What Makes Up an RFID Parking Control System
The GAO RFID Parking Control System is a control and monitoring system designed for use at residential condominiums, gated communities, business parking garages, university parking areas, and hospitality or retail centers. The system is powered by three key components:
- GAO Parking Control Software
- GAO RFID Vehicle Tags (hang tags and windshield tags)
- GAO RFID Readers
These three components work together to provide vehicle parking control, and is highly customizable to fit the requirements of any parking facility. The GAO Parking Control System ensures access is only granted to authorized vehicles in three simple steps. Here’s how:
STEP 1:
GAO RFID Vehicle Tags are assigned to all vehicles.
STEP 2:
GAO RFID Readers are installed at entry and exit points within the parking facility. When vehicles approach, the Readers “read” the signals being broadcasted by the RFID Tags displayed on each vehicle.
STEP 3:
The GAO RFID Vehicle Tag transmits data, and this information is then imported into the GAO Parking Control Software. The software tells the system to grant access to the vehicle, records their activity, and can even trigger surveillance cameras at the entry/exit points or log and bill back parking charges to the customer. This is all accessed through an easy-to-use interface
Parking Control System Benefits
24 Hour Unmanned Operation
Remote Management
Multiple Locations Managed From One Location
Reduce Operation Expenses
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RFID Parking Control System Details
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If your business offers parking areas to customers, then you will require a cost-effective and secure parking control solution for your facility. Whether it is for an office building, residential condominium, gated community, hotel, RV camp, stadium or university, an intelligent parking control system will provide efficiency, safety, and security for both your clients and their vehicles.
How does Parking Control reduce operating costs and increase revenue?
When you manage a busy parking lot that provides around the clock access with multiple entry and exit gates, staffing each gate with attendants is a costly expense. With a Parking Control system, the entire parking facility can be unmanned, providing a highly economical way to operate the parking facilities of your property. In addition, there is the ability to monitor and log parking duration and frequency to automatically bill parking charges, ensuring revenue is collected regularly.
How Parking Control ensure safety and security?
The safety and security of parked vehicles is a top priority. Using a Parking Control system, movement of vehicles can be identified and tracked which ensures the security of all vehicles. Access to and from the parking area can also be controlled based on predetermined times authorized by the system administrator, and activity at parking barriers can trigger surveillance cameras to record vehicle movement. This adds up to a safe and secure environment for all vehicles on premises.
How does Parking Control improve customer service?
Long queues to exit parking lots and cumbersome payment processing methods lead to frustrated customers. A Parking Control system offers the automation of in and out payments and reduces customer queues when exiting. By relieving congestion within parking areas, customers naturally become more satisfied.
Parking Control provides the answers to businesses that frequently ask these questions when searching for an automated parking solution:
- We need to have improved control of our parking operation
- We want to ensure the security of the parking facilities on our university campus
- We require a way to combine parking control with revenue collection
- We need to be able to capture all vehicles, their location on the lot, and time and date of entry/exit
- We want to control the time that certain vehicles can enter or leave our parking facility
- We’d like to have a way to see all vehicles present in our facility, in real-time
- We plan to eliminate both manual record keeping and manned stations from our parking lot operation
- We want to be able to display real-time parking display boards that show our customers the number of empty parking spaces currently available at every level within our busy shopping center
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Parking Control is the solution that provides the answers to all of these challenging questions.
At GAO RFID, we have been providing solutions for our customers to automate parking control at their locations for over a decade. While we offer customized solutions, below are the Parking Control Systems we have developed and deployed for our customers:
- Learn about our Parking Control System for Commercial Buildings
- Learn about our Parking Control System for Fleet & Rental Cars
- Learn about our Parking Control System for Residential & Gated Communities
- Learn about our Parking Control System for Heavy Equipment & Trucks
HOW RFID APPLIES TO A PARKING CONTROL SYSTEM
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The GAO Short Range Event Management System is one of the Passive RFID versions available for use when planning your event. Using the 125 KHz and 13.56 MHz frequencies, the system utilizes both high and low radio frequencies.
