Growing market driven by urbanization and regulation The global noise monitoring market is growing quickly. This trend is fueled by urbanization, stricter environmental regulations, and the rise of smart city programs. Noise pollution used to be a secondary issue. Today it is seen as a major factor for urban livability, public health, and regulatory compliance. […]
To measure is to know (if you know what you are measuring). To determine a sound level properly, it is essential to understand what kind of noise you are dealing with, how and where it is measured, and which other sources may influence it. Without this context, measurements can easily lead to the wrong conclusions. […]
In today’s increasingly dense, connected, and fast-paced world, sound is no longer just a background occurrence. It’s a dynamic signal, one that reveals how we live, move, and interact. But as cities expand and economic activity intensifies, so does the presence of noise. That rise demands a clear response: reliable, continuous, and professional sound monitoring. […]
Ever found yourself staring at terms like LAeq, LCmax, or dB(A) and wondering what on earth they mean? You’re not alone. The world of sound measurement is full of cryptic abbreviations and technical jargon that can feel overwhelming, even to professionals. Sound level measurement notations in a nutshell Sound level measurements often appear in notations […]
Modern cities increasingly use data-driven decision-making. Air quality, traffic density and energy consumption are widely monitored. Noise, on the other hand, often lags behind, even though it directly affects health, livability and safety. This hinders an integrated approach in spatial planning, licensing and monitoring. Dutch Sensor Systems (DSS) believes that noise data deserve a full […]
From incident response to structural environmental insight Noise is a key factor in the perception and quality of urban environments, yet it remains one of the least structurally monitored environmental parameters. Unlike temperature, air quality or traffic flow, noise is often assessed reactively; only when complaints arise, permits are needed, or projects demand it. This […]
In an era where everything is measurable – from air quality to traffic flows, from particulate matter to energy consumption – one environmental variable remarkably often remains out of sight: sound. And that’s strange. Because sound is everywhere. It’s a continuously present source of information. Sound tells us something about behavior, movement, activity, and change. […]
Just a little over a week ago we returned home from an amazing week at the Hannover Messe. It was a blast to meet and speak to everyone and amazing to see so many of you together at the expo. At the start of the week our stand was also visited by Micky Adriaansens, Minister […]
The Ranos dB is a state-of-the-art sound level meter that provides high accuracy measurements suitable for both permanent and temporary installation, anywhere in the world. This cutting-edge device is completely wireless, self-sustaining, and equipped with LoRa connectivity for seamless data transmission. The housing is made of recyclable ABS material, and is completely waterproof for maximum […]
When the plans on Lelystad Airport’s flight paths were rolled out in 2016, concern struck a group of local residents in the municipality of Apeldoorn. ‘Of course everyone could imagine that Lelystad Airport would have an effect on the airspace, we really hadn’t thought that our beautiful and calm Veluwe might be hit hard!’ Together […]
Even easier to use and clearer sound level readings thanks to the Ranos dB’s all-new dashboard. Create projects and assign sensors. Check sensor locations by uploading photos or using a location plan. More features that are intuitive to use and make the various measurements even easier to read. Add the sensor to your account using […]
Tech incubator Waag Society’s Hollandse Luchten (Dutch Skies) project is attracting widespread interest from across the globe. Commissioned by the Noord-Holland provincial authority, Hollandse Luchten is a citizen science project that gets local residents involved in monitoring air quality in their local environment. Before the end of the year, 200 people across the province of […]
What makes IoT sensors so special is that they can monitor conditions anytime and anywhere without an external power source. The IoT SoundSensor™ uses the sun as its power source, giving it an infinite service life. SensorTeam has designed the sensor case with this in mind and partners with a U.S.-based manufacturer of high-quality solar […]
SensorTeam has developed a complete product that allows anyone to check real-time sound measurements on their own cloud platform: the IoT SoundSensor. That is measuring noise with the Internet of Things. Onze innovatieve geluidssensor werkt draadloos en meet uiterst nauwkeurig. Het is de perfecte tool voor geluidsmetingen. Hiermee kun je 24/7 de meetdata monitoren en […]
The ultimate sensor for sound level monitoring Noise pollution is a growing problem in the Netherlands. As urbanization increases, (air) traffic volumes grow, and music festivals and other festivals enjoy rising popularity, noise levels intensify. Frequent noise exposure can lead not only to sleep disturbance, it can also cause health problems such as high blood […]
Back in the Netherlands after an intensive week at the Smart City Expo World Congress in Barcelona, SensorTeam can look back on a highly successful event. SensorTeam was one of over 250 Dutch companies invited by the Netherlands Enterprise Agency to take part in this innovation mission. Besides Dutch companies, 6 major Dutch cities had […]
With the music festival season well underway, the decibels are booming across the Netherlands. To prevent noise pollution in residential areas, local authorities are increasingly turning to our state-of-the-art IoT SoundSensor. As soon as permissible sound levels are exceeded, the sensor sends an alert and organizers can be made to turn down the volume right […]
“It doesn’t bear thinking about what would happen if hackers shut down sensor-controlled traffic lights” We use a smart watch to monitor our health and turn up the heating using an app on our smartphone. This kind of convenience has been made possible by the Internet of Things, as it allows all kinds of devices […]
Do you know what LoRa is? You don’t? Well, that’s to be expected, as this is not exactly high-profile technology. And yet, the LoRa network is already making our lives in the city, at work, but also at home a whole lot easier. Keep reading to find out how LoRa is already impacting on your […]
Isn’t it great when things work out? Not even a year ago, we took the first strides in the world of the Internet of Things (IoT) and we are now one of the main players in this domain. Our wireless IoT sound sensors are already used at music festivals and youth hangout spots, and they […]
At the new youth hangout sport on Zetterij street in Amstelveen, a small town just south of Amsterdam, SensorTeam has built a high-quality sound system with sound sensors. This complete sound system enables the Amstelveen local authority to prevent noise pollution. Amstelveen is home to eight different youth hangout spots. At one of them, a […]
As SensorTeam is always willing to join thought processes in dealing with social issues where our sensors can play a key role, we are very pleased to be able to take part in the nationwide “City of the Future” project in the Netherlands. As part of this project, we are partnering with government agencies, architects, […]
The possible applications of Sensor Team’s IoT (Internet of Things) sensor are countless. Our sensor can monitor humidity, dust generation, noise, and CO2 levels, while also making excellent motion detectors, so that it can even be used as an alarm system. SensorTeam’s IoT sensor can be the guardian of healthy air in buildings, a motion […]
