What Sara Electronic Instruments does

Sara Electronic Instruments SRL is an Italian privately held designer and manufacturer of seismic instrumentation, founded in 1977 and headquartered in Perugia, Italy, with 11-50 employees. The company produces seismographs (DoReMi, GeoBox, SL06, VelBox, EduGeo), accelerographs (AceBox, ShakeBot), and a broad sensor family including the in-house Force Balance Accelerometer SA-10, the Galperin-configuration BroadBand SS08, short-period velocimeters (SS45/SS20/SS10/SS05/SS02), borehole and downhole sensors (SS-BHV, DownHole Probe), and DoReMi geophones. Core hardware is designed and assembled in the company's own laboratory, with a proprietary software stack (SEISMOWIN suite and SEISMONUX embedded firmware) covering data acquisition, processing, network management, Earthquake Early Warning, and MODBUS-based industrial automation. Devices expose data via the SeedLink protocol and integrate with third-party seismic software ecosystems (Earthworm, Seislog, SeiscomP).

The company sells primarily to B2B customers across three primary verticals — civil and structural engineering (bridges, dams, hospitals, historic buildings), geophysical survey firms (MASW, ReMi, refraction, reflection, downhole, HVSR, ESAC/SPAC), and seismological research institutions — with secondary exposure to oil & gas reservoir/induced-seismicity monitoring and educational/amateur seismology. Revenue is generated through one-time hardware sales (seismographs, sensors, accessories), software licensing, and professional services including calibration, field assistance (Geophysics HELP), monitoring infrastructure design delivered as SaaS, custom design, instrument upgrades (including decades-old legacy hardware), and training. Pricing is quote-based with prepayment required and no public list prices; reconditioned products are offered at reduced prices with a one-year warranty. Distribution is direct via website contact forms and email, supplemented by industry-conference presence (AGU2025, booth 728) and prior geophysics courses run with the Ordine dei Geologi dell'Umbria.

Notable partnerships include a 2018 collaboration with INGV (Istituto Nazionale di Geofisica e Vulcanologia) to build the Central Italian Seismic Array (C.I.S.AR.), a 9-sensor triaxial velocimetric array used for beam-forming and F-K analysis, and an ongoing data-sharing relationship with IESN (Italian Experimental Seismic Network). Smaller collaborations with GeoEnergizers and LPGeognostica support development of the MARW method for urban-planning geology. The company holds a patent on the Dome® fast-deployment accessory and advertises itself on a "Made in Italy" heritage and value-for-money positioning versus high-end global competitors.

Name

Sara Electronic Instruments

Legal name

SARA ELECTRONIC INSTRUMENTS SRL

Website

https://sara.pg.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

1977

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Sara Electronic Instruments (Perugia, Italy; est. 1977) designs and manufactures seismographs, accelerographs, seismic sensors, and the SEISMOWIN software suite for civil engineering, geophysical survey, and seismological research customers. The firm sells direct via quote-based B2B pricing, with a 11-50 employee base and global market reach.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Seismic Instrumentation

NAICS

Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (33451), Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals (334515)

SIC

Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Instruments For Meas & Testing Of Electricity & Elec Signals (3825)

akta.pro primary industry

Power Quality, Metering & Monitoring (HDACAJAG)

Keywords

• Seismic instrumentation
• Seismograph manufacturing
• Geophysical sensors
• Structural health monitoring
• Seismic data acquisition

Headquarters

HQ city

Perugia

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales - Seismographs and Recorders: Sale of seismograph instruments including monitoring seismographs (SL06, VelBox), exploration seismographs (DoReMi, GeoBox), and educational seismographs (EduGeo). These are one-time hardware purchases with various channel configurations.
2. Hardware Sales - Sensors: Sale of seismic sensors including broadband sensors (SS08, SS08C, SS08-BH/PH), short-period velocimeters (SS45, SS20, SS10, SS05, SS02), force balance accelerometers (SA-10), borehole sensors (SS-BHV, DownHole Probe), and geophones for DoReMi.
3. Software Licenses: Sale and licensing of SEISMOWIN software suite, GeoExplorer modules (MARW, REFRACT), and SEISMONUX embedded software. SEISMOWIN is available as a free download with suite modules.
4. Professional Services: Services including calibration, geophysics HELP (field assistance and data processing), monitoring infrastructure design (SaaS), custom design, instruments upgrade, and training courses.
5. Accessories: Sale of accessories including GPS antennas, triggers, trigger extensions, shot plates, geophone holders/tripods, leveling feet, cases, USB adapters, power supplies (ALSW), and Dome deployment systems.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Sara Electronic Instruments designs, manufactures, and sells seismic instruments including seismographs, accelerographs, sensors (broadband, short-period, borehole, force balance accelerometers), and proprietary SEISMOWIN software for seismological, geophysical, and engineering applications. The company provides complementary professional services such as calibration, monitoring infrastructure design, remote support, custom design, instrument upgrades, and training courses, with all hardware designed and assembled in-house at its laboratory in Perugia, Italy.

