Self-Assembly Sensor Measurement System: Digitize Heating Systems in No Time

Nov 15, 2023

Sensaru Founders Matthias Zeh and Gregor Aumann

Pforzheim, November 15, 2023 — The heating transition has become a structural challenge for the housing industry — one that cannot be solved by simply installing environmentally friendly heating systems on a large scale. Research from the BaltBest project, part of the Alliance for a Climate-Neutral Housing Stock, shows that older heating systems must also be optimized as quickly as possible. Various optimization measures, including the use of digital systems, have already reduced heat consumption by up to 26%.

Sensor-based measurement systems can precisely identify where and how heating systems can be optimized. Until now, however, the installation and commissioning of such systems has been costly and time-consuming. The Pforzheim-based start-up Sensaru has developed the first self-installable sensor measurement system, enabling real estate companies to quickly and cost-effectively digitize existing heating systems, detect malfunctions, and uncover energy-saving potential.

“Without sensor data, it’s difficult to optimize older heating systems. The causes of excessive energy consumption are simply too complex,” says Matthias Zeh, Managing Director of Sensaru. “Our system works like a long-term ECG, giving real estate companies the data they need to make informed decisions about energy retrofits and optimization.”

Digitize Heating Systems in Under an Hour!

The Sensaru system consists of three main components: sensors, a gateway, and cloud access where all measurement data is processed. Installation takes less than an hour, requiring no specialized knowledge or new infrastructure. Simply mount the S1 sensors directly onto the heating system, connect them to the gateway — and you’re ready to start measuring.

The sensors capture all key data points, including pipe and ambient temperatures, flow and return temperatures, pressure, water circulation, dry contacts, leak alarms, fault messages, and gas and electricity meter readings. This provides real estate companies with comprehensive insights and enables them to monitor all heating systems in their portfolio in real time via the cloud.

Cloud-Based Analysis and Actionable Recommendations

The Sensaru cloud data warehouse processes, analyzes, and prepares all measurement data, providing real estate companies with meaningful insights and clear action steps for optimizing energy use.

For example, if the system detects that the flow temperature is set too high, the algorithm calculates by how much it can be reduced without compromising performance. Hidden malfunctions — such as a failed outdoor temperature sensor or an undetected leak — are quickly identified through the sensor system. As a result, companies can lower energy consumption, reduce CO₂ emissions, and avoid costly repairs caused by long-term damage.

Availability

The Sensaru measurement system has been successfully tested in several pilot projects, including with Stadtbau Aschaffenburg and Swiss Life. The S1 system will enter its next production cycle at the beginning of 2024 and is available for pre-order now. For more information, visit www.sensaru.com.