The Double Carousel is a two-level rotating ride with 60 horses and 4 cars, carrying 68 passengers per cycle. It suits family parks and mixed-use entertainment developments.
Figures below are the design values for this model. Site-specific engineering is confirmed per project.
The Double Carousel is a two-level rotating ride designed for family entertainment parks and mixed-use developments. It carries up to 68 passengers per cycle across 60 horses and 4 cars. The upper and lower platforms rotate independently on a central column, giving riders a choice of levels. The 5-minute cycle and 3.6 rpm rotation suit continuous operation in high-footfall parks.
The ride uses a single central column with diagonal bracing as the main support structure. Each platform is suspended from this column and driven through a motor and mechanical reduction system. The horse motion is generated by a crank and connecting rod mechanism, producing the up-and-down galloping effect. The design life is 15 years under normal operating conditions. All standards are designed to the requirements of your market and confirmed per project.
The ride requires a circular footprint of 200 m² with a 16 m diameter. It is a fixed installation, so foundation design and anchoring must be planned for the specific site. The overall height is 14.2 m, and the ride height is 5.7 m. Installation should be carried out by qualified personnel following the project-specific foundation and assembly drawings. Power supply requirements are confirmed during project planning.
Control interlocks prevent starting if the upper-level exit door is open, if maintenance doors are open, or if the variable-frequency drive reports a fault. A pre-start button must be pressed before the start button becomes active. In the event of a power or mechanical failure, the emergency stop should be pressed and the upper platform manually rotated to align with the stair platform for passenger evacuation. Operators should follow the emergency rescue plan and provide assistance to any passengers feeling unwell.
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The Double Carousel carries up to 68 passengers per cycle. There are 60 horses, each seating one person, and 4 cars, each seating two people. The 5-minute cycle includes loading and unloading time, so actual throughput depends on park operations and staffing.
The ride needs a circular area of 200 m² with a 16 m diameter. It is a fixed installation, so a site-specific foundation is required. The overall height is 14.2 m. Power supply and foundation details are confirmed during project planning to suit local conditions and standards.
If the ride stops due to an electrical or mechanical fault, the operator should press the emergency stop button to cut power. Rescue personnel then manually rotate the upper platform to align with the stair platform, allowing passengers to exit via the stairs. The emergency plan should be followed, and any unwell passengers should be assisted.
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Design basis agreed against the standards your market requires, confirmed per project
Structure designed for a 20-year service life, stated in the contract for each project
Rigorous non-destructive testing at every production stage
Advanced surface treatment for extreme environments
Lightweight yet high-strength for wind resistance
Faster installation with premium visual finish
Integrated emergency release system for minimal downtime
Iconic skyline-defining structures
Maximum revenue efficiency with large cabin capacity
Thermostatic cabins for year-round comfortable riding
Multi-motor configuration for fault tolerance
Space-efficient layout for flexible site integration
Every ZhipaoRides product is engineered with redundant, fail-safe systems that meet or exceed international amusement ride safety standards. From electrical interlocks to structural redundancy, we leave nothing to chance.
Forced electrical interlocking prevents any unauthorized or unsafe startup. The system requires all safety conditions to be met before operation can begin, eliminating human-error risks.
Three independent door opening safeguards — mechanical lock, electrical sensor, and control system verification — eliminate passenger entrapment risk under all operating conditions.
Dual independent braking mechanisms with fail-safe engagement ensure controlled deceleration even in the event of primary system failure, meeting Class A ride standards.
Continuous sensor-based monitoring of vibration, temperature, and load distribution provides instant anomaly detection and automatic shutdown when parameters exceed safe thresholds.
Integrated auxiliary drive and manual release mechanisms enable safe passenger evacuation from any position, including during power outages or extreme weather conditions.
Non-destructive testing at every production stage — from raw material to final assembly — ensures structural integrity backed by 25-year design life certification.
Our safety systems undergo rigorous third-party testing and certification to meet or exceed GB 8408 (Chinese national standard) and EN 13814 (European standard) requirements. Each ride is equipped with multiple redundant safety mechanisms, ensuring passenger protection at all times. From the factory floor to the final installation site, our engineering team conducts comprehensive safety audits, load tests, and operational simulations before any ride enters service.
