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Advanced Thermal Testing & Infrared Inspection

Advanced Thermal Testing & Infrared Inspection

See the Unseen. Prevent Problems Before They Happen—With Zero Downtime.

At No Outage Electrical Testing, we provide a powerful, non-invasive diagnostic service that protects your most critical assets. Our advanced thermal testing (infrared thermography) allows us to “see” heat signatures that are invisible to the naked eye, identifying dangerous and costly problems long before they lead to failure.

Best of all, our inspections are performed while your systems are running under normal load, meaning you experience absolutely no disruption or outage to your operations.

As a Level 3 Certified Thermographer firm, we offer the highest level of expertise in the industry. We don’t just capture images; we provide in-depth analysis and actionable solutions to ensure the safety, efficiency, and reliability of your equipment.

Why Choose No Outage for Thermal Testing?

Choosing the right partner for thermal inspection is critical. Our qualifications and commitment to quality set us apart.

Level 3 Certified Expertise

A Level 3 Certified Thermographer represents the pinnacle of training in infrared technology. This means we are qualified to develop inspection procedures, interpret complex data, and manage a full-scale thermal imaging program for your facility. You get more than just pictures—you get expert diagnostics and peace of mind.

FDOT Compliance

 

We are fully compliant with the requirements set by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT). This makes us a trusted partner for infrastructure projects, including bridge inspections and electrical systems for transportation, ensuring all work meets rigorous state standards.

Zero Downtime, Maximum Safety

Our entire process is non-contact and non-destructive. We inspect your live equipment from a safe distance, identifying issues like loose connections, overloaded circuits, or failing components without requiring a shutdown. This increases safety for your personnel and prevents expensive downtime.

Comprehensive, Actionable Reports

Following our inspection, you will receive a detailed report that is easy to understand. Each report includes high-resolution thermal and visual images, a clear explanation of our findings, severity criteria, and precise recommendations for corrective action.

Industries & Applications We Serve

Our Level 3 certified team has the experience to apply thermal testing across a wide range of environments, each with its unique challenges.

Electrical Systems

This is the most common and critical application. We identify faulty connections, failing breakers, imbalanced loads, and transformer issues that could lead to fire or catastrophic failure.

Industrial & Commercial Facilities

Keep your production lines moving. We scan motors, bearings, pumps, and processing equipment to detect overheating and mechanical stress, allowing you to perform proactive maintenance.

Hospitals & Healthcare

 

In an environment where power failure is not an option, our thermal inspections are essential. We assess critical power panels, backup generators, and transfer switches to ensure uninterrupted service for patient care.

Bridges & Infrastructure

As an FDOT-compliant vendor, we use thermal imaging to detect subsurface delamination in concrete bridge decks, assess structural integrity, and inspect electrical systems for lighting and signals.

Residential Properties

Protect your home and family. We can scan your electrical panel for hidden fire hazards, identify overloaded circuits, and even detect areas of poor insulation or moisture intrusion that lead to high energy bills.

Agriculture & Farmland Irrigation

An irrigation system is the lifeblood of a farm. We inspect the pumps, motors, and control panels that keep your systems running efficiently, preventing crop loss due to unexpected equipment failure.

Our Simple, Non-Invasive Process

1. Consultation: We discuss your specific needs, equipment, and goals to schedule an inspection at a time that works for you.

2. On-Site Inspection: Our Level 3 Certified Thermographer arrives and safely scans your equipment under its normal operating conditions. There is no interference with your work.

3. Analysis & Reporting: We analyze the thermal data, identify anomalies, and prepare a comprehensive report outlining our findings and recommended actions.

Don’t Wait for a Failure to Reveal a Weakness

 

Proactive maintenance is the most cost-effective strategy. Let our certified experts give you a clear view of your system’s health.

Contact Nooutageelectricaltesting.com today to schedule your Level 3 Certified thermal inspection and get a free quote!

