New B&M Coaster Seat and Restraint Patent Discovered

Swiss Manufacturer Bolliger and Mabillard, more commonly referred to as B&M, have long led the amusement industry with their ride models that are known to be some of the most innovative, robust, and well-engineered roller coasters in the World. But with manufacturers such as Mack Rides and Intamin AG now using a lap-bar system on …

Patents for B&M Surf Coaster are popping up

It seems more and more that we will soon be able to welcome a new type of roller coaster. The Swiss manufacturer Bolliger & Mabillard wants to build a Surf Coaster. Patent applications have now also surfaced for this new type of roller coaster. In recent months there have been a lot of rumors about …

B&M files patent for Stand-Up Coaster restraint

Bolliger & Mabillard (B&M) may be planning to revive its stand-up coaster model. Last week, the Swiss coaster manufacturer filed a patent for a new “passenger restraint system for roller coasters” that is designed to keep riders in a standing posture. And the design may be headed to SeaWorld Orlando for a custom launch coaster — more …