SkiWelt Scheffau Unveils Innovative 8-Seater Eibergbahn Chairlift
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Powering Up Skiing: The New 8-Seater Eibergbahn at SkiWelt Scheffau The SkiWelt Scheffau in Austria is about to unveil an impressive new addition to its ski resort – the world's most powerful 8-seater chairlift, the Eibergbahn. This state-of-the-art lift will revolutionise the skiing experience for both skiers and riders, offering unparalleled transport capacity and sustainability.The new Eibergbahn replaces the previous two 4-seater chairlifts, which had become a crucial link in the SkiWelt network. Over the past 32 years, these lifts have carried an incredible 43 million riders, showcasing the immense demand from skiers and riders.
To meet this growing need, the SkiWelt team has invested 15 million euros in the new 8-seater Eibergbahn. With a dynamic transport capacity of 1,700 to 4,570 people per hour and a maximum travel speed of 5 m/s, this lift is a marvel of engineering. Equipped with seat heating and designed without a hood for wind and resource-related reasons, the Eibergbahn prioritizes both comfort and sustainability.THE FACTS ABOUT THE NEW 8-CLD/B EibergbahnLift type: 8-seater chairliftSpeed: 5.00 m/sCapacity: 4570 persons/hSpecial feature: The world's most powerful 8-seater chairlift. Equipped with its own PV system, whichcovers around 50% of its energy needs.Manufacturer: DoppelmayrStart of construction: August/July 2024Completion: start of winter season 2024-25Investment - 15 million euros
Furthering its commitment to eco-friendly operations, the Eibergbahn features a 140 kWP photovoltaic system on the roof of the valley station, which can generate around 50% of the lift's annual energy requirements. This innovative approach to power generation is a testament to SkiWelt's dedication to reducing its environmental impact.As Andreas Haselsberger, Managing Director of Bergbahn Scheffau, remarks, "We have been planning the new Eibergbahn for many years, and with the help of Doppelmayr, we have now achieved the required transport capacity to match the performance of the previous parallel fixed-grip 4-seater cable cars. We are very excited about this technically innovative 8-seater chairlift."The new Eibergbahn is set to begin operations at the start of the 2024-25 winter season, promising an enhanced skiing experience for all who visit the SkiWelt Scheffau.