 

 

UPDATE ON TRAFFIC ALERT – Additional Closure on Cypress Gardens Blvd

UPDATE 2:34 pm June 13

All lanes of southbound Hwy 17 and Cypress Gardens Blvd. turn lanes, that were closed for the FDOT work, are BACK OPEN!   

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UPDATE 5:21 pm June 12

Work continues on the storm water pipe on Hwy 17 in Winter Haven. FDOT has shut down the two right lanes of Hwy 17 at Cypress Gardens Blvd as the work continues. This leaves one lane open for Hwy 17 from Ave. O SW past the intersection at Cypress Gardens Blvd. Two turn lanes on Cypress Gardens Blvd. are reduced to one turning on to Hwy 17.
At this time, there is no time frame for the completion of the work. 
Drivers are encouraged to seek alternate routes instead of using Hwy 17 south approaching the intersection at Cypress Gardens Blvd. as well those traveling west on Cypress Gardens Blvd. to Hwy 17.

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*** Please note as of Thursday (6/12) a.m., this area is still being worked on and drivers will continue to see lane closures on CGB and Hwy 17 throughout the day. ***

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June 11, 2025 at 7:32:42 AM EDT

Traffic Alert UPDATE

Additional closure for the far right turn lane on Cypress Gardens Blvd for drivers turning onto Hwy 17 will be closed. This brings the turn lanes to one on Cypress Gardens Blvd. There will be significant back ups in this area and drivers are encouraged to seek alternate routes.

TRAFFIC ALERT

The farthest right lane on southbound Hwy 17 from Ave. R SW towards the bridge is shut down due to an FDOT underground storm water issue. Drivers heading south on Hwy 17 approaching the intersection at Cypress Gardens Blvd. will be diverted over through the intersection.

ADDITIONALLY – the far right TURN lane on Cypress Gardens Blvd. will be closed for those turning onto

Hwy 17. There will be significant back ups in this area and drivers are encouraged to seek alternate routes.

This will be worked by FDOT through the day and the time frame is undetermined at this time.

Welcome, World Travelers! 6 Fun Facts About Disney Starlight Parade, Coming to Magic Kingdom on July 20

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by James Coulter

Get ready to be dazzled by a spectacular festival pageant of nighttime magic and imagination. For the first time in nearly ten years, a new nighttime parade is set to arrive at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom on the evening of July 20: “Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away”

With the parade set to premiere next month, anticipation remains high for what wonders await with millions of sparkling lights and electro-syntho-magnetic musical sounds. Until then, here are a few fun facts of what we know about the parade thus far:

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#1: First Nighttime Parade in a Decade

“Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away” will be the first time the Magic Kingdom has hosted a nighttime parade within the past decade.

The last parade to perform at the park was the Main Street Electrical Parade, which ended its run in 2016. Since then, the park’s only other nighttime entertainment has been its nightly fireworks shows.

#2: Inspired by Past Nighttime Parades

“Disney Starlight” will continue the legacy of the Magic Kingdom’s previous nighttime parades, which include the Main Street Electrical Parade (which initially ran from 1977 to 1991, 1999 to 2001, and 2010 to 2016) and SpectroMagic (which ran from 1992 to 1998).

In fact, as reported by Disney Parks Blogs, many of the cast members who worked on both the Electrical Parade and SpectroMagic have provided their talent in adding their creative touch to this new parade.

#3: Disney Characters Old and New

The parade will star several dozen Disney characters from Disney movies, from classic films like Snow White, Peter Pan, and Cinderella, to modern favorites like Moana, Frozen, Encanto, and Wish.

The big finale will be a float inspired by the train unit from the Main Street Electrical Parade. Riding the float will be characters like Mickey Mouse and friends, as well as characters from Snow White, Tangled, and Aladdin.

#4: Innovative Storytelling and Choreography

The parade will utilize state-of-the-art lighting and technology to offer nighttime entertainment unlike any other parade before.

As Disney Parks Blogs reports, the parade will utilize a unique blend of “innovative lighting techniques” and “whimsical custom-fabrics” to make each parade unit and its characters appear as though they were “kissed by starlight.”

