A significant new hydropower plant is being built by Energie AG at the Traunfall in Upper Austria. This large-scale project will combine existing facilities to significantly boost sustainable energy production. A key focus during this process is ensuring the safety of the historic Traunfall Bridge, which is Austria’s first arch bridge. This is where Rocket NG’s advanced monitoring technology comes into play.
The Traunfall Bridge: A Protected Landmark
Built in 1925, the Traunfall Bridge is an engineering marvel and an important cultural heritage site. During the new power plant’s three-year construction, continuous monitoring of the bridge is crucial to guarantee its structural integrity.
Energie AG: Investing in the Future of Energy
Construction of the new Traunfall power plant officially began in June 2025. The goal is to increase annual electricity production by 80% to 125 GWh. The plant is expected to be up and running by 2028, marking a major step forward for the energy transition in Upper Austria.
Rocket NG: Smart Tech for Maximum Safety
Rocket NG is proud to be a part of this project. Our IoT solutions provide 24/7 real-time monitoring of the Traunfall Bridge. Our system, which includes tough Rocket Sensors, wireless Rocket Nodes, and the central Rocket Core analysis platform, allows for:
- Early detection: Immediately spotting even the tiniest changes.
- Predictive maintenance: Planning maintenance proactively.
- Autonomy: Battery-powered systems that don’t need outside electricity.
- Data security: All data is stored in Austrian data centers.
Using our technology on the Traunfall Bridge is a perfect example of how modern IoT solutions can protect historic infrastructure while supporting the growth of renewable energy. We strongly believe that combining tradition with innovation is the key to a safe and sustainable future!
Further details to read:
Wikipedia: https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Traunfall
News about the new power plant: https://news.energieag.at/news-energie-ag-spatenstich-fuer-neubau-des-laufwasserkraftwerks-traunfall?id=219258&menueid=917&l=deutsch
