A water feature performs only as well as the system behind it. At Kusser FountainWorks, mechanical equipment is developed with the same care as the visible structure. More than 20 years of experience in the U.S. market, combined with nearly a century of engineering expertise, shape how hydraulic systems are built, configured, and tested for long-term operation.
Custom-engineered equipment package for the 74-foot water wall at Nashville Yards, integrating pumps, filtration and piping systems to ensure a continuous, uniform flow of water.
Equipment Fabrication
Mechanical equipment assemblies are engineered and built at the Kusser FountainWorks facility in the United States. Pumps, filtration systems, controls, and technical infrastructure are configured to match the hydraulic and architectural demands of each project. Every equipment package is custom-fabricated for its intended application. Equipment layout, service access, and operational requirements are addressed early in the design process, so the system is prepared for integration before it reaches the site. The same approach supports new construction as well as system rebuilds, retrofits, and renovation projects.
Applications
Each of these solutions serves a different purpose within the overall system. Custom equipment vaults are used where service access, structural constraints, and project-specific hydraulic demands need to be resolved within one integrated enclosure. Preassembled equipment skids support faster installation and cleaner site coordination by delivering mechanical assemblies already configured and ready for placement. Reservoir tanks are developed for projects where water volume, system demand, and spatial conditions require a dedicated storage solution. Custom stainless steel fabrication and welding are used where standard components are not enough, especially in projects that call for durable custom details, tight dimensional control, or integration with other architectural and mechanical elements.
Benefits
Project-Specific Configuration
No two water features are alike. Each equipment package is individually engineered to meet the precise performance and site requirements of the project, ensuring a fully integrated and optimized solution.
Integrated System Logic
Every fountain system is engineered holistically, with hydraulic performance, electrical requirements, serviceability, and operational behavior carefully coordinated to create a fully integrated, high-performing solution from the very beginning.
Factory Preparation
Each system undergoes factory assembly and testing prior to shipment, minimizing site-related uncertainties and ensuring a more precise and efficient installation process.
Long-Term Service
Every equipment package is designed with long-term ownership in mind, ensuring straightforward access for maintenance, minimizing downtime, and supporting reliable, efficient performance throughout the life of the fountain system.
Mechanical Continuity
From new fountain systems to complex renovations and retrofits, the same depth of technical knowledge guides every project. Each system is engineered and fabricated based on extensive field experience, ensuring lasting performance and dependable operation.
Types of Equipment
Custom Equipment Vaults
Preassembled Skids
Reservoir Tanks
Custom Metal Fabrication
Gallery
Custom Equipment Vault
fiberglass
US, VA, Virginia
2002
Type
Custom Equipment Vault
Materials
fiberglass
Location
US, VA, Virginia
Year
2002
Fiberglass (fiberglass)
Type
Custom Equipment Vault
Materials
fiberglass
Location
US, VA, Virginia
Year
2002
Fiberglass (fiberglass)
Custom Equipment Vault
concrete
US, FL, Palm Beach Gardens
2021
Type
Custom Equipment Vault
Materials
concrete
Location
US, FL, Palm Beach Gardens
Year
2021
LA: EDSA
Concrete (concrete)
Type
Custom Equipment Vault
Materials
concrete
Location
US, FL, Palm Beach Gardens
Year
2021
LA: EDSA
Concrete (concrete)
Custom Equipment Vault
fiberglass
US, DC, Washington
2022
Type
Custom Equipment Vault
Materials
fiberglass
Location
US, DC, Washington
Year
2022
Reflecting pool at sculpture base — water flows around the base so the bronze boat appears to be moving or sailing forward.
Title: Angels Unawares
Artist: Timothy Schmalz
A: Kimmel Studio Architects
LA: Michael Vergason Landscape Architects
Fiberglass (fiberglass)
Type
Custom Equipment Vault
Materials
fiberglass
Location
US, DC, Washington
Year
2022
Reflecting pool at sculpture base — water flows around the base so the bronze boat appears to be moving or sailing forward.
