World's largest waterslide debuts at South Korean resort

Global waterpark designers WhiteWater West have completed their first Abyss⢠waterslide, the largest and most thrilling waterslide attraction in the world, the ride opening at South Koreaâs Hanwha Resort in South Korea.
The Abyss⢠is a bold new multi-person experience that is as visually inspiring as it is entertaining. Standing nearly 30 meters tall and using high capacity four- or six-person rafts, the Abyss⢠towers over other waterpark attractions. Its innovative design features bigger drops, higher walls and more near-vertical oscillations than any other ride in its class. Both the flume and the funnel are available in a variety of configurations and come in a wide range of colors. Decorative themes and advanced interactive sound and lighting can also be added to create an even more original and entertaining guest experience.
The Hanwha installation site, a small space on the roof of a partially underground building, posed a daunting challenge to WhiteWater engineers. To minimize weight and conform to the limited footprint, WhiteWater developed an advanced lightweight exo-structure that actually improves the visual appeal of traditional funnel rides by reducing the amount of visible steel. Angled concrete footings and pilings bear most of the weight. The result is a massive orange, blue and silver structure that appears to hover just above the ground.
As WhiteWater Chief Executive Geoff Chutter explains âintroducing a new multi-person attraction is always extremely exciting.
âThis time, the installation conditions were particularly challenging, but thanks to a shared vision of success and a highly collaborative working relationship with the Hanwha Resort management team, we were able to open this new attraction on time and on budget. Guests will love the Abyss⢠for the unique entertainment experience it offers.�?
For more information contact WhiteWater West Australia Managing Director, Jim Corbett on 0418 755 159 or (in New Zealand) Paul Jackman of Waterslides New Zealand Limited on 0274 186 040.
jcorbett@powerup.com.au
http://www.whitewaterwest.com