Our Solutions

Comprehensive water feature types engineered to European standards, ensuring long-term durability and minimal maintenance.

Design & Engineering

In-house CAD engineering, fluid dynamics calculation, and artistic choreography for your project.

Featured Projects

Explore our landmark installations integrating advanced multimedia and hydraulic engineering.

Frequently Asked Questions
test

测试

Introduction to Common Water Patterns in Fountain Design

1. Straight Jet (Central Vertical Jet) Water Pattern

The straight jet is the most fundamental and classic fountain water pattern. Water columns are ejected vertically upward and concentrated by nozzles, forming upright, powerful streams. Depending on nozzle bore size and water supply volume, jet heights range from dozens of centimeters to over one hundred meters.
Design Notes: Straight jet nozzles demand relatively high water quality; impurities tend to clog orifices. They are commonly deployed as main water columns, paired with decorative surrounding patterns to form a layered layout: central high jets + peripheral low jets. The main jet of a large musical fountain usually serves as the visual focal point of the entire water feature.
Application Scenarios: Central main jets for plazas, water features in front of monuments, central high jets on large lake surfaces.

2. Geyser Water Pattern

The geyser pattern simulates the surging effect of natural springs. Water wells up from the pool bottom under low pressure, generating continuous churning ripples on the water surface without distinct tall water columns. Its visual effect is natural and soft, widely used to create an ecological atmosphere.
Design Notes: Precise control over surface water fluctuation is required for geysers, often paired with overflow weirs or wave suppression structures. Suitable for shallow water areas with a typical water depth not exceeding 30 cm.
Application Scenarios: Natural-style landscape water features, wetland parks, ecological restoration water bodies.

3. Cedar Tree Water Pattern

Using specially designed cedar nozzles, this pattern sprays water upward while spreading outward, forming layered shapes resembling cedar branches. The dense, full spray delivers strong visual volume, making it one of the most frequently adopted decorative fountain patterns.
Design Notes: Cedar nozzles are available in fixed and adjustable types. Adjustable cedar nozzles allow modification of spray angles for flexible flow configurations. When multiple cedar nozzles are arranged, the spacing must exceed the spreading radius of the water pattern to avoid mutual interference.
Application Scenarios: Lake fountains in parks, atriums of commercial plazas, residential community water features.

4. Morning Glory Water Pattern

Also known as trumpet flower pattern. The morning glory nozzle ejects water upward, which expands into a trumpet shape with smooth, elegant flow mimicking blooming morning glories. The overall silhouette is graceful with fine water sprays.
Design Notes: This pattern requires stable water pressure; pressure fluctuations will deform the flower shape. Installation of pressure stabilizers or variable frequency pump control is recommended. Single morning glory units typically have a height of 1–3 meters.
Application Scenarios: Landscape ponds, residential water features, indoor water features in hotel lobbies.

5. Dandelion Water Pattern

Realized by a spherical multi-orifice nozzle. Dozens of tiny jets radiate evenly from the sphere surface to form a spherical cluster of sprays, resembling a dandelion from afar. It boasts an exquisite shape and high recognizability.
Design Notes: Dandelion nozzles shall be installed horizontally to ensure uniform water pressure distribution across all outlets. Strict water filtration is necessary; a precision filter is recommended upstream. This pattern works best as an accent element and is not suitable for large-area layout.
Application Scenarios: Dry fountains, indoor water features, embellishments for small landscape spots.

6. Fan Jet Water Pattern

Fan nozzles spread water into fan-shaped sheets with a broad, expansive visual effect. A single row of fan jets creates a continuous fan wall, while multiple rows generate vertical depth. It is a widely used base pattern for large-scale fountains.
Design Notes: Fan nozzles support adjustable spreading angles ranging from 30° to 90°. When multiple fan nozzles are installed side-by-side, overlapping coverage angles must be calculated to ensure seamless splicing of fan surfaces.
Application Scenarios: Base water patterns along plaza frontages, plazas in front of buildings, outer zones of large fountains.

7. Peacock Tail Water Pattern

An advanced combined variant of the fan jet pattern. Groups of fan nozzles are arranged symmetrically on both sides of a central axis. When activated simultaneously, the whole formation resembles a peacock spreading its tail, presenting a magnificent grand effect, often used as the signature pattern of large fountains.
Design Notes: The peacock tail requires ample horizontal space; single sets normally span 5–15 meters in width. Symmetry is critical: nozzle models and water pressure on both sides must be strictly identical.
Application Scenarios: Large urban plazas, scenic area entrances, landmark water feature projects.