The parade units have been described by Imagineers as “storytelling stages on wheels” that utilize “lighting and video elements as a storytelling tool” in order to “create magic and movement that a static image would not provide.”

Also helping bring the parade to life will be the choreography being created by Cindy Wilson, who claimed to draw “inspiration from each of the films” represented in the parade, and which will incorporate a “mix of different dance styles.”

#5: Tribute to Disney Animation

Aside from featuring characters and scenes from Disney animated films, one of the parade floats will be designed after the art style of a notable Disney artist.

The Disney Princess unit will feature classic Disney princesses like Cinderella, Belle, Aurora, and Tiana dancing with their respective princes in an enchanted ballroom-like setting.

As Disney Parks Blog reports, the parade unit’s design “pays homage to Disney Legend and artist Mary Blair’s original concept artwork for Disney Animation’s ‘Cinderella.'”

#6: New Merch and Food Options

To celebrate the debut of the new parade, Magic Kingdom will be selling commemorative Disney Starlight merchandise.

According to the Disney Parks Blog, this merchandise will include a “logo tee shirt, blanket, a Disney pin, a light-up pair of Mickey Ears with a removable bow, and a light-up bubble wand that will dance along with the parade.”

Main Street Confectionary in Magic Kingdom will also be selling a special popcorn mix starting the night of the parade. As the blog explains, this mix will include “Bubble Gum and Blue Raspberry Candy Popcorn, M&M’S® Milk Chocolate Candies, mini-marshmallows, and white chocolatey drizzle.”

Also, to help promote the parade, a new poster will be displayed at the Magic Kingdom train station alongside other posters of other favorite Disney World attractions.

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Quick-Thinking UPS Driver and Police Officer Hailed as Heroes After Saving Two Children in Haines City

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By Anita Todd

HAINES CITY – In May, a potentially tragic situation was narrowly avoided in Haines City thanks to the swift actions of a UPS driver and a local police officer. A grandmother accidentally locked herself out of her home, leaving her two young grandchildren — a 2-year-old and a 6-month-old — inside alone. With no phone to call for help, she frantically waved down a passing UPS truck.

Driver Joseph Perez didn’t hesitate. Recognizing the urgency of the situation, he immediately called 911 and calmly explained the circumstances to the dispatcher, ensuring that emergency services could respond quickly and accurately.

Haines City Police Officer Greg Newell was among the first responders to arrive. Upon assessing the situation, Officer Newell worked with emergency personnel to safely gain entry into the home. Inside, one child had fallen and was unconscious, while the other was visibly distressed. Thanks to the prompt response of Perez and Newell, both children were safely rescued and did not suffer any lasting injuries.

On May 15, the Haines City Commission formally recognized both men for their courage and quick thinking. Then-Police Chief Jay Hopwood presented each with a Chief’s Commendation during the city meeting.

“Mr. Perez demonstrated exceptional awareness and care for the well-being of others when he observed and reported a critical incident involving two small children locked inside a residence,” Chief Hopwood read.

Perez humbly responded, “I am truly honored. I was in the right place at the right time. I would think that any of us would jump into action.”

Officer Newell was also commended for his decisive role in the rescue. “His dedication to public safety and his calm, focused response in the face of a potential tragic situation highlights his excellent commitment to his duties and his unwavering responsibility to the community,” said Hopwood.

Strong Thunderstorm Located Near Lakeland

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Special Weather Statement Issued by National Weather Service Tampa Bay Ruskin FL

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At 621 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8 miles west of Four Corners, or 13 miles west of Celebration, moving northeast at 20 mph. HAZARD…Wind gusts up to 50 mph and pea size hail. SOURCE…Radar indicated. IMPACT…Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. Locations impacted include… Withla and Rockridge.

