Project Profile: High Point University Entryway Fountains
Overview: The High Point University Welcome Center entrance fountains are a stunning display of underwater fountain lighting and Geyser fountain nozzles in the school's signature colors of purple and white. The fountains feature the FXPRO Series of freestanding lights, which add a captivating illumination to the water, creating a decorative water fountain that exudes school spirit.
Customer: High Point University entrusted Fountain People with the creation of the entryway fountain, based on their successful collaboration on previous projects, including the Qubein Arena Panther Fountain.
Designer: LKC Engineering, a leading engineering firm, took the helm in designing and creating The High Point University Welcome Center entrance fountains. Their expertise ensured meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of the project.
General Contractor: The responsibility of fountain construction and management fell upon DH Griffin, a trusted general contractor known for delivering high-quality results.
Installer: Pfists Inc., a reputable fountain installation company based in Douglasville, Georgia, was responsible for executing the fountain installation. With their extensive experience in working on various fountains within the High Point University campus, Pfists Inc. ensured a seamless installation process.
Project Scope: The HPU Welcome Center lighted fountain comprises a single-level oval-shaped basin, measuring approximately 10' wide and 48' long. The basin features a linear row of nine Geyser Jets positioned along the center line. These jets create highly aerated conical mounds of water, reaching a spray height of 4' under normal conditions, with a maximum height of 6'. To mitigate unfavorable wind conditions, a wind anemometer is installed to adjust the spray heights accordingly. Each jet is equipped with an LED light fixture containing RGBW diodes, providing enchanting illumination during nighttime and evening hours.
Equipment Used: The pump equipment is housed in a C-series underground equipment fountain vault, which includes a landscape access hatch for easy maintenance. The vault measures approximately 6' x 8' x 8' in depth. It houses a 7.5-HP display pump with an integral suction strainer, a 1-HP filter pump, TA60 sand filter, valve assemblies, sump pump, fill manifold, ladder assembly with a ladder up extension pole, vent fan, and a UL electrical panel in NEMA enclosure. The electrical panel features motor starters, breakers, LED light controls, a digital time clock, and a main disconnect.
Collaborative Team: The High Point University entryway fountains stand as a testament to the collaboration between Fountain People, LKC Engineering, DH Griffin, and Pfists Inc. This visually captivating display not only welcomes visitors but also showcases the school's pride and spirit through its mesmerizing fountain lighting and geyser fountain nozzles, adding a touch of elegance to the campus environment.
