Construction projects near existing buildings, tunnels, or transport infrastructure always come with a challenge: how to guarantee that your activities do not endanger nearby structures. Whether it’s excavation, piling, or demolition, vibrations and ground movements can propagate faster and farther than expected. Demonstrating structural safety isn’t just a regulatory formality, it’s a matter of responsibility and credibility.
That’s where vibration monitoring systems such as the Recovib Tremor from Micromega Dynamics make all the difference.
The Challenge of Working Near Sensitive Structures
When construction work takes place near existing infrastructure, the risk of damage increases due to vibration transmission through soil or structure. Even moderate vibrations can cause microcracks, settlement, or alignment shifts in old or sensitive buildings.
Authorities, insurance companies, and project owners often require proof of safety : evidence that vibration levels remained below prescribed thresholds. This proof must come from continuous, traceable measurements, not assumptions.
From Risk to Data: The Role of Vibration Monitoring
To prove safety, engineers need hard data. Real-time vibration measurement enables teams to:
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Quantify the actual impact of construction activities.
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Detect exceedances of regulatory limits instantly.
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Document compliance with standards such as DIN 4150-3 or BS 7385.
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Protect themselves from unjustified complaints or costly work stoppages.
The Recovib Tremor is designed exactly for this purpose : to transform vibration data into clear, reliable evidence.
The Recovib Tremor: Field-Proven Accuracy and Simplicity
The Recovib Tremor is a self-contained vibration monitoring system integrating a triaxial high-resolution MEMS accelerometer, data acquisition electronics, and 4G connectivity in a single IP67-rated enclosure.
Engineers can deploy it directly on-site, with no complex setup or wiring. Once installed, it starts recording automatically and can transmit data in real time to the Recovib Io Cloud Platform.
Key advantages include:
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High precision and low noise for accurate peak and RMS readings.
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Automatic alarms when vibration limits are exceeded.
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Integrated power options (including battery use) for autonomous field operation.
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Remote access to all data and reports from any connected device.
This makes the Tremor the perfect companion for monitoring construction, demolition, or civil engineering works near sensitive sites.
Turning Vibration Data into Proof
Measurement alone is not enough, the data must be interpreted and presented clearly. Through the Recovib Io Cloud Platform, engineers can visualize time histories, frequency spectra, and cumulative peak values. Each event is timestamped and archived, allowing a complete trace of site activity.
The platform also offers customized reports for clients and authorities, automatically summarizing the data into compliance certificates. These reports serve as official proof of structural safety, protecting contractors and demonstrating good practice.
Real-World Applications
The Tremor is widely used on projects such as:
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Urban excavation near subway tunnels or retaining walls.
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Piling or compaction works close to historical buildings.
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Bridge reinforcement near active traffic zones.
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Demolition projects in densely built areas.
In each case, the combination of precise on-site measurements and remote supervision ensures that teams can work confidently while maintaining full transparency with stakeholders.
Building Trust Through Data
Proving structural safety is about more than compliance, it’s about trust. Clients, authorities, and neighbors all rely on data to confirm that the work was carried out responsibly.
By using the Recovib Tremor together with the Recovib Io Cloud Platform, engineers gain continuous visibility over vibration levels, access to historical records, and instant documentation of every phase of their project.
This integrated approach from Micromega Dynamics provides not only accuracy, but peace of mind — ensuring that your project remains both productive and compliant, even in the most sensitive environments.
To learn more about how vibration monitoring can help prevent downtime and structural damage, read our related article: How to Reduce Downtime Caused by Machine Vibrations.
