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Real-time measurement of strain, deformation, and stress behaviour in structural elements under load

Structural Strain Monitoring is a method of measuring how structural components—such as beams, columns, slabs, bridges, and industrial structures—deform or strain under applied loads. Using high-precision strain gauges, data loggers, and sensor-based monitoring systems, engineers can record: Strain Stress variations Deformation trends Load distribution Long-term structural behaviour This method is essential for safety evaluation, load testing, performance assessment, predictive maintenance, and health monitoring of buildings and infrastructure.

Why Structural Strain MonitoringMatters.

Provides Real-Time Insight Into Structural Behaviour Under Load

Strain monitoring helps engineers observe how a structure actually performs when subjected to: Live loads, Dead loads, Environmental effects, Temperature changes, and Operational vibrations. This real-time data ensures the structure is behaving within safe design limits.

Early Detection of Overstress, Fatigue & Structural Weakening

Continuous or periodic strain measurement identifies: Overloaded or overstressed areas, Fatigue cracking tendencies, Localised material degradation, Weak points in critical load paths. This allows corrective action before a structural issue becomes dangerous.

Ensures Compliance With Design Assumptions & Safety Codes

Strain monitoring verifies whether: Designed load capacities are achieved, Actual behaviour matches theoretical modelling, Strengthening or retrofitting is required, IS, IRC, and international code requirements are met.

Enables Predictive Maintenance & Extends Structural Life

By understanding strain trends over time, engineers can: Predict potential failures, Plan timely maintenance, Avoid sudden breakdowns, Reduce repair costs, Improve asset lifetime This enhances safety, reliability, and long-term performance of the structure.

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GL Advantages.

Accredited Facility: NABL-accredited laboratory with traceable calibration and stringent Quality System procedures.

Compliance with Standards: Tests conducted in accordance with relevant IS/ASTM/RILEM/EN standards.

Experienced Personnel: Technologists and experts who interpret results and recommend mitigation strategies.

Rapid and Reliable Reporting: Valid reports that comply with relevant standards.

Testing Capabilities: Lab and on-site testing, along with post-test consulting services.

Global Lab Advantage.

Accredited facility.
Standards compliance.
Experienced analysts.
Fast, reliable reporting.
Field + Lab capability.

Applications

Structural Strain Monitoring is essential for: Bridges & flyovers, High-rise buildings, Industrial structures & plants, Precast & post-tensioned structures, Tanks, silos & storage structures, Metro rails & elevated corridors, Foundations & retaining structures

Structures undergoing rehabilitation or proof load testing

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