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FLIR Systems Launches Two Handheld Thermal Cameras for Firefighters
FLIR K33 and K53outfit firefighters with life-savingthermal imaging technology
WILSONVILLE, OR– April, 18, 2016–FLIR Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLIR)today announced the addition of the new K33 and K53 to its industry-leading lineup of K-Series thermal imaging cameras (TICs).The FLIR K33 and K53 provide firefighters with uncompromised resolution in a simple, clean interface at reasonable price points to better see through smoke, identify hot spots, navigate safely, remain oriented during response missions, and locate and rescue victimsmore easily.
Designed to operate in tough conditions, the FLIR K33 and K53 firefighting camerasfeature FLIR’s revolutionary Flexible Scene Enhancement™ (FSX) technology for ultra-crisp thermal imagery for visibility in total darkness and smoke-filled rooms. With a simple, single button interface, both cameras provideone viewing option (TI Basic). The K33 offers240x180 resolution and the FLIR K53 offers 320 x240 resolution on a bright 4” display, while the K53 can internally store 200 images and 600 minutes of video for after-action review and incident reporting.
“With the new FLIR K33 and K53 thermal imaging cameras for firefighters, FLIR has put ease of use first,” says Rickard Lindvall, General Manager of FLIR’s Instruments division. “The launch of the FLIR K33 and K53 confirms our commitment to providing firefighters with a full range of TIC’sat price points that can meet every department’s needs and budget.”
FLIR will unveil the FLIR K33 and K53 at the FDIC tradeshow from April 21 - 23, 2016, in Indianapolis, Indiana, FLIR booth #3921. The K33 and K53 will be available globallyon April 20th through established FLIR dealers and distributors and will begin shipping in the first half of 2016with an MSRP of $2,895 for the K33 and $4,995 MSRP for the K53. For more information visit,
About FLIR Systems
FLIR Systems, Inc. is a world leader in the design, manufacture, and marketing of sensor systems that enhance perception and awareness. FLIR's advanced systems and components are used for a wide variety of thermal imaging, situational awareness, and security applications, including airborne and ground-based surveillance, condition monitoring, navigation, recreation, research and development, manufacturing process control, search and rescue, drug interdiction, transportation safety, border and maritime patrol, environmental monitoring, and chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosives (CBRNE) threat detection. For more information, visit FLIR’s web site at