Founder, Alex Papanicolaou, demonstrating the usage of non-contact thermal imaging technology to measure temperatures in real-time to detect symptoms of COVID-19 (or other illnesses) via the ThermaScans app. (CNW Group/Therma Scans Inc.)
New thermal imaging technology developed at Venture13 has been approved by Health Canada.
In May of 2020, work began through the V13 Policetech Accelerator and the Cobourg Police Service on innovative non-contact smart thermal imaging technology that can accurately measure temperature in real time.
It’s called ThermaScans, and the app is now available on Google Play and iOS
This technology was used by the Cobourg Police Service to test the technology in a controlled environment, allowing its efficacy and efficiency to be proven.
The rapid development of this technology has led to early market adoption across Canada, and is being used right now across multiple front-line environments by municipalities and essential services.
The technology is currently being used within the cell block of the Cobourg Police Station to take temperature readings during the booking process.
Cobourg police chief, Paul VandeGraaf says this innovation ensures people are triaged appropriately and prevents community transmission.
ThermaScan hardware is designed and manufactured in Canada’s first Microfactory Co-operative, and it’s located in Northumberland is a member of the Northumberland Manufacturers Association.
The technology was recently awarded a Class 1 Medical Device Establishment License from Health Canada.
You can learn more by visiting thermascans.com.
PHOTO COURTESY OF CNW GROUP/THERMA SCANS INC.
