PARK
Covering an area of almost 15,000 m², the new outdoor area is not only twice as large as the total exhibition areas in the Technorama facility itself, but also a really interesting experience in itself. Take a stroll along winding paths through a dense pole forest, discover nature on the meadows and banks, and experience completely new dimensions that will really astonish you.
Technorama Outdoors is designed to be a natural alternative programme to the interactive experience in the exhibitions and labs. You can explore an attractive experimentation landscape under open skies in an interplay of natural experience, experiments, recreation and relaxation.
WONDER BRIDGE
With a length of 130 metres and a height of up to 17 metres, the Wonder Bridge is an engineering masterpiece of iconographic radiance that, as a new landmark in Winterthur, creates a space for numerous exciting experiments amidst the treetops, characterised by sensational views, distant horizons and brand new perspectives.
Four individually inclined stairs enable guests to access the platform. Anybody feeling more daring can stand on the moving cantilever platform at the highest point of the bridge or experience the height with greater intensity on a glass floor!
The Swiss Society of Engineers and Architects (SIA) has been our partner from the very outset.
EXHIBITS
Experience the force of five tonnes of water, see the world with a giant's eyes and find out what it's like to walk on the Moon! Around 30 new exhibits and works of art await guests in the park to encourage hands-on experimentation.
Natural phenomena that require a lot of space, height or a direct relationship to the natural environment are now accommodated in the new outdoor area. These include complex or major (water) exhibits in particular. Added to these is a series of artworks that bring natural phenomena closer in an aesthetic manner.
Most of these exhibits have been created at Technorama, having been designed, tested and constructed in our own workshop.
REVITALISATION RIEDBACH
Until now, the Riedbach flowed through the Technorama park in a concrete bed with a monotonous embankment and a length of 135 m. The stream was channelled. As part of the park project, the stream was revitalised and made accessible as a nature experience area. With the near-natural design of the streambed with varying stream widths and the design of a differentiated bank area with stones, fascines and different slope inclinations, we have upgraded the ecological quality of the watercourse and created a habitat for a diverse animal and plant world. The project was co-financed by the naturemade star fund of ewz.
The Construction
These People Were Involved in the Park
The construction project had a total budget of CHF 16,100,000. We wish to thank all those who contributed to and supported the construction of the new park.
Simon Schweizer
Landscape Architect, Swiss Federation of Landscape Architects (BSLA), Krebs und Herde Landschaftsarchitekten | Overall management, planning and design of park
The interplay of unspoiled nature and technical objects and the soaring platforms of the Wonder Bridge that stretch out above the treetops contribute to an atmospherically intense experience. The highpoint is the geyser that shoots skywards from apparently nowhere in front of the urban silhouette, triggered by five tonnes of falling water.
That a park of this uniqueness could have been realised is thanks to innumerable people who invested a great deal of tenacity, humour and effort in this idea without every losing sight of the goal.
Andreas Haustein
Landscape architect BSLA, Krebs und Herde Landschaftsarchitekten | Overall project and construction management park
Implementing the planning on a 1:1 scale on the construction site is always a new challenge – especially with a complex project like the Technorama Park. Kilometres of various types of pipes were laid, thousands of cubic metres of earth and gravel material were excavated, moved, installed or removed, and tons of steel were used. The individual figures are impressive.
Thanks to the goal-oriented work of all those involved, the Technorama Park was completed within the specified budget and handed over to the client on time. Countless plants were planted and are now ready to be tended by the Technorama team.
Jana Voboril
Project Manager, Hämmerle und Partner | Client representation
The Technorama Park project unites creative minds, planners and contractors with the goal of realising something truly unique. We embraced this challenge enthusiastically, and we hope that the spark that inspired our spirit is felt by future visitors to Technorama!
Gianfranco Bronzini
Civil Engineer (dipl. Bauingenieur FH / SIA REG A), Conzett Bronzini Partner AG | Concept, planning and construction management of the Wonder Bridge, park bridge and suspension bridge
The Wonder Bridge allows visitors to experience engineering skill with all their senses. This impressive steel and timber design can be walked on, played on, touched and, indeed, felt. Unforgettable moments and lasting enthusiasm and delight are guaranteed.
