How does a Puzzle Parking System help ease space crunch?

Indian cities are a great amalgamation of a wide range of cultures and influences, where taking a turn can feel like stepping into a new world. Although gathering a lot of diverse thing into a relatively small space redefine cities and is one of the biggest advantages of the urban locations, it also creates a substantial challenge for developers. Space is an important element of a city, and developers have to create a perfect balance between the practical needs of their properties and the visions they have for them. One of the most significant examples of this balancing act is parking.

 

Properties need parking spaces, but traditional parking spaces or garages consume valuable street-level real estate and can have a negative effect on the aesthetics. Traditional parking garages also pose other problems such as public safety concerns and pollution. A significant increase in the number of vehicles over the last decade has also raised questions regarding the availability of enough parking space in the cities to accommodate them. When the traditional parking methods have proved to be ineffective, new advanced technology-driven automatic or semi-automatic parking systems turned out to be the solution for all parking-related issues.

 

Modern automatic/semi-automatic parking systems have not only efficiently increased the number of parking spots in a limited space but also transformed the parking experience. There are many automatic parking systems available today that provide service according to the parking requirement and space availability. The systems can be easily configured and customized to suit the demands of the customers.

 

A puzzle parking system is one of the most widely used semi-automatic parking systems that operates like a puzzle, adjudging the available spot for parking. When you call an empty platform, the system brings it to a ground level if it is not present already at the ground level. Access to any platform is at ground level by default. You have to park a vehicle on the steel platform manually in a puzzle parking system once the called platform comes to a rest. Once the car is settled, the system checks that it has been properly parked with the help of sensors.

The platform is raised/lowered and moved horizontally with the help of hydraulic cylinder and chain mechanism till it reaches its predetermined spot.

 

Some major advantages of a puzzle parking system are:

 

·             The system makes parking faster and easier as the car can be parked and retrieved quickly without any hassle. This directly negates the commotions caused in the parking area because of an unplanned parking system.

 

·             The system also ensures the safety of the vehicle. It significantly reduces the chances of theft and damage by minimizing the vehicle’s contact with anything when it is parked in the system.

 

·             Maintenance of the parking system is very easy. Once installed, the system needs nominal oil changes and cleaning but nothing more than that for long durations if instructions are followed.

 

·             The operating cost of the parking system is also low that makes the system sustainable in a long-term scenario.

 

An intelligent puzzle parking system designed by Klaus Multiparking can fit a lot of cars into a smaller space while offering numerous advantages. Klaus Multiparking’s best in class parking system - P-310 Semi-automatic Puzzle Parking System is a highly recommended and widely installed puzzle parking system. Klaus understands the dire situation of traffic and unsafe road parking that has raised due to the limited availability of parking spaces. By making the optimum use of available space and providing ample parking space, the puzzle parking system by Klaus Multiparking increases the parking spots as much as 3 times when compared to the generally available spaces in a traditional parking system.

 

Klaus Multiparking’s P-310 Puzzle Parking System is crafted to provide parking spaces to cars on three levels and side by side. Platforms made of steel pallets that can lift up to 2000 Kg. The vehicles are parked vertically one above the other. The upper and lower platforms move vertically whereas the ground floor platforms move sideways only. This setup coordinates to free up space and park vehicles by moving the car on the platform as per the availability of a parking spot in the system. There is one vacant parking space in the system for it’s apt functioning. The vacant space is used to shift the parking spots. It is very convenient and quick in its operation that allows faster parking and retrieving.

Other than P-310, Klaus Multiparking also offers P-110 Puzzle Parking System, P-200 Puzzle Parking System as well as Klaus Over Ground Puzzle Parking System. Klaus Multiparking has helped a lot of financial institutions, tech-parks, and residential/commercial buildings to maximize their parking space with its puzzle parking solutions. To know more, click here: https://www.klausindia.com/multi-level-car-parking/semiautomatic-system.html

Stack Parking Systems for Indian Urban Areas: Necessity, Usage, and Benefits

India’s urban population has grown to more than 285 million in 2001, close to 28 percent of the total population of the country. Over the last decade, the overall rise in population has been significantly large, about 70 million people.

Such growth naturally presents urban sustainability challenges. One of the most crucial issues rapidly-growing Indian cities face is how to accommodate the huge number of vehicles competing for parking space. In this scenario, long-lasting and efficient parking solutions are of urgent need.

Parking space scarcity limits the scope of land developers who have to struggle to fit many spaces in along with the buildings they are trying to design and construct. Certain commercial buildings or business centers may also grow to the point where their existing parking areas become insufficient for employees and visitors. Fortunately, a solution to these issues can be stack parking systems. In case you are wondering “What is a stack parking system?” read on to find out.

What are stack parking systems?

Stack parking Systems are simple parking solutions to park multiple cars in a footprint of one car. This permits the optimum utilization of vertical space in parking lots that would normally remain unused. Stack parking systems achieve this with moving platforms arranged one above the other. Vehicles can be parked on the platforms and continue to remain on them stably as end-users lift them to make room for more vehicles to park below.

Stack parking systems can be further divided into two categories:

1. Dependent stack parking system, where the vehicle parked below must be driven out before the platform is lowered.

2. Independent stack parking system, where the two platforms are connected to each other mechanically and there is no relative movement in between them, so there’s no need to remove the lower vehicle. Most of these systems require a pit one level or two levels below the ground.

5 reasons why stack parking systems is one of the best parking solutions for urban areas:

•             Space-saving: A stack parking system stores the multiple number of cars in less space. Thus a lot of space is saved as compared to a traditional parking. Much space is left for amenities and greenery ensuring a positive impact on the environment.

