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The new generation SmartBrick: precision built into every degree

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We proudly present the new generation SmartBrick, an IoT sensor that combines tilt and temperature measurements to deliver the highest accuracy in its class.
A product not only designed for intelligent infrastructure, but also built and calibrated with the same precision it measures.

SmartBrick is an advanced IoT sensor specifically developed for accurate and affordable monitoring of civil infrastructure such as quay walls, bridges, foundations, and buildings. The sensor measures tilt and other physical parameters with high precision, transmitting data wirelessly to an online platform for real-time monitoring.

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Precision guaranteed

To ensure consistent and reliable performance, every SmartBrick is calibrated in our own temperature calibration chamber, developed and built by our Research & Development team in Rijswijk.
Here, 14 SmartBricks are simultaneously exposed to carefully controlled temperature variations ranging from -20°C to +50°C.
This intensive six-day process guarantees that each sensor measures the exact inclination value, regardless of ambient temperature.

Every SmartBrick that leaves our calibration chamber is the result of pure craftsmanship and innovation. We know exactly what it measures and that makes all the difference.

R&D Engineer, Althen Sensors & Controls

Thanks to this precise calibration, SmartBrick delivers exceptionally stable and reliable measurements for structural health monitoring of bridges, quay walls, and buildings.
Our self-developed calibration procedure enables us to meet market demands with full confidence in the consistent performance of every sensor.

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SmartBrick

  • Monitors large-scale structures
  • Improves maintenance and safety
  • Easy to install
  • Usable with interactive dashboards
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Predictive asset management

With SmartBrick, infrastructure monitoring evolves from reactive to predictive maintenance.
Through intelligent sensor technology and advanced data analytics, you gain continuous insight into the condition and stability of your structures.

Key features:

  • Real-time insight into movement and structural stability of bridges, quay walls, and buildings
  • Early detection of damage, settlement, or structural risk
  • Self-learning algorithms for accurate predictions and trend analysis
  • Easy installation with Stick & Play setup
  • Compact, wireless design, discreet in urban environments
  • Long battery life of up to 10 years
  • Cost-efficient and scalable for small or large monitoring projects
  • Direct data visualization in an intuitive (or customized) dashboard
  • Reduced maintenance costs and longer lifespan of existing infrastructure through preventive action

With SmartBrick, you gain a future-proof solution that combines reliability, efficiency, and safety in one powerful system.

Interested in SmartBrick?

Contact us for more information and expert advice.

Robert van der Elst

Sales Engineer