PUZZLE PARKING SYSTEMS: A GROWING TREND IN INDIA

 

In 2019, The South Delhi Municipal Corporation (SDMC) Monday laid the foundation stone for Delhi’s first fully automated puzzle car parking at Adhchini village near Aurobindo Marg. Recently, the same SDMC inaugurated a fully automated puzzle parking facility at its Firoz Gandhi Marg site in Lajpat Nagar.Earlier, this space used to accommodate 46 cars; today with puzzle parking, it fits 246!

In Maharashtra, ina relief for flat buyers, the Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority (MahaRera) has declared that puzzle parking is part of the common areas in a housing project.

Puzzle Parking System, a type of automated car parking system, is now a growing trend, being implemented for the benefit of car owners, builders, urban planners and also for pedestrian safety. With automated car parking systems, builders can accommodate more cars in a smaller footprint whilecar owners get secure parking space. Inconvenience and accidents are avoided.

ABOUT PUZZLE CAR PARKING SYSTEM

Puzzle Parking is a Semi-automated or fully automatic system based on the system of stacking and moving cars closer together. It features combination pallets that enable horizontal and vertical movement of parking spots just like a sliding puzzle.

It is an independent parking system, meaning there is no dependency of any car on other cars for retrieval from the system. It can be easily configured and customized to any property criteria. Parking systems are generally powered by electric motors or hydraulic pumps that move vehicles into a storage position.

Puzzle parking system advantages

·         Easy maintenance

·         Low operating costs

·         Variations available: 2 to 7 levels vertically and 2-10 grids horizontally

·         Various permutation and combinations of levels in an underground pit and above the ground possible

·         Fast parking and retrieval: average of 60 to 90 seconds per car depending upon configuration

·         Photo-electric sensor for safety

·         Safety locks

·         Anti-corrosive platforms

·         Anti-slip platform design

·         PLC-based system for better control and smooth operation sequencing

·         Ideal for new construction or retrofits

·         Best suited for residential complexes, IT parks, commercial complexes, malls and hotels

PUZZLE CAR PARKING SYSTEMS FROM WPS

Wohr Parking Systems (WPS) is a leading manufacturer of puzzle car parking systems India.WPS is a joint venture of WÖHR Autoparksysteme GmbH, Germany and Vyas Group, India. The German companyhas been designing, manufacturing and installing car parking systems since 1959.

WPS' puzzle parking systems are marketed under the name 'Combilift' and currently include fourmodels:

Combilift 542

This is an independent parking system in 2 levels above each other with a pit, suitable for when headroom is restricted. With a height of min 2.20 m as available for conventional parking garages, Combilift 542 provides 2 parking levels above each other.

This system has always one platform less at the entrance level. When requesting a lower level platform, the upper level platforms will move laterally until there is an empty space into which the appropriate platform is raised.

Combilift 543

This is the most compact, space saving Combilift for independent parking on 3 levels above each other. The entry is always at the middle level. The user selects his place via operating panel. Low-wear hydraulic systems ensuresmooth and safe movement of vehicles.

Combilift 551

A smart design for independent parking on two levels without pit. Entrance level platforms move laterally and upper level platforms move vertically, with always one platform less at the entrance level. To bring down upper platform for parking in or out, the platforms at the entrance level will first move to one side to provide an empty space into which the required platform is lowered.

Combilift 552

The Combilift 552 offers independent parking in 2 levels above each other and 2-3 rows behind each other. It can be arranged in 2 rows behind each other. A smart combination is to put in Combilift 551 or Combilift 543 system behind Combilift 552. Empty space in the first row will be positioned in such a way that it is possible to drive through to reach the selected space, located in the rear row. 

Today, Wohr offers the most extensive range of car parking systems, and proven expertise built up over 60+ years and thousands of installations worldwide.

WPS’s range of multi-level car parking systems includes stacked parking systems, puzzle parking systems, underground parkingsystems, pit parking systems, automatic tower parking systems and a variety of automatic car parking systems.

Furthermore, WPS is a proven car parking manufacturer with the technology and capabilities on par with the parent company in Germany. WPS works with architects to customise the most appropriate car parking solution for diverse clientele across India.