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At 551 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Combee Settlement, or near Lakeland, moving northwest at 10 mph. HAZARD…Wind gusts up to 50 mph and pea size hail. SOURCE…Radar indicated. IMPACT…Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. Locations impacted include… Rockridge, Fussels Corner, Auburndale, Withla, Gibsonia, Polk City, Winston, Lakeland, Combee Settlement, Crystal Lake, Lakeland Highlands, Kathleen, Lake Alfred, and Medulla.

Bus Drivers Needed for Upcoming School Year

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PCPS:

PCPS wheelie needs bus drivers for the upcoming school year!

Training sessions are coming up soon this month and July.

We offer:

  • Starting pay of $19.08 per hour for full-time drivers
  • Paid CDL training
  • Health insurance (at no cost to individual employees) and access to free PCPS employee health clinics
  • Florida Retirement System benefits (pension or investment plans)

For details on how to apply, please call 863-534-7298 or email [email protected].

Walk-in applicants are also welcome! Stop by our transportation office during regular hours at 1430 State Road 60 E. in Bartow.

*Please note that we are closed on Fridays during the summer.

Former Connecticut  Police Officer Arrested For DUI

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On Saturday, May 7, 2025, Polk County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested 42-year-old Michael Dimeglio for DUI after he nearly crashed into a deputy’s patrol vehicle while driving on Socrum Loop Road North in Lakeland.

Dimeglio’s Chevrolet Camaro was observed drifting through lanes before veering into oncoming traffic late Saturday night. He then swerved back into his lane and into the path of a PCSO deputy, forcing the deputy to brake suddenly to avoid a collision.

Deputies conducted a traffic stop near a Publix, where Dimeglio failed to stop his car multiple times before finally coming to a stop. Upon contact, deputies observed he had bloodshot, watery eyes and detected the odor of alcohol on his breath.

When asked for his driver’s license, he began patting his pockets then looked up without saying anything. He was asked a second time, to which he reacted as if he had forgotten and looked within his center console, looked up, and failed to respond again. After being asked for the third time, he claimed the license was in the trunk.

Upon exiting the vehicle, deputies observed that Dimeglio was unsteady, slurring his speech, and had dilated pupils. He needed to lean on his vehicle for support.

Dimeglio admitted he was returning from the beach and that he had consumed alcohol while he was there. He had a BAC of .168, more than twice the legal limit.

Dimeglio told deputies that he was a police officer for the city of Norwalk, Connecticut for 9 years and was terminated in 2020 for misconduct.

He was charged with DUI (M2).“This reckless behavior put lives in danger, and it’s especially disappointing coming from someone who once wore a badge. Law enforcement officers are held to a higher standard, and this former officer made a choice that could have cost lives.” – Grady Judd, Sheriff

Dutch Bros Coffee Now Open in Winter Haven

Today is Tuesday, June 10, 2025, which means Dutch Bros Coffee is officially open right here in Winter Haven!

The coffee shop is located at 150 Cypress Gardens Blvd. (Between Outback Steakhouse and Chick-fil-a)

Open daily!

Store Hours

SUNDAY 5:00AM – 10:00PM

MONDAY 5:00AM – 10:00PM

TUESDAY 5:00AM – 10:00PM

WEDNESDAY 5:00AM – 10:00PM

THURSDAY 5:00AM – 10:00PM

FRIDAY 5:00AM – 11:00PM

SATURDAY 5:00AM – 11:00PM

Dutch Bros is currently hiring at the Winter Haven location. Apply here: https://dutchbros.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/DBShops/job/150-Cypress-Gardens-Blvd-Winter-Haven-FL-33880/Broista—Winter-Haven–FL_REQ-15765

Photo source Dutch Bros website

Lakeland Police are Investigating a Fatal Accident on the 1300 Block of US Hwy 98 S Tuesday Morning

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LAKELAND, FL (June 10, 2025) – On Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at approximately 5:56 a.m., officers responded to a traffic crash near the 1300 block of U.S. 98 South. Just prior to the crash, a grey 2021 Tesla was traveling north on US Highway 98 South in the inside lane of travel. At the same time, a pedestrian was crossing US Highway 98 South in the marked crosswalk. The Tesla impacted the pedestrian in the crosswalk then stopped and remained at the scene. It should be noted the Tesla had a green light and the pedestrian walking signal indicated do not walk.