The GAO Short-Range Parking Control System is one of two Passive RFID versions available. The Short-Range System uses two distinct radio frequencies: low frequency and high frequency. The low frequency system uses the 125 KHz frequency, while high frequency system is based on 13.56 MHz.
A Short-Range Parking Control System requires a near-touch reading distance of 2-6 cm. Short-range access is most effective for applications where an economical solution is required. Using an RFID badge, vehicle operators tap for access at close proximity. The result is a simple and efficient unmanned operation that provides secure access to parking facilities.
The Bottom Line
The GAO Short-Range Parking Control System lets you:
- Economically enjoy the benefits of RFID parking control
- Control parking access to buildings and restricted areas
- Log vehicle parking data for detailed reporting
The GAO Short Range Event Management System is one of the Passive RFID versions available for use when planning your event. Using the 125 KHz and 13.56 MHz frequencies, the system utilizes both high and low radio frequencies.
The GAO Short-Range Parking Control System is one of two Passive RFID versions available. The Short-Range System uses two distinct radio frequencies: low frequency and high frequency. The low frequency system uses the 125 KHz frequency, while high frequency system is based on 13.56 MHz.
A Short-Range Parking Control System requires a near-touch reading distance of 2-6 cm. Short-range access is most effective for applications where an economical solution is required. Using an RFID badge, vehicle operators tap for access at close proximity. The result is a simple and efficient unmanned operation that provides secure access to parking facilities.
The Bottom Line
The GAO Short-Range Parking Control System lets you:
- Economically enjoy the benefits of RFID parking control
- Control parking access to buildings and restricted areas
- Log vehicle parking data for detailed reporting
The GAO Mid-Range Parking Control System uses Passive RFID technology, and is one of two passive versions available on our Parking Control System. The mid-range system uses the Ultra-High Frequency (UHF) band of 900 MHz and is able to read the RFID vehicle tags displayed on vehicle dashboards or windshields from up to 5 metres away. This means vehicle operators are given hands-free access while entering the parking area. And because this is a passive system, the RFID vehicle tags do not require batteries, making them extremely economical, durable, and long-lasting.
The Bottom Line
The GAO Mid-Range Parking Control System provides:
- Mid-range reading that does not require contact line of sight
- Hands-free parking access
- Detailed access reporting
The GAO Long-Range Parking Control System is the Active RFID version of our parking control solution. The system uses the 433 MHz and 2.45 Ghz bands which allows for the continuous transmission of vehicle information to RFID Receivers as they pass through the gates and barriers of parking facilities. Authorized vehicles are provided RFID vehicle hang tags or windshield tags. When they approach gated entry or exit points, access is granted without requiring vehicle operators to physically show their badge, and in most cases, they do not need to fully stop. The RFID readers are capable of reading the tags displayed on vehicles from up to 30 metres, thereby significantly decreasing congestion and long queues for entry or exit. In addition, all vehicle access data is logged and accessible via alerts and customizable reports.
Bottom Line
The GAO Long-Range Parking Control System helps you:
- Monitor real-time vehicle movement alerts
- Record detailed vehicle entry and exit times
- Ensure speed and efficiency in a busy parking facility environment
- Provide hands-free, drive through/non-stop parking access
GAO PARKING CONTROL VIA THE CLOUD OR SAAS
The GAO Parking Control System gives you online access to the system from anywhere with an Internet connection, without having to make costly investments in servers and other infrastructure. Our services-based Cloud system is hosted and maintained by us and you pay for applications only when you need them.