THINK ‘SMART’, THINK WOHR AUTOMATIC CAR PARKING

 

As urban and semi-urban centres suffer from a severe shortage of parking space compounded by sky-rocketing land prices, multilevel car parking systems are the only solution. In large car parks, it's not always easy to find an unoccupied spot, and it takes time to park and retrieve vehicles. Moreover, in busy towns and cities, management of parking lots poses a serious challenge. Suitable manpower to guard, guide and manage the system is not only hard to find, but expensive.

Automatic car parking systems can counter this problem, making daily life so much easier.

WHAT AUTOMATIC CAR PARKING SYSTEMS CAN DO

With the use of technology, car parking systems can be automated and made 'intelligent' so they:

-          enable users to locate empty parking slot in the shortest time

-          keep track of the activity of the parking slot

-          allow entry only when there is space available, and/or to registered users

-          display the number of vacant slots

-          operate a systematic entry and exit point

-          record, process, store and channel parking activity data

-          provide security and safety for the car from theft and damages while parking

Such automatic car parking systems are the future of parking systems. The 'smart' parking that 'smart cities are opting for, across the world.

APPLICATIONS OF AUTOMATIC CAR PARKING SYSTEMS

·         Residential buildings

·         Hotels

·         Office/Commercial complex

·         Shopping centres and show rooms

·         Universities

·         Government buildings

·         Airports

·         Hospitals

·         Stadium

ADVANTAGES OF AUTOMATED PARKING FACILITIES

Automated parking systems have many advantages. They include:

·         Better security because patrons do not walk to and from their space<p/>

·         High parking efficiency

·         No driving while searching for an available space = reduced emissions

·         Patrons wait for their car in a controlled environment

·         Less potential for vehicle vandalism& theft

·         Minimal staff needed if used by familiar parkers

·         Retrieval time can be less than the combined driving-parking-walking time in conventional ramped parking structures

·         Eliminates the need for valet parking

·         Reduces the competition for the best spaces. Since drivers do not need to be concerned about the physical location of the vehicle, they can simply drop off the car without going through a lengthy process of finding the best space

KEY FEATURES OF EVERY AUTOMATIC CAR PARKING SYSTEM

1.       Vertical Lifts – A hydro-electric system allows vehicles to be moved vertically and laterally until an available parking spot is located. The actual layout of the parking spaces is optimised for different vehicles, makes and models.

2.       Entrance Platform – The entrance platform is an access point that connects to the storage system. The design of the platform is sturdy in order to eliminate excessive amounts of noise and vibration. Some systems also use turntables to optimise movement between the send-off point and the destination.

3.       Vehicle Identification – Automatic identification of the vehicle is the key to creating an efficient and cost-effective system for parking cars. The driver can get a time stamp that shows all the data related to the location of the vehicle and the time of the drop-off. This serves as a receipt in addition to a convenient method of ordering the return of the car.

WOHR’S AUTOMATIC CAR PARKING SYSTEMS

Wohr’s popular automatic car parking system is the Combiparker 555. With the tried and tested principle of stacking and moving closer together, Combiparker 555 creates even more space with up to 8 levels on top of each other and up to 7 grids next to each other.

Vehicles are parked in parking levels with a specially designed adjustable sliding carrier unit. In every second grid, transport lifts ensure the lifting and lowering of vehicles. These grids also serve as the entrances and exits.

Combiparker 555Highlights

·         Compact parking on up to 8 levels above ground

·         Variable arrangement of 3-7 grids beside one another

·         Different car heights are possible at different levels

·         Carrying capacity per platform / per car available with 2000kg

·         A combination of stacking and moving cars closer together

·         Independent parking

·         Cost-effective technology

·         High level of operating and functional safety according to EN norms

·         Easy operation

Wohr also offers another globally-renowned automatic system: Slimparker 557 Tower. It offers up to 23 above-ground parking spaces on narrow and long ground plans. A central vertical lift located in the transfer area conveys the car to one of the 6 possible parking levels per system. Each parking level can store up to 4 cars.

The slim construction contours allow incorporation into a soundproof wall. This safeguards the residents of housing areas against adjacent road and rail traffic noise pollution. Narrow gaps can be used for additional car parking spaces.

Slimparker 557 Tower Highlights

·         Automatic parking system for up to 23 cars

·         Carrying capacity per platform / per car available with 2000kg and 2600kg.