The Lakeland Police Department Patrol Units, Polk County Fire Rescue, and the Lakeland Fire Department all responded, and the pedestrian was declared deceased at the scene. The driver of the Tesla had no apparent injuries but was transported to Lakeland Regional Health via ambulance.  

Members of the Traffic Homicide Unit responded to the scene and took over the investigation. The roadway was shut down for approximately four hours while the scene was processed. 

This remains an open and active investigation. If anyone has any additional information regarding the crash, please contact investigating Officer Travis Payne at [email protected]. 

The Pedestrian (deceased) was identified as:

Jerald King, Age 68, Lakeland, FL

The Tesla operator was identified as:

Joshua Bartos, Age 27, Lakeland FL

From Vision to Reality: Cheers to Port 27 and Every Thoughtful Detail

By Anita Todd

LAKE HAMILTON – After nearly three years of construction and growing anticipation, Port 27 has finally opened its doors. Nestled on the shores of Lake Hamilton, this family-owned, village-style destination is set to become the area’s newest hot spot for locals and visitors alike.

With its first-class brewery, diverse dining options, quaint shops, live entertainment, and outdoor play for the kids, Port 27 offers something for everyone—all within a walkable, 16-building campus spanning just under three acres. Add in the stunning sunsets, and each visit promises to be as scenic as it is memorable.

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“We want this to be a place where families can sit for hours and everyone can enjoy themselves,” said co-owner and Events Coordinator Nicole Sosa ThurdeKoos. “Our goal is to make everyone feel comfortable – like they are at home.”

At the heart of the property is the Port 27 Brewing Company, already producing a range of beers from easy-drinking classics to bold craft specialties. For true beer lovers, The Port 27 Club offers an exclusive experience. Limited to just 270 members, the club promises VIP benefits, early access, and a sense of belonging to a community built for something more.

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Members also receive a personalized Port 27 beer mug—marked with their number and kept at the brewery for every visit.

“This is for someone who really likes beer,” Nicole said. “They can come have a beer, use their mug – they will have a special card and just be able to sit and enjoy themselves.”

Dining at Port 27 is an experience, with culinary offerings that are all unique. Guests can explore the Deli Market, Burger Bar (with burgers, hot dogs, wraps, and fries), Van DeWalle artisanal chocolate and café roastery, a gelato and popsicle Ice Cream shop, Tiki Bar with craft cocktails, Juice It for natural drinks, and food truck-like train cars for crepes, seafood, and tacos.

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But Port 27 is more than just food and drink. “We have a vinyl store that will sell records, old and new, as well as other music accessories,” Nicole said. “Attached to it we will have a room set up for radio transmission or podcast recording. This will be called The Crow’s Nest.”

Morning wellness classes and lake activities will add even more dimension to the experience. Jet skis will be available for rent, and guests can even arrive by boat or seaplane.

The vision for Port 27 began with the patriarch of the family, Luis Sosa, whose dream inspired the entire concept. Nicole said finding the property on Lake Hamilton was what they had been looking for for years. The ideal location set in a booming area felt perfect for the venue.

“My father has a very big imagination and what is here is only slightly tweaked from what he envisioned,” Nicole said. “It is very much inspired by the Hamptons and Martha’s Vineyard.”

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Boutique shopping rounds out the experience, with thoughtfully curated spots like the Vintage Studio, featuring reimagined clothing, and Soap and Candles, where handcrafted goods are made on-site.

An events venue is under construction and will open soon.

As Port 27 opens its doors, the Sosa family invites the community to relax, explore, and enjoy the one-of-a-kind blend of charm, flavor, and lakeside magic.

Port 27 is partially open every day from 9 a.m. until 11 p.m. For more information, visit port-27.com.

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