2. GHESA was established in 1963 by major Spanish electric utilities in collaboration with the
American consulting engineering company, Gibbs & Hill, Inc. (NY). The latter assumed the
role of technology partner until the takeover by the Spanish participants in 1992.
In 1971, after the launching of the second phase of the Spanish Nuclear Program, GHESA
promoted the creation of Empresarios Agrupados (EA) in collaboration with other
Spanish engineering companies to share capacities and resources for the development of
nuclear power stations and other macroprojects for thermoelectric generation. The activi- 1
ties of EA are controlled by an Economic Interest Group: Agrupación de Interés Económico
(EA,AIE).
At present, GHESA, with a staff of over 600, together with the consortium Empresarios
Agrupados, with global resources of some 1000 people, constitute one of the most important
engineering groups in Europe, with technological management capacity for developing a
diversity of complex projects both nationally and internationally.
3. Water..., GHESA Ingeniería y Tecnología is a Spanish Company
involved for over 40 years in projects related to water as a
distinctive element in urban environments for entertainment
natural ..., vital ..., pure ...,
and for culture.
- technical study
- economic study
transparent ..., - artistic design
- civil engineering plans
2 life-giving ..., - manufacture
- installation
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we have given it all kinds of uses ...,
- set up
- maintenance
Our aim is to improve the quality of life with environmentally
we have mastered it ..., friendly solutions, bringing the extraordinary and magic world
of water to the greatest possible number of people.
In GHESA, we design unique and original installations for all
and in GHESA, we play with it.
needs and at all levels.
Since 1975, GHESA has participated in over different 3000
fountain projects all over the world using unique patented
technology such as the Cybernetic Fountain concept,
submersible LED lighting, ultra-fast electrovalves ....
4. Ornamental Fountains
All the solutions under the sun
Ornamental Fountains are specifically designed to suit their emplacement, and as an
exclusive decorative element for their surroundings.
They permit a multitude of dynamic water patterns with fixed, dynamic, or automatic jets,
waterfall effects etc.
Circular
Linear and Waterfalls
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5. Cybernetic Fountains
Dancing water
Cybernetic Fountains, developed exclusively by GHESA, are based on the
computerized synchronization of all their elements.
Water, light and sound are merged to create authentic audiovisual symphonies.
Incorporating a GHESA musical analyzer to reproduce automatic choreographies.
Permit additional equipment for Multimedia Shows (water screen, laser, image
projection, etc.).
GHESA fountains are now international references.
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Sequential and Dynamic
Musical and Multimedia
6. Walk-in Fountains
A magical
and emotive experience
Modern cities invest increasingly more in the quality and quantity of the
areas that make them more attractive.
These areas include Walk-in Fountains which permit the public to enter
the installation and to be in direct contact with the water.
Matrix
Domes
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Mazes
Interactive Fountains
They permit active participation, creating an atmosphere of complicity
between the spectator and the water element. The public can create
their own choreographies in real time.
7. Standard Fountains
A simple concept for great ideas
Modular fountains permit the creation of infinite configurations for the client’s own
fountain design, and the possibility of group combinations permits the choice of the
ideal configuration for specific requirements, at low cost and maintenance.
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8. State-of-the-art Engineering
Floating Fountains
GHESA’s exclusively designed flotation system for fountains permits the
installation of the water elements in the sea, in lakes, etc. ...
Fountains
Geysers
Water Screens
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9. Ideas Projects Instalations
a sketch..., shapes..., exclusive fountains...,
a concept..., volumes..., designer fountains..., Water & Art
a singular fountain. transforming lines. timeless works of art.
Unique ideas ..., singular fountains ...,
Prestigious installations, with a design englobing the Architectural concept.
Designed by renowned artists or by GHESA’s team of creative talented
professionals.
“Unique works of art”, with GHESA’s guarantee to respect the exclusivity.
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art in public spaces.
10. Fountains in Shopping Malls
Fountains designed and projected to create pleasant,
relaxed and refreshing atmospheres for must-visit
reference points.
Let us be your solution
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11. To light up the faces of kids and all those who are young at heart, GHESA has
developed the technology of “AQUA KIDS” Spray Parks, creating a fabulous
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We take fun seriously
12. Maintenance Fountain refurbishing
GHESA’s technical staff are specialized in carrying out all types of maintenance
required: preventive, corrective, complete, telesurveillance, water treatment, ...
Integral
Telesurveillance
Fountain refurbishing
Products and After-sales Service
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GHESA, the company authorized by Spanish National Heritage for the refurbishment
of historical elements, will refurbish any type of fountain. Fountains with years of
history, tradition and culture.
Following an exhaustive study, GHESA, on the client’s request, will refurbish any type
of fountain with state-of-the-art technology while respecting the original installations
at all times.
13. Landmarks and References
Shows
A magic dream world • Design and installation of the largest area in the world of fountains and
ornamental water elements: Expo 92 Seville and Parque de La Reserva
in Lima (Perú).
• Participation in all of the recent important historical events (Barcelona 92
and Atlanta 96 Olympics, Tunis 2001, Lisbon 98 Expo, Group of fountains
Cybernetic Shows are based on the choreography of a in Campo de las Naciones Park, Madrid, Expo Saragossa 2008 ...).
Cybernetic Fountain.
• Project and installation of the world’s largest Cybernetic Fountains
Multimedia Shows provide grand scenarios of light and (Auditorium in Parque Juan Carlos I Madrid, Floating Fountain in Macau
colour by means of a Cybernetic Fountain incorporating and Ibirapuera Fountain in Brazil and Parquesur Madrid). Pioneer
laser, projections, special lighting effects, fireworks, company in the development of flotation systems for fountains.
audience participation, etc. .....
22 • Cybernetic concept: the first company to develop this exclusive concept.
• Specialist in unique shows: inauguration of the Guggenheim Museum
(Bilbao), Estoril Casino, Cannes Festival, ....
Guinness world record - Geyser of 80 m.- Parque de la Reserva - Lima (Perú)
• Development of GHESA patented submersible electrovalves.
• Development of GHESA patented submersible multicolour light
projectors.
• Company authorized by the Spanish National Heritage for working
with historical elements.
• Design and installation of walk-in fountains and shows for theme parks:
Warner, Terra Mítica, Port Aventura, Isla Mágica, Walibi, ...
• Exclusive prestigious fountains with renowned architects and landscape
experts.
• GUINNESS world record 2009.
14. GHESA, Ingeniería y Tecnología, S.A. projects and develops all installations
Environmental Protection and Sustainable Development in GHESA Fountains in accordance with current legislations and regulations concerning environ-
mental protection and sustainable development. Our materials, management
systems and personnel qualifications comply with ISO 9001 and ISO 14000
to ensure the highest quality in the project.
Energy savings for sustainability:
1. The management and control of our fountain consumption is based on
closed circuit water circulation.
2. The cleaning and maintenance of the fountains is carried out using
suction systems to avoid frequent pond emptying.
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3. Correct waterproofing controls of the pond basins prevent water leaks.
4. Water treatment based on bacteriological and ultraviolet systems makes
water replacement unnecessary.
5. We aim for energy saving in our fountains without loss of lighting efficien-
cy thanks to the use of LED lighting projectors.
Additionally, recycling, waste disposal, cleaning products and other materials
comply with current regulations regarding packaging requisites and the
Environmental Management System
GHESA is scrupulously respectful with acoustic contamination regulations.
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