Celebrating 25 Years of Swiss Expertise

25 years of innovation, partnership, and Swiss precision. The next chapter begins now.

2001 — 2026. Twenty-five years.

This year, MC-monitoring proudly celebrates a quarter century of designing, manufacturing, and supporting condition monitoring solutions for rotating machinery. What began in 2001 as a small Swiss engineering team in Fribourg has grown into an internationally recognized name in the field of protection, monitoring, and diagnostic systems. Today, with more than 10,000 sensors shipped every year, over 1,000 monitored power plants around the globe, and two patented product lines, MC-monitoring is trusted by major OEMs, end-users, and engineering companies wherever rotating machinery plays a critical role.

As we mark this milestone, we want to take a moment to look back on the journey, recognize the people who made it possible, and share a glimpse of what comes next.

A journey shaped by innovation

From the very beginning, innovation has been at the core of who we are. Every breakthrough, every product, and every patent reflects the passion of generations of employees committed to making rotating machinery safer, more reliable, and more efficient.

Here are the key milestones that have shaped MC-monitoring over the past 25 years.

2001 — The foundation

MC-monitoring is founded in Fribourg, Switzerland, with a clear ambition: bring Swiss precision and engineering excellence to condition monitoring for rotating machinery.

2002–2009 — The art of sensors

A first generation of proprietary sensor technologies is developed and patented: the Air Gap Transmitter (AGT), patented in 2004, and the Fiberoptic Acceleration Sensor (FAS), patented in 2006. These foundational technologies, complemented by electrodynamic sensors with integrated electronics and runner clearance probes, establish MC-monitoring's signature in the field.

2007 — ISO 9001:2000 certification

MC-monitoring obtains its first ISO 9001 certification, formalizing a culture of quality already deeply rooted in the company and providing the foundation for further international growth.

2011 — Joining the Infoteam group

MC-monitoring becomes part of Infoteam Informatique Holding SA, a Swiss technology group active in industrial automation and software engineering. This integration opens a new chapter of growth, supported by shared resources and a long-term industrial vision, while MC-monitoring preserves its engineering culture.

2013 — A new home in Givisiez

MC-monitoring inaugurates a new facility in Givisiez, in the canton of Fribourg, supporting the company's growth and reinforcing its capacity to develop and manufacture in Switzerland.

2014 — The CMS-500 Orca software

Launch of the CMS-500 Orca condition monitoring software, marking a major step forward in data visualization, diagnostics, and predictive maintenance capabilities.

2015 — Second generation Fiberoptic FAS

A new generation of the Fiberoptic Acceleration Sensor (MEMS-based) is developed and later patented in 2017 — confirming MC-monitoring's continuous investment in advanced sensing technologies.

2016 — Third generation Air Gap Transmitter

The third generation of the AGT is released, delivering enhanced accuracy and long-term stability for hydro-generator monitoring worldwide.

2018 — Remote monitoring and Industry 4.0

Launch of the RTM (Rotor Temperature Monitor), introducing remote temperature sensing capabilities and reinforcing our commitment to connected, Industry 4.0-ready solutions.

2024 — The PLUS family

A transformative step forward. The launch of the PLUS product family introduces the PMS-300 PLUS rack-based system, the PMM-300 PLUS distributed module, and the enhanced CMS-500 PLUS software. Together they form a fully integrated multimodal monitoring platform built for the demands of modern industry.

Also, our Field Service team reaches a new milestone by achieving advanced-level Mobius Institute Vibration Analyst certifications. Building on years of accumulated expertise, this step reflects our continued investment in technical excellence and deepens the diagnostic capabilities we bring to our customers on site.

2025 — Smart Proximity System (SPS)

The Smart Proximity System (SPS) is officially released, a next-generation eddy-current measurement solution that redefines flexibility in shaft vibration and axial position monitoring. With its fully interchangeable probe, extension cable, and transmitter architecture, the SPS simplifies installation, replacement, and on-site maintenance for both new projects and retrofits.