8. Mushroom Water Pattern

Mushroom nozzles shape water into full hemispherical streams with a rounded outline like a mushroom. The compact, lovely silhouette fits small water features and interactive zones.
Design Notes: Mushroom jets generally range 0.5–1.5 m in height and are unsuitable for high-jet applications. Nozzles must be mounted below the water surface to maintain intact hemispherical formation.
Application Scenarios: Small landscape ponds, children’s interactive water features, decorative accents for dry fountains.

9. Arch (Rainbow) Water Pattern

Directional nozzles propel water along parabolic trajectories to form arched water gateways. Arrays of arch nozzles create continuous arch passages that pedestrians can walk through, offering high interactivity. Sunlight refracting through the water arcs often produces rainbows, hence the alternative name rainbow pattern.
Design Notes: The parabolic trajectory is determined jointly by nozzle angle and water pressure. Precise calculation of water landing points is required to prevent splashing outside the pool. Multiple aligned arches must maintain consistent parabola heights.
Application Scenarios: Park walkways, arch gateways at landscape entrances, interactive water features.

10. Jumping Jet (Running Jet) Water Pattern

One of the most playful patterns for musical and interactive fountains. Multiple straight jets fire sequentially under program control. Water columns appear to hop and race across the ground, delivering dynamic chasing and running effects.
Design Notes: Jumping jets rely on DMX or PLC control systems for precise timing. More nozzles extend the jumping path and enrich visual effects; typical configurations consist of groups of 8–32 nozzles. Response speed is a key indicator; solenoid valve switching time should be less than 50 ms.
Application Scenarios: Dry fountains, interactive water features, dynamic segments of musical fountain performances.

11. Rotating Jet Water Pattern

Rotating nozzles or mechanical rotary units spin water columns during ejection to form spiraling upward motion. The jet trajectory resembles a DNA double helix with strong dynamic appeal.
Design Notes: Rotating jets are divided into hydraulically driven and motor-driven types. Hydraulic rotation requires no extra power yet offers uncontrollable speed; motor-driven rotation enables precise speed adjustment and is preferred for programmed musical fountains.
Application Scenarios: Dynamic segments of musical fountains, stage water features, landmark water installations.

12. Firework Jet Water Pattern

Specially designed firework nozzles disperse water outward once jets reach maximum height, simulating bursting fireworks with powerful visual impact. Frequently deployed in climactic musical fountain sequences to lift the atmosphere in rhythm with music.
Design Notes: The bursting effect of firework nozzles depends on accurate water pressure regulation. Insufficient pressure fails to create bursts, while excessive pressure causes excessive splashing. Variable frequency pumps are recommended for dynamic adjustment.
Application Scenarios: Climax segments of musical fountain shows, festival water performances, large-scale light & water shows.

13. Water Screen Pattern

Water screen generators discharge continuous sheet-like water cascading down from an elevation to form flat vertical water walls. The smooth, uniform water surface serves as a projection medium for water screen movies and laser projection, constituting a core element of night tourism and water light shows.
Design Notes: Water screen flatness and uniformity directly determine projection clarity. Generators must deliver even outlet gaps and stable, sufficient water flow. Typical water screen heights range from 5–20 meters, with widths customized per projection requirements. Laser or high-definition projector matching needs consideration of projection distance and brightness.
Application Scenarios: Water screen movies, night light shows, cultural tourism night projects, grand celebration water features.

14. Water Curtain Pattern

Water curtain nozzles or multi-row perforated pipes release parallel vertical thin streams to form curtain effects. Unlike the sheet flow of water screens, water curtains consist of discrete vertical streams. Scenery behind can be partially seen through the gaps, delivering enhanced depth.
Design Notes: Curtain density depends on stream spacing and quantity. Wind impact must be considered for outdoor installations, and wind shielding measures should be provided. Lighting behind the curtain can create striking light curtain effects.
Application Scenarios: Water curtain walls at building entrances, landscape partitions, indoor decorative water features.

15. Mist (Cold Fog) Water Pattern

High-pressure mist systems pressurize water to dozens of bar. Precision nozzles atomize water into micron-sized droplets to form pervasive fog. This pattern creates no prominent water columns and focuses on atmosphere building; paired with lighting, it generates fairyland-like visuals.
Design Notes: Mist systems require extremely high water quality. Multi-stage filtration is mandatory to prevent nozzle clogging. High-pressure pipelines and joints need regular inspection. Mist density and coverage are determined by nozzle layout density and installation height. Cold fog systems do not raise ambient temperature and are ideal for summer use.
Application Scenarios: Atmosphere creation for night lighting, artistic conception water features, theme park fog forest systems, auxiliary effects for dry fountains.
Introduction to Common Water Patterns in Fountain Design
Key Elements of Professional Water Screen Projection Show Design

Clients often ask: “Isn’t a water screen show just a large projector, a water screen, and a video on loop?” But actual projects are far more complex—and far more fascinating—than one might imagine.