Product overview

Sara Electronic Instruments is a specialized manufacturer of seismological, geophysical, and vibrometer instruments. The product portfolio includes seismographs (DoReMi, GeoBox, SL06, VelBox, EduGeo), accelerographs (AceBox, ShakeBot), sensors (SA10 force balance accelerometers, SS08 broadband sensors, SS08C compact sensors, SS-BHV borehole sensors, SS45/SS20/SS10/SS05/SS02 short-period seismometers, DownHole probes, DoReMi geophones), and the SEISMOWIN software suite. Products integrate with third-party seismic software (Earthworm, Seislog, SeiscomP) via SeedLink protocol. The company also provides geophysical services including calibration, monitoring infrastructure design, remote support, custom design, instrument upgrades, and courses. Accessories include GPS antennas, holders, domes, shot plates, triggers, and carrying cases.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• DoReMi: Multichannel seismograph with digital telemetry, fully modular, for MASW, REMI, Refraction, Reflexion, Downhole geophysical surveys.
• SEISMOWIN
• GeoBox
• SL06
• VelBox
• SA10
• SS08
• EduGeo
• ShakeBot
• AceBox
• SS-BHV
• DownHole Probe (SSBH-5C)

Products and services

• DoReMi Seismograph Multichannel seismograph with digital telemetry, fully modular. Supports MASW, REMI, Refraction, Reflection, and Downhole techniques. Features 16-bit or 24-bit digitizer channels distributed along the cable with digital transmission for immunity from electromagnetic pollution. For geophysical survey companies.
• GeoBox Seismograph Triaxial digital seismograph for temporary or permanent monitoring. Works well for HVSR (Nakamura), structural damage health evaluation, and modal analysis. Requires PC/laptop to record data. For civil engineering and structural health monitoring applications.
• SL06 Seismograph Seismograph with 3, 4, 6, 8, 9, 12 channels for permanent monitoring. Exceptional connectivity and automation features. Supports various sensor configurations for seismic monitoring networks.
• VelBox Velocitimeter Triaxial velocitimeter for permanent monitoring that can also be used for temporary surveys. All-in-one system incorporating SL06 with sensors. Exceptional connectivity and automation features with streaming capability.
• EduGeo Seismograph Low-cost seismograph with 3 channels, with or without GPS. Recommended for amateur monitoring and educational activities. Based on SR04 digitizer. Can connect to IESN network. For educational and amateur seismology users.
• AceBox Accelerograph High-performance accelerograph based on SL06, equipped with three Force Balance Accelerometers (SA-10). Records seismic signal at high resolution to embedded USB memory. Features FTP client/server and SeedLink protocol for real-time data transmission. For strong motion recording.
• ShakeBot Accelerograph Low-cost, high-performance MEMS-based accelerograph. Runs Linux OS with SeismoNux application software. Compact solution providing the majority of SL06/AceBox functionalities at ultra-low cost. Suitable for structural monitoring.
• SA-10 Force Balance Accelerometer True Force Balance Accelerometer (FBA), entirely designed and assembled in-house. Wide dynamic range with ultra-high dynamic range and ultra low noise. Available in single, bi, and triaxial versions. Competes with high-end sensors at excellent value. For seismological and engineering applications.
• SS08 BroadBand Seismometer BroadBand seismometer designed for fast deployment with wide operating temperature range. Based on Galperin's configuration with ultra low noise figure and very low power consumption (<0.5W). For global seismology and local seismic monitoring.
• SS08C Compact BroadBand Seismometer Compact, portable broad-band triaxial seismometer designed for quick and simple installation, wide temperature operations and safe transport. For global seismological observation and temporary networks.
• SS-BHV Borehole Sensor Posthole and borehole sensor carrier designed to embed velocitimeters or accelerometers. Controls sensor orientation up to 10-15m from surface with passive spring blocking system. Motorized lock systems allow high depth deployment up to 1000m. For seismic monitoring and reservoir monitoring.
• SS45/SS20/SS10/SS05/SS02 Short-Period Velocitimeters Short period linearized velocitimeters using geophone cells. Feature Lippmann method for extended flat band. Ideal for microtremor and geophysical exploration. High amplification (400V/m/s) suitable for HVSR measurements.
• DownHole Probe (SSBH-5C) 5-channel modular sensor probe for borehole seismic prospection. Easy to use with electrical blocking system and embedded battery. Reaches 50m depth standard, customizable. Can combine 2 sensors for true interval velocity technique.
• DoReMi Geophones Land cased geophones for seismic prospection. Available in various natural frequencies, sensitivities, and vibration axes for different survey techniques (MASW, Refraction, Reflection, ReMi, ESAC/SPAC).
• SEISMOWIN Software Suite Software suite for seismological, geophysical, and engineering purposes. Includes modules SEISMOSERVER, SEISMOLOG, SEISMOCONV, SEISMODESK, SEISMOSTRU, SEISMOSURVEY, SEISMODRUM, SEISMONET, SEISMOREPORT, SEISMORESP, and SEISMOSCAN. Automatic installation and updates. Free download available with paid suite modules.
• SEISMONUX Embedded Software Software for AceBox and VelBox with specific functionality and automation for Earthquake Early Warning, messaging, and industrial automation via MODBUS protocol.
• GPS Antenna GPS antenna for SL06, SR04, VelBox, AceBox, and Digital Array instruments. Primary purpose is data synchronization to UTC standard time reference for seismic data alignment.
• Dome® Fast Deployment System Fast deployment dome for GeoBox and sensors. Allows quick and easy positioning on any type of substrate. Patented product.
• Holder / Tripod Geophone supports for stiff surfaces where direct ground planting is not possible. Compatible with active techniques (MASW, Refraction, Reflection) and passive techniques (ReMi, ESAC/SPAC).
• Shot Plate (Piastra di battuta) Impact plate for active seismic surveys with DoReMi. Available in PVC or aluminum. PVC acts as low-pass filter for surface wave analysis; aluminum maintains high frequencies for body wave analysis.
• Monitoring Infrastructure Workspace Design Turnkey monitoring infrastructure design and deployment as SaaS. Provides Windows desktop via RDP, pre-installed software, VPN, FTP/SFTP access, daily backups, and data processing customization. For seismic monitoring network operators.
• Geophysics HELP Service Field assistance and data processing support service for geophysical survey work. Contactable via [email protected]. For geophysical survey companies needing expert support.

