StreamliNZ is a joint project between E-Type Engineering Ltd
and the University of Otago

University of Otago

The University of Otago’s Human Performance Centre was established in 1986 and has worked with elite athletes in a wide range of sports, and commercial applications. It became obvious that a flume would greatly enhance the work the University does in the above fields.

Prior Market Research

Before the flume was designed the University of Otago undertook surveys of potential user organisations; of activities considered likely to benefit; and, of likely usage patterns and user charges.

Evaluating Existing Flumes

In the first instance, the university conducted a worldwide search for flume suppliers, which included visits to flume facilities in USA (2), Japan, Italy, and Germany. Existing designs did not meet its requirements for flow characteristics and control of the flow.

Creating Our Flume

DesignPower (NZ) Ltd was contracted to design the flume to meet more exacting specifications and E-Type Engineering Ltd (NZ) was contracted to construct and install the flume.
StreamlinNZ was subsequently formed for the marketing and future development of the flume.

The StreamliNZ flume is a world class, high-performance, high-tech flume