Benefits of the Cloud or SaaS-based GAO Parking Control System:
- Lower initial investment by avoiding costly infrastructure expenses
- Faster roll out for a quicker ROI
- Ongoing software updates
- Highly scalable
- Access anywhere through a web browser
- Always-on and secure with the option of hosting on our servers or your own private network
PARKING CONTROL SYSTEM: APPLICATIONS
The GAO Parking Control System has been successfully applied to the industries world-wide:
Tourism & Recreation Industry
Tourism and recreation destinations, including resorts, theme parks, national parks, and beaches, face unique parking challenges. Managing vehicle traffic for visitors, employees, and service providers requires efficient and secure parking solutions. A well-implemented Parking Control system can significantly enhance the visitor experience, improve operational efficiency, and boost revenue.
Key Benefits of Parking Control in Tourism & Recreation:
- Enhanced Visitor Experience:
- Reduced Wait Times: Automated gates and efficient parking guidance systems minimize wait times for visitors, improving their overall experience.
- Convenient Parking Options: Offer a variety of parking options, including short-term, long-term, and valet parking, to meet the diverse needs of visitors.
- Improved Wayfinding: Clear signage and parking guidance systems help visitors easily locate available parking spaces.
- Improved Operational Efficiency:
- Streamlined Traffic Flow: Efficient parking management minimizes traffic congestion within the tourism destination, improving safety and reducing delays for visitors.
- Automated Payment Processing: Implement automated payment systems for visitor parking, streamlining revenue collection and reducing administrative overhead.
- Data-Driven Insights: Utilize parking data to analyse traffic patterns, identify peak hours, and optimize parking resources to better accommodate visitor demand.
- Increased Revenue:
- Generate Parking Revenue: Implement paid parking options for visitors, generating additional revenue streams for the tourism destination.
- Attract Visitors: Convenient and well-managed parking can attract more visitors to the destination.
Specific Parking Control Applications in Tourism & Recreation:
- Resorts & Hotels:
- Guest Parking: Offer convenient and secure parking options for hotel guests, including valet parking and designated areas for guest vehicles.
- Employee Parking: Allocate designated parking areas for resort employees, considering the needs of different departments and shifts.
- Visitor Parking: Offer convenient parking options for visitors to the resort, including guests of hotel guests and day visitors.
- Theme Parks:
- Guest Parking: Offer ample and convenient parking options for theme park visitors, with clear signage and designated parking areas for different types of vehicles.
- Employee Parking: Allocate designated parking areas for theme park employees, considering the needs of different departments and shifts.
- Bus Parking: Manage parking areas for tour buses and other large vehicles.
- National Parks & Beaches:
- Visitor Parking: Offer designated parking areas for visitors, considering the specific needs of the park or beach and environmental regulations.
- Employee Parking: Allocate designated parking areas for park rangers, maintenance staff, and other employees.
- Bus Parking: Manage parking areas for tour buses and other large vehicles.
By implementing a comprehensive Parking Control system, tourism and recreation destinations can enhance the visitor experience, improve operational efficiency, and increase revenue.
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Healthcare Industry
Hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities face unique parking challenges. Managing patient, staff, and visitor vehicles effectively is crucial for patient satisfaction, staff convenience, and overall operational efficiency. A well-implemented Parking Control system can significantly improve the parking experience within a healthcare setting.
Key Benefits of Parking Control in Healthcare:
- Improved Patient Experience:
- Reduced Wait Times: Automated gates and efficient parking guidance systems minimize wait times for patients and visitors, reducing stress and improving overall satisfaction.
- Designated Parking for Urgent Needs: Prioritize parking for emergency vehicles, patients with disabilities, and staff on critical shifts, ensuring timely access to care.
- Enhanced Safety: Well-organized parking areas improve traffic flow and pedestrian safety, reducing the risk of accidents and enhancing the overall patient experience.
- Enhanced Operational Efficiency:
- Streamlined Staff Parking: Allocate designated parking areas for staff with convenient access to the facility, improving employee morale and reducing commuting time.
- Automated Payment Processing: Implement automated payment systems for patient and visitor parking, streamlining revenue collection and reducing administrative overhead.