·         Narrow gaps are perfectly closed

·         Very small ground plan and very slim construction

·         No space-intensive ramps and driveways

·         Slim installation width of only 280 cm, can be extended up to 310 cm in 10 cm steps

·         Different car heights from 150 cm to 200 cm can be accommodated

·         Individual façade can be done by the developer - max. weight of approx. 50 kg per m²

Conclusion

Wondering if automatic car parking is right for you? A qualified parking consultant can help you understand the options, weigh the pros and cons, and select the parking system that suits your requirement the best.

Wohr Parking Systems is the world’s leading car parking system manufacturer, offering a wide range of mechanical, semi-automatic and automatic car parking systems - built to the highest international quality and safety standards. Puzzle parking system, stack car parking, hydraulic car parking, tower parking solutions, turntable parking - Wohr has the full gamut of car parking solutions to solve parking problems in different applications. Every Wohr system is backed by decades of industry experience, technological expertise, and proven performance on the ground. 

WOHR MULTI-LEVEL CAR PARKING SYSTEMS FOR INDIA'S URBAN CONGESTION

 

India's urban centres are slowly but surely getting congested with the exponential rise of vehicles on the road. Especially in areas such as old market areas, tourist destinations, bus stands, railway stations and main business districts, life is becoming unhealthy and unsustainable, with traffic causing a great waste of time, energy and fuel. Traffic congestion is also causing pollution levels to rise in Indian cities.

Shortage of sufficient parking space contributes to this sorry state of affairs.

Multi-levelcar parking is a car parking solution that is sadly under-utilised in India's metropolitan, Tier I and Tier II centres. However, its advantages of automated multi-level car parking systems are gradually helping this concept to grow in usage and popularity.

Advantages of multi-level car parking

·        - optimal utilisation of space

·        - multiplies parking space manifold

·       -  lower maintenance and operational cost

·        - lower construction cost (owing to the prefabrication)

·        - secure and environment-friendly nature (the underground implementation renders the outdoor space free for landscaping)

·         -comfortable for the drivers

·       -  cost saving for builders by saving height or depth

·       -  can easily offer charging points for modern electric cars

Multi-level solution for modern development

Today almost every house in the city has at least one car. Collectively we face parking problem every day. Normally the car is parked for nearly 22 hours, either at home, office or on road.

When planning any development, whether of residential project, commercial complex, hotel, mall, college, hospital, factory or multiplex, car parking has to be given the attention it deserves. Architects and developers work together to plan the parking space, as per their project needs and the compliances laid down by the local municipal authorities.

This throws up huge opportunities for parking system manufacturers, who must rise to the challenge with suitable multi-level car parking solutions.

Wohr’s multi-level car parking systems

Wohr is the world leader in automated car parking solutions, with a range of models to suit almost every need and budget. Backed by over a century of experience, state-of-the-art manufacturing, German technology and quality standards, every Wohr multi-level car parking system sets new heights in performance, safety and durability.

Wohr’s range of multi-level offerings includes:

·         Stacked parking systems

·         Puzzle parking systems

·         Underground parking systems

·         Pit parking systems

·         Automatic tower parking systems

·         Variety of automatic car parking systems

Furthermore, Wohr is a proven car parking manufacturer with the technology and capabilities to work with architects to customise the most appropriate car parking solution.

Why partner with Wohr?

For more than 6 decades, Wohr has been operating with single-minded focus on developing parking systems that alleviate parking woes across the world. From the first system built in 1959 to the first automatic parking system in 1988 to the more recent cross parking turn table, it's been a journey of relentless innovation and customisation to tackle individual needs, solve different challenges.

With the most extensive range of parking systems for customers, and over 700,000 parking spaces installed worldwide – 100,000+ in India alone - Wohr is clearly the global leader in parking systems.

Wohr in India represents German innovation and quality at its best. The Wohr factory at Pirangut, India is a facility at par with Wohr’s manufacturing base at Friolzheim, Germany. From high-tech machinery such as lasers, welding robots, CNC milling, etc. and extensive warehouse & spare parts to professional logistics, shipment processing and regular training of staff, WPS delivers ‘Made in Germany’ TUV quality and outstanding service standards.