Title: Angels Unawares
Artist: Timothy Schmalz
A: Kimmel Studio Architects
LA: Michael Vergason Landscape Architects
Fiberglass (fiberglass)
Custom Equipment Vault
concrete
US, TX, Frisco
2012
Type
Custom Equipment Vault
Materials
concrete
Location
US, TX, Frisco
Year
2012
Three tier 'wedding cake' cascade fountain
Concrete (concrete)
Type
Custom Equipment Vault
Materials
concrete
Location
US, TX, Frisco
Year
2012
Three tier 'wedding cake' cascade fountain
Concrete (concrete)
Custom Equipment Vault
fiberglass
US, FL, Brandon
2026
Type
Custom Equipment Vault
Materials
fiberglass
Location
US, FL, Brandon
Year
2026
Fiberglass (fiberglass)
Type
Custom Equipment Vault
Materials
fiberglass
Location
US, FL, Brandon
Year
2026
Fiberglass (fiberglass)
Custom Equipment Vault
fiberglass
US, MD, Columbia
2026
Type
Custom Equipment Vault
Materials
fiberglass
Location
US, MD, Columbia
Year
2026
Reflecting pool / memorial fountain — quiet, contemplative water feature circling the granite star sculpture
Artist: Larry Kirkland & John Grant
A: Studio William Cochran
Fiberglass (fiberglass)
Type
Custom Equipment Vault
Materials
fiberglass
Location
US, MD, Columbia
Year
2026
Reflecting pool / memorial fountain — quiet, contemplative water feature circling the granite star sculpture
Artist: Larry Kirkland & John Grant
A: Studio William Cochran
Fiberglass (fiberglass)
Custom Equipment Vault
fiberglass
US, CA, Livermore
2021
Type
Custom Equipment Vault
Materials
fiberglass
Location
US, CA, Livermore
Year
2021
LA: Gates Associates
Fiberglass (fiberglass)
Type
Custom Equipment Vault
Materials
fiberglass
Location
US, CA, Livermore
Year
2021
LA: Gates Associates
Fiberglass (fiberglass)
Custom Equipment Vault
fiberglass
US, VA, Fairfax
2012
Type
Custom Equipment Vault
Materials
fiberglass
Location
US, VA, Fairfax
Year
2012
LA: Streetsense
Fiberglass (fiberglass)
Type
Custom Equipment Vault
Materials
fiberglass
Location
US, VA, Fairfax
Year
2012
LA: Streetsense
Fiberglass (fiberglass)
Custom Equipment Vault
fiberglass
US, TX, Forth Worth
2011
Type
Custom Equipment Vault
Materials
fiberglass
Location
US, TX, Forth Worth
Year
2011
Hybrid Granite Fountain, Architectural Fountain, Medical Center Fountain
LA: Talley and Associates
Fiberglass (fiberglass)
Type
Custom Equipment Vault
Materials
fiberglass
Location
US, TX, Forth Worth
Year
2011
Hybrid Granite Fountain, Architectural Fountain, Medical Center Fountain
LA: Talley and Associates
Fiberglass (fiberglass)
Custom Equipment Vault
concrete
US, FL, Tampa
2022
Type
Custom Equipment Vault
Materials
concrete
Location
US, FL, Tampa
Year
2022
'Mangrove' Misting System and Benches
A: Elkus Manfredi Architects
LA: Reed Hilderbrand
Concrete (concrete)
Type
Custom Equipment Vault
Materials
concrete
Location
US, FL, Tampa
Year
2022
'Mangrove' Misting System and Benches
A: Elkus Manfredi Architects
LA: Reed Hilderbrand
Concrete (concrete)
Custom Equipment Vault
fiberglass
US, VA, Woodbridge
2012
Type
Custom Equipment Vault
Materials
fiberglass
Location
US, VA, Woodbridge
Year
2012
A: RTKL Associates, Inc.
LA: Mahan Rykiel Associates
Fiberglass (fiberglass)
Type
Custom Equipment Vault
Materials
fiberglass
Location
US, VA, Woodbridge
Year
2012
A: RTKL Associates, Inc.