Tino Rizzi
Civil Engineer (MSc Bau-Ing. ETH), Conzett Bronzini Partner AG | Concept, planning and construction management of the Wonder Bridge, park bridge and suspension bridge
W stands for Wonder Bridge. But W also stands for wisdom. This wisdom is the know-how of every individual who was involved in this bridge and who ensured that this structure was created. Technorama now has the wonderful task of passing on this wisdom to the next generation.
Claudia Schwalfenberg
Swiss Society of Engineers and Architects (SIA) | Planning and project committee
The SIA is committed to building culture and, for this reason, took the initiative to develop a Wonder Bridge together with Technorama that whets the appetite for civil engineering and architecture. We are delighted that this idea has led to the creation of a real park.
Nature, technology and aesthetics can be discovered in a playful fashion, and we hope that every visitor’s experience is an inspirational one!
Peter Oehy
Department Head, Hunziker Betatech AG | Planning and construction management of hydraulic engineering features and the electric power supply
The process of building a team from all the specialists involved impressed me greatly. The common goal of designing a «successful park» welded us together in a unified team.
Martin Deuring
Civil Engineer (Dr. sc. techn., dipl. Bauing. ETH SIA USIC) | Planning the halfpipe and calculation of the Falling Water exhibit
The Wonder Bridge is a majestic structure, an elegant steel framework consisting of slim steel sections, all expressions of a high degree of engineering skill. The reward for this can be seen in the many astonished expressions on visitors› faces, but especially in the experiments that it enables. Amongst these, five tonnes of water falling from a height of nine metres above the ground, crashing onto the halfpipe with a vertical force that is ten times greater and then shooting up again to 100% above the initial height – a miracle based on sound physical principles!
Werner Stalder
Project Manager, Schneider Stahlbau AG | Wonder Bridge construction and installation
It was a major challenge and a mark of recognition to realise the Wonder Bridge. Thanks to the fascinating material we know as steel, we succeeded in completing this task, with twisted slim sections that make major overhangs appear as if they are hovering components.
When the falling water relieves the load on the bridge, the flexible behaviour of the design can be felt on the entire body.
The time lapse impressively illustrates the team effort invested in the construction of the Wonder Bridge, confirming that great things can come of motivated cooperation.
Jürg Hofmann
Board of Directors, Hofmann Gartenbau AG | Horticulture
A stroll through this wonderful park is, on its own, a fascinating experience. The best form of recreation and recuperation in the heat of summer is feeling the cooling effect of over 800 planted trees or the excitement of experiencing different spaces, perspectives and views. The beauty of the park is only surpassed by the many exhibits which can be discovered, astounding and surprising visitors and animating their desire to experiment. A fabulous idea!
Stefan Geiges
Managing Director, K. Geiges AG | Civil and hydraulic engineering
As a specialist for civil and hydraulic engineering, we were allowed to create the sophisticated pipeline systems and hydraulic engineering features. This extraordinary Wonder Bridge is quite simply an aesthetic masterpiece. I was particularly impressed by the willingness of the creators to use the latest technology at every turn. This attitude also mirrors our own corporate philosophy.
Marco Paternolli
Head of Reconstruction/Structural Engineering Zurich, Lerch AG Bauunternehmung | Construction of the halfpipe, garden walls and exhibits
As a construction firm steeped in tradition and located in Winterthur, we are proud of our involvement in the Technorama Park and Wonder Bridge projects.
In addition to contributing to the development and dynamism of the Falling Water, the exhibits and the garden walls, we have also helped to enrich the entire Winterthur region.
Silvano Regnani
Head of Timber Construction, Lerch AG Bauunternehmung, Timber Construction Dept. | Wonder Bridge wood cladding
The Wonder Bridge in the new Technorama Park is truly an extraordinary project. Being involved in it and making our «woody» contribution was an exciting experience for us all. All wood cladding on the Wonder Bridge is created with timber obtained 100% from trees in the immediate vicinity of Winterthur. This is an example of Technorama’s investment in sustainability.
