January 2011 - Amusement Today

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Scheduled for Jan. 30 to Feb. 4 in Orlando, Fla.
NAARSO expects good turnout for 24th annual safety seminar
Mary Wade Burnside
tagout” procedures as set
Amusement Today forth by the U.S. Occupational SEE RELATED SAFETY STORIES:
Safety and Health Adminis-
In October, a 53-year-old tration (OSHA) in which a  PAGE 25: AIMS SEMINAR A SUCCESS
man was killed on the It’s a lock is placed on a ride’s start-
Small World attraction at Dis- ing mechanism and a note is
neyland Paris when someone placed on it explaining not to  PAGE 25: ASTM HONORS GREG HALE
started the ride while he was start up the ride. If there are
working on it and he became five workers on a ride, there
trapped under a boat. are five locks, Barber said. “It will be more of an ad- industry or have never been and incorporates those guide-
That’s just the type of “The machine is not start- vanced situation,” Patton said. to NAARSO before and there lines into the classes, Patton
accident that could — and ed until the last lock is re- “Last year we were in Fam- is a secondary set of classes said.
should— have been prevent- moved,” Barber said. ily Kingdom Park at Myrtle for those who hold NAARSO “Some states require any-
ed, said James Barber, chair of Lockout/tagout proce- Beach, and at that park they certification,” Patton said. body that’s doing inspections
the communications commit- dures are just one of many top- divided our attendees into “They can pick classes that are on rides to be NAARSO-certi-
tee of the National Association ics that will be covered from groups and each group went more challenging and more in- fied,” Barber said. “That was
of Amusement Ride Safety Of- Jan. 30 to Feb. 4 during the to a ride and were asked, depth.” never our intention when we
ficials (NAARSO) and a past 24th Annual NAARSO Safety ‘What do you think the inspec- NAARSO certification started this program, but we
president and member of the Seminar that will be held at tion points on this ride are?’ lasts for two years and then take it to heart when we say
certification board. the International Palms Resort They would say, ‘This and this the individual must get 32 our certification standards are
“That’s where the industry in Orlando, Fla. and this,’ and we would say, hours of continuing educa- high enough to ensure that
has to continue to emphasize About 60 to 70 classes will ‘This is what the manufacturer tion to renew the certification certificate holders have met
the safety of those individuals be taught during the four days recommendation is and this is for another two years, Patton certain requirements.”
and keep them safe,” Barber of instruction. Participants what you should be looking at said. That includes a written
said. “There’s an old adage also will have the opportunity so they could see those points Those who are “new to the examination as well as docu-
that many times, people are so to get hands-on training at on the ride.” industry” must have a high mented time in the industry,
familiar with a ride and that’s Universal Studios on Feb. 2. Attendees will be divided school diploma or equivalen- Barber said.
when they become careless. “We were excited that Uni- into two tracks: newcomers cy plus one year in the indus- Massachusetts is one state
That’s not generally the case, versal asked us to come in,” who never have attended a try, or, without a high school that requires NAARSO certifi-
but it happens. It happens at said Connie Patton, NAAR- NAARSO seminar before and diploma, three years in the in- cation for ride inspectors, Bar-
home when you are stepping SO’s office manager. “It’s a those who have NAARSO cer- dustry, Patton said. ber added.
on a chair instead of a steplad- great hands-on activity.” tification who need continuing As different states have Florida, for instance, Pat-
der. We all do stupid things. Participants will not learn education to keep their certifi- different requirements for their ton said, requires inspectors
We try to emphasize that you about the working amusement cation current. inspectors, NAARSO certifica- to have 40 hours of continu-
have to stay safe yourself be- rides at the park but instead “With our program, on tion has different interpreta- ing education each year. In
fore you can keep the public will attend workshops in the the Monday and Tuesday, we tion depending on the area the Missouri, if the inspector has
safe.” back shops where they will be divide attendees into a prima- inspector will be practicing. a NAARSO certification, they
Ride inspectors can do able to deal with electrical cars ry set of classes for those in- NAARSO keeps current with turn in an application and
that by following “lockout/ and the welding shop. dividuals who are new to the ASTM International standards 4See NAARSO, page 4
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Gary Slade
Founder and Publisher
[email protected]
Time for stability
The recently concluded WWA and IAAPA trade shows
at the end of 2010, both finished with good, strong, positive
shows. Attitudes were upbeat. New orders were being both
planned and placed. In general the mood was good. And that is
something this industry (in the U.S.) has not seen in a number
of years.