2026 — 25 years of MC-monitoring

A quarter century of Swiss engineering excellence, and the beginning of an exciting new chapter.

The people behind the technology

Behind every sensor, every system, and every line of code, there is a team of engineers, researchers, technicians, and field service specialists who have made MC-monitoring what it is today. Some have been part of the journey for over two decades. Others bring fresh expertise and new perspectives.

Together, they form the multidisciplinary team that delivers the precision and reliability our customers count on every day, from sensor design and manufacturing in Givisiez to on-site commissioning and service across the globe.

This 25-year milestone belongs as much to them as to the company itself.

A foundation of trust

Over the years, MC-monitoring has earned its place as a trusted partner for many of the world's leading machine manufacturers, power producers, EPC contractors, and engineering companies. Our solutions protect critical rotating assets across a wide range of industries.

Today, our activity spans six key industrial segments, each with its own technical challenges and operational demands:

• Hydropower remains the heart of our business. From large hydroelectric power plants to pumped-storage units, our comprehensive monitoring solutions for air gap, magnetic flux, runner clearance, endwinding vibration, and bearing condition have shaped industry standards for decades.
• Wind energy, where our air gap sensors, magnetic flux transducers, and acceleration sensors support the reliability of direct-drive generators, including the most demanding offshore environments.
• Turbogenerators, where our solutions detect electrical and mechanical anomalies early on, helping operators safeguard the high-voltage components at the heart of power plant availability.
• Gearless mill drives, where our integrated monitoring systems and robust sensors meet the harsh operating conditions of the mining industry, supporting productivity and asset reliability.
• Pumps, fans, cooling towers, and auxiliary equipment, where we provide cost-effective condition monitoring solutions that extend equipment lifespan and prevent unplanned downtime in plants of every size.
• Gas and steam turbines, where our modular protection and monitoring systems deliver continuous supervision and contribute to extended life cycles for heavy-duty turbomachinery.

This diversity of applications is one of our greatest strengths. It reflects the versatility of our technology and the depth of expertise we have built over 25 years.

A worldwide network of qualified partners

Beyond our headquarters in Givisiez, MC-monitoring's reach extends across the globe through a carefully built network of qualified partners. Distributors, service providers, and engineering specialists, all of them experts in the field of condition monitoring, able to provide local presence, technical support, and service excellence to our customers wherever they operate.

These partnerships are more than commercial relationships. They are long-term collaborations grounded in shared technical standards, regular training, and mutual trust. Together, we ensure that the same level of Swiss engineering quality is delivered consistently around the world.

Looking ahead. The next 25 years start now

As we celebrate this anniversary, our focus is firmly on what comes next.

Our mission remains unchanged: to provide comprehensive condition monitoring solutions that combine high-performance sensors, advanced protection and acquisition systems, and predictive maintenance software. We help our customers optimize the reliability, efficiency, and safety of their critical assets while minimizing environmental impact and promoting sustainable operations.

Looking forward, our ambition is clear:

• Strengthen our leadership in the hydro market, where our expertise has shaped industry standards for decades and where the energy transition continues to create new opportunities.
• Expand into new industrial sectors where rotating machinery plays a critical role, from heavy industry to renewable energy, from oil and gas to pulp and paper and mining.
• Grow our global footprint through new partnerships and a stronger international presence, bringing Swiss condition monitoring expertise closer to our customers, wherever they operate.
• Continue to innovate with cutting-edge technologies such as multimodal monitoring, remote diagnostics, cybersecurity-ready platforms, and predictive intelligence, to anticipate the needs of tomorrow's industries.

Twenty-five years ago, MC-monitoring was founded on a simple belief: that listening to rotating machines, closely, precisely, and intelligently, could change the way critical assets are operated and maintained. That belief still drives us today, and it will continue to guide us for the next 25 years and beyond.

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