Thousands of inquisitive visitors will explore the new park and the surprises it contains. Our carpenters are proud to have contributed to this wonderful attraction.
Hannes Pfyffer
Construction Foreman, Baltensperger AG | Bridge foundations
The goal of this project was achieved through the symbiosis of technology and bridge construction.
Urs Gloor
Supervising Electrical Installation Technician, Etavis AG | Electrical installations
Realising the electrical installations for the park was extremely interesting, as each exhibit functioned in a different fashion. We had to deal with low- and high-voltage systems as well as with ELV and LV. The glass fibre and general data transmission cables we installed were also important, as these were used for exhibit functions.
As a father of four children, I have visited Technorama on many occasions. I am now a granddad several times over, which means the youngest member of our family can show off the park to which I have also made a contribution.
Mario Castelli
Software Engineer, Rey Automation AG | Exhibit and plant control system
Even as a child, I was always fascinated by the opportunity Technorama offered to observe and, most importantly, experience science and technology. Being involved now in the creation of the new park is not just simply any old job, but a task that fills me with particular pride.
Michael Hartmann
Managing Director, Hebag AG | Design and construction of the suspension bridge tensioning mechanism
Bridges unite people and regions, but they frequently present their builders with particular challenges and demand courageous decisions. So, show us your courage and take a «swing» on the suspension bridge!
Bandar Secchi
WALO Bertschinger AG | Pond lining and sealing
Technorama has always stimulated a fascination among both young and old for technology, allowing it to be experienced by all. The Technorama Park and its different elements allow visitors to experience the unity and interplay between nature and technology in an impressive manner. It’s extremely interesting to be part of a project of this kind!
Thomas Müller
Sales Manager, Schindler Aufzüge AG | The lift to the Wonder Bridge
I was very impressed at how this tall lift shaft was integrated into the Wonder Bridge with such architectural perfection.
These people and organisations supported the Technorama Park:
(in alphabetical order)
A-D
3-Plan Haustechnik AG | AAC Computer AG | ABL Bürki Sonnenschutztechnik GmbH | Familie Adams-Sorbé | ADZ Automation GmbH | Aktiengesellschaft für Erstellung billiger Wohnhäuser in Winterthur GEbW | Familie Urs und Christiane Altorfer-Kaufmann | Elly und Jürg Altwegg Brenner | Alphasys AG | Alex Anwander | Architekturbüro Johann Frei | Walter Arnold | arv Baustoffrecycling Schweiz | Dr. Wolfgang Auwärter | Thomas Asshauer | AXA Generalagentur Christian Werenfels | Bafilco AG | Lilian Banholzer Hänzi | Baugarten Stiftung | Baumberger Rechtsanwälte AG | Viktor Beglinger | Belimo Automation AG | Familie Benson | Bruno Bernet | Familie Bertschi-Greub | Ulrike Besold | Werner Bickel | Matthias Bieri | Peter Bockhoff Stiftung | René und Susanne Braginsky-Stiftung | Renate Brossi | Brossi AG | Dominik Bruderer | Silvia Brunner | Vreny und Jack Brunnschweiler | Buderus Heiztechnik AG | André und Verena Buchel-Schoch | Felix Büeler | Adriano Burali | Burckhardt Compression AG | Büro Schoch Werkhaus AG | Büro Schoch AG | Laurin Czichollas | Consulta AG | Roland Custer | Dachverband Lehrerinnen und Lehrer Schweiz LCH | Ferdinand Derler | Deutsche Rückversicherung Schweiz AG | Dr. Deuring und Oehninger AG | Monika Derler-Bucher | Reto Diener | Doris Dietschi | Heinz und Felicitas Domeisen
