a clear source of fun

A
CLEAR
SOURCE
OF
FUN
GIVE KIDS THE WORLD, KISSIMMEE, FLORIDA
Vortex around the world
Designed and Made in Canada
Sales & Service Offices
Local Sales Representatives
MONTREAL
HEAD OFFICE
We
innovate
relentlessly
So you
can have
all the
fun
Vortex has been the leader in aquatic play since 1995. You’ll find our products installed at more
than 5,000 locations worldwide. We’ve built a reputation for stunningly beautiful amusement
sites that are both well engineered and environmentally friendly. Our products set the standard
for design, quality and performance. We’re always the first to call when you need the experts in
aquatic play solutions.
Scorpion: Palma del Rio-Cordoba, Spain
KAPOLEI KROC CENTER, HAWAII
A CLEAR
SOURCE
OF
F
UN
AMAZEMENT
VALUES
and POSSIBILITIES
OMBRELLO BOUQUET, NEW PRODUCT INNOVATION
The Vortex
Principle:
Built to Last
SUSTAINABLE DESIGN APPROACH
ECOLOGICAL
SOCIAL
ECONOMICAL
SOCIAL
We bring
people
together
Come to us with your big ideas and we’ll turn them into unique
aquatic play solutions that bring your community together or your
commercial park to life. All through the wonder of water.
we believe in play
Unstructured play allows children to learn, grow and explore the world around them.
And free play through the magic of water takes it to a whole new level.
TODDLERS
+
KIDS
TEENS
+
+
FAMILIES
+
theme park visitors
+
HOTEL GUESTS
+
COMMUNITIES
ALL ABILITIES
+
+
ALL AGES
Vortex aquatic play solutions provide exciting family fun. Whether you want to impact the quality of life in
your community, increase attendance in your amusement park or improve your guests’ experience at your resort,
Vortex provides magical moments that families will remember forever.
ECOLOGICAL
Water:
The Essence
of Life
Vortex will partner with you to evaluate your project to ensure
that our solution is aligned with your needs and objectives.
Our project team will design the appropriate water management system
that will achieve your project goals while reducing environmental impact.
CONSERVING WATER
The Vortex Smartflow system is easily adapted to your project’s requirements to capture and re-purpose
water, directing effluent to irrigation fields, to replenish reservoirs or allowing it to percolate safely into ground water.
The Smartflow water management system is a signal pass circuit that provides the option to capture
and reuse the water for irrigation or replenishing natural or artificial bodies of water. The Highflow system
is a closed circuit that recycles and disinfects the water through advanced water treatment technologies.
Our Highflow system is the ideal choice in regions affected by water shortages or low rainfall.
SAVING ENERGY
Vortex employs energy efficient equipment in all of its water management systems, and automation systems
to conserve energy. High-efficiency pumps and on-demand activation will drastically reduce operating costs.
IMPROVING MATERIALS
Designed and manufactured in Canada for long life, Vortex uses quality, recyclable materials,
including stainless steel and brass, as well as a high percentage of recycled content and polymers.
LOWERING MAINTENANCE
Our solutions are integrated with smart technologies that reduce maintenance requirements.
Debris control and automated operating systems reduce maintenance frequency.
ECONOMICAL
Making
the most
of all
your
resourceS
Vortex solutions have successfully helped customers
increase attendance, enhance guest experience contributing
to higher profitability of their parks & facilities.
“Splashpads have become a huge draw, not only within the neighborhoods,
but across the city. So far, we are seeing about a four-fold attendance increase
in each location compared to the pools.”
— Curtis Hancock
Project Manager,
Tacoma, Washington
“The City of Grove Splashpad is one of the best investments made in recreational
activities offered to, and enjoyed by, our community…visitors to the Splashpad come
from Grove, plus other communities — and even other states. it is not unusual
to have 3 or 4 busloads of children visit the Splashpad daily.”
— Debbie Bottoroff
Assistant City Manager,
Grove, Oklahoma
“Our Splashpad has reduced labor and maintenance costs and has allowed
more residents to enjoy this fresh and new water-play option!”
— Richard McCoy
Public Works Director,
Robbinsdale, Minnesota
“So far we have done three projects with Vortex that included both Splashpads &
Elevations and all have been a huge success. Not only have we been able to increase
market share and room rates, but the kids love having their own play space and
the dumping bucket is an exciting attraction for everyone to enjoy.”
— Andrew Casci
Director of Sports & Recreation,
Shangri-La Hotels & Resorts
FLEXIBILE FOR WORKABLE SOLUTIONS
Vortex has developed state-of-the-art technology that facilitates the expansion of your facility over time.
The Vortex Safeswap technology provides unprecedented interchangeability and expansions. Refresh the experience
by adding new features to your facility to keep families coming back.
You can add new features, interchange positions or relocate components to maximize the play value
of your Splashpad throughout its life cycle. You can even swap features from one park to another.
SP
LASHPAD
®
INTENSE Fun
WATER CANNONS + WHIMSICAL FLOWERS + MISTY RAINBOWS + OMBRELLOS
Zero-depth, high-action entertainment areas that offer a dazzling array of over 200 products
— everything from classic winners to the latest breakthroughs. Promote healthy, risk-free,
and dynamic quality time for the young-at-heart. Structures fit any space, from small parks
to large recreational centers.
SPLASHPAD: ISLAND PARK, MOUNT PLEASANT, MICHIGAN
SP
RAYPOINT ™
REFRESHING FUN
RELAXING + RECREATIONAL + SOCIAL + MULTIGENERATIONAL
Inclusive, zero-depth gathering spaces, filled with lively activity in a cool, contemporary
ambiance. A way to encourage family and community bonding. Fits any location.
