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Structural Issue

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travel-and-leisure2 years ago

Carowinds' Tallest and Fastest Roller Coaster Reopens After Repairing Crack

Carowinds amusement park in North Carolina has reopened its Fury 325 giga roller coaster after it was closed in June due to a crack on the support beam. The ride underwent repairs and testing, including the installation of a new steel support beam, and passed a final inspection by the North Carolina Department of Labor. The crack was initially discovered by a visitor who alerted park employees and the local fire department. The Fury 325 is known as the tallest, fastest, and longest giga coaster in North America, reaching speeds of up to 95 mph and a peak height of 325 feet.

technology-and-engineering2 years ago

"Carowinds roller coaster shut down again due to second structural issue"

A second structural issue has been discovered on the Fury 325 roller coaster at Carowinds amusement park in North Carolina, just a month after a major crack was found. The North Carolina Department of Labor has been informed of a second "weld indication" that could be a break or a crack. The park is working with the ride manufacturer to address the issues, but no certificate of operation has been issued, and there is no timeline for when it will be. The park claims that these indications do not compromise the ride's safety, but thorough testing and inspections are being conducted before reopening.