Modern sensor technology for smart, safe and future-ready entertainment venues

From museums and sports halls to leisure pools and concert arenas – modern cultural, sports and recreational facilities demand high levels of comfort, safety and technical reliability. They must be able to:

manage large visitor flows
control complex systems with precision
operate energy-efficiently

Smart sensor technology is key to modern facility management. It measures, monitors and controls processes in real time, including:

temperature regulation in exhibition spaces
air quality in event halls
structural loads on stands and stage constructions

The targeted use of sensors allows operators to:

reduce operating costs
improve visitor safety
detect damage at an early stage
protect artworks and historic building elements

Integration with building management systems further enables:

predictive maintenance
dynamic adjustment to real-time usage conditions

With customised sensor solutions, operators can build a future-proof digital infrastructure – increasing control, improving efficiency and enhancing the overall visitor experience.

Culture

Art is now more than a painting on the wall of museums or a beautiful static sculpture on a square. Sensors have also invaded the art world and provide an innovative view on art. Dolls that respond to the audience by means of sensors, movements that can be followed live on a screen. Or walk through a rain chamber where the rain falls around you, but where you remain dry. Our sensors are used in various works of art and are also available in IP68 for use in humid, dusty or explosive environments.

Sports

The performance of the athletes today has almost as much to do with science as it does with the actual training. In the sport branch sensors are often used to track the performance and to monitor a certain training or race. Based on that feedback schedules can be adjusted and changes can be made.
Our measurement systems are used as well to monitor forces on certain materials, monitoring wear and tolerances. But also to monitor specific requirements of equipment used during sports & plays.

Recreation

Offering a relaxed and fun day out: that is the purpose of a recreation park and that is also the image that visitors have. Behind the scenes, the safety aspect is very important. Our measurement solutions are used to measure wear and to monitor whether the attractions meet the safety requirements. Roller coasters are monitored by using acceleration sensors and a measuring system for data logging. In addition, there are various potentiometer used in moving fairy tale dolls and other moving elements.

Stadiums and sports halls

In large sports facilities, the safety of thousands of visitors is paramount. Sensors detect movement, monitor air quality and help efficiently control ventilation, lighting and access systems. Typical sensors here include CO₂ and air quality sensors, motion sensors, vibration sensors and temperature sensors. In addition to safety, measurement data is also collected from athletes, for example, a ski jumper's jump force from the starting table using force sensors.

Museums and Culture

Museums, archives and historic buildings often have sensitive exhibits that react to temperature, humidity or light. Accurate sensor technology not only protects cultural assets, but also helps buildings operate in a climate-neutral manner. Typical applications here include temperature and humidity sensors to protect against fluctuations in exhibit spaces, light sensors to protect light-sensitive exhibits, vibration sensors to warn of vibrations and data loggers.

Pools and spas

Swimming pools, saunas and thermal baths require precise monitoring of water values, climatic conditions and technical systems, often with high humidity and varying visitor loads. Typical applications for sensors here include submersible pressure level sensors for monitoring water levels in pools and tanks, temperature sensors for controlling pool, room and sauna temperatures, leakage sensors and air quality sensors for controlling ventilation for comfortable climate and energy efficiency.

Venues, stages and multipurpose halls

In theaters, concert halls or multipurpose halls, sensor technology is relevant for both control and stage technology. Safety and functionality must be guaranteed at all times. Load cells and weighing sensors are used to control stage mechanics or lifting technology, smoke detectors / gas sensors for fire protection in densely populated indoor spaces, climate sensors to regulate the air in the auditorium depending on use, and structural sensors to control moving or temporary components.

Climbing gyms and indoor recreation centers

Dynamic sports and leisure facilities rely on sensor technology to ensure safety, monitor loads, and assess operational readiness. Force sensors are used to monitor climbing anchor points and trampoline springs. Access and motion sensors support visitor guidance and access control. Vibration sensors track the condition of load-bearing structures under stress, while air quality sensors optimise ventilation during periods of intense physical activity.

Amusement park attractions

In dynamic systems such as roller coasters and carousels, sensor technology plays a key role in ensuring safety, efficiency and continuous monitoring. This allows for smooth and reliable operation, even under high occupancy or heavy load conditions. Typical applications include: Linear position sensors and acceleration sensors for monitoring carriage movement. Load and vibration sensors for early detection of material fatigue. Tilt and inclination sensors, as well as temperature sensors, for drive system protection and structural stability. Data loggers for real-time monitoring, diagnostics and maintenance planning