Category: Project News

Ocmis Delivers a Dynamic Water Feature for the Yeovil Regeneration Project

Ocmis is proud to announce the successful completion of our work on the Yeovil Regeneration Project, contributing to the transformation of Yeovil’s town centre with a state-of-the-art 25-jet programmable water feature.

As part of the redevelopment of the Yeovil Triangle, this installation enhances the public space by introducing movement, light, and atmosphere. Designed and installed by Ocmis, the feature is fully programmable, offering dynamic water displays throughout the year.

To achieve this, Ocmis partnered with Oase, a specialist supplier renowned for its innovative fountain technology. The system integrates Oase Varionaut submersible pumps and Profiplane L RGB LED lighting, ensuring a visually striking and energy-efficient solution that complements the newly regenerated area.

The Yeovil Triangle now serves as a vibrant, welcoming space, incorporating:
– Amphitheatre-style seating for up to 100 people, designed for performances and community events

– A raised stage and large screen to support live entertainment and public screenings

– A new art installation, developed with local community involvement

– The 25-jet programmable water feature, delivering engaging water displays day and night

This project was made possible through collaboration with:
Somerset Council | Coreus Group | Taylor Woodrow | Hydrock | AWP Exeter | K.C Groundworks & Civils | Oase

Ocmis is proud to have played a key role in this ambitious regeneration effort, delivering an innovative water feature that enhances both the aesthetics and functionality of the Yeovil Triangle.

Seafront Vision: Progress Update at Royal Plains Fountain, Lowestoft

The Seafront Vision project in Lowestoft is making excellent progress, with SPEL delivering a bespoke tank on behalf of Ocmis, and Blakedown Landscapes installing it with precision at the agreed location and levels.

This custom-manufactured tank has been meticulously designed using Revit 3D modelling to ensure exact connection sizes, locations, and orientation for seamless integration with ongoing services.

Additionally, Blakedown is advancing the installation of the plinth for Ocmis’ innovative jet channels. These jet channels, crafted in Ocmis’ workshops, will be delivered and installed next week. They include precision-engineered stainless steel plates, risers, and grilles manufactured by Kent Stainless, aligning perfectly with Oase jet nozzles and LEDs.

As the project continues to take shape, we look forward to sharing more updates and moving towards its exciting completion!

📌 Stay tuned for more progress updates.

#SeafrontVision #Lowestoft #UrbanRegeneration #PublicSpaceDesign #EngineeringInnovation

Ocmis Begins Work on Armada Way Regeneration in Plymouth

Ocmis is delighted to announce that we have officially commenced work on the Armada Way regeneration project in Plymouth. This ambitious transformation, led by Plymouth City Council, aims to revitalise the city centre, creating a greener, more inviting public space with new walkways, enhanced landscaping, and striking water features.

Our journey on this project began in late 2022, with Ocmis playing a key role in the design process from RIBA Stages 2-5, led by our Design Manager Dan Haines. After months of collaboration and planning, we were officially appointed in December 2024 to deliver the system, and works are now well underway on site, with major progress expected throughout 2025.

Ocmis’ Role in the Regeneration

Our specialist expertise is being utilised across several key elements of the project, including:

• A new irrigation system to support the extensive tree planting 🌳
• Restoration & upgrade of the Phoenix Fountain, introducing an exciting new water effect 🔥💦
• Installation of a dynamic dancing jet feature ✨
• Creation of a wide cascading rill that flows through the heart of the development 🌊

A Collaborative Effort

This transformation is being delivered in partnership with a fantastic project team, including:

🏙️ Client: Plymouth City Council
🏗️ Main Contractor: Morgan Sindall – Project Manager Marcus Grant
🎨 Architects: Studio Agora
🏛️ Structural & Civils Design: Jubb
🌿 Landscape Architects: Rathbone Partnership
⚡ Electrical Design: EDP Environmental
🚜 Groundworks & Construction: LARC Construction
🌱 Landscape Contractor: Hooper Services (South West) Ltd

We are incredibly proud to be part of this landmark regeneration, shaping a sustainable and visually stunning future for Plymouth’s city centre.

📸 Photo credit: Red Air Media Ltd

Stay tuned for updates as the project progresses!

#Ocmis #ArmadaWay #Plymouth #Regeneration #WaterFeatures #UrbanGreening #CityTransformation #SustainableDesign #PublicSpaces

Ocmis Completes Commissioning at Wembley Park NE03

This week, Ocmis attended Wembley Park NE03 for the commissioning, handover, and training of the pond recirculation and aeration systems. The project, located just a short walk from Wembley Stadium and Wembley Way, demonstrates cutting-edge design and engineering excellence.

