Protect People, Buildings and the Environment Using Real-Time Vibration Monitors

• Excessive vibrations can crack foundations, walls, or ceilings in nearby buildings, causing structural damage, costly repairs and legal disputes.
• High vibrations can compromise the structural integrity of scaffolding, temporary supports, or even cause equipment to malfunction, putting workers at risk.
• There may be strict regulations regarding vibration limits for construction and demolition projects. Failing to comply can result in fines or a project .
• Nearby property owners could file claims for damages caused by vibrations if they are not properly monitored.

Vibrations from various site activities could need to be monitored, including:

• Heavy machinery operations such as excavators, bulldozers, and compactors can cause ground vibrations that affect nearby structures.
• The pounding of piles into the ground during foundation work can cause significant vibrations.
• Explosions or mechanical demolition methods (e.g. hydraulic hammers, wrecking balls) can generate strong shockwaves and vibrations.
• The use of vibrators to settle concrete or compact soil during concrete pouring can cause localised vibrations.

Yes, we set up pre-defined thresholds limits based on your specific project requirements, with automatically triggered SMS or email alerts if vibration levels approach or exceed your pre-set limits, allowing you to take immediate action.

Our solutions are suitable for construction sites, demolition projects, infrastructure works, tunnelling, piling operations and any project where vibrations could pose a risk to structures or sensitive receptors.

Our solutions monitor environmental and structural vibrations generated by construction, demolition, piling, tunnelling and other high-impact activities, giving you accurate data on how your works are affecting the surrounding area.

Yes, we can manage the full installation and configuration of vibration monitoring equipment so it’s correctly positioned and set up ready to capture reliable vibration readings from the start.

You can access live and historical data remotely via our cloud-based portal, which allows you to track trends and produce reports. To log into the RVT cloud based monitoring portal, click here.

BS 5288 is the code of practice for noise and vibration control on construction and open sites. Part 1 provides guidance on noise control and recommends the use of the ‘ABC method’ for determining threshold noise levels. This involves measuring existing ambient noise levels outside the dwellings and categorising them A, B or C, with the relevant threshold level derived from the category. For more information please refer to the full code of practice which is available to purchase on line.