We get asked all types of questions about Power Factor and Power Factor Correction that cover the spectrum of Who, Why, Where, When, etc. Another such question is: “What are the costs associated with a low Power Factor rating in the Attractions Industry?” We know that Family Entertainment Centers generally have one meter though some
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Family entertainment centers (FEC’s) and arcades use a significant amount of electricity to power games, lighting, and other equipment. Power Factor Correction (PFC) can offer several benefits for these businesses: Reduced Electricity Costs: Many utility companies charge penalties for a low power factor. Power Factor Correction improves the efficiency of electricity usage, reducing the reactive
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Energy Efficiency Group, in partnership with Theme Park Consultancy the Attractions Group, is introducing the Power Factor Correction concept to the family entertainment industry. Amusement parks, with their mix of rides, lighting, restaurants, concessions, etc. can benefit from power factor correction in a couple of ways: Reduced Electricity Costs: Many amusement parks use inductive loads
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Amusement parks are a great place to have fun, but they can also be overwhelming, especially for first-time visitors. With so many rides, attractions, and restaurants to choose from, it can be difficult to know where to go and what to do. This is where interactive wayfinding comes in. Innovative rides, roller coasters, and shows
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Take your park’s experience to the next level! The Attractions Group has partnered with industry-leading hardware and software developers to design wayfinding solutions customized to any park, zoo, or entertainment venue. We’ll consult with your leadership to create a solution that encompasses the brand and unique theming of your venue. Sample Features: Interactive (and realistic)
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One of the most dangerous, most exhausting, most rewarding, most- whatever you want to call it- question anyone in a creative position pertaining to Guest Experience can ask themselves or a group: “What if?” Ask this question and let the creativity and innovation flood in. Full disclosure, I was nowhere near any conversation or whisper
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About an hour ago I had the honor of being one of 15-20 business professionals to participate in a “networking” event to give High School students in the Entrepreneurship Program at @Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy real-time experience. I love networking. I love the art of conversation. I love the “science” behind it. Don’t get me
Read More...Improving guest experience at a park restaurant is an essential aspect of maintaining guest satisfaction and loyalty. In this blog, I will discuss some useful tips and ideas for improving the guest experience at theme park restaurants. Offer a Diverse Menu: Provide a diverse menu with a range of options catering to all dietary needs,
Read More...A quick web search states that there are 475 Amusement Parks in the US. Most can name the 50 (+/-) that are associated with the household names; to use round numbers we’ll place that at 75. This means that approximately 85% don’t have access to multi-million dollar budgets to install new and improved or game-changing
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We did a series on this a few years ago- but I think every now and then it deserves to be brought up again. All parks, zoos, entertainment venues struggle with guest experience. One bad experience, even if isolated, can become a narrative difficult to shake. Thrills and themed experiences do cost money but the
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