- Data-Driven Insights: Utilize parking data to analyze traffic patterns, identify peak hours, and optimize parking resources to better accommodate patient and staff needs.
- Improved Security:
- Controlled Access: Restrict access to designated parking areas for staff, visitors, and patients, enhancing overall security within the healthcare facility.
- Surveillance Integration: Integrate parking systems with surveillance cameras to monitor parking areas and deter unauthorized access.
- Emergency Vehicle Access: Prioritize access for emergency vehicles, ensuring rapid response times in critical situations.
Specific Parking Control Applications in Healthcare:
- Hospitals:
- Patient Parking: Offer designated parking areas for patients, with clear signage and convenient drop-off zones.
- Staff Parking: Provide ample and secure parking for staff, with designated areas for different staff groups.
- Visitor Parking: Offer designated parking areas for visitors, with clear signage and appropriate parking fees.
- Emergency Vehicle Access: Prioritize access for ambulances and other emergency vehicles.
- Clinics:
- Patient Parking: Offer convenient parking options for patients, considering the specific needs of the clinic (e.g., limited mobility parking).
- Staff Parking: Provide adequate and secure parking for clinic staff.
- Delivery Parking: Designate areas for deliveries to minimize disruption to patient parking.
- Other Healthcare Facilities:
- Nursing Homes: Provide safe and convenient parking for residents, visitors, and staff.
- Rehabilitation Centers: Offer designated parking areas for patients undergoing rehabilitation, considering their specific needs.
By implementing a well-designed Parking Control system, healthcare facilities can improve patient satisfaction, enhance operational efficiency, and strengthen security within their premises.
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Building Management Industry
Building management companies face the challenge of efficiently managing parking for residents, tenants, staff, visitors, and service providers within residential and commercial properties. A robust Parking Control system can significantly improve parking operations and enhance the overall resident/tenant experience.
Key Benefits of Parking Control in Building Management:
- Enhanced Resident/Tenant Satisfaction:
- Improved Convenience: Automated gates and efficient parking guidance systems minimize wait times for residents, tenants, and visitors, enhancing their overall experience.
- Reserved Parking: Allocate reserved parking spaces for residents, tenants, staff, and guests, ensuring convenient and secure parking.
- Reduced Traffic Congestion: Efficient parking management minimizes traffic congestion within the property, improving safety and reducing frustration for all users.
- Improved Operational Efficiency:
- Controlled Access: Restrict access to designated parking areas for residents, tenants, staff, and visitors, enhancing security and preventing unauthorized vehicle access.
- Automated Payment Processing: Implement automated payment systems for tenant parking, streamlining revenue collection and reducing administrative overhead.
- Data-Driven Insights: Utilize parking data to analyze traffic patterns, identify peak hours, and optimize parking resources to better accommodate resident/tenant needs.
- Enhanced Security:
- Surveillance Integration: Integrate parking systems with surveillance cameras to monitor parking areas and deter unauthorized access.
- Incident Response: Utilize parking data to assist with incident response, such as identifying vehicles involved in accidents or suspicious activity.
Specific Parking Control Applications in Building Management:
- Residential Buildings:
- Resident Parking: Allocate designated parking spaces for residents, with options for reserved parking and visitor parking.
- Guest Parking: Offer convenient and secure parking options for guests of residents.
- Service Vehicle Access: Provide designated areas for service vehicles (e.g., delivery trucks, maintenance vehicles), minimizing disruption to resident parking.
- Commercial Buildings:
- Tenant Parking: Allocate designated parking spaces for tenants, with options for reserved parking and visitor parking.
- Employee Parking: Manage employee parking for businesses within the building, considering the needs of different shifts and departments.
- Client Parking: Offer convenient and secure parking options for clients and business visitors.
- Delivery Parking: Provide designated areas for deliveries, ensuring efficient and safe loading/unloading.
By implementing a comprehensive Parking Control system, building management companies can enhance resident/tenant satisfaction, improve operational efficiency, and strengthen security within their properties.
