Frequently Asked Questions

These systems require up to 10 times smaller footprint in comparison to the conventional vertical garages with ramps. In some cases, twenty vehicles can be parked in the footprint of about 2 vehicles.

When a developer implements an automated parking facility into their multi-unit or mixed-use property, she/he can realize up to 50% savings on space and cost. The underground applications are particularly well suited to the automated parking systems as they offer the most cost savings opportunities for the developer.

The first savings come from the reduced depth and area of excavation. Thanks to the very high density of vehicle storage in the automated parking system, the excavation cost could be reduced by up to 50%. Volume wise the vertical parking systems can fit twice as many cars within the same volume as compared to a traditional garage with ramps.

The construction also requires fewer materials to build. Since there are no people or running cars inside the underground garage, there is less need for ventilation, heating and illumination systems.

Further, automated parking systems are environmentally friendly solutions. Using such systems, the drivers no longer need to idle around a parking structure to find the designated or an available parking space. She/he parks the car at the loading bay and then leaves the area letting the vehicle to be handled by the automated system.

In some instances, the developer can achieve the LEEDS, EnergyStar, or the ParkSmart certification(s) that beyond the prestige associated with such certification, could bring financial incentive from the local, provincial/state, or federal government(s).

In addition, the system contributes to the public safety because it reduces the risk of car theft, break ins, or assault, which in turn allow for reduced insurance premiums.

The price per parking space for the equipment varies based on the following factors:

• Type of the parking system
• Vehicle storage capacity
• Number of levels/layers
• Specific design criteria related to the location and operating profile
• Additional accessories required by the client e.g. EV charging stations, turn tables etc.

A parking space in an Automated Parking System may require an investment in equipment as low as USD 4,000 and up to USD 66,000. As your engineering consultants we assess all the parameters and determine the most economic solution for your application.

The installation cost can be determined only after the project scope and site specifics are determined.

In general, the client can expect R.O.I. that ranges between 20% and 30%.

Any mechanical parking system can be fitted with architectural facades. The facades can be made of green walls, glass, aluminum, bricks, concrete, wood, vinyl, as decided by the client or her/his architect. The facades seamlessly integrate the parking systems into the overall architectural look of the area where they are installed.

Thanks to the inherent much lower required footprint, the automated vertical parking systems free significantly large pieces of land that can be used for the extension of green spaces, parks, or the development of urban landmarks, civic and or residential buildings.

VPS develops the automated vertical parking systems in cooperation with the most reputable manufacturing partners worldwide mostly in Korea, India, China, Poland, Iran, Mexico. We chose to implement electrical drivers and automation fabricated in Germany.

There are some parking systems specifically designed to be installed in pits. Also there are parking system installed above the ground; such systems require for installation only a simple foundation and anchors. These are engineered locally based on the specific installation conditions and building codes.

The operating temperature range for Automated Vertical Parking Systems is -40°C ~ +45°C. Automated Vertical Parking Systems were installed and are working well in very cold regions of Russia/Siberia, also in very hot areas like Saudi Arabia.

Automated Vertical Parking Systems have the following types of sensors on the entrance level. (1) Proximity – Right, Left sensors: The system will be stopped if either side of car door is opened. (2) Front, entrance sensors: Front bumper sensor detects if the car exceeded to the limit of pallet. Entrance bumper sensor detects if someone approaches into the system when it is being operated. (3) Car detective sensor: It detects the existence of car on the pallet. Also, the systems are fitted with interlocks, local and remote alarms.

All our parking systems can be connected to local emergency power generators. The rotary elevator can also be fitted with a manual release. In case there is an electricity outage the operator could use manual handling, in doing so releasing the motor break.

All our manufacturing partners are businesses that are ISO 9001:2008 certified. The Automated Vertical Parking Systems are certified by the following organizations: CE; UL & CUL; GOST; SASO

Since the earliest implementation in Paris, France in 1905, millions of parking spaces in Automated Vertical Parking Systems were installed all over the world. In North America the first automated vertical parking garage opened in 1951 in Washington, D.C.

We are an Engineering company specializing in the technical solutions development, procurement and project management.
Our support includes and is not limited to:

• Parking operations and lot analysis.
• Determination of the most optimal technical and commercial solutions.
• Engineering customizations of the parking system, parking lot access, and payment processing.
• Sourcing and supply of all elements of the parking system.
• Project management for the installation or the parking equipment.
• Maintenance management.
• Coordination of warranty and post-warranty services.