FOTRIC AUTOMOTIVE DIAGNOSTIC TOOLS
ADVANCED IMAGING TOOLS FOR FASTER, CLEARER WORKSHOP DIAGNOSTICS
FOTRIC develops advanced acoustic and thermal imaging technology designed to help technicians detect faults faster, document issues more clearly, and make more confident diagnostic decisions.
At AECS, our focus is on FOTRIC automotive diagnostic tools for New Zealand workshops. The current range starts with the FOTRIC TD2e Kit Acoustic Imaging Camera, a powerful tool that allows technicians to see sound in real time and pinpoint leaks, noises, vibration points, and other hard-to-find workshop issues.
Whether you are diagnosing compressed air leaks, tyre leaks, vacuum leaks, AC system leaks, bearing noise, dash rattles, or electrical discharge, FOTRIC tools help make hidden faults visible.
ABOUT FOTRIC
FOTRIC is a global imaging technology brand specialising in acoustic and thermal inspection tools. Their technology is used across industrial maintenance, safety inspections, energy efficiency, manufacturing, electrical inspection, and equipment diagnostics.
For automotive workshops, this technology has practical day-to-day value. Instead of relying only on sound, feel, soapy water, smoke testing, or guesswork, FOTRIC imaging tools give technicians a visual way to locate the source of a fault.
That means faster diagnosis, clearer evidence, and better confidence before repair work begins.
WHY FOTRIC FOR AUTOMOTIVE WORKSHOPS?
Modern vehicles and workshop environments are becoming more complex. Faults are not always obvious, and many of the most time-consuming issues are caused by leaks, vibration, pressure loss, or noises that are difficult to isolate.
FOTRIC tools are designed to support faster, non-contact inspection by helping technicians identify abnormal sound, heat, or system behaviour visually. They sit alongside other professional automotive diagnostic equipment used by modern workshops.
Key workshop benefits include:
Faster fault finding
Less time spent chasing intermittent issues
Visual confirmation of leak or noise sources
Easier reporting and customer explanation
Useful evidence for job files, quotes, and warranty discussions
Practical tools for both experienced and developing technicians
SEE SOUND IN THE WORKSHOP
Many workshop faults create sound that sits outside the range of human hearing. The human ear can generally hear sounds from 20 Hz to 20 kHz, but leaks, electrical discharge, bearing wear, and other mechanical issues can produce higher-frequency ultrasonic signals.
FOTRIC acoustic imaging technology captures these signals using a microphone array, then displays the sound source as a visual overlay on the camera screen.
In simple terms, it lets technicians point, scan, and see where the issue is coming from.
Want to see how this technology applies in real workshop environments? Read our guide on using the FOTRIC TD2e Acoustic Imaging Camera to see sound in the workshop.
WHAT FOTRIC TOOLS CAN HELP DIAGNOSE
FOTRIC automotive diagnostic tools can support a wide range of workshop applications, including:
Compressed air system leaks
Quickly scan workshop air lines, fittings, valves, couplings, hoses, and pneumatic equipment to find leaks that may be wasting energy and reducing system performance.
Tyre and wheel leaks
Locate slow leaks around bead seats, valve stems, punctures, and rim issues without relying only on dunk tanks or soapy water.
Vacuum and intake leaks
Support faster diagnosis of cracked hoses, intake leaks, PCV issues, brake booster vacuum leaks, and other hard-to-find air leaks.
AC system leaks
Help identify larger pressurised gas leaks and support faster investigation alongside traditional AC leak detection methods.
Bearing noise and mechanical sound
Visually isolate abnormal sounds from bearings, pulleys, pumps, motors, and other moving components.
Dash rattles and cabin noise
Use acoustic imaging to help narrow down noise sources that are difficult to locate by ear alone.
Electrical discharge
Detect ultrasonic signals associated with some electrical discharge issues, helping technicians identify potential risk points more clearly.
Cabin seal integrity
Support vehicle cabin seal testing when used with an audio signal generator inside the cabin.