E-H
Finn und Mathis Eberle | Hugo und Ingrid Eckert | Boris Eckhardt | Jeremy Edgecumbe | Daniel Egger | Eisen Optikergeschäft AG | Electrosuisse | Ernst Göhner Stiftung | ETAVIS AG | EVP Winterthur | experts4IT | Familie Bucher, Restaurant Rossberg | Familie Hostettler | FAND AG | Wolfgang und Wan-Chu Feuerstein | Corinne Feuz | Dora Fitzli und Peter Maspoli | Petra und Gerd Flaig | Patric Flüeler | Flütsch Ingenieure AG | Stephan Föllmi-Brodmann | Christine Frank | Ursula Frank | Fabian Frei | FREI Bauunternehmung | Peter und Edith Frey-Gasser | Conny Funk, Daniele Luke und Claudia Leder | Reinhard Fürst | Marco Fritschi | Barbara und David Galeuchet | Gemeinde Elsau | Gemeinde Gossau ZH | Heidi Hafner-Gubler | René Hauswirth | Gemeinde Hettlingen | Gemeinnützige Stiftung ACCENTUS | Gemeinnützige Stiftung Basler & Hofmann | Georg H. Endress Stiftung | Georg und Bertha Schwyzer-Winiker Stiftung | Gesamtschule Winterthur | Get Diversity GmbH | Gewerkschaft Unia | Emanuelle Giacometti | Prof. Hans Giger | Goldenberg Immobilien GmbH | Michael Gomringer | Horst-Michael Grathwohl | Markus und Liselotte Greminger | Janine Greuter | Armin und Leny Grögli-Sigrist | Grütli Stiftung Zürich | Tobias Guldimann | Michael Gutman | Verena Gschwind | Martin und Marianne Haefner | Hans Jörg Häfliger | Halter AG | Eugen Haltiner-Benesch | Hämmerle Partner GmbH | Handelskammer und Arbeitgebervereinigung Winterthur | Hans Konrad Rahn-Stiftung | Mario Hartmann | Louis Hauck-Allenspach | Andreas Haustein | René Hauswirth | Christof Hasler | HEBAG AG | Daniel Heinze I Esther Helg | Dr. Iris Henseler Stierlin und Peter Stierlin | Stephan Herde | Beat Herter | Hans Hess | Romana Heuberger | Bettina Hitzfeld | Otmar Hofer | Jürg und Maja Hofmann-Baur | Walter Hönes | Peter, Jürg, Felix, Martin und Lea Horisberger | House of Winterthur | HUBER+SUHNER Stiftung | Jan Hübscher | Illyan Aurelio Hunkeler | Hunziker Betatech AG | Markus Hutter | Hutter Dynamics AG | HUWA Finanz- und Beteiligungs AG
I-M
Prof. Dr. Werner Inderbitzin | Janina und Aline Wirth, Maurin und Dario Ulrich | Jessica & Felix |JG Bauexpert GmbH | Joh. Jacob Rieter-Stiftung | Christa Joss | Jossi AG Systembau | Jürg Frutiger Unternehmen AG | Kanton Zürich | Karl Erb Sanitär – Haustechnik AG | Karl Geiges AG | Keller Glas AG | Jürg und Christine Keller-Jucker | Dr. Waldemar A. Keller-Vögeli | Elin Klester | Olivia Klester | KIBAG Bauleistungen AG | Kinderzahnarztpraxis Signorelli-Moret | Klasse 6 Ea HTL Brugg-Windisch (1984) | Dieter Kläy | Alexandre und Hildegard Kounitzky | Matthias Krebs | Krebs und Herde GmbH | Jürg Kull | Küng & Co AG Kaffee-Rösterei | Axel Kusterer | Paul und Anna Künnemann | Thorsten-D. Künnemann | Michael und Karin Künzle | la grande famiglia | Labosim Markierungs AG | Markus und Gisela Läderach | Langhard Hoch- und Tiefbau AG | Christian Leber | Lions Club Winterthur | Irene Langhard | Walter Langhard | Lauffer & Frischknecht | Erhard Lee | Fredy A. Lienhard | Liftberatung Daniel Ullmann | Lotteriefonds des Kantons Zürich | Maag Recycling AG | mageba SA | Othmar und Kerstin Mannhart | Erwin Maurer | Ralph Mannhart | Ursina Meier, Mattea und Johannes Pietsch | Medbase Apotheke Zentrum Töss | Familie Meier | Markus Meier | Ines Meili Ott | Merck Schweiz | Sharru Moeller | Paul Moeller | Urs Mohler | Molinari Rail AG | MÖKAH AG | Christine und Jörg Moor mit Familie
