Biogas monitoring

Introduction The customer is a Company working in the field of wastewater treatment. It is well know that it is possible to produce biogas by aerobic or anaerobic “digestion”, starting from various biodegradable materials. The gas obtained contains 60/70% of methane; this gas can be used to fuel the boiler required by the digester but…

PV Plant monitoring

Application A customer from abroad enquired us about a monitoring and datalogging system for a photovoltaic energy plant. The request was not only to simply control electrical values like current and voltages but also to monitor some enviromental parameters in a Country where big temperature excursions happen during the day. Proposal The system measures and…

Bridge Monitoring

Abstract Bridge Monitoring is a critical application to ensure safety for people who cross. A bridge is in fact subject not only to excavations or soil handling provided by human activity, but also to water action(s) around pillars. One of the main problems we had to face to develop this system was the presence of…

Landslide Monitoring

Application Landslides are a potenzial hazard and in particular situations it is absolutely necessary to keep them under control. The case we’re describing here is about the monitoring of the land adjacent to a newly bought highway. This work – recently carried out in a European Country – crosses a land with high risk of…

What Makes A City Smart?

An extended concept beyond automatic lighting and parking search systems. A concept where all buildings of the city are monitored, for safety and security improvements. For us at Next Industries, it’s all about connectivity. This means connecting our buildings and structures in a meaningful way to professionals responsible for their upkeep and safety. Next Industries…

Building monitoring

Introduction It often happens in the field of building industry the need to monitor work-in-progress effects on the buildings near the construction area. In fact, excavations or soil handling can damage stability and structural integrity of the adjactent buildings. Requirements This case history tells about construction works of a touristic complex in Switzerland. To clarify:…