Despite the long list of bad things that have happened to
this industry in recent years, many positives continue to out-
weigh the negatives. The shortsighted closing of Geauga Lake
was offset by the long-range vision to bring Coney Island back
to its glorious heyday. Phase one of that plan came to life this
year with the opening of Luna Park. The poor management
decisions that led to the rise and very quick fall of Hard Rock
Park will be offset by the new vision Merlin has to transform
the historic Cypress Gardens into Legoland Florida. And while Tim Baldwin
the indoor waterpark growth may have slowed a bit, new wa-
IAAPA Expo presented “What’s New” on many levels
terparks continue to spring up, especially in the partnerships
private operators are enjoying with municipalities, who are
stuck with aging city pools. The IAAPA trade show this past fresh ideas at theming, original concepts
But several park chains continue to tread on unstable November had such a good vibe going, it and more efficient ways of doing business
ground and need to find stability in a hurry. was really rewarding to feel the renewed are all on display.
energy permeating throughout the show. AT took note of some intriguing new
While Six Flags may have emerged from bankruptcy, it is
With a recovering, but tentative, economy ideas presented on the floor. For an out-
far from being healthy. The parks continue to show their age
being brought back to the show, it is almost look on some of the engaging new exhibi-
and are still in need of paint and infrastructure improvements.
time to give the expo a fresh look. tors on the trade show floor this past
While this had been an area of great improvement under Mark
For vendors, the November show is Baldwin November, AT will begin a series of articles
Shapiro’s guidance, only time will tell if the new leadership somewhat of a return to the old annual in February’s issue on what might be some
will keep this train on the proper tracks. grind. It’s necessary for business, but with the right fresh new ideas that happen to be a good fit for
Another park chain, Cedar Fair, continues to make news synergy with the customers, IAAPA can be hugely you.
like a daytime television soap. The internet chatter is 24/7 on invigorating. It appeared that was being felt this High marks also have to be given to the IAAPA
what will happen with its CEO/board seat dispute. Only time time around. Vendors and exhibitors were brightly organization for a solid selection of classes, work-
optimistic. shops and seminars for its membership. Classes
will tell how this drama will play out.
For the customers and buyers, it is easy to ranging from crisis control to new social media
And that leads us to the group of CNL-owned parks that
fall into a trap of darting into the show, seeing networking, as well as presentations on the indus-
were formally managed by Parc Management. Numerous sup-
who you planned to see, and then getting out. It’s try’s past to training your staff for the future — it
pliers remain unpaid for services or products provided, thus
unfortunate when time constraints, or the sense was there. Attendees had to feel these offerings
placing these parks on a pre-pay status. The CNL ownership that the show is the “same old thing,” take hold of were time well spent. It’s a great service IAAPA
group, having just given Parc the boot, must now choose its our time dedicated to the show. As demonstrated offers its members. Be sure to utilize it to your best
new management firm wisely, and one that has the best interest in the various pages of coverage in this issue of advantage in the shows to come.
of its parks, and its paying customers in mind. If they don’t, the Amusement Today, there are new things to be found As we all head into a brand new year, make a
road to recovery will need GPS assistance. at the show. Established manufacturers are rolling mental note to give the next trade show, whether
out new products, new rides, and expanding their it be IAAPA next November, or something else
This industry needs stability in both its management staff,
catalogue of attractions. New vendors are adding in between, a hard look when attending. Make
operations and in its ownership of parks. It’s time to put the
to the resources available to our industry. If one but a commitment to give it a fresh set of eyes. You
guests first again and that starts with STABILITY at ALL levels.
takes the time to seriously give the vast network never know when amazing new answers are right
—Gary Slade of vendors a strong look, new sources of revenue, in front of you.
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January 2011 AMUSEMENT TODAY 3
Favorite amusement ride My favorite place to hang out is …
Revenge of the Mummy due to its prototypical nature, The small, Eastern Shore fishing village of Crisfield that
technological innovation, and outstanding ride experi- is best reached by small plane. The locals live a simple
ence. lifestyle that revolves around the size of the crab and the
length of the Rockfish.
Compiled by Janice Witherow Best thing about the industry
Lifelong friendships I’ve made, and the pure joy one sees When it comes to wine, do you prefer red or white?
Jim Seay
in guests who ride our attractions. Red. It makes it harder for my doctor to argue against.
