TEDAMOS LoRa
LoRa (Long Range) is a wireless communication technology specifically designed for the energy-efficient transmission of small amounts of data over long distances. With its long communication range and extremely low power consumption, LoRa is ideal for sensors that transmit measurements at defined intervals.
Using LoRaWAN, sensors can be deployed on construction sites, in tunnels, or across remote terrain without the need for cabling – making it an ideal solution for temporary installations and hard-to-reach monitoring locations.
A LoRaWAN network consists of three main components:
- Sensor node with connected sensors
- Gateway for receiving transmitted data
- LoRaWAN server for central network management
Switzerland is covered by a nationwide LoRaWAN gateway network. A dedicated local gateway is only required in special situations, such as inside tunnels, underground facilities, or in regions without existing LoRaWAN coverage.
Benefits of TEDAMOS LoRa
Wireless sensor connectivity without cabling
No cables mean lower installation costs and reduced maintenance requirements.
Extremely energy-efficient
Sensors can operate for up to five years without a battery replacement.
Automated data transmission
Measurement data is automatically transmitted to the TEDAMOS web portal at configurable intervals – typically once per hour. This enables continuous monitoring without manual data collection.
Long communication range
Reliable data transmission over long distances through the LoRaWAN network.
Ideal for construction and infrastructure monitoring
Perfect for construction projects, slope stabilisation, tunnels, and environmental monitoring.
Sensors Compatible with LoRa
- Piezometers and vibrating wire piezometers
- Crack meters (displacement sensors)
- Load cells
- COâ‚‚, air pressure, temperature, humidity, and particulate matter sensors
- Wind sensors
- GNSS trackers (navigation or XYZ position transmission) and many more
In general, any low-power sensor – whether analog, digital, or vibrating wire – can be connected to TEDAMOS LoRa.
Applications
- Construction site monitoring (settlement and movement)
- Infrastructure monitoring (bridges, tunnels, railways)
- Environmental monitoring (groundwater, air quality, weather)
- Geotechnical monitoring (piezometers, inclinometers)
- Natural hazard monitoring (slope movements, rockfalls)
In-House Expertise in LoRa Sensor Technology
In collaboration with ZHAW, we developed our own LoRa communication modules: TEDAMOS LoRa. More than 1,500 modules have been assembled in our in-house workshop, integrated with a wide range of sensors, and successfully deployed in real-world monitoring projects.
Our in-house development and production allow us to adapt the hardware to project-specific requirements while remaining independent of external hardware suppliers. The result is a reliable and tailored solution for a wide variety of monitoring applications.