LA: Mahan Rykiel Associates
Fiberglass (fiberglass)
Custom Metal Fabrication
steel
US, TN, Nashville
2026
Type
Custom Metal Fabrication
Materials
steel
Location
US, TN, Nashville
Year
2026
Stainless Steel (steel)
Type
Custom Metal Fabrication
Materials
steel
Location
US, TN, Nashville
Year
2026
Stainless Steel (steel)
Custom Metal Fabrication
steel
US, OK, Skiatook
2013
Type
Custom Metal Fabrication
Materials
steel
Location
US, OK, Skiatook
Year
2013
Stainless Steel (steel)
Type
Custom Metal Fabrication
Materials
steel
Location
US, OK, Skiatook
Year
2013
Stainless Steel (steel)
Custom Metal Fabrication
steel
US, FL, Tampa
2022
Type
Custom Metal Fabrication
Materials
steel
Location
US, FL, Tampa
Year
2022
Fog Feature
A: Elkus Manfredi Architects
LA: Reed Hilderbrand
Stainless Steel (steel)
Type
Custom Metal Fabrication
Materials
steel
Location
US, FL, Tampa
Year
2022
Fog Feature
A: Elkus Manfredi Architects
LA: Reed Hilderbrand
Stainless Steel (steel)
Custom Metal Fabrication
steel
US, DC, Washington
2018
Type
Custom Metal Fabrication
Materials
steel
Location
US, DC, Washington
Year
2018
Granite waterfall & stainless-steel water screen fountain
A: Shalom Baranes Associates
LA: SIRI LLC
Stainless Steel (steel)
Type
Custom Metal Fabrication
Materials
steel
Location
US, DC, Washington
Year
2018
Granite waterfall & stainless-steel water screen fountain
This interactive fog system at the plaza has a total of three fog pumping stations controlling 114 fog jets with various programmed zones. At the inner circle there are nine individually controlled units choreographed with the outer fog units and interlaced with full color RGBW lighting. The lighting shows offer various themes and effects to correspond with the fog show.
LA: Mahan Rykiel Associates
outdoor (outdoor)
Type
Mechanical Rooms
Materials
outdoor
Location
US, Baltimore
Year
2020
This interactive fog system at the plaza has a total of three fog pumping stations controlling 114 fog jets with various programmed zones. At the inner circle there are nine individually controlled units choreographed with the outer fog units and interlaced with full color RGBW lighting. The lighting shows offer various themes and effects to correspond with the fog show.
LA: Mahan Rykiel Associates
outdoor (outdoor)
Mechanical Rooms
indoor
US, VA, Reston
2018
Type
Mechanical Rooms
Materials
indoor
Location
US, VA, Reston
Year
2018
A: Davis, Carter, Scott Ltd.
LA: Studio39 Landscape Architecture
Indoor (indoor)
Type
Mechanical Rooms
Materials
indoor
Location
US, VA, Reston
Year
2018
A: Davis, Carter, Scott Ltd.
LA: Studio39 Landscape Architecture
Indoor (indoor)
Reservoir Tank
fiberglass
US, Washington D.C.
2022
Type
Reservoir Tank
Materials
fiberglass
Location
US, Washington D.C.
Year
2022
Reflecting pool at sculpture base — water flows around the base so the bronze boat appears to be moving or sailing forward
Title: Angels Unawares
Artist: Timothy Schmalz
A: Kimmel Studio Architects
LA: Michael Vergason Landscape Architects
Fiberglass (fiberglass)
Type
Reservoir Tank
Materials
fiberglass
Location
US, Washington D.C.
Year
2022
Reflecting pool at sculpture base — water flows around the base so the bronze boat appears to be moving or sailing forward
Title: Angels Unawares
Artist: Timothy Schmalz
A: Kimmel Studio Architects
LA: Michael Vergason Landscape Architects
Jerry has been exclusively involved since 1998 in design, manufacturing, and construction of water features throughout the world devoted to the water feature industry. Jerry joined Kusser in 2010 to provide special initiatives, designing and creating innovative designs that showcase the natural beauty of stone and water from the natural element of stone and water. He has a passion to create exceptional water features for any application and is involved in all phases of the industry. Contact Jerry today to discuss your next water feature project.
Will Herring,
Sales and Estimating Account Manager
Will brings practical water feature experience into the early stages of project development. His focus lies in budgeting, design development, preliminary renderings, and schematics that help shape clear next steps from the outset.