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Automotive Industry
Automotive businesses, including dealerships, repair shops, and manufacturing plants, face unique parking challenges. Managing vehicle traffic for employees, customers, service vehicles, and test drives efficiently is crucial for smooth operations and customer satisfaction. A robust Parking Control system can significantly improve parking management within these facilities.
Key Benefits of Parking Control in the Automotive Industry:
- Enhanced Customer Experience:
- Improved Convenience: Automated gates and efficient parking guidance systems minimize wait times for customers, enhancing their overall experience.
- Designated Customer Parking: Allocate designated parking areas for customers, including areas for service appointments and vehicle drop-off/pickup.
- Reduced Traffic Congestion: Efficient parking management minimizes traffic congestion within the dealership or repair shop, improving safety and reducing frustration for customers.
- Improved Operational Efficiency:
- Controlled Access: Restrict access to designated areas for employees, customers, and service vehicles, enhancing security and preventing unauthorized vehicle access.
- Automated Payment Processing: Implement automated payment systems for customer parking, streamlining revenue collection and reducing administrative overhead.
- Data-Driven Insights: Utilize parking data to analyze traffic patterns, identify peak hours, and optimize parking resources to better accommodate customer and employee needs.
- Enhanced Security:
- Surveillance Integration: Integrate parking systems with surveillance cameras to monitor parking areas and deter theft or vandalism.
- Incident Response: Utilize parking data to assist with incident response, such as identifying vehicles involved in accidents or suspicious activity.
Specific Parking Control Applications in the Automotive Industry:
- Dealerships:
- Customer Parking: Offer convenient and secure parking options for customers, including designated areas for service appointments, test drives, and vehicle purchases.
- Employee Parking: Allocate designated parking areas for employees, considering the needs of different departments and shifts.
- Vehicle Inventory Parking: Manage the parking and storage of new and used vehicles within the dealership lot.
- Repair Shops:
- Customer Parking: Offer convenient and secure parking options for customers while their vehicles are being serviced.
- Service Vehicle Parking: Provide designated areas for service vehicles (e.g., tow trucks, delivery trucks) to ensure efficient drop-off and pickup.
- Employee Parking: Allocate designated parking areas for employees, considering the needs of technicians and other staff.
- Manufacturing Plants:
- Employee Parking: Manage employee parking for manufacturing plant workers, considering shift schedules and safety regulations.
- Supplier Vehicle Parking: Provide designated areas for supplier vehicles to ensure efficient delivery and pickup of parts and materials.
- Test Drive Parking: Allocate dedicated areas for vehicle testing and evaluation.
By implementing a comprehensive Parking Control system, automotive businesses can enhance customer satisfaction, improve operational efficiency, and strengthen security within their facilities.
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Property & Equipment Management
Industrial facilities, including manufacturing plants, warehouses, and construction sites, face unique parking challenges. Managing vehicle traffic for employees, contractors, delivery trucks, and visitors requires efficient and secure parking solutions. A robust Parking Control system can significantly improve site safety, streamline operations, and enhance overall productivity.
Key Benefits of Parking Control in the Industrial Sector:
- Enhanced Site Security:
- Controlled Access: Restrict access to designated parking areas for employees, contractors, and visitors, enhancing site security and preventing unauthorized entry.
- Surveillance Integration: Integrate parking systems with surveillance cameras to monitor parking areas and deter theft or vandalism.
- Emergency Vehicle Access: Prioritize access for emergency vehicles, ensuring rapid response times in case of incidents.
- Improved Operational Efficiency:
- Streamlined Traffic Flow: Efficient parking management minimizes traffic congestion within the industrial site, improving safety and productivity for workers and visitors.
- Automated Payment Processing: Implement automated payment systems for visitor or contractor parking, streamlining revenue collection and reducing administrative overhead.
- Data-Driven Insights: Utilize parking data to analyze traffic patterns, identify peak hours, and optimize parking resources to better accommodate the needs of employees, contractors, and visitors.