Premier Rides
If I wasn’t working in the amusement industry, I would … My biggest worry is …
Jim Seay first explored the limits of
Still be in the aerospace industry with Howard Hughes’ Not exceeding the expectations of my customers.
flight technology while working in the
company Hughes Aircraft.
aerospace industry as a project engineer
You live in Maryland. The one place everyone should
for Hughes Aircraft in the 1980s. Today,
The thing I like most about amusement/waterpark see who visits your state is …
as president of Premier Rides, Jim’s
season is … The Chesapeake Bay, especially on the Eastern Shore,
passion for flight continues, and he has
It’s much like the first day of the baseball or football which has spectacular wildlife.
applied his “aero” expertise to design
season; the eternal optimism for a great season.
some of the most innovative amusement
Seay For me, the ideal Sunday morning consists of …
rides in the business, such as the LIM-
Three things I always carry in my briefcase are … Brunch with my friends at my house prior to heading to
powered roller coaster and the Liquid
The newest generation laptop, my iPad, and the current M&T Stadium for a Ravens football game.
and Water coasters. He serves as chairman of the ASTM
issue of Flying Magazine.
F24 Committee, sits on the board of directors for AIMS
My all-time favorite restaurant would have to be …
and is very involved with several IAAPA committees.
The funniest thing that has happened to me lately is … Asia De Cuba Restaurant at the Mondrian Hotel in West
When you meet Jim, you know you’ve met a friend; plus
While hiking on the shore in Connecticut on Thanksgiving Hollywood, California.
his zest for life, genuine interest in people and knowledge
Day, I ran into a group of bird fanatics in full gear who were
make him a true asset to the industry.
tracking a rare tropical bird who was obviously migrating Facebook: a necessity or a nuisance?
the wrong way. When asked if I was there for the bird, I Both.
Title
responded that I was there to eat the bird later at dinner; they
President.
were not amused. It’s January! What’s your New Year’s resolution?
To continue to prove the economic doomsayers wrong
Number of years with Premier Rides
Pick one: Mediterranean cruise or skiing in Switzerland and exceed expectations.
15 years.
Skiing in Switzerland, of course, since I was born in
Geneva.
Biggest challenge facing our industry
The transition from the traditional family owner who
It is 8 p.m. Where would we typically find you?
lives and breathes the park business 24 hours a day to the To suggest a candidate for the Two-Minute Drill
On a commercial plane traveling to or from either a client
hedge fund owners who apply a different set of criteria feature, contact columnist Janice Witherow at jwith-
or industry event.
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NAARSO ing subjects as coaster chain
maintenance to dealing with
Continued from page 1
the media. A full brochure list-
ing all the classes can be found
they can inspect amusement
at NAARSO’s website, www.
rides in Missouri.
naarso.com.
“Each state is individually
Barber noted that one
creating how they are using
teacher will be well-known
As many as 70 classes on certification programs within
industry insider and hydrau-
amusement ride safety are the industry,” Patton said.
lics expert David Collins, who
In addition to the lock-
scheduled during the 24th
has worked at Disneyland in
out/tagout procedures that
annual NAARSO safety
California “and all over the
Barber will go over with stu-
seminar in Orlando, world.”
dents, they also will have the
Jan. 30 to Feb. 4. After a week of classes
opportunity to learn about
PHOTOS COURTESY and the hands-on day at Uni-
such important topics at hy-
NAARSO versal Studios, participants
draulics and such wide rang-
will have the opportunity for
a four-hour intense study re-
view, Patton said.
“That’s basically a four-
hour class in which the instruc-
tor goes over a large range of
subjects that are applicable to
the amusement industry and
recap things that are electrical
in nature and hydraulic in na-
ture and what the individual
might find on the certification
exam,” she said.
Then the students can take
either the Level I or Level II
exams Friday afternoon.
Tuition with NAARSO
membership is $425 and with-
out is $475.
Patton does not know how
many participants to expect
for the seminar. Last year, 185
attended, which organizers
thought was good considering
the economy and more than
anticipated.
“Last year, we thought if
we can get 150, we’d be doing
good because a large number
of states have had to cut back
on people who could travel.
When we got 185, we were de-
lighted.
“In light of the economy
and that we still have states
that are having budget crunch-
es, we are going in with the
same attitude. If we can get
150, we’ll be happy with the
numbers. But we sure would
love to have more.”