SPRAYPOINT: PALMENGARTEN, FRANKFURT, GERMANY
POOLPLAY ™
SPECTACULAR FUN
Dynamic multi-level overhead structures and water slides. Excitement and good times for all ages.
Components blend in perfectly with new or existing aquatic facilities, hotels, amusement parks,
water parks or recreational pools.
POOLPLAY: SORENSON RECREATION CENTER, SALT LAKE, UTAH
RAINBOW: ARRAS, TYCHY, POLAND
WHY
our people
make the
difference
We go well beyond expectations from start to finish. Our project
teams include industrial designers, landscape architects,
electrical/industrial/mechanical engineers, technicians and customer
service specialists. All work to make your vision real, contributing their own
special expertise to create a “splash” for you that people will never forget.
the vortex team:
Clarity + Precision + Leadership
THE VORTEX 4-STEP PROCESS:
1234
STEP 1
Consultation and
recommendations
STEP 2
DESIGN
DEVELOPMENT
STEP 3
DETAIL
ADJUSTMENTS
STEP 4
INSTALLATION
AND FOLLOW-UP
We determine the best solutions for your project every step of the way, taking charge to help you deal with
all minor, major, and even unexpected concerns. Our people pride themselves on their grasp of detail and
will guide you through the process from initial idea to opening day.
Parc Safari, hemmingford, quebec
Place de la famille, La Prairie, Quebec
WHO SELECTS VORTEX?
WALT DISNEY
RESORTS
Give Kids
the World
Village,
Florida
HOLIDAY INN
HOTELS
Splash
Factory
Amusement
Park,
Texas
Parc
Safari
Zoo,
Quebec
MARRIOT
HOTELS
HILTON
HOTELS
IMM MALL,
SINGAPORE
fairmont
hotels
and resorts
Miami
Metro Zoo,
Florida
Seaworld
Parks and
Entertainment
RITZCARLTON
HOTELS
almgarten
Botanical
Gardens,
Germany
SHANGRI-LA
HOTELS
CRYSTAL BEACH
AQUATIC CENTER,
OKLAHOMA
VORTEX INSTALLATIONS ARE IN
OVER 40 COUNTRIES AROUND THE WORLD INCLUDING:
AUSTRALIA
CANADA
CHILE
CHINA
FRANCE
GERMANY
INDIA
ISRAEL
ITALY
KOREA
MEXICO
NEW ZEALAND
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
SOUTH AFRICA
SWITZERLAND
SPAIN
UK
USA
SPRAYLIGHTS, ARRAS, TYCHY, POLAND
DREAM DESIGN AWARDS
WINNING HEARTS
AND HONORS
2009
+ JEFFERSON, MCKINLEY AND SOUTH PARK
+ OTHELLO COMMUNITY POOL
2010
+ KIDS LOVE RECREATION SPLASHPAD,
BEST OF AQUATICS AWARD
+ CRYSTAL BEACH AQUATIC CENTER
+ CITRUS COMMUNITY PARK SPLASHPAD
2011
+ BENTLEY PARK SPLASHPAD
+ KROC CENTER
+ MACDONALD ISLAND PARK
2012
+
+
+
+
CUMMING AQUATIC CENTER
GRAND PRAIRIE AQUATICS AND MULTIPLEX
SKIATOOK CENTRAL PARK SPLASHPAD
STEPHEN SORENSEN PARK
certifications
SAFETY AT WORK
IN PLAY
CERTIFICATIONS
STANDARDS
A SUSTAINABLE, ECO-ORIENTED, CUSTOMER-DRIVEN APPROACH
Vortex is committed to secure, injury-free aquatic play. Our
solutions meet and exceed globally recognized safety standards:
All Vortex products comply with universal design principles and surpass requirements of
the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We employ lean manufacturing techniques and
total quality management (TQM) programs at our Operations Center in Canada.
Our aftermarket phase includes continuous improvement processes with action-oriented
plans that provide outstanding customer support.
LEED
Eligibility for multiple
LEED credits
CONTACT US
VORTEX-INTL.COM
Vortex Corporate Headquarters
328 Avro Avenue
Pointe-Claire, Quebec
Canada H9R 5W5
514.694.3868
FOLLOW US
US LOCATIONS
Vortex USA
2605 Sagebrush Drive
Suite 208
Flower Mound, TX 75028
Toll-free: 877.586.7839, ext. 381
Direct: 972.410.3619
INFO@VORTEX-INTL.COM
INTERNATIONAL LOCATIONS
VORTEX MIDWEST
425 West Grand River
Suite B
Williamston, MI 48895
Toll-free: 866.724.3868
Direct: 517.488.9469
VORTEX WEST
9106 Pulsar Court
Suite C
Corona, CA 92883
Toll-free: 866.886.7839
Direct: 951.667.4292, ext. 306
VORTEX CHINA
Suite 1001, T2, No.1 Xianghe
Road, Modern MOMA
Dongcheng District,
Beijing 100010
Tel: 86.010.56203776
info@vortex-intl.cn
VORTEX FRANCE
174, Ave Maréchal
de Lattre de Tassigny
Fontenay S/bois,
ILE 94120 France
info@vortexfrance.com
VORTEX MEXICO
Paseo del Guayacan 134
Fracc. Paseos del Usumacinta
Tabasco 2000
Villahermosa, Tabasco
Mexico 86035
Tel. (52) 9933.47.24.37