An ANPR (also known as automatic number plate recognition) system represents an innovative technological tool that can be of great value for those seeking a comprehensive parking solution.
Whether you’re curious about the benefits of automatic number plate recognition or an owner of private land looking for strong parking enforcement, ANPR systems can truly change how a car park operates for the better. Read on to find out more.
What Is Automatic Number Plate Recognition?
Automatic number plate recognition is a technology that is able to accurately read vehicle registration plates. It can then interpret and store this information, creating location data with the ability to be cross-referenced across other cameras. This is often used for law enforcement purposes but can equally be used in the car park management sector.
How Do ANPR Systems Work?
ANPR systems capture an image of a number plate and then convert it into machine-encoded text, a stage referred to as optical character recognition. This text can be “read” across multiple CCTV and other ANPR cameras. In the field of parking enforcement, ANPR systems can record the entry and exit times of parked vehicles, meaning that automated notices can be issued for vehicles that exceed the allotted time restriction.
Why Is ANPR Parking Enforcement Popular?
Automatic number plate recognition has numerous advantages for those involved in car park management. First and foremost, it can significantly reduce the operating costs of a car park. Not only can ANPR systems generate more income by being completely effective at monitoring vehicles, but it is also a fully automated system that necessitates no additional staff.
In addition, automated ANPR systems require no on-site WIFI and can be run 24/7, 7 days a week. This can ensure those in the car park are safe and protected, deterring unauthorised access and anti-social behaviour.
Installation of automatic number plate recognition systems is easy and cost-effective. Some services, such as Park Direct, offer free installation, management, and maintenance as a part of an end-to-end ANPR parking enforcement service.
ANPR Parking Enforcement Services
At Park Direct, we can provide your property with ANPR systems to keep your car park profitable, safe, and simple to manage. We can also provide self-ticketing machines, vehicle removal, line painting, and other parking enforcement services.
As approved operators of the International Parking Community (IPC), Park Direct manage over 900 clients and have a combined 60 years of experience in the parking enforcement industry.
If you are interested in an automatic number plate recognition system or a parking enforcement service, get in touch with us today. A friendly member of our team will be on hand to assist you, whatever your requirements.