EXPLORE OUR FOTRIC RANGE
FOTRIC TD2e Kit Acoustic Imaging Camera
See sound in real time with a compact acoustic imaging camera designed for workshop leak detection, noise diagnosis, and fault confirmation. Useful for compressed air leaks, tyre leaks, vacuum leaks, AC system leaks, bearing noise, dash rattles, electrical discharge, and cabin seal testing.
FOTRIC TD2e KIT HIGHLIGHTS
The FOTRIC TD2e Kit is currently the first FOTRIC product available through AECS. It is designed to make acoustic inspection more practical for workshop and field use.
Key features include:
64 MEMS digital microphones
2–100 kHz positioning frequency range
Real-time acoustic image overlay
Single-source, multi-source, and all-source image modes
Noise suppression mode for busy environments
Micro-detection mode for subtle sounds
0.3–60 m working distance
3.5-inch touchscreen
5 MP industrial digital camera
IP54 rated body
Designed for 2 m drop resistance
Removable rechargeable lithium batteries
Hard carrying case, soft bag, holster, and accessories included
For workshops, the key benefit is simple: the TD2e Kit helps technicians locate faults faster and with clearer visual evidence.
FOTRIC TOOLS FROM AECS
AECS supplies FOTRIC automotive diagnostic tools to workshops across New Zealand. Our team can help you understand which tool suits your workshop, how it can be used in real diagnostic scenarios, and how it fits alongside your existing scan tools, smoke machines, pressure testers, and inspection equipment.
For more information about FOTRIC tools, contact AECS or view the current FOTRIC range online.
FAQs: FOTRIC DIAGNOSTIC TOOLS
What is FOTRIC known for?
FOTRIC is known for acoustic and thermal imaging technology used in industrial inspection, maintenance, safety, and diagnostic applications. For automotive workshops, AECS focuses on FOTRIC tools that support faster fault finding and clearer visual diagnosis.
What FOTRIC products does AECS sell?
AECS currently sells the FOTRIC TD2e Kit Acoustic Imaging Camera. As the range grows, this page can be updated with additional FOTRIC automotive diagnostic tools.
What is acoustic imaging?
Acoustic imaging uses multiple microphones to detect sound and ultrasonic signals, then displays the sound source visually on screen. This helps technicians see where a leak, noise, or abnormal sound is coming from.
What can the FOTRIC TD2e Kit be used for?
The TD2e Kit can be used for compressed air leaks, tyre leaks, vacuum leaks, AC system leaks, bearing noise, dash rattles, electrical discharge, and cabin seal integrity testing.
Does acoustic imaging work in a noisy workshop?
Yes. Many workshop sounds sit in the audible range, while many leaks and faults produce ultrasonic signals. The TD2e Kit also includes noise suppression and micro-detection modes to help technicians isolate relevant sound sources.
Does a FOTRIC acoustic imaging camera replace other diagnostic tools?
No. It complements existing workshop diagnostic tools. For example, it can help visually locate a leak or sound source before confirming the issue with scan data, pressure testing, smoke testing, or other workshop procedures.
Can I book a FOTRIC demo?
Yes. Contact AECS to discuss the FOTRIC TD2e Kit and whether a demonstration is available for your workshop.
BUILT FOR PRACTICAL WORKSHOP USE
FOTRIC diagnostic tools are not just designed for lab or industrial environments. The TD2e Kit is lightweight, portable, and built for technicians who need to move around vehicles, bays, air lines, equipment, and customer sites.
The acoustic image display makes it easier to confirm what is happening on screen, while image export allows findings to be saved and shared as part of a job record, report, or customer explanation.
This makes FOTRIC especially useful for workshops that want to improve diagnostic efficiency, reduce wasted time, and add more professional evidence to their workflow.
WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY...
Trusted by workshops across New Zealand.
SEE SOUND. FIND FAULTS FASTER.
FOTRIC acoustic imaging tools help technicians quickly locate hidden leaks, noises, and hard-to-trace workshop faults with clear visual evidence. Talk to AECS about the FOTRIC range and how it can support your workshop diagnostics.
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