Ocmis was initially approached by Nathan Jackaman, then with White Horse Contractors, to create the M&E design for the pond system. Subsequently, we were appointed by John Sisk & Son Ltd for the supply and installation phase.

Key features of the pond system include:

• Tiered reed beds providing filtration and natural water treatment.
• Pumping systems and pipework for efficient water recirculation.
• Automated level control and top-up system for optimal water management.
• Underliner drainage to prevent hydrostatic pressure build-up beneath the liner.
• An advanced subsurface diffused air aeration system.

The aeration system, which we collaborated with Heathland Group to deliver, was successfully commissioned this week.

We are excited to share that a case study on this project will be added to our website soon, with more photos to follow in Spring once the aquatic planting is established.

Stay tuned for updates!

Ocmis Appointed for Royal Plain Water Feature Installation in Lowestoft Seafront Vision Project

Ocmis are pleased to announce our involvement in the exciting Lowestoft Seafront Vision project as the appointed water feature specialist for the Royal Plain area.

We initially collaborated with renowned design teams Hemingway Design and Untitled Practice, contributing water feature designs at RIBA Stages 3 & 4. Following the successful completion of this design phase, Ocmis has now been appointed by the principal contractor, Blakedown Landscapes, to supply and install the new water feature as part of the revitalisation of Royal Plain.

The project will see the removal of the existing fountain, which will be replaced with a state-of-the-art jet feature that incorporates the latest in fountain technology and enhanced water treatment solutions. The new design will include multiple vertical jets, each fitted with dedicated RGB LED lighting, allowing for dynamic and vibrant displays that will captivate visitors. The fountain technology is being supplied by Oase, a leading manufacturer known for their innovative and reliable systems.

The Lowestoft Seafront Vision project is part of the £24.9 million Towns Fund regeneration initiative led by East Suffolk Council. The broader initiative aims to rejuvenate key areas of Lowestoft, with the Royal Plain set to become a central attraction, enhanced by new lighting, seating, and landscaping.

Dan Haines, Creative Water Lead at Ocmis Ltd, commented: “We are thrilled to be part of this transformative project, bringing our expertise in water feature design and installation to the heart of Lowestoft’s seafront. The new fountain will not only enhance the aesthetics of Royal Plain but also provide a dynamic visual experience for residents and visitors alike.”

The project is expected to be completed during 2025. Stay tuned for further updates as we bring this exciting vision to life.

Ocmis launch several new features at Horlicks Quarters, Slough

At the beginning of June, Ocmis successfully launched several brand-new water features at Horlicks Quarter, Slough. These include three elegant rills, two striking corten steel pools, a captivating memorial square cascade, and a stunning 24-jet dry plaza, equipped with state-of-the-art Oase nozzles, pumps, and LEDs, creating a mesmerising water display. All of the features are serviced by a single plant room and control system, conveniently located near the installations. This system incorporates the latest innovations in water filtration and treatment. These impressive water features were made possible through our collaboration with Berkeley Group

Ocmis launch new fountain at Plot 18, Aylesbury Estate

In the middle of February, Ocmis successfully launched the brand-new fountain at Plot 18, Aylesbury Estate. This feature is our first using the new Syncronorm Depence 3, with 36 jets and incorporating OASE pumps, nozzles and LEDs. The below-ground plantroom not only saves space but also ensures a discreet appearance, with convenient access. This feature was made possible by working alongside HTA Design LLP and Countryside Partnerships.

Wellingborough Golf Club

Throughout the summer months of 2023, Ocmis installed a brand-new irrigation system at Wellingborough Golf Club. The installation consisted of works to the Greens, Tees and Approaches. For a golf club, the summer months are the most important time of the year, that’s why it was essential for Ocmis to complete the installation without any disruption to Wellingborough Golf Club. Ocmis installed a new Rain Bird system which consisted of 10km of pipework and up to 400 sprinkler heads in just under 40 days! The project was a resounding success leaving the client and their members with an irrigation system to cherish for many years to come.

Greenkeeper international

Ocmis has been honoured to work on many fantastic golf courses in recent times. In autumn 2017 the irrigation system at Royal St George’s was upgraded in readiness for the 2020 Open. Ocmis re-cabled the course, installed a new control system, new sprinklers throughout the course and irrigation to the walkways, a new pump station and Toro Lynx controller.