Quantifiable outcome

• Ultra low noise recordings can match or exceed high-end instruments
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• INGV (Istituto Nazionale di Geofisica e Vulcanologia)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2018In 2018, Sara Electronic Instruments collaborated with INGV to create the Central Italian Seismic Array (C.I.S.AR.), an array with maximum radius of 1000m composed of 9 triaxial velocimetric sensors of 5 seconds. The collaboration enabled advanced seismological monitoring with beam forming and F-K analysis capabilities.
• GeoEnergizersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on development and testing of MARW method for geological contexts where Vs30 and/or detailed deep seismicity are essential. Used in urban planning applications.
• LPGeognosticaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on development and testing of MARW method for geological characterization in urban planning contexts.
• IESN (Italian Experimental Seismic Network)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-standing collaboration for data sharing. IESN is the Italian Experimental Seismic Network. Many of Sara Electronic Instruments' EduGeo customers have become affiliated with IESN to monitor territory, share knowledge, and generate awareness.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Kinemetrics Inc. US-based manufacturer of seismographs, accelerographs, and seismic monitoring systems (Etna, K2, Basalt). Competes head-to-head with Sara's SL06, AceBox, and ShakeBot product lines for observatory, strong-motion, and structural monitoring deployments globally.
• Güralp Systems Ltd: UK-based designer and manufacturer of broadband seismic sensors, strong-motion accelerometers, and digital acquisition systems. Directly comparable product portfolio (force-balance accelerometers, broadband seismometers, digitizers) serving the same seismology, geophysics, and structural-monitoring customer base as Sara Electronic Instruments.
• Nanometrics Inc. Canadian manufacturer of broadband seismometers, strong-motion accelerometers, and seismic monitoring networks. Overlaps directly with Sara's SS08 broadband, SA-10 FBA, and turnkey monitoring infrastructure offerings for academic and government seismology customers.
• GeoSIG Ltd: Swiss manufacturer of strong-motion accelerographs, seismic sensors, and structural-monitoring systems. Directly comparable to Sara's AceBox, ShakeBot, and structural health monitoring offerings, with similar mid-size, specialist positioning in EEW and civil engineering.

Broad incumbents

• INOVA Geophysical: Subsidiary of BGP/CGG providing seismic acquisition equipment, nodes, and vibroseis systems for exploration. Overlaps with Sara's exploration geophones and DoReMi seismic recorder family in the geophysical survey contractor segment.
• Reftek (now part of Trimble): Reftek (acquired by Trimble) is an established seismic digitizer and recorder brand competing with Sara's DoReMi and SL06 lines. As part of Trimble, it leverages a much larger industrial positioning and global services footprint.
• Geospace Technologies: US-based manufacturer of seismic sensors (geophones, accelerometers) and acquisition systems with global oil & gas and exploration reach. Overlaps with Sara's geophones, borehole probes, and short-period velocimeters across exploration and reservoir monitoring applications.
• Sercel: France-based global leader in seismic acquisition equipment for oil & gas and subsurface exploration. Competes with Sara's exploration seismograph product family (DoReMi, GeoBox, DownHole probes) but at a much larger scale across the energy and geophysics markets.

Emerging players

• Lunitek: Italian seismic and geophysical instrumentation specialist with overlapping product range in seismic monitoring stations and structural monitoring. Directly comparable regional competitor within Italy for observatory and civil-engineering deployments.
• Raspberry Shake: Open-hardware/crowdsourced seismograph vendor targeting amateur, educational, and citizen-science networks. Competes at the lower end with Sara's EduGeo line and represents the commoditization pressure facing traditional seismic instrument makers.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/SaraSeismoBUL

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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