Sentec
For over 25 years, we have delivered innovative, impactful designs that cut development time and boost market position.
Sentec is a leading technology and product development partner, transforming bold ideas into market-ready innovations across water, energy, and industry. With expertise in advanced sensors, ultra-low power devices, industrial IoT, and predictive analytics, we offer end-to-end consultancy from strategy to commercialization. As part of Xylem, we unite deep technical insight with global reach to help shape a more intelligent and sustainable future.
Technical focus areas
We offer deep technical capabilities across a range of disciplines:
-
Metrology
Developing accurate, reliable systems for sensing and data capture
-
Sensing technologies
Creating novel sensor technologies for a variety of environments and use cases
-
Power electronics
Designing energy-efficient, high-performance systems for modern devices and infrastructure
-
Edge computing
Enabling real-time, localised processing in connected systems to reduce latency and power use
-
Data analysis
Turning raw data into actionable insights by leveraging our deep understanding of underlying principles
-
Internet of things (IoT)
Building robust, scalable solutions that connect devices and unlock new value from data
-
Ultra-low-power
Long-life, battery powered devices or energy harvesting systems with optimised embedded firmware
-
Fundamental science
A scientific approach to de-risking, trobleshooting and validation of technical solutions
About Xylem's Sentec brand
Founded in 1997 in Cambridge, UK, Xylem's Sentec brand was born out of a passion for turning bold ideas into transformative technologies. From humble beginnings, we have grown into a leading innovation and technology consultancy, working at the intersection of science and engineering to solve complex challenges and bring breakthrough products to life.
Featured Case Studies
Secure in-field firmware updates to support more resilient connected products
From September 2026, manufacturers must meet active vulnerability reporting obligations of the CRA, with full enforcement following in December 2027.
Segments and applications
Our impact
-
100+ customers
-
> 40m products in the field
-
>$2.5b revenue generated to customers
Let’s Innovate Together
Reach out to us to find out how the Sentec team can partner with your business.