureFindIR (moisture intrusion), HomeInspectIR (home inspection augmentation), DataCentIR (data center thermal mapping), EquineIR (equine thermography), ChimneyInspectIR (chimney investigations), Steam IR (steam systems/boilers), UltraSoundIR (airborne ultrasound), BlockWallScanIR (masonry walls), plus Pool & Spa Inspectors and FlueGasInspector.
• Infrared Cameras and Equipment Distribution Distribution of professional-grade infrared cameras and related inspection equipment from multiple manufacturers (Teledyne FLIR, Fotric, HIKMicro, Seek Thermal, Therm App, Sper Scientific, Fluke, Testo, Palmer Wahl, etc.) and related building-diagnostic tool brands (Retrotec, IRISS, Tramex, UE Systems, Wohler, Extech), offered at member-discounted pricing through the unitedinfrared.com online store.
• Infrared Contractor Support Services / Network Membership Recurring network membership providing application-specific support services to thermographers worldwide, including web-based support (InfraredSupport.com), local business support meetings and seminars, business and marketing consulting, and access to the annual Thermal Imaging Conference (TIC).

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• FLIR Systems (Teledyne FLIR)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUnited Infrared distributes FLIR thermal cameras and equipment to members at discounted rates. FLIR is one of the leading infrared camera manufacturers used in the thermography industry.
• FotriccoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistribution partner for Fotric thermal imaging cameras and equipment offered to members.
• HIKMicro Thermal ImagerscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistribution partner for HIKMicro thermal imaging products available to members through United Infrared.
• Seek ThermalsupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEquipment distribution partner for Seek Thermal cameras and related products.
• FlukesupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistribution partner for Fluke thermal imaging and testing equipment.
• TestosupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEquipment distribution partner for Testo thermal imaging products.
• RetrotecsupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRelated equipment manufacturer distributed to UI members for building diagnostics.
• IRISSsupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRelated equipment manufacturer distributed to UI members.
• TramexsupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRelated equipment manufacturer distributed to UI members for moisture detection.
• UE SystemssupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRelated equipment manufacturer distributed to UI members for ultrasound inspections.
• WohlersupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRelated equipment manufacturer distributed to UI members.
• ExtechsupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRelated equipment manufacturer distributed to UI members.
• Therm AppsupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEquipment distribution partner for Therm App thermal cameras.
• Sper ScientificsupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEquipment distribution partner for Sper Scientific thermal products.
• Palmer WahlsupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEquipment distribution partner for Palmer Wahl thermal imaging and testing instruments.
• NFPAcoreTechnology or IntegrationNational Fire Protection Association provides standards (NFPA 70B) that drive industry requirements for thermographic inspections in electrical maintenance programs.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Others

• Tramex: Moisture detection and building diagnostics equipment maker. United Infrared distributes Tramex products while offering competing moisture/intrusion inspection services through MoistureFindIR.
• UE Systems: Ultrasonic inspection equipment manufacturer and PdM training provider. United Infrared both resells UE Systems equipment and competes in ultrasonic inspection services via UltraSoundIR.
• American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT): Standards body defining NDT certification (including IR thermography) that the United Infrared curriculum references and aligns to. Sets the qualifications that competing training programs must also satisfy.

Broad incumbents

• Teledyne FLIR: Largest thermal imaging OEM and a United Infrared distribution partner. Competes at the platform level through ITC training, FLIR Tools software, and direct enterprise sales.

Direct peers

• Infraspection Institute: Founding organization of infrared thermography certification in North America. Directly competes with United Infrared in IR training, certification, and standards-aligned inspection services.
• Monroe Infrared Technology: Long-standing IR thermography services and training firm serving industrial, electrical, and building customers in the US. Mirrors the training-plus-services-plus-equipment model of United Infrared.
• Infrared Training Center (ITC, FLIR/Teledyne FLIR): Manufacturer-affiliated IR thermography certification program run by the dominant thermal camera OEM. Competes for the same training dollars, with greater brand weight from FLIR's installed base.
• The Snell Group: Provides infrared thermography training, certification and consulting, plus complementary inspection services. Overlaps United Infrared on curriculum, instructor-led courses, and PdM application consulting.
• Mobius Institute: Global condition monitoring and reliability training/certification body including IR thermography. Adjacent in training program and certification offerings for PdM professionals.
• Level III Infrared: Independent infrared thermography training and inspection services provider competing in the same Level I/II/III certification space and service delivery.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/UnitedInfrared
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/united-infrared-inc-
• Instagraminstagram.com/unitedinfrared

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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