January 2011 AMUSEMENT TODAY 5
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BRIEF Holiday Park purchase brings Plopsa brand to Germany
Efteling plans Andrew Mellor
commented Wolfgang Sch- in which we can also give a
Amusement Today neider, former managing part- home to the Studio100 media
new section,
ner of the venue. characters such as Maya the
dark ride in 2012 In a move that will see The deal was concluded Bee and Vicky the Viking is a
the Plopsa brand of parks tak- between Schneider and Plop- logical strategy.”
ing root in another European sa Group managing director Holiday Park will clearly
Still reeling from the
country, Germany’s Holiday Steve Van den Kerkhof, who be transformed over a period
success of the 2010 instal-
Park has been purchased by said of the acquisition: “We of time as it is developed into
lation of Joris en de Draak
the Belgium based Studio 100, wanted to expand the Plopsa a Plopsa themed park and Van
(a GCII-designed racing/
owners of the Plopsa group brand into Germany. We have den Kerkhof explained how
dueling wooden roller
of indoor and outdoor theme one big outdoor park and three this will work.
coaster), officials at Eftel-
parks. indoor parks in Belgium, and “There is a difference be-
ing, located in Kaatsheu-
Having been established in Germany we were looking tween short and long term
vel, The Netherlands, are
in 1971 by the Schneider fam- for an outdoor park that was changes. For 2011 we will try
already looking to the fu-
ily, Holiday Park grew to be- not too big and therefore too to have some Maya the Bee
ture. The park announced
come one of the leading attrac- expensive. There are not so presence, such as a live show,
in late September that they
tion parks in Germany, and many parks for sale that are along with costume characters
had received permission to
celebrates its 40th anniversary neither too big or too small so of Maya and Vicki the Viking
create a new section of the
in 2011. However, with no fam- Holiday Park was ideal. There to meet and greet visitors. We
park that would mark the
ily members coming through are 20 million people within will look to change the content
park's 60th anniversary. PHOTO COURTESY
to take over the running of the a two to two and a half hour on some of the existing rides,
Slated to open in stag- PLOPSA/STUDIO 100
park, the decision was taken to drive of the park and a lot of so that we move from an at-
es, the new section located Plopsa Group managing di-
sell. land around the site which we traction park to a theme park,
within the Pardoes Prom- rector Steve Van den Kerk-
“I am glad that Holiday can use for growth. and will start this process on
enade and Efteling Brink hof and Studio 100 charac-
Park will further grow in the And he added: “A dedi- existing rides and then begin
area of the park will be Plopsa group successfully,” cated theme park in Germany 4See PLOPSA, page 6 ter Plop.
called Realm of Fantasy.
It will open in 2012 and Dreamworld's Tower of Terror gets a revamp
will include a new themed
restaurant dubbed Polles
Kitchen. Andrew Mellor
vehicle in the depths of the
In 2013, the second Dreamworld’s revamped Tower of Amusement Today Tower’s “lair” in a darkened
phase will debut and in- Terror ride offers guests a new
void. As the ride program
clude Hearts Garden, a experience and new thrills thanks to
Australia’s Dreamworld begins, guests wait in si-
large dark ride that will a new vehicle from Intamin and a new
has re-launched its popular lence for a few milliseconds
utilize Vekoma's intrigu- tunnel section added to the launch Tower of Terror ride, adding a before being blasted back-
ing Pandora's Box ride sys-
area of the ride. new twist to one of the coun- wards out of a 206 meter
tem. According to reports,
try’s most iconic scream ma- (676 foot) tunnel and reach-
Hartenhof will feature
PHOTO COURTESY chines. ing up to 161 kph (100 mph)
large sets of seats that can
DREAMWORLD Dubbed Tower of Ter- in just seven seconds. They
move both vertically and
ror II, the Intamin-built ride, then soar 100 meters (328
laterally as they relocate
which first opened at the park feet) into the air where they
from scene to scene within
in 1997, has been “reloaded dangle for a few seconds of
the dark ride building.
and reversed,” literally, to of- weightlessness before plum-
The Realm of Fantasy is
fer thrill seekers a brand new meting back down to earth
expected to carry a price tag
experience. Originally taking face first and back into what
of $57.8 million (€42.5 mil-
riders out of the loading sta- looks like a very narrow
lion), which would make it
tion in a front facing direction, tunnel entrance, to return to
the most expensive attrac-
the revamped ride now sees the loading station.
tion in Efteling's history. 4See TOWER, page 6
riders harnessed into the ride
6 AMUSEMENT TODAY January 2011
PLOPSA
Oscar Bruch's Bellevue
Continued from page 5
to introduce new ones. We wheel highlights Europa's
want to get the characters in as
soon as possible so we have a holiday celebration
unique selling position at the
park.”
