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Thermal Imaging Cameras Could Play “Critical Role” in Keeping People Safe From COVID-19

April 29, 2020 by Staff

(CBS News) Thermal imaging cameras are the latest devices businesses hope will help reopen the economy while keeping people safe from the threat of COVID-19. The cameras are used to scan temperature from a safe distance, and if a fever — a common coronavirus symptom — is detected, the company could require further screening or deny the person entry altogether. 

“What we’re seeing is there will be a new normal that will involve thermal screening as a frontline tool,” Chris Bainter, director of global business development at FLIR Systems, told CBS News’ Jericka Duncan. FLIR has been producing thermal imaging cameras since the SARS epidemic in 2003, when it gained widespread use in Asia. 

A store in Georgia, City Farmer’s Market, has already set up thermal imaging cameras to scan customers as they enter the store. 

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