Why Our Non-Contact Thermometers are Right for Your Athletic Program
High school coaches, college coaches, club coaches, athletic directors, and sports facility managers all share the crucial responsibility of mitigating the spread of illness within their programs. A single contagious athlete in a crowded locker room or on a team bus can quickly compromise an entire roster. Implementing a fast, accurate temperature screening protocol is the first line of defense in athletic health management. Traditional oral or ear thermometers are far too slow for screening an entire football or track team, and they require constant sanitation between uses to prevent cross-contamination. Our selection of clinical-grade, non-contact infrared thermometers solves this problem entirely. They allow your athletic trainers and coaching staff to instantly and safely screen dozens of athletes in minutes from a safe distance, ensuring that only healthy players are participating in practices and games.
Top-Tier Health Screening Products
We stock the most reliable and highly searched medical screening tools on Google to ensure your sports medicine department operates with precision.
- Extech IR200: Non-Contact Forehead InfraRed Thermometer: A premier investment for serious athletic programs. Designed specifically for fast, high-volume screening, this professional-grade thermometer provides highly accurate body temperature readings instantly without ever touching the athlete's skin. It features an adjustable alarm that visually and audibly alerts the user when a fever is detected, making it an incredibly efficient tool for facility managers admitting hundreds of athletes and spectators into a tournament venue.
Why Buy Your Medical Supplies From Morley Athletic
Since 1931, Morley Athletic has been a trusted family tradition and a leading supplier of premium athletic gear and sports medicine equipment for schools, universities, and community sports organizations across the country. We deeply understand the purchasing processes and budget requirements of educational institutions, which is why we proudly accept school purchase orders and offer fast, customized quotes for bulk training room upgrades. When you shop with Morley Athletic, you are partnering with a company backed by over 90 years of industry expertise, exceptional customer service, and a steadfast dedication to protecting the health and safety of your athletic community.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Why is a non-contact thermometer preferred for athletic teams?
Non-contact infrared thermometers measure temperature from a few inches away from the forehead. This completely eliminates the transfer of sweat, germs, and viruses from one athlete to another, removing the need to constantly sanitize the device or use disposable probe covers between readings.
2. How fast does the Extech IR200 provide a temperature reading?
The Extech IR200 is designed for high-volume screening environments. It utilizes advanced infrared technology to capture and display a highly accurate temperature reading in less than one second, allowing a single coach to screen an entire starting lineup in moments.
3. Will sweat on an athlete's forehead affect the temperature reading?
Yes. For the most accurate clinical reading, the athlete's forehead should be clean and dry. If an athlete has just finished an intense warmup and is sweating heavily, the moisture can cool the skin surface and result in an artificially low reading. Always wipe away heavy sweat before screening.
4. Can this thermometer be used outdoors during sporting events?
While non-contact thermometers are highly portable and excellent for sideline use, extreme outdoor temperatures (such as freezing cold or direct, blistering sunlight) can occasionally interfere with the infrared sensor. For the most accurate results, it is best to conduct health screenings in a shaded, temperature-controlled environment like a locker room or facility entrance.
5. Do you accept school purchase orders for medical screening devices?
Absolutely. Morley Athletic has worked directly with schools and universities for decades. We happily accept school purchase orders. Athletic directors, school nurses, and purchasing departments can easily submit a formal PO to keep their health and safety stations fully equipped.