- Increased Productivity:
- Reduced Delays: Minimizing traffic congestion and ensuring efficient parking access can help reduce delays for employees and contractors, improving overall productivity.
- Improved Employee Morale: Convenient and secure parking options can contribute to improved employee morale and satisfaction.
Specific Parking Control Applications in the Industrial Sector:
- Manufacturing Plants:
- Employee Parking: Allocate designated parking areas for employees, considering the needs of different shifts and departments.
- Contractor Parking: Provide designated parking areas for contractors and service providers.
- Delivery Vehicle Parking: Designate areas for delivery trucks and other service vehicles, ensuring efficient loading/unloading operations.
- Warehouses:
- Truck Parking: Manage truck parking areas, ensuring efficient loading/unloading operations and minimizing traffic congestion.
- Employee Parking: Allocate designated parking areas for warehouse employees.
- Visitor Parking: Offer convenient and secure parking options for visitors to the warehouse.
- Construction Sites:
- Contractor Parking: Manage parking for construction crews and subcontractors.
- Delivery Vehicle Parking: Provide designated areas for delivery trucks transporting construction materials.
- Visitor Parking: Manage parking for site inspectors, clients, and other visitors.
By implementing a comprehensive Parking Control system, industrial facilities can enhance site security, improve operational efficiency, and boost overall productivity.
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Passenger Transport
Transportation hubs like airports, train stations, and bus terminals face unique parking challenges. Managing the flow of vehicles for employees, passengers, visitors, and service providers requires efficient and secure parking solutions. A robust Parking Control system can significantly improve the passenger experience and streamline operations.
Key Benefits of Parking Control in Passenger Transport:
- Enhanced Passenger Experience:
- Reduced Wait Times: Automated gates and efficient parking guidance systems minimize wait times for passengers, improving their overall travel experience.
- Convenient Parking Options: Offer a variety of parking options, including short-term, long-term, economy, and valet parking, to meet the diverse needs of passengers.
- Improved Wayfinding: Clear signage and parking guidance systems help passengers easily locate available parking spaces.
- Improved Operational Efficiency:
- Streamlined Traffic Flow: Efficient parking management minimizes traffic congestion within the transportation hub, ensuring smooth and timely passenger flow.
- Automated Payment Processing: Implement automated payment systems for passenger parking, streamlining revenue collection and reducing administrative overhead.
- Data-Driven Insights: Utilize parking data to analyze traffic patterns, identify peak hours, and optimize parking resources to better accommodate passenger demand.
- Enhanced Security:
- Surveillance Integration: Integrate parking systems with surveillance cameras to monitor parking areas and deter theft or vandalism.
Specific Parking Control Applications in Passenger Transport:
- Airports:
- Passenger Parking: Offer a variety of parking options for passengers, including short-term, long-term, economy, and valet parking.
- Employee Parking: Allocate designated parking areas for airport employees, considering the needs of different departments and shifts.
- Ground Transportation Parking: Manage parking for ground transportation vehicles, such as taxis, ride-sharing services, and rental cars.
- Train Stations:
- Passenger Parking: Offer convenient and secure parking options for passengers, considering the needs of commuters and travelers.
- Employee Parking: Allocate designated parking areas for station employees, including conductors, engineers, and maintenance staff.
- Taxi and Ride-Sharing Parking: Designate areas for taxis, ride-sharing services, and other ground transportation options.
- Bus Terminals:
- Passenger Parking: Offer convenient and secure parking options for passengers waiting for buses or using the terminal for other purposes.
- Employee Parking: Allocate designated parking areas for bus drivers and other terminal staff.
- Bus Parking: Manage parking areas for buses, ensuring efficient and safe loading and unloading of passengers.
By implementing a comprehensive Parking Control system, transportation hubs can enhance the passenger experience, improve operational efficiency, and strengthen security within their facilities.
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