A water screen show is a precision-coordinated performance system in which five key components—creative content, projection, fountain equipment, control systems, and venue conditions—must be synchronized in real time. If any one element falls out of sync, the overall viewing experience will be significantly diminished.

We do more than just provide equipment installation services; we craft a complete, immersive sensory narrative experience.

01 Creative Planning

Establish the Story First, Then Discuss the Equipment

Every spectacular performance begins with a narrative framework, not a list of equipment specifications. We prioritize composing the soundtrack, and the rhythm of all visual sequences is synchronized with the music. The storyboard serves as the master timeline: fountain choreographers, lighting designers, projection technicians, and laser programmers all collaborate based on this frame-by-frame standard. Without this foundational design, the final result would be nothing more than a video played on a water screen.

02 Projection System

A Flowing “Screen”

The shape of the water screen directly determines image quality. A fan-shaped water screen is suitable for wide-scale storytelling; a circular water screen creates an immersive, surround-sound effect; and a vertical water screen is suited for narrow, elongated water bodies. The base brightness for outdoor projection must not be less than 15,000 lumens; the main water screen is equipped with a laser light source as standard, requiring a brightness of 25,000–40,000 lumens. Large-scale performance projects require an array of 3–6 projectors to achieve a seamless image through edge blending. Integrating 3D architectural light mapping with the water screen is key to creating distinctive performance effects.

03 Fountain System

Dynamic performers, not static backdrops

This is our core strength. Programmable one-dimensional nozzles can trace smooth water lines; two-dimensional nozzles can shape three-dimensional, dynamic water forms, and the choreography logic for the two is entirely different. Underwater LED lighting serves as the color foundation for the water feature; the color coordination between the lighting and the projected images must be finalized during the preliminary planning phase and cannot be left to ad-hoc adjustments on-site. Air-burst water sprays create dramatic turning points, flame effects heighten the climax, and cold fog sets the atmospheric tone. Precise timing of special effects is far more important than simply piling on a large number of them.

04 Control System

The Metronome of the Entire Performance

SMPTE timecode serves as the core reference for the entire performance: fountains, lighting, projections, lasers, and audio are all synchronized to the same master clock signal. DMX512 manages the lighting system, Art-Net handles network signal transmission, and PLC ensures safety logic—these three independent control chains each fulfill their specific functions. Redundant backup for the main controller is a mandatory requirement: should the primary controller fail, the backup system must take over seamlessly. Even a signal interruption as brief as 0.1 seconds would be clearly noticeable to the audience.

05 Site Conditions

The Focus of 80% of Project Risks

Water depth, seasonal fluctuations in water levels, water turbidity, and winter freezing issues all constrain equipment selection and construction plans. Audience sightlines determine the placement of projectors; the projection path must not interfere with the audience’s line of sight. For open-water projects, acoustic simulations must be conducted; otherwise, audio dead zones may occur in certain viewing areas. In terms of power load, a medium-sized performance can consume 300–500 kilowatts of electricity. If this is not verified with the local power authority during the preliminary phase, it will be difficult to resolve the issue through emergency measures later on.

 

Water Screen Projection Show Design

Musical Fountain Design: Music Synchronization, Control & Hydraulic Layout

I. Four Core Principles of Musical Fountain Design
Professional musical fountain design rejects cookie-cutter approaches and must balance artistic impact with practical application, adhering to the following four core principles:
1. Principle of Site Adaptation
Tailor solutions based on the site’s scale and purpose. Public squares are suited for large-scale matrix fountains and ultra-high-reach fountains; riverfront landscape areas are suited for linear flowing water features; commercial and indoor settings should use compact, low-noise water features; Cultural and tourism attractions feature themed fountain shows that align with the site’s character and usage requirements.
2. Principle of Synchronization of Sound, Light, Electricity, and Water
The core objective is to achieve four-dimensional synchronization of sound, light, electricity, and water. Through precise program control, water patterns and lighting colors dynamically change in time with the music’s rhythm—soothing melodies are paired with gentle water features, while energetic music styles are matched with dynamic water effects such as leaping jets and explosive bursts, creating a unified audiovisual experience.
3. Safety and Stability Principle
All underwater equipment meets the IP68 waterproof standard, and electrical circuits are equipped with ground fault and overload protection devices. The pool structure and equipment layout are optimized, with designs incorporating corrosion resistance, waterproofing, and short-circuit prevention to eliminate safety hazards and ensure long-term, stable operation of the equipment as well as pedestrian safety.
4. Energy Efficiency and Easy Maintenance Principle
Energy-efficient variable-frequency pumps and low-power LED underwater lights are selected, paired with a smart timed start-stop system to reduce energy consumption. Equipment locations are strategically planned with maintenance space reserved to simplify operation and maintenance procedures and reduce long-term operating costs.