N-Q
Adrian, Seraina und Neo Nussbaum | Peter und Maya Müller-Nussbaumer | Alexander Nagelstein | naturemade star-Fonds von ewz | Naturwissenschaftliche Gesellschaft Winterthur | Nina und Obi, Winterthur | O.Hadorn AG | Daniel Oederlin | one marketing services ag | OSRM Team 2020 | Leonardo Pellizzari | Jana, Janis, Patrizia und Tadzio Peyer | Urs Pfenninger | Sebastian Robin Pfister | Joschua David Pfister | Peter und Brigitte Pfyffer | PiQuP AG | Hans Preisig | Martin Paul Putora | QUIBIQ Schweiz AG
R-U
Tomas Radeljic | Ruedi Räss | Viktoria, Annette und Gerald Rebitzer/Köhler | RenaissanceRe Europe AG | Karin Reindl | Markus und Astrid Reinhard | Dr. Regula Reinhart | Michael Reinmann | Restaurant Technorama – ein Betrieb der ZFV-Unternehmungen | Eduard Rikli | Kathy Riklin | Josefine und Xavier Ringli | Familie Werner und Gerda Roner | Dani Romay | Robert Roos-Fasnacht | Liam Roth | Nina Roth | Thomas Rüegger-Steiner | Ueli Ruf | Satech Produkte GmbH | Elfriede Schindler-Kuhn | Gaston Säuberli | Barbara und Paul Schaffner | Priska, Samuel, Vivienne und Friedrich Schär | Hermann Schäublin | Jacqueline Scheiflinger Mannhart | Jürg Schelldorfer | Doris Schellenberg und Willi Bollhalder | Martin Schnyder-Däppen | Daniel Senn-Grünberger | Sandra und François Sierro | Adrian Schneider | Hans-Walter Schläpfer | Karin Schmid | Titus und Renate Schmid | Schneider Beton AG | Marc Schoenleber | Frank Schweitzer | Simon Schweizer | Eugen Schweizer | Schweizerische Mobiliar, Generalagentur Winterthur | Schweizerischer Ingenieur- und Architektenverein SIA | Prof. Edit Seidl | Sensaco GmbH | Katharina Siegrist und Francesco Serratore | in Gedenken an Theodor Siegrist | Sandra und François Sierro | speakers.ch | Kurt Spörri | Stadt Winterthur | Stähli Haustechnik AG | Anthony Stäubli | Annetta Steiner | Stiftung «Perspektiven» von Swiss Life | Stiftung Edwin Pünter Erben | Michael Straub | Wilhelm Studer-Salzmann | Sulzer-Stiftung | SWICA Krankenversicherung AG | SWiSE – Swiss Science Education | Urs Thalmann | Thalmann Logistik AG | Bernard Thurnheer | Heinrich und Berti Schneider-Tischhauser | Heinz E. Toggenburger | Toggenburger AG | Familie Trammell | Walter Ulrich | Bernhard Ulrich
V-Z
Verband der Schweizerischen Lack- und Farbenindustrie (VSLF) | Thomas Vogel | Valentin Vogt | Volg Konsumwaren AG | Vontobel-Stiftung | VSS Brandschutz AG | WALO Bertschinger AG | Bettina Walther | Michael Walther | Julian Wandhoven | Wolfgang Wandhoven | Paul Wanner | Christian M. Waser | Wyss Wassertechnik AG | Remo Weber | Familie Widmer-Plüss | Urs Wieser | Willi | Luzi Willi | Doris Zahnd | Wilfried Zander | ZFV-Unternehmungen | ZHAW Technikum Winterthur, Frackwoche 2019 | Jürg Ziegler | Jo Ziltener | ZIMM GmbH | Annemarie Zobeley | Robert und Anna Rosa Zwahlen |
Documentation
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