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Alvarado dormakaba Group streamlines admissions at Somersplash Waterpark

The attraction in Kentucky now has reduced queues, better staff efficiency, and an improved guest experience

Aerial view of Somersplash water park with winding slides and pools, surrounded by green trees.

Alvarado dormakaba Group, a leader in access control and guest flow solutions trusted by attractions, cultural institutions, and entertainment destinations worldwide, has worked with Somersplash Waterpark in Somerset, Kentucky, to streamline and secure guest access.


Somersplash Waterpark partnered with Alvarado dormakaba Group to enhance visitor access by making it more secure and efficient, without compromising speed or quality of service. For this project, the UltraQ Portable Pedestal improved the admissions process through its elegant design, easy-to-use interface, and seamless integration with the point-of-sale and ticketing system, Gatemaster Technology.

Easy-to-use solutions & seamless integration

The UltraQ Portable Pedestal provides a Wi-Fi-enabled, quick-to-deploy ticket scanning solution with a compact design, perfect for busy entry points. Since installation, the park's leadership team have shared their experience, noting how the system decreased entry queues, increased staff efficiency, and enhanced the guest experience.

Ticket scanning kiosk with digital screen and barcode reader slot.

For more than 65 years, customers have relied on Alvarado and its US-made products to secure their assets and manage crowd movement. Its tailored, advanced solutions are used by theme parks, museums, zoos, aquariums, and leading sports and entertainment venues across the globe, offering the safety, guidance, and experience that employees and guests expect.

Founded in 1956 in Southern California, the company designs and manufactures in-house, ensuring innovation, quality, and reliability. In 2019, Alvarado joined the dormakaba Group, a leader in access control and security, which enabled the expansion of its products and global reach while maintaining high service levels.

Electronic kiosk with "Thank You, Please Enter" message and a person nearby.

Alvarado dormakaba Group provides a comprehensive selection of admission systems that simplify entry processes and improve the visitor experience. In addition, its patron counting systems allow operators to access precise, real-time data on guest flow and attendance. To find out more, contact the team here.

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