Work on the Ailsa Course at Trump Turnberry a year earlier was more extensive as the course was renovated. A Rain Bird IC system was installed, and new irrigation to all the playing surfaces and walkways. New water storage tanks and a pump system will supply irrigation water across the whole Trump Turnberry estate.

Through the winter of 2018 Ocmis installed a system to the Old Course at Royal Troon. This included the installation of a 600m³ water storage tank and pump system for the three Troon courses and irrigation of the playing surfaces and walkways. The new Toro Lynx control system uses the latest Toro Smart decoders. The installation of the irrigation was coordinated with the installation of drainage to three holes, all in consultation with the R&A. Stephen Anthony, the secretary at Royal Troon, said: “We are very glad that we chose Ocmis to be our partner to carry out the work. The disruption to members throughout the contract has been minimal, which is great. We thought the final stages would cause major disruption but to Ocmis’ credit I did not receive one complaint from a member, just praise for the professional way the installation was carried out.”

Installation of the new Rain Bird IC system on the Old Course at Ballybunion was also installed through the winter of 2018 to 19. This included irrigation to all playing surfaces, walkways and green surrounds. A pump station was installed with the capacity for the Old Course and Cashen Course, with new borehole water supplies and a water management system.

Ocmis are working at Cruden Bay, upgrading the irrigation to the greens and walkways as part of a phased improvement of the irrigation system; new mainline, pumps and water transfer system have been installed in previous phases.

During the summer of 2018, Ocmis installed a new irrigation system to all playing surfaces at Dumbarnie Links in Fife, during the construction of this new championship course. This was a particularly intense construction with work starting in May 2018 and the 18 holes completed at the end of October. The previous large-scale installation by Ocmis on a new construction was for JCB Golf and Country Club near Uttoxeter, which was completed in 2017.

These wonderful courses have the very highest standards and expectations put on them by their members and visitors. Having an irrigation system that can reliably apply water uniformly and with a high level of control is of great importance in producing consistent playing surfaces.

Ocmis continues to deliver quality projects, achieve the standards of installation demanded, and deliver reliable irrigation systems that course managers demand.

Aberdeen evening express

The water fountain at the heart of Aberdeen’s Broad Street has been officially switched on.

With around 60 illuminated jets of water, the fountain’s designers say it is capable of limitless patterns and sequences.

The feature forms part of the £3.2 million development in the area, which includes a raised grass area, trees benches and a flexible event space – which has already been used for a number of events including Celebrate Aberdeen.

Councillor Ross Grant said: “Overwhelming feedback from the public during the City Centre Masterplan consultation was for more pedestrian-friendly areas.

“As the east end of the city centre continues with its transformation the new shared space on Broad Street, complete with enhanced public realm, is now a more functional, attractive and cleaner place for people designed to encourage people to linger longer which is also a fit for purpose event ready space to accommodate Aberdeen’s growing programme of events and festivals that take place year round.

“The Broad Street layout is the first of its kind in the city and, as a new space for the city centre, we’d ask all users of Broad Street to continue to be considerate and mindful of all other users.”

Sustrans Scotland community links manager Dave Keane said: “Creating safe and attractive spaces to walk and cycle is at the heart of our Community Links programme and we are proud to have supported the changes made to Broad Street as part of the City Centre Masterplan.

“By creating a street which prioritises people on foot and bike, Broad Street becomes a more attractive place for everyone, that will improve health and wellbeing, increase footfall for local business and bring communities together.”

Muse Developments regional director (Scotland) Steve Turner said: “The redevelopment of Broad Street is the latest phase of a remarkable transformation of this city centre location.

“The new open pedestrian-priority design complements Marischal Square which is already proving to be a vibrant and popular civic space.

“I believe this will further enhance the City Centre Masterplan ambitions to bring life back into heart of Aberdeen.”

Speaking last month, Peter Dawson, director of fountain designer OCMIS, said the city of Aberdeen was one close to the company’s heart after previous projects in the region.

He said: “The fountain in Aberdeen is really good because it’s intensive and exciting.

“We were discussing the idea back in 2014 so it’s been a long time in inception.

“It has 61 jets and each nozzle can be programmed to perform a different height or sequence so the options are limitless.

“Sometimes with fountains the public can get a bit bored when the sequence is the same, it can become part of the background, but this way the council can keep it interesting.”