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"Carowinds roller coaster shut down again due to second structural issue"

A second structural issue has been discovered on the Fury 325 roller coaster at Carowinds amusement park in North Carolina, just a month after a major crack was found. The North Carolina Department of Labor has been informed of a second "weld indication" that could be a break or a crack. The park is working with the ride manufacturer to address the issues, but no certificate of operation has been issued, and there is no timeline for when it will be. The park claims that these indications do not compromise the ride's safety, but thorough testing and inspections are being conducted before reopening.

3 years ago•Source: New York Post

Crack on Carowinds rollercoaster: Expert analyzes potential causes

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Crack on Carowinds rollercoaster: Expert analyzes potential causes

Carowinds' Fury 325 rollercoaster was shut down after a large crack was discovered in a support beam. Rollercoaster expert Gary Kilpatrick suggests that the crack could have been caused by issues with a welded area, a defect in the material, or fatigue stress from the ride. If left unnoticed, the crack could have led to a catastrophic failure. The builder of the ride, Bolliger & Mabillard, is likely responsible for the incident and repairs. The rollercoaster remains closed until further notice while inspections and repairs are conducted.

via WBTV

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