II. Standard Design Process for Musical Fountains
A well-developed musical fountain design consists of five core steps, each ensuring the successful implementation of the final effect:
1. Site Survey and Requirements Analysis: Survey site dimensions, water quality, power supply, and environmental conditions; clarify the project budget, scene positioning, and performance requirements; and determine the fountain’s scale and style.
2. Thematic Artistic Conceptualization: Integrating local culture and project characteristics, plan water pattern combinations, lighting color schemes, and musical styles; choreograph a rhythmically varied performance to create a unique landscape theme.
3. Technical Detailed Design: Refine plans for the water system, lighting, electrical controls, piping, and wiring; optimize spray angles and heights based on wind speed and spatial parameters to address issues such as water overspray and limited visual effects.
4. Construction, Installation, and Implementation: Complete civil engineering, piping installation, and equipment installation according to the drawings; implement waterproofing, corrosion protection, and reinforcement measures to mitigate construction risks.
5. Programming, Debugging, and Acceptance: Input customized music tracks; debug the synchronization of sound, light, electricity, and water; conduct repeated test runs to fine-tune parameters; correct any errors; and finally complete acceptance and handover.

III. Key Points of Core System Design
The quality of a musical fountain is determined by four core systems. The key design points are summarized as follows:
1. Water Feature Shaping System
This system combines diverse water forms—such as surging fountains, swaying water, flowing water, air-burst fountains, and super-high fountains—to create rich layers through a layout that alternates between high and low elevations and blends dynamic and static elements. It utilizes 304 stainless steel nozzles and silent variable-frequency pumps that adapt to different musical rhythms, ensuring durability and low noise levels.
2. Lighting Rendering System
IP68-rated RGBW full-color LED underwater lights are used, supporting effects such as color gradients, strobing, and follow-spot lighting. Adhering to the design logic of “changing colors with the music and adapting to the water’s light and shadow,” the system enhances the nighttime landscape’s ambiance and sense of depth through the alternation of warm and cool colors.
3. Intelligent Control System
Serving as the fountain’s central “brain,” the digital control system captures musical rhythms with millisecond precision and coordinates all equipment. It supports multiple preset programs, scheduled operations, and remote control; high-end solutions can incorporate environmental sensing and interactive controls to meet both routine and customized performance needs.
4. Safe Power Supply System
The system employs zoned, independent power supply with waterproof distribution boxes and protective devices, and all wiring undergoes sealed, waterproof, and flame-retardant treatment. A complementary water circulation and filtration system prevents nozzle clogging and equipment corrosion, reducing the likelihood of malfunctions.

IV. Key Focus Areas for Custom Design in Mainstream Scenarios
Design priorities vary by scenario; precise customization is essential to maximize value:
Urban Squares: Grand and majestic with high visual appeal; large-scale layouts and high-jet water displays are suitable for public viewing, while the system is stable, durable, and low-maintenance.
Cultural and Tourism Attractions: Themed and narrative-driven, integrating light and shadow, water mist, and laser effects to create immersive water-based performances that attract nighttime visitors.
Commercial Complexes: Dynamic and fashionable with a lively rhythm, paired with popular music to enhance interactive experiences and boost foot traffic.
Landscaped Residential Communities: Gentle and serene, featuring gushing fountains and soft, gradually changing lighting with low noise and minimal water spray, designed to complement the natural ecological landscape.

 

Musical Fountain Design

Industry News
Jul 31, 2026
test
测试

Initiate a Project

Submit your project drawings, dimensions, or initial concepts. Our engineering team will review the technical feasibility within one business day.

  • Headquarters

    Yanta District, Xi'an City, Shaanxi Province, China
  • Industrial Hotline

    +86 18092401575
  • WhatsApp Business

    +86 18092401575
  • Project Inquiries

    2761483687@qq.cm