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Structural Monitoring Sensors

What are structural sensors?

Structural sensors are instruments used to measure the behaviour and condition of structures. They track parameters such as movement, deformation, stress, vibration and load.

These sensors are installed on or within structures. They provide accurate data during construction and throughout the asset lifecycle.

Structural sensors are a core component of structural monitoring systems. They support informed decisions on safety and performance.
 
 

Why are structural sensors important?

Structural sensors detect changes in structural behaviour at an early stage. They help identify potential issues before damage or failure occurs.

Sensor data supports safe construction and operation of assets. It reduces uncertainty and improves confidence in design assumptions.

Structural sensors enable proactive risk management. They support compliance with safety, design and regulatory requirements.
 
 

Why choose Sixense for the supply of structural sensors?

Sixense supplies reliable structural sensors proven on complex projects. Our solutions are selected to suit asset type, loading conditions and monitoring objectives.

We combine sensor supply with installation, monitoring and expert analysis. This ensures consistent data quality and meaningful insights.

Sixense supports both manual and automated monitoring systems. Our sensors integrate seamlessly with digital platforms and real‑time dashboards.

Types of structural sensors

  • Strain gauges and strain sensors
  • Load cells and force sensors
  • Displacement sensors and LVDTs
  • Tiltmeters and rotation sensors
  • Crack meters and joint meters
  • Accelerometers and vibration sensors
  • Cyclops ATS and monitoring prisms
  • Fibre optic sensors
  • Acoustic emission sensors
  • Temperature sensors

Benefits of using structural sensors

  • Early detection of structural movement or distress
  • Improved safety for users and nearby assets
  • Reduced risk during construction and operation
  • Better understanding of structural behaviour
  • Support for design validation and performance checks
  • Reliable data for expert analysis and reporting
  • Compatibility with automated and remote monitoring systems

Applications of structural sensors

  • Bridges and transport infrastructure
  • Buildings and high‑rise structures
  • Tunnels and underground structures
  • Retaining walls and temporary works
  • Industrial and energy facilities
  • Heritage and sensitive structures
  • Asset refurbishment and strengthening projects
  • Long‑term structural health monitoring program

Our structural sensor suppliers

Sixense works with leading structural sensor manufacturers. We select proven technologies to suit project risks, site conditions and monitoring objectives.

Key structural sensor suppliers include

The benefits of using our structural monitoring sensors

Cutting-edge expertise

gained from more than 20 years of on-site experience and in-house development

Dedicated local teams

an extensive network of skilled instrumentation engineers and technicians

A turnkey service

from sensor installation to processed data, alarms and reports available in Beyond Monitoring

Structural know-how

allowing intelligent interpretation of measurement data, and to identify anomalies

Data quality control

driven by proactive maintenance to ensure that measurements are accurate and actionable

Access to our vast sensor network

we partner with the world's leading sensor suppliers, to bring you the best quality sensors at the best price