FLIR Systems Introduces New E-Series(TM) Thermography Cameras Featuring MSX(R) Imaging Technology and New Line of Test and Measurement Tools

WILSONVILLE, OR--(Marketwired - Oct 1, 2013) - FLIR Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLIR) announced today the release of seven new FLIR^® E-Series™ thermal imaging cameras and a set of new premium FLIR-branded Test and Measurement products.

The new E4, E5, E6, and E8 thermal cameras are compact, rugged, and user-friendly handheld thermal imagers developed for pinpointing electrical and mechanical overheating, moisture ingress, missing insulation, air leaks, and a host of other temperature related problems. The new E-Series cameras are priced starting at $995 and establish a new level of imaging and measurement performance at this price point.

FLIR also introduced today the second generation E40, E50, and E60 thermal imaging cameras. These higher-performance cameras have advanced features including wifi connectivity, touch-screen interface, and Bluetooth MeterLink^® connectivity.

All of the new E-Series models feature FLIR's patented Multi-Spectral Dynamic Imaging technology, or MSX^®, which embosses key visible details from an on-board high resolution digital camera onto the infrared image. MSX makes it much easier to see issues while preserving the full fidelity of the thermal image. Existing solutions sacrifice critical thermal data to achieve the blending of visible and thermal images. All E-Series cameras also feature FLIR's new Dark Precision™ simple but powerful user interface, making the cameras easier to use than ever. Details on each of these new E-Series cameras can be found at www.flir.com/test.

FLIR also released its new line of FLIR-branded test and measurement (T&M) equipment today. Exhibiting the same standard for quality, accuracy, reliability, and durability that customers have come to expect from FLIR-branded products, these new T&M tools feature advanced diagnostic modes, built-in work lights, and increased connectivity to address customers' needs in the field. Products introduced today include a digital multi-meter, two clamp meters, a moisture meter, a non-contact voltage pen, and a high resolution articulating borescope. Many of these instruments feature FLIR's exclusive MeterLink connectivity to the Exx-Series thermal cameras and to Android Apps. Details on each of these new T&M products can be found at www.flir.com/test.

"Our vertical integration and ownership of critical technologies have enabled us to introduce these new E-Series cameras and again bring the benefits of thermal imaging technology to an ever expanding group of users and applications," said Andy Teich, President and CEO of FLIR. "The development of MSX coupled with enhanced ease-of-use further demonstrates FLIR's commitment to innovating for the benefit of our customers, and the introduction of FLIR-branded T&M products expands the suite of products with FLIR-level quality and innovation to users of diagnostic tools across many trades."

About FLIR Systems

FLIR Systems, Inc. is a world leader in the design, manufacture, and marketing of sensor systems that enhance perception and awareness. The Company's advanced thermal imaging and threat detection systems are used for a wide variety of imaging, thermography, and security applications, including airborne and ground-based surveillance, condition monitoring, research and development, manufacturing process control, search and rescue, drug interdiction, navigation, transportation safety, border and maritime patrol, environmental monitoring, and chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosives (CBRNE) detection. Visit the Company's web site at www.FLIR.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

The statements in this release by Andy Teich are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements are based on current expectations, estimates, and projections about FLIR's business based, in part, on assumptions made by management. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties that are difficult to predict. Therefore, actual outcomes and results may differ materially from what is expressed or forecasted in such forward-looking statements due to numerous factors, including the following: the ability to manufacture and deliver the products referenced in this release, changes in demand for FLIR's products, product mix, the timing of product deliveries, the impact of competitive products and pricing, constraints on supplies of critical components, excess or shortage of production capacity, the ability of FLIR to manufacture and ship products in a timely fashion, FLIR's continuing compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, and other risks discussed from time to time in FLIR's Securities and Exchange Commission filings and reports. In addition, such statements could be affected by general industry and market conditions and growth rates, and general domestic and international economic conditions. Such forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made and FLIR does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this release, or for changes made to this document by wire services or Internet service providers.