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24 International Projects High capacity plus comfort 6-CLD-B Gampen Lift | Ischgl, Tyrol (AUT) Silvrettaseilbahn AG 2,416 m 924 m 2,800 PPH 5.5 m/s 7.88 min 122 6-seater chairs December 2018 D-Line The new Gampen lift in Ischgl climbs a vertical rise of almost one kilometer. The design of the 6-seater D-Line chairlift perfectly reflects the distinctive features of the ski resort. Silvrettaseilbahn AG is constantly investing in innovations and improvements that offer Ischgl’s skiers the best possible winter sports experience. The latest example is the new Gampen lift E4, which opened in December 2018. The 6-seater chairlift replaces a quad chairlift and extends from the 1,924 m Fimba to the Palinkopf at 2,848 m, which is the highest point in the ski area. At 924 meters, the Gampen lift climbs the greatest vertical rise of any 6-seater bubble chairlift worldwide. Doppelmayr has built a large lift installation with impressive dimensions, as borne out by figures such as 2,416 m length, 25 towers and 122 chairs. The goal was to cut the trip time to this very popular section of the ski area and to increase capacity. The uphill ride to the Palinkopf takes just eight minutes with the new lift. a loading conveyor in the bottom station makes for easy boarding. Unique Ischgl design Doppelmayr has styled the lift entirely in the customer’s corporate color scheme – as already implemented on the Palinkopf D1 6-seater chairlift. Both the stations and the chairs feature the striking black and red Ischgl colors. The chair backs have been printed with different animals to be found in Ischgl’s mountains, making each chair unique. The variability of the D-Line enabled the distinctive features of the ski resort to be refl ected in the design. That’s what makes the Gampen lift unmistakable and a true eye-catcher – for a unique winter sports experience. The new D-Line chairlift Gampen E4 is another milestone in the history of the Silvretta Arena. Quality, innovation and design were once again the deciding factors. We’re already looking forward to our next D-Line lift from Doppelmayr. DI (FH) Markus Walser, Board Member, Silvrettaseilbahn AG The D-Line chairlift is not only exceptionally high-capacity but also meets top standards in comfort. Ergonomically shaped individual seats, bubbles and the integrated seat heating offer guests an outstanding ride experience. The lift also has a system that locks the restraining bar after manual closure – so that it can’t be opened during the trip. In addition,
International Projects 25 Barrier-free access to the Palinkopf The new Gampen lift offers passengers with impaired mobility simple and safe access as well as optimal comfort. The seat dividers on the D-Line chairs can be removed to allow monoskiers a barrier-free trip. Claudia Lösch is looking forward to a great day’s skiing in Ischgl. The abundant fresh snow and brilliant sunshine promise perfect outdoor fun on the ski trails. The monoskier and former disabled sportswoman starts off from the bottom station of the Silvretta lift in the center of Ischgl. In her wheelchair, she takes the elevator up to the platform. The Funitel from Doppelmayr then brings her straight to the ski area. On arrival at the top station, the double Olympic champion at Vancouver 2010 swaps over to her sit-ski, which was specially developed for wheelchair users. In her active racing career, Lösch, who is originally from Lower Austria and now lives in Innsbruck, has got to know a host of ski resorts worldwide. Accessibility and lift installations are major issues in her choice of ski region. “Chairlifts and surface lifts are what I like best,” she says. Her sports equipment can easily be used on surface lifts by fixing a rope to the moniski’s seat or on chairlifts by adjusting the seat height on her monoski. Accessibility for all From the Palinkopf, Claudia Lösch cuts elegant curves as she skis down the long and spectacular run to the bottom station of the Gampen lift. The entrance to the lift is level and easily accessible. This enables Claudia to rapidly reach the loading area. Once there, a member of the ropeway crew briefly stops the lift. With a simple flick of the wrist, he removes the seat divider in the middle the D-Line chair, creating a level and wider seating area. “That means I have unobstructed access to the seat. Also, the low loading height and horizontal seat surface on the Doppelmayr chair are extremely practical,” emphasizes Claudia Lösch. Closing the restraining bar is entirely straightforward as the strap makes it particularly easy to reach, which is an advantage for all chairlift passengers. Austria’s 2016 disability sportswoman of the year finds ample space between the footrests and enjoys the breathtaking views of Ischgl’s mountains during the uphill ride. Disembarking at the top station is equally unproblematic for Claudia: “A long and slightly downward sloping unloading area like here is helpful – that gives you enough time to get out of the seat and the slope helps with forward momentum.” When developing the Doppelmayr D-Line, safety and disabled-friendliness were major priorities along with capacity and comfort in order to ensure optimal accessibility and a comfortable uphill ride for all passengers – from skiers, snowboarders and adaptive skiers to seniors and children. Nonetheless, Claudia Lösch still sees potential for improvement: “It would be good if you could remove several seat dividers at once – that would be a great advantage at ski resorts which are hotspots for sit-skiers. Then several of us could use a chair at the same time.” This is a feature that can be readily accommodated at the customer’s request. The seat divider can be removed with a simple flick of the wrist. Monoskiers find ample space between the footrests. Breathtaking: Claudia Lösch enjoys the views of Ischgl’s mountains.
Page 1 and 2: The Customer Magazine of the Doppel
Page 3 and 4: Foreword 3 Comfort without compromi
Page 5 and 6: Facts & Figures 5 Employees Worldwi
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Page 9 and 10: All aboard and enjoy the ride 9 Rop
Page 11 and 12: D-Line comfort package for Leogang
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