The plan is to have three Germany's Europa Park, vue wheel on the fair circuit
or four Plopsa themed venues decked out in plenty of holi- since 1994. The massive ride
in Germany within the next day finery, had a new star dur- features 42 gondolas that pro-
five years, with one large out- ing the holiday season — the vide stunning views of Europa
door park and three indoor Bellevue big wheel. Park and its holiday decora-
parks, as is the case in the Rising majestically over tions. The ride was in opera-
Benelux countries. A figure of the rocky landscape of the tion at Europa for the duration
100 million Euros ($130.5 mil- park's Iceland section — open of the holiday event, which
lion USD) is set to be invested during the winter for the first runs through Jan. 9, 2011.
by Studio 100 in Germany by time — Bellevue's colorful Oscar Bruch's majestic Bel-
2016, in park acquisition/cre- lighting is reflected below in levue wheel is a highlight
ation and development, with the waters of the Mack-de- of the holiday celebration
a target of 2.5 million visitors signed Whale Adventures – underway at Germany's Eu-
overall by the same year. Splash Tours.
ropa Park. The 180-foot-tall
Owned by German show-
Nauta-Bussink-designed
man Oscar Bruch, this clas-
TOWER wheel will operate at Eu-
sic attraction was designed in
ropa through Jan. 9, 2011.
Continued from page 5 Art Nouveau style and built
PHOTO COURTESY
by Nauta-Bussink. The Bruch
Tower of Terror II main- EUROPA PARK
family has featured the Belle-
tains its use of a single, 14
passenger vehicle on the ride,
Premier Rides to supply LIM coaster to Indonesia
which has a duration of 27
seconds. Total ride cycle time
(load, unload) is between two Trans Studio recently an- of Trans Studio, commented
and a half and three minutes. nounced that Premier Rides on the quality of Premier’s
“The Tower of Terror has has been selected to build the products: “We were very im-
been a rite of passage for al- signature attraction for the pressed with the quality and
most every Australian teen- new Trans Studio Theme Park reliability of Premier’s work
ager and the re-launched ride at Bundung Supermal in Indo- when we recently visited Re-
will build on that terror fac- nesia. Premier was chosen af- venge of the Mummy at Uni-
tor,” commented Dreamworld ter an exhaustive search. This versal Studios Singapore. We
CEO Noel Dempsey. “It in- will be the first launch coaster especially like the dedication
corporates three major fears in Indonesia using a LIM mag- shown by Premier’s personnel
— high speeds, falling from netic propulsion system. working and meeting all of the
great heights and dark, con- The unnamed ride is quite client’s goals.”
fined spaces. Instead of fac- similar to Premier's Mr. Freeze Wijaya added, “Our mall
ing the sky, all you see is the coasters at Six Flags Over project will be one of our na-
ground, first disappearing fast Texas and Six Flags St. Louis. tion’s most exciting destina-
and then rapidly approaching When the ride starts, the train tions and we have chosen
as you plummet towards the is accelerated with LIMs, go- Premier’s coaster to assure we
tunnel.” ing 0 to 70 mph in 3.8 seconds. are offering the best available
In addition to supplying After the train leaves the sta- product to our guests.”
the ride originally, Intamin tion it immediately shoots up Jim Seay, president of Pre-
also worked with the park’s into an inverted top hat ele- mier Rides said, “It is an incred-
engineering team on the at- ment. Riders then race down ible honor for Premier being
traction’s refit. the second half of the top hat selected for the Trans Studio
into a 180-degree turn to the project. Premier has invested
AMUSEMENT TODAY right. Next, they rocket up a a significant effort expanding
vertical tower where they ex- into the Asian market which
RENDERING COURTESY PREMIER RIDES
CLASSIFIEDS perience near 0-G conditions. we see as both exciting and dy-
Premier Rides has been selected to provide a new LIM
Just before the track ends, the namic. Indonesia’s economy
YOUR USED RIDE launch coaster for Indonesia's Trans Studio Theme Park
train comes to a stop and is ac- is strong and we are honored
at Bundung Supermal. The new ride will be similar to Pre-
MARKETPLACE celerated backwards through to be working with one of the
mier's Mr. Freeze coasters at Six Flags Over Texas and Six
the entire course. leading and most respected
Budiman Wijaya, director companies in the region.” Flags St. Louis.
January 2011 AMUSEMENT TODAY 7
Start your engines! Ferrari World opens in Abu Dhabi
Andrew Mellor
in Maranello, a privilege pre-
Amusement Today viously only enjoyed by Fer-
rari owners.
The world’s largest indoor Formula One enthusiasts
theme park debuted at the be- are well catered for with the
ginning of November when Driving with Champions sim-
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi ulator, while they also have
opened its doors to the public. the opportunity to be part of
Situated on Yas Island, a the pit crew at the Paddock.