•             Optimum space utilization: Stack parking systems can be constructed in tight spaces as well. This allows for more efficient urban land use, which is a crucial factor in city planning and development.

•             Easy customization: Stack parking systems are generally customizable according to the available space, which makes them an important tool in keeping the design.

•             Low maintenance: Maintenance of the stack parking systems is necessary for their smooth functioning, but it is inexpensive and does not have to be done very frequently if the systems are used as instructed.

•             Reliability and ease of use: Multiparking systems are built with advanced technology but are very easy to operate and use. They are also highly reliable, where end-users do not need to worry about their vehicle’s safety.

Elaborating on “What is a stack parking system?” also involves exploring its variants that are available. The usual arrangement of a stack parking system consists of a metallic platform, which is supported by two steel pillars on either sides and two sliders mounted on steel pillars with sliding guides. Platform is moved synchronously by a leaf chain and hydraulic cylinder mechanism. These can hold two or more vehicles according to their type.

KLAUS Multiparking’s Stack parking Systems are simple parking solutions to park 2 or 3 cars in a footprint of one car. Stack Parking Systems can accommodate all passenger cars ranging between 2 to 2.5 tons. These systems are easy to maintain and reliable.

G 61: This system allows two cars to be parked, one at the ground level and another one on the platform above. The lower car needs to be driven out to use the upper platform.

G 61 M: Similar to G 61 with an additional feature of multiple height adjustment, provided the parking height is available. Cars can be parked, one at the ground level and another one on the platform above. The lower car needs to be driven out to use the upper platform

2062: This is independent parking system that allows 2 cars to be parked. This allows independent retrieval of the top car w/o removing the car below. Both platforms move vertically up and down together. A pit is required one level below the ground level so that the lower platform moves down and enables the upper platform to match the ground level.

3015: This system allows three cars to be parked, one on the lower, another one on the middle and one more car on the upper platform.  A car on the lower platform needs to be driven out to retrieve the car from upper platforms.

G 63: This is independent parking system that allows three cars to be parked, one on the lower, another one on the middle and one more car on the upper platform. A pit is required two levels below the ground level so that the lower and the middle platform move down and enable the upper platform to match the ground level.

 

To know more about KLAUS stack parking systems, please visit: https://www.klausindia.com/multi-level-car-parking/stack-system.html

An Overview of Multilevel Parking Systems and Their Types

 The ever-growing population of India has created many difficulties - one of the challenging ones being car parking which we confront almost every day. Besides the problem of space for cars moving on the road, greater is the problem of space for the cars that remain parked for most of their time. Roads are being built for mobility, but do we have enough space to park the cars? While residential projects are still designed with keeping in mind the parking requirements, the real problem lies with commercial spaces - many a time which is solved by parking on the road or taking up extra open spaces.

Multilevel Parking systems, for some time, have provided relief since they come with a number of advantages - maximum utilization of the available space, lower maintenance and operational costs, reliable and environment-friendly nature, comfortable for end-users, etc.

Multilevel parking systems are normally installed in commercial establishments, complexes, malls, multiplex, residential apartments, hospitals, hotels wherever there is a critical shortage of parking space. The suitable parking system type and dimensions need to be analyzed in the planning stage of the building. Proper planning combined with the best feasible solutions can work wonders for the buildings which have a huge footfall, and thus scarcity of parking spaces.

Even though multilevel parking systems are gaining momentum in Indian cities, it is expected that it will take some time for people to absorb the technology and understand the advantages. There are various types of parking systems and users are going through a learning process to find out the best possible systems. Here are some of the broad categories:

Stack Parking Systems:

Stack parking systems are multilevel parking systems that stack one or more vehicles one above the other. Stack parking systems stack cars above or below the ground or combination of both in a parking space. This allows proper utilization of vertical space in parking areas that would normally go unused and park two or more cars in a space that would normally fit only one car. Stack parking systems achieve this with moving platforms that can be raised or lowered. Cars can be parked on the platforms and continue to be stored on them safely as operators lift them to make space for more cars to park below. Stack parking systems can be further divided into – dependent and independent stack parking systems.

Puzzle Parking Systems (Semi-automatic Parking Systems):

Semi-automatic or puzzle parking systems are multilevel parking systems where access to any platform is at ground level by default. Users have to park a car manually on a platform. Once the car is settled, the system checks that it has been properly parked with the help of sensors. The platforms are raised/lowered and moved horizontally to transport the car at desired position. Puzzle parking systems often come in many variations of size, capacity, and type.

Fully-automatic Parking Systems:

Fully-automatic parking systems are multilevel parking systems that do not need any manual help to park a car within them first before activating. The user only needs to interact with the system through operator panel located at the parking area’s entry room. From there, the system takes over, moving the car and finding a suitable spot for it. Fully-automatic parking systems come in various types such as Tower Parking Systems, Multilevel Circulation, Lift & Shuttle System, Quad Vario (Chess) System, and many more.

KLAUS Multiparking specializes in designing, manufacturing, and installing high-quality stack parking systems, puzzle parking systems, and fully-automatic parking systems with a variety of options for architects and builders to choose from. KLAUS Multiparking has introduced many state-of-the-art multilevel parking systems in major cities across India, which is enabling drivers to ease the task of parking. KLAUS multilevel parking systems take less retrieval time, are affordable and environment-friendly since they fit more cars in the footprint of one car. Other advantages include a shorter construction time and a 24X7X365 servicing facility.

In India, the concept of multilevel parking is still restricted to large cities. However, we at KLAUS Multiparking are striving towards making multilevel parking systems a common parking solution in suburban areas which are facing parking challenges as they grow. To know more about our entire product range, click here:www.klausindia.com