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Leisure Management - IAAPA Show
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More than 1,000 exhibitors will be at IAAPA Attractions Show at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando. Here’s a sneak preview
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Holovis
Holovis is presenting the world’s first real-time interactive game solution in a 3D dome, combining immersive visuals and a highly compelling storyline with perfectly synched motion and interaction for a next-generation dark ride-style experience. Taking place in a full 10-metre dome, 12 people will be able to experience the attraction simultaneously through the Holovis MotionSeat platform. The dome itself is a portable solution from Holovis, designed for rapid deployment for events and product launches.
• Booth #4086
attractions-kit.net keyword: Holovis
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Holovis’ showcase features the latest game from the Dome Rider series, Crimson Wing |
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FlowRider
WaveOz was born from a simple stream of water hitting a mound, and was extrapolated into a powerhouse of flowboarding functionality. WaveOz is set to be the competition wave of the future, as the enormous ride surface allows for a multitude of tricks to be performed on the liquid canvas. With the ability to create a wave “in the round” a 360º canvas to paint flowboarding exploits on could become a possibility.
• Booth #2243
attractions-kit.net keyword: FlowRider
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Forrec
Forrec is presenting two projects from 2015. The first is the theme park for the new Wanda Xishuangbanna Resort, in Yunnan province, China. The theme park includes a jungle-themed attraction park, waterpark and adventure park. Forrec is also working with BBC Worldwide to help develop a range of high-level attraction concepts that extend popular brands such as Top Gear and CBeebies into prototypes for the Asia market.
• Booth #2049
attractions-kit.net keyword: Forrec
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Forrec is developing a Top Gear concept |
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Triotech
Triotech is unveiling its revolutionary new hand gesture technology at IAAPA. Maestro allow guests to interact with the story without holding any device in their hands. The technology can be integrated in digital interactive dark rides and other attractions. This family-friendly technology features inherently optimized ergonomics since each guest uses his/her own hands and is very intuitive and adaptive to the guest’s playing style.
• Booth #1053
attractions-kit.net keyword: Triotech
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Maestro to debut on Legoland Ninjago ride |
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DNP
DNP is introducing its flagship DS620A dye-sublimation professional photo printer. As the latest addition to DNP’s award-winning line of DS Series printers, the DS620A is the world’s most compact professional-grade photo printer and can produce up to 400 prints per hour. The printer works with ride photo systems and is a profitable solution for venues that want to provide instant custom photo souvenirs.
• Booth #4659
attractions-kit.net keyword: DNP
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Interlink
Interlink will be announcing details of two new products: a dark ride attraction and a themed water coaster. The former will be a themed, water-based ride featuring 10, eight-seater boats travelling in a 180m circuit. The latter will have a 300m-long, Mad Mouse style track running through trees and culminating in a simulated water flume splash. It will utilise eight, four-seater boats with a hovercraft theme.
• Booth #3051
attractions-kit.net keyword: Interlink
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A superflume by Interlink |
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Gateway Ticketing Systems, Inc
Gateway Ticketing Systems is highlighting its Galaxy Product Suite’s ability to accept contactless payments such as Apple Pay and Google Wallet. One of Gateway’s clients, the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew, is using the technology to improve the customer experience by reducing queue times. Accepting contactless payments can also increase revenue as guests don’t suffer the “pain of paying” when using a phone versus cash.
• Booth #4831
attractions-kit.net keyword: Gateway
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Kew Gardens employs Gateway Galaxy |
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Picsolve
With guest demand and revenue from digital photography at an all-time high, Picsolve is highlighting large-scale digital technology solutions such as its new “All You Can Eat” consumer offering, including insight into guest app usage in 2015. CEO Jeff Kelisky is discussing redefining the “connected guest” experience, with a look at new partners including Warner Bros Studio Tour Hollywood and the Hunger Games exhibition.
• Booth #3012
attractions-kit.net keyword: Picsolve
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Picsolve solutions support the London Eye |
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Van Egdom
Coral Reef Waterworld in the UK is about to undergo a year-long transformation. Van Egdom is installing five exciting new flumes (in total more than 500 metres long), including two iconic thrill rides: the Crazy Cones and the Super Crater. This complex project requires a new tower to be built into the existing facility. The project will also see a new roof over the main pool and fcaility improvements.The waterpark will reopen in 2017.
attractions-kit.net keyword: Van Egdom
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A new look for Coral Reef Waterworld |
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Sally
Sally is showcasing its custom dark ride attractions and animatronics and displaying its new line of interactive mixed-media dark rides. These new rides feature interactivity, multi-DOF ride vehicles, media-based scenes, highly immersive theming with realistic sets, scenery and animation and 4D special effects. Sally can work with a client’s unique brand, a particular IP or create a custom attraction.