2,500 hectare island dedicated Fans can also dictate race day
to “leisure, entertainment and by choosing tactics and strate-
lifestyle,” Ferrari World Abu gies at the interactive Pit Wall.
Dhabi has been developed by Guests of all ages can es-
Aldar Properties PJSC, Abu cape into the fantasy world of
Dhabi’s leading property de- Nello at Speed of Magic, a 4D
velopment, management and film attraction, while they will
investment company, and is be dwarfed by the oversized
managed by Farah Leisure components of the V12 water
Parks Management LLC, a flume ride, on which they ride
joint venture between Aldar through the grill of a Ferrari
Properties PJSC and ProFun 599 and into the engine before
Management Group, Inc. being fired out of the exhaust.
With more than 20 rides For the very young there
and attractions, including the is the Ferrari Academy, the
world’s fastest roller coaster, two part driving and racing
housed under a spectacular school complete with junior
200,000 square-meter (2.15 race track and driving circuit.
million-square-foot) roof, Fer- Additionally, the Junior Train-
rari World Abu Dhabi was de- ing Camp provides a suitably
signed by Benoy and the rides themed interactive soft play
and attractions by Jack Rouse area. Authentic Italian din-
Associates. The project is a cel- ing and interactive shopping
ebration of Ferrari’s past, pres- PHOTOS COURTESY FERRARI WORLD ABU DHABI experiences, including the
ent and future that indulges Clockwise from top left: The Huss-built G-Force tower ride fires guests to the top of a world’s largest Ferrari store,
the senses with eye-catching add yet more to the overall ex-
62 meter high tower from the central funnel within the park building; the impressive
surroundings, authentic aro- perience.
roof structure of Ferrari World covers 200,000 square-meters; the Formula Rossa coaster
mas, distinctive sounds of Italy “Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
from Intamin is the fastest coaster ride in the world registering a top speed of 149 mph,
and some of the world’s most offers an exhilarating expe-
and The Scuderia Challenge gives visitors a real race car experience on Cruden supplied
innovative rides. rience for families and fans
simulators as used by F1 drivers for practice purposes.
On entering the park, alike which they will cherish
guests are first struck by the back down to earth again. is the Maurer Söhne Fiorano and innovative attractions in- forever,” said park manager
sheer scale of the interior struc- Formula Rossa, the world’s GT Challenge, on which two clude the Galleria Ferrari and Andy Keeling. “There’s more
ture spanning 86,000 square- fastest roller coaster, capable F430 Spider themed coaster Made in Maranello, which cel- to Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
meters (926,000 square-feet). of a top speed of 240 kph (149 trains race each other on a ebrate the passion, excellence, than the thrill of speed racing
A huge crystal-glazed funnel mph), was supplied by Swiss 1,000 meters (3,280 feet) long, performance and technologi- and powerful cars. The park
at the heart of the park is the company Intamin. With a twin track experience. cal innovation so synonymous celebrates Ferrari’s past and
centrepiece of the building track length of 2,000 m (6,562 Ferrari World Abu Dhabi with Ferrari. Galleria Ferrari is present and pays homage to
and home to the Huss-built feet) and a maximum height of is dedicated to providing a the world’s largest Ferrari gal- its Italian roots in a bespoke
G-Force tower ride which fires 52 meters (170 feet), it features family oriented experience, lery outside Maranello, while and innovative way, from the
riders up and out of the build- four trains themed as a Ferrari with a range of attractions for Made in Maranello provides stunning structure through to
ing to a height of 62 meters (203 F1 car and with four, four-seat- parents and children in addi- an opportunity to go behind the attractions and various ex-
feet) before dropping them er cars per train. Also on offer tion to the thrill rides. Unique the doors of the Ferrari factory periences offered.”
For even more unique thrills, the Fiorano GT Challenge, supplied by Germany's Maurer Sohne, offers a twin track coaster experience.
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FEC’S ATTRACTIONS RESORTS ENTERTAINMENT SUPPLIERS
Canobie Lake adding Gerstlauer Euro-Fighter coaster
BRIEF
New steel coaster
Geauga Lake's
meets Salem's strict
Supreme carousel
sound restrictions
headed to
Worlds of Fun New Hampshire's Cano-
bie Lake Park will be the re-
cipient of a Gerstlauer Euro-
The historic Supreme
Fighter for the 2011 season.
carousel that operated at
The new compact looping
Ohio's Geauga Lake for
coaster, appropriately dubbed
more than 70 summers is
Untamed, will make its New
getting a makeover and a
England debut this spring.
new home for the 2011 sea-
The 1,184-foot-long loop-
son — World's of Fun.
