What does your bridge do when you're not looking?
Bridges are subjected to continuous loads 365 days a year—shaped by fluctuating traffic loads and climatic influences. However, traditional test cycles provide only snapshots; the actual load-bearing behavior in the intervals between tests often remains unknown. Since continuous on-site monitoring is not feasible in terms of staffing, data gaps arise—a “black box” in which structural changes to bearings or joints can develop unnoticed.
The key challenge is to close these gaps in order to establish an objective basis for decision-making aimed at preserving value over the long term.
Digital Remote Monitoring: Your 24/7 View of the Structural System
Our patented SuessCo 6D sensor was developed to continuously, digitally, and comprehensively monitor the “heartbeat” of your bridge. It acts as your eyes on the structure and allows you to accurately assess its condition right from your desk.
Bridge monitoring implemented in a single day.
Thanks to Plug & Play, you can get your monitoring project up and running in just a few steps, without any logistical hurdles. We rely on a solution that integrates seamlessly into your daily workflow:
- Patented 6D technology: The world's only sensor that measures six dimensions with a single assembly.
- Easy self-assembly: Simple installation by your own staff.
- Digital data transmission: Automatic, in real time, and without any configuration required—directly to the SuessCo Monitoring Portal.
- High cost-effectiveness: Significant cost savings due to reduced effort required for on-site inspections.
Case Study: Danube Bridge
At the historic Danube Bridge between Krems and Mautern, the 6D sensors ensured safe operation during ongoing renovation work. The value of this real-time data was particularly evident during the flooding in September 2024: Despite significant current forces and a temperature-induced shortening of the bridge segment by 15 mm, the measurements documented a subsequent return to the usual diurnal cycle. A direct comparison with other sensors confirmed that no displacement of the bearings had occurred. As a result, the bridge remained safe for traffic at all times without the need for time-consuming on-site special inspections that would have tied up resources.
Experience SuessCo Sensors Live
We will once again be participating in major industry events this year and look forward to speaking with you in person:
Austrian Geodesy Day in Vienna
📅 May 27–28, 2026
Geobusiness in London
📅 June 3–4, 2026
Take this opportunity to learn more about our monitoring solutions and talk with our team. We look forward to seeing you there!
