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Fabbri starts new coaster division
The Italian Fabbri Group has established a rollercoaster division called Giant which riders experience sensational spinning movements in each four-seater
Coasters, kicking off with designs for three new rides. (2+2 back-to-back) car. In total the ride boasts 460-metres of track, and a
Occupying a footprint of 65 x 26 metres, the Classic Coaster features a footprint of 61 x 26-metres.
16-passnger train comprising four cars, each with four-abreast seating. The Fabbri already has a number of family coasters under its belt, but the new
ride features 520-metres of track and soars to a maximum height of 24- division has been created in response to requests from several of its established
metres. Included in the layout are several high speed drops and banked clients. “All parks need a coaster,” says sales manager Edward Cromheecke. ”If
curves, during which the ride is predicted to reach a top speed of 70km/h. you do not offer one, you miss the market.”
The Looney Coaster, similar to S&S’ El Loco coaster, has a compact 42 x Indeed, it was a similar approach that lead to the formation of a Giant
20-metre footprint but an outrageous layout featuring a beyond-vertical first Wheels division. The first such ride will be 85-metre-tall construction for a client
drop, inline twist and outward banking. The ride is operated with individual in Asia. Talks are progressing meanwhile with an Italian customer regarding the
four-seater cars. first orders for Giant Coasters.
Finally, the Wave Spin Coaster features big drops and smooth curves, during See the new designs online at www.giantcoasters.info.
Simworx creates 4D simulator for Disney film
The British-based simulation and effects theatre manufacturer Simworx recently The Morphis Movieride is available in both static and mobile versions with 2D or
completed a mobile Morphis simulator equipped with 4D technology to 3D high definition projection and a variety of 4D effects including lighting, aroma, air
promote the Disney movie Race to Witch Mountain. blasts and water jets. The space age, fibreglass capsule and accompanying transport
The ride, which was supplied to Walt Disney Pictures’ promotions agency, can be “wrapped” with any design of a client’s choosing.
features a custom-produced film including scenes from Witch Mountain. This
action thriller, released on Blu-ray and DVD on August 4, features high-speed
chases, near hits and numerous special effects. The Morphis will tour
King Kong 3
throughout Europe to promote the film.
Huss Park Attractions has
“Our simulation products have been used by many household names in the
announced that its third King
past to promote a variety of products and services,” notes Simworx managing
Kong ride will open at China
director Terry Monkton. “The Mobile Morphis Movieride is ideal for
Dinosaur Park in Changzhou.
promotions of this type as it is highly visible, easy to operate and a real
The ride will be part of a new
attention grabber.”
phase of the park that will open
in 2010. As well as dinosaur
theming the park also features a
jungle section, so the gorilla
should fit in well. Recently the
park opened a number of new
attractions from Zamperla.
RIGHT: King Kong 2
at Le Pal in France
Vekoma I-Ride
Vekoma Rides Manufacturing is partnering with Brogent Technologies of Taiwan
to develop an advanced motion platform called the I-Ride.
Described modestly as “the first significant innovation in flight simulator
technology for many years,” the product features suspended seats with six
degrees of freedom and is available in configurations for up to 96-passengers.
The technology behind the system is tried and tested from numerous flight,
tank and train simulators and uses an electric rather than hydraulic drive.
According to Vekoma’s Peter van Bilsen this cuts down on noise and allows
riders to enjoy a more realistic flight experience.
Two 48-seater versions of the system have been sold to customers in Taiwan.
Film content is expected to be produced locally, projected onto a spherical
screen and enhanced with 4D effects.
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