ing coaster (a Euro-Fighter
Originally carved and Model 320+) will feature a 72-
assembled in 1926 by M.C. foot vertical lift and beyond-
Illions, this beautiful ma- vertical (97-degree) first drop.
chine features 64 horses After the initial plunge, the
and two chariots. One of two-car trains, which each
only five Supreme mod- seat eight riders in two rows,
els Illions ever created, the will zip around a tight layout
carousel made its debut at that includes three inversions
the Philadelphia Sesqui- — a vertical loop, an Immel-
centennial where it oper- mann, and a zero-g roll.
ated for the duration of the Like many of the rides and
fair. In 1927 it was moved attractions at Canobie Lake
to Birmingham, Ala. After Park, Untamed will feature a
a restoration at New York's number of unique thematic ef-
Coney Island, the carousel fects including a rustic, high-
New Hampshire's Canobie Lake Park will
found its way to Geauga ly-detailed log house-style
introduce a Gerstlauer Euro-fighter for
Lake where it entertained station and vertical supports
painted to resemble a forest of the 2011 season. The compact layout will
generations of riders from
birch trees. Untamed will be include a vertical lift, 97-degree first drop
1937 until the park closed
virtually identical to two oth- and three inversions.
in 2007.
The carousel has been er Euro-Fighter Model 320s RENDERINGS COURTESY RIDE ENTERTAINMENT
currently in operation: Falcon
undergoing a complete res-
at Duinrell, The Netherlands; that the new coaster would sound studies at public ven- a silent-running coaster is a
toration at Mansfield, Ohio-
and Rage at Adventure Island, actually be one of the quietest ues like amusement parks and concept that Gerstlauer per-
based Carousel Works, Inc.
the U.K. The new ride will available. Amusement Today race tracks," explained Sandy. fected some time ago, but the
in anticipation of its immi-
serve as a replacement for the spoke about the sound re- "Siegfried Gerstlauer and I met Canobie Lark Park project was
nent Missouri reintroduc-
Rockin' Rider, an SDC Galaxi quirements with Adam Sandy their team at Duinrell Amuse- the first time this issue was
tion this spring. The ma-
coaster that operated at the of Ride Entertainment Group. ment Park in the Netherlands. critical in the United States.
chine's rehab can be viewed
park from 1970 until 2004. REG respresents Gerstlauer’s There, sound recordings of Gerstlauer was extremely
on an upcoming episode of
Obtaining approval for projects in the Western Hemi- the ‘Falcon’, a Euro-Fighter proud that their product rose
Ultimate Restorations (www.
the new ride was no easy sphere. 320+ identical to Canobie’s to the challenge and allowed
urtvshow.com).
feat for Canobie Lake due to “Canobie Lake Park’s new ride, were taken and the Canobie to offer its guests the
According to WOF of-
restrictive noise limitations issue was that the town of resulting data showed that unique beyond-vertical thrills
ficials, the park's Festhaus
imposed on the park by the Salem has some extremely the noise levels were within of the Euro-Fighter."
catering venue will be re- town in which it resides. Park strict sound regulations for the parameters set by the city. Canobie Lake opens for
moved to make way for the officials had to prove to the the property. Canobie hired a Because strict noise standards the 2011 season on April 23.
carousel's installation. Salem, N.H. Planning Board company that specialized in are more common in Europe, —Scott Rutherford
10 AMUSEMENT TODAY January 2011
Myrtle Beach getting Chance Giant Wheel
AMUSEMENT
Chance Morgan will sup-
MARKET PLACE
ply a R60 Giant Wheel for a
new development on Myrtle
Beach, South Carolina's famed
Grand Strand for the 2011 sea-
Aerial Tramway Design & Manufacture
son.
SkyTrans Mfg.,L.L.C. Opening in May at Myrtle
Beach Landing, the R60 Giant
106 Burnham Intervale Road Wheel (dubbed SkyWheel)
Contoocook, N.H. 03229
will stand 187-feet-tall and
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span two oceanfront lots along
Ocean Boulevard, on the north
•Specializing in sales & refurbishment of used aerial tramways
side of Plyler Park. It has been
•Replacement parts for aerial tramways and amusement rides
specifically designed to in-
•New ride control systems and modifications clude 42 glass-enclosed, tem-
•Rebuilt used chairlifts - one year guarantee perature-controlled gondolas RENDERING COURTESY CHANCE MORGAN
that can hold up to six passen- The SkyWheel at Myrtle Beach Landing — a new Chance
[phone]
Parts and Service Jerry Pendleton or Dan Pendleton gers each. Morgan R60 Giant Wheel — will debut on the Grand Strand
The SkyWheel at Myrtle
in May 2011. The 187-foot-tall ride will feature 42 glass-
Beach Landing is an exciting
enclosed, temperature-controlled gondolas that hold up
new addition to the Grand
to six passengers each.