• Booth #2253
attractions-kit.net keyword: Sally
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Sally’s popular Justice League dark ride |
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Huss
Huss is demonstrating a high-performance VR system which is set to add optional ride experiences to its attractions. It’s also presenting Enterprise, a classic ride that’s been brought back into the portfolio after getting a makeover. Enterprise will be available as Enterprise 2G, Enterprise 2GH (2nd Generation Hybrid – with suspended seats and gondolas) and Enterprise 2GH-Plus (2nd Generation Hybrid with a tilt action).
• Booth #2604
attractions-kit.net keyword: Huss
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Huss’s VR test at Djurs Sommerland |
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IdeAttack
Designer of mixed-use tourism and leisure projects IdeAttack is presenting Yulin Tourism Development, a major project in Yulin City, Guangxi province, China. Envisioned as a regional mixed-use tourism destination, it features an expo pavilion, various entertainment facilities, a commercial complex, prime shopping areas, diverse F&B offerings, numerous leisure facilities on land and lake, a unique themed waterpark, botanical garden and wetlands, and a secluded luxury club for VIP guests.
• Booth #2861
attractions-kit.net keyword: IdeAttack
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IdeAttack’s Yulin waterpark is inspired by gemstone mining in Guangxi province |
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Niceberg
Niceberg Studios presents its new 3D/4D attraction film, Little Dolphin, a marine adventure targeted at theme parks, aquariums, zoos and other venues. Niceberg is also launching the reloaded version of Great Wall of China 360° – the Flying Experience! This prime licensed film addresses the growing market of specific high-end media based attractions such as multi-degree tilted dome simulators, flying theatres, VR coasters and more. The flexibility in formats is achieved with the proprietary multi-format output generator specially developed by Niceberg’s R&D department.
• Booth #2071
attractions-kit.net keyword: Niceberg
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Niceberg presents Little Dolphin |
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S&S Worldwide
New for 2015, S&S introduces the LSM Triple Launch Coaster. The design of the three launches provides an amazing high-powered ride within a very small footprint. S&S has packed the ride design with a number of exciting elements, including a 125-foot crest, the rush of a 100-degree downdrop at a pulse-racing 59mph, a 180-degree twisting climb, an off-camber dive drop, a corked roll, a top hat twist, and a raven dive.
• Booth #2217
attractions-kit.net keyword: S&S
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Gale Force, by S&S Worldwide |
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nWave
As an accident-prone Robinson Crusoe tries to adapt to his new life as a castaway, the island’s animals are equally astonished to find this strange creature washed up on their shores. Crusoe meets an optimistic parrot named Tuesday; Carmelo, the coolly sophisticated chameleon; and Scrubby the lazy goat. When unwelcome visitors appear, the unlikely new friends scramble to defend their island paradise.
• Booth #4873
attractions-kit.net keyword: nWave
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nWave’s new film is an island adventure |
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COST of Winsconsin
COST of Wisconsin is an industry leader in theme and specialty construction services, specialising in exhibit fabrication, theme facades, faux finishes, water features, aquariums, simulated trees and sculptural elements. COST fabricators, artisans, construction personnel and project managers work closely with architects and owners to ensure the finest in theme construction is delivered to every project.
• Booth #4125
attractions-kit.net keyword: COST
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COST: in the industry since 1957 |
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Neptune Benson
Neptune Benson is presenting its new hi-tech controller for its water filtration system. The Defender Regenerative Media Filter (RMF) can be operated via the RMF System Controller, a graphic interface which allows owners to programme and manage everything from bump and precoat cycles and recirculation pumps to data logging and maintenance reminders. The controller can be used remotely via a smart device or laptop.
• Booth #4069
attractions-kit.net keyword: Neptune
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The new RMF System Controller |
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ProSlide
ProSlide is presenting its newest slide, Singha at Siam Park in Tenerife, Spain. The ride incorporates ProSlide’s FlyingSAUCER features into its RocketBLAST water coaster, with patented water jet and boat design. Singha uses ProSlide’s water coaster and turbine technology to propel rafts up the hills higher and faster. Four huge saucer-shaped bowls punctuate the ride, which are steeply angled for a drop-and-dive sensation.
• Booth #5139
attractions-kit.net keyword: Proslide
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Guests ride Singha at Siam Park. The slide is a first-ever combination for ProSlide |
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WhiteWater West
WhiteWater is introducing a new era of interactive waterplay inspired by the way kids play. APX creates an engaging experience full of interactive elements that entice, challenge and reward guests. On an exciting adventure through five zones, waterpark guests will slide, spray and splash their way through APX. APX has been crafted from the perspective of a child in order to encourage interaction and maximize the fun.
• Booth #2239
attractions-kit.net keyword: Whitewater
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APX at Aquatopia, Camelback Lodge |
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