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is a precise method used to measure and track the opening of cracks in walls, slabs, and other structural elements. It provides critical data on structural behavior, long-term stability, and the potential development of damage.
How it works
The service uses mechanical or digital crack gauges installed across existing cracks. These instruments record the width of the crack over time. Regular readings help identify trends in crack propagation and assess whether further action or repair is needed.
Target cracks are identified based on visual inspections or structural risk areas.
Crack gauges (manual or digital) are mounted securely on both sides of the crack.
Periodic readings are taken to detect even the smallest changes in width.
Measurement results are analyzed to determine the structural significance of the crack activity.
Process steps
Monitoring crack widths is essential in both new construction and diagnostics of aging or damaged structures.
Visual and structural analysis
Choose critical cracks to monitor based on their location and development stage.
Manual or digital gauges
Mount gauges with firm bonding to ensure stable and repeatable measurements.
Trend tracking
Take measurements according to a defined schedule (e.g. weekly or monthly).
Risk evaluation
uate if crack movement is active, passive, or critical for structural performance
Benefits
Monitors progressive changes that may lead to structural failure.
Simple and affordable method for assessing damage over time.
Provides factual basis for repair decisions or reinforcement.
Can be used on concrete, masonry, steel, or hybrid structures
Where it applies?
Digital gauges can detect changes as small as 0.01 mm, offering high-resolution data over time.
Yes — with appropriate protection, crack gauges function reliably in outdoor environments.
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
Geotechnical investigation
We operate in Europe as:
DK
DMT Engineers A/S
DMT Engineers A/S
Skomagervej 13C
7100 Vejle
CVR-np. 12476779
DE
DMT Ingenieure GmbH
DMT Ingenieure GmbH
Zum Audorfer See 9
D-24782 Büdelsdorf
Registergericht: Amtsgericht Kiel HRB 12196 KI
Geschäftsführer: Lars Gøttrup Christensen
USt-IdNr.: DE134866110
Sitz der Gesellschaft: Zum Audorfer See 9, D-24782 Büdelsdorf
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