Strand area, along with the
Magnetic Brake Retrofit
The best stop is a smooth one. EMG is proud to newly renovated Myrtle Beach at Myrtle Beach Landing will staple for Myrtle Beach. The
be the exclusive representative for Velocity Boardwalk and Promenade. also incorporate a one-of-a- SkyWheel at Myrtle Beach
Magnetics magnetic retrofit braking systems.
Plans for the SkyWheel at kind programmable LED light Landing is owned by Myrtle
Replacement Chain Myrtle Beach Landing’s up- show in the evening. Beach SkyWheel, LLC, a joint
As the representative for Elecon Chain EMG can coming launch include a full The only Giant Wheel of venture between Koch Devel-
provide replacement chain, sprockets and drive
systems for roller coasters, water rides, and flat rides. service restaurant, observation its kind in the United States, opment Co. and Pacific Devel-
ENTERTAINMENT deck overlooking the ocean this family-friendly attraction opment, both of St. Louis, Mo.
Custom Spare Parts MANAGEMENT GROUP and gift shop. The SkyWheel is sure to become an iconic
If you are having trouble finding a pump,
commutator or piece from an old ride contact EMG.
We have the ability to track down and source rides Quassy unveils new coaster logo Alabama Adventure
from any era.
names Chutes ride
Entertainment Management Group Quassy Amusement Park,
Alabama Adventure
1-410-643-9300, ext. 303
Middlebury, Conn., has un-
GERNOTUEP ROTF ACIONMMPAENNIETS [email protected] veiled the logo for the Wood- has announced the name
of its new-for-2011 Shoot-
en Warrior, its new-for-2011
the-Chutes attraction:
wooden roller coaster. The
BuzzSaw Falls.
design has been in the works
“Alabama Adventure
for several months within the
is absolutely thrilled about
park’s art department.
the addition of BuzzSaw
The coaster’s name reflects
Falls. We are looking for-
the Native American heritage
ward to a great season in
of the 103-year-old property Designed by The Gravity
2011 with plenty of fun
which is situated on Lake Group, the Wooden Warrior is
and thrills for the whole
Quassapaug, which means under construction and slated
family, including our Con-
'Great Pond' or 'Rock Pond'. for a spring 2011 debut.
cert Series, theme park and
waterpark,” said Alabama
Waldameer adding three Zamperla rides Adventure General Man-
ager, E.J. Randolph.
BuzzSaw Falls was
Pennsylvania's Waldameer Park has announced a sub-
sold through New Hamp-
stantial expansion in the works for the 2011 season that will
shire-based SkyTrans
offer three new rides and a relaxing park area.
Manufacturing, LLC and
The new section — located on the edge of the bluff over-
will now be supplied by
ADVERTISE looking Lake Erie beside Waldameer's award-winning Ravine
Florida-basedHopkins
Flyer II wooden roller coaster — will be home to a trio of fam-
Rides LLC. Hopkins Rides
ily rides supplied by Italian manufacturer Zamperla. The new
COO Chuck Bingham an-
rides include the Flying Swings (Wave Carousel); SS Wally
nounced that the water
HERE!
(Rocking Tug); and Wendy's Tea Party (Mini Tea Cup). ride company had brought
Amusement Today spoke with Waldameer's Steve Gorman back two long time Hop-
about the expansion. "We are developing a new section of the kins icons, Jerry Pendleton
$175 COLOR • $125 B/W park called the 'North End' between the Sea Dragon the Ra- and Jim Glover, to help
vine Flyer II," said Gorman. 'The Flying Swings is an eye- the company with sales
catching ride that can accommodate children 36-48 inches tall and service of the Hopkins
riding with an adult. The Rocking Tug and Tea Cup rides have product line.
proven to be popular rides for children and their older family The 610-foot-long ride
Best value in print members. This new section will continue our traditional park will be located adjacent to
atmosphere with a water fountain, flower gardens, bronze the park's kiddie rides area
statues and benches." and will stand just over
Construction on the new area is already underway within 50-feet-tall. It will utilize
Keep our amusement park industry strong! a loop of the park's train tracks and will be ready when Wal- two large boats, each with
Buy products and services from these suppliers. dameer opens for the 2011 season on May 7. seating for 20 guests.