Wohr collaborates with architects and real estate developers in the design stage of the project. With a thorough understanding of project needs, and using decades of expertise, Wohr designs parking solutions that not only optimize space and ROI, they raise the value of the project.

Wohr’s involvement continues. It offers end-to-end integration from design right through to parking system maintenance and management, ensuring efficiency operations and minimal downtime for years.

So if you’re planning an automatic car parking system project, or looking at developing new property in India, contact Wohr. 

ELEVATING THE LIVING EXPERIENCE: WOHR STACKED CAR PARKING SYSTEMS

Across the country, Wohr's stacked parking systems are infusing convenience into life. Whether residential or commercial developments, stacked car parking seems to be the way to go!

Over the years, Wohr has installed its Parklift series of stacked car parking solutions at various projects in different parts of the country. The Parklift series offers 4 models:

-          Parklift 411

-          Parklift 413

-          Parklift 421

-          Parklift 440

Parklift 411 has been a favourite in the market – for both commercial and residential developments, indoors and outdoors. Some of these include:

 

JP Decks, Mumbai: A 39-storied tower of luxury apartments in Goregaon.

 

Biowonder, Kolkata: Parklift 411 Double stacked parking version has been installed here, at India's first biophilic corporate park.

 

Auralis, Thane: The twin towers of Auralis have tackled their car parking requirements with a combination of Wohr’s stacked car parking system, Parklift 411 and puzzle parking system, Combilift 551 & 543.  

The Trees, Mumbai: Here too, Parklift 411 is creating more parking spaces in combination with Wohr’s puzzle parking systems, Combilift 543 and Combilift 551.

Tech Park, Balewadi: The dependent Parklift 411 enables users to park one above the other at this commercial complex.

 

Highlights of Parklift 411

- dependent parking of 2 cars, one above the other

- available in single width platform (2 cars) and double width platform (4 cars)

- Carrying capacity per platform: 2000kg and 2600kg

- low maintenance cost

- suitable for both indoor & outdoor installation

Let’s take a look at the other models available from Wohr under the Parklift Series of stacked car parking solutions.

Highlights of Parklift 413

- 3 level independent parking

- available in single unit (3 cars) and double unit (6 cars)

- Carrying capacity per platform: 2000kg and 2600kg

- low maintenance cost

- suitable for both residential & commercial buildings

Highlights of Parklift 421

- 3 level dependent parking

- available in single unit (3 cars)

- Carrying capacity per platform: 2000kg and 2600kg

- low construction & maintenance cost

- suitable for both indoor & outdoor installation

Highlights of Parklift 440

- 2 level independent parking

- available in single unit (2 cars) and double unit (4 cars)

- Carrying capacity per platform: 2000kg and 2600kg

- low maintenance cost

- suitable for both residential & commercial buildings

About stacked parking systems

Stacked parking systems allow 2 or 3 cars to be parked one above the other in the space of a single car. Besides a platform, there is an operating control panel/pendant, and the system is either hydraulically or electro-mechanically operated. Stacked car parking is simple to operate, economical to run and maintain, and ideal for both indoor and outdoor installation, and well suited to valet parking. Furthermore, stacked car parking systems have a long service life - 15-20 years, which may extend to 30 years with good care and regular maintenance.

Why Wohr Parking Systems

Wohr is one of the leading manufacturers of car parking systems worldwide. For more than 55 years now, since the number of cars on the roads began to increase, Wohr has been designing and installing parking systems. And because we specialize in just parking systems, Wohr today is the company with the most extensive product range worldwide.

With more than 50 different products used all over the world such as Stack or Twin Parking, Puzzle Parking, Level Parking, Pit Parking, turntable parking, etc. along with an exclusive range of fully customized Automatic Car Parking Systems, Wohr is the number one choice amongst the users.

Quality always was and remains the top priority for Wohr. Today, this means additional registration and certification according to the international standard DIN EN ISO 9001. Wohr also has an efficient Customer Service Department providing quick service and affordable maintenance costs for customers nation-wide.

As the need for car parking spaces keeps growing and available urban land keeps shrinking, Wohr’s car parking systems fulfil a very real and crucial need. Wohr’s multilevel car parking systems, designed and built to weather every storm, deliver an irrefutable solution that assures convenience, safety, quality – and reliable service, for years.