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Carousel Parking System

Maximize parking. Minimize space.

Park up to 16 sedans or 14 SUVs in approximately the footprint of just two conventional parking spaces.

Automated How it works

A Ferris Wheel for Vehicles. More Parking in the Space of Two Cars.

Parkmatic’s Carousel Parking System moves vehicles vertically, much like a Ferris wheel, while occupying approximately the footprint of two parking spaces. Each vehicle is retrieved directly at ground level, making the system well suited to properties where parking space is limited. With the site properly prepared and conditions in place, installation can be completed in less than eight days.

Operation is simple and user-friendly. The driver selects an assigned parking number using a keypad, access fob, or optional mobile app. The system then automatically rotates clockwise or counterclockwise, choosing the shortest route to retrieve the vehicle.

Optional EV charging can be integrated into the system, allowing electric vehicles to charge while parked.

Our rotary systems are available in multiple configurations for sedans, SUVs, or a combination of vehicle sizes. Each system can be customized to suit the property’s capacity, available footprint, architectural design, and operational requirements.

A Carousel tower built into the front of a vehicle dealership in College Station, Texas
The tower stands in the footprint of two parking spaces — drivers hand over the car at grade and walk away.

Carousel at a glance

  • up to 16 sedans

    or up to 14 SUVs in a single tower

  • 2 parking spaces

    the approximate footprint required

  • Ground level

    every vehicle is retrieved at grade

  • 0 attendants

    the driver parks and leaves

Why the Carousel

Key benefits

An excellent solution for residential developments, hotels, offices, hospitals, dealerships, vehicle-storage facilities, and other properties where every square foot matters.

  • Parks up to 16 vehicles in approximately two conventional parking spaces
  • EV-ready options — integrated EV charging to support electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles
  • Accommodates sedans, SUVs, or mixed vehicle configurations
  • Automated retrieval using the shortest rotational path
  • Simple keypad, access-fob, or optional mobile-app operation
  • No parking attendant required
  • Suitable for new construction and many existing properties
  • Custom exterior cladding can complement the building’s architecture
  • Engineered with integrated safety and security features
  • Professional installation, training, and ongoing maintenance support

Technical data

Model specifications

Every model in both series — SM-L for sedans, SM-SU for SUVs. Each system is customized per project — send us your site and we will confirm the model that fits.

Specifications for all twenty Carousel models — SM-L Series for sedans and SM-SU Series for SUVs
Model Vehicle type Parking capacity Car length Car width Car height Car weight Heavier vehicles Motor Speed
SM6L2 Sedan 6 cars 17′ 5″ / 5,300 mm 7′ 4″ / 2,230 mm 5′ 4″ / 1,625 mm 4,740 lb / 2,150 kg One 5,180 lb (2,350 kg) 5.5kW × 4P 4.5m/min
SM7L2 Sedan 7 cars 17′ 5″ / 5,300 mm 7′ 4″ / 2,230 mm 5′ 4″ / 1,625 mm 4,740 lb / 2,150 kg One 5,180 lb (2,350 kg) 7.5kW × 4P 4.5m/min
SM8L2 Sedan 8 cars 17′ 5″ / 5,300 mm 7′ 4″ / 2,230 mm 5′ 4″ / 1,625 mm 4,740 lb / 2,150 kg One 5,180 lb (2,350 kg) 7.5kW × 4P 4.5m/min
SM9L2 Sedan 9 cars 17′ 5″ / 5,300 mm 7′ 4″ / 2,230 mm 5′ 4″ / 1,625 mm 4,740 lb / 2,150 kg One 5,180 lb (2,350 kg) 7.5kW × 4P 4.5m/min
SM10L2 Sedan 10 cars 17′ 5″ / 5,300 mm 7′ 4″ / 2,230 mm 5′ 4″ / 1,625 mm 4,740 lb / 2,150 kg One 5,180 lb (2,350 kg) 7.5kW × 4P 4.5m/min
SM11L2 Sedan 11 cars 17′ 5″ / 5,300 mm 7′ 4″ / 2,230 mm 5′ 4″ / 1,625 mm 4,740 lb / 2,150 kg One 5,180 lb (2,350 kg) 7.5kW × 4P 4.5m/min
SM12L2 Sedan 12 cars 17′ 5″ / 5,300 mm 7′ 4″ / 2,230 mm 5′ 4″ / 1,625 mm 4,740 lb / 2,150 kg One 5,180 lb (2,350 kg) 7.5kW × 4P 4.5m/min
SM13L2 Sedan 13 cars 17′ 5″ / 5,300 mm 7′ 4″ / 2,230 mm 5′ 4″ / 1,625 mm 4,740 lb / 2,150 kg Two 5,180 lb (2,350 kg) 11kW × 4P 5m/min
SM14L2 Sedan 14 cars 17′ 5″ / 5,300 mm 7′ 4″ / 2,230 mm 5′ 4″ / 1,625 mm 4,740 lb / 2,150 kg Two 5,180 lb (2,350 kg) 11kW × 4P 5m/min
SM15L2 Sedan 15 cars 17′ 5″ / 5,300 mm 7′ 4″ / 2,230 mm 5′ 4″ / 1,625 mm 4,740 lb / 2,150 kg Two 5,180 lb (2,350 kg) 15kW × 4P 5m/min
SM16L2 Sedan 16 cars 17′ 5″ / 5,300 mm 7′ 4″ / 2,230 mm 5′ 4″ / 1,625 mm 4,740 lb / 2,150 kg Two 5,180 lb (2,350 kg) 15kW × 4P 5m/min
SM6SU2 SUV (normal size) 6 cars 17′ 5″ / 5,300 mm 7′ 4″ / 2,230 mm 6′ 7″ / 2,000 mm 5,290 lb / 2,400 kg One 5,850 lb (2,650 kg) 7.5kW × 4P 4.5m/min
SM7SU2 SUV (normal size) 7 cars 17′ 5″ / 5,300 mm 7′ 4″ / 2,230 mm 6′ 7″ / 2,000 mm 5,290 lb / 2,400 kg One 5,850 lb (2,650 kg) 7.5kW × 4P 4.5m/min
SM8SU2 SUV (normal size) 8 cars 17′ 5″ / 5,300 mm 7′ 4″ / 2,230 mm 6′ 7″ / 2,000 mm 5,290 lb / 2,400 kg One 5,850 lb (2,650 kg) 7.5kW × 4P 4.5m/min
SM9SU2 SUV (normal size) 9 cars 17′ 5″ / 5,300 mm 7′ 4″ / 2,230 mm 6′ 7″ / 2,000 mm 5,290 lb / 2,400 kg One 5,850 lb (2,650 kg) 7.5kW × 4P 4.5m/min
SM10SU2 SUV (normal size) 10 cars 17′ 5″ / 5,300 mm 7′ 4″ / 2,230 mm 6′ 7″ / 2,000 mm 5,290 lb / 2,400 kg One 5,850 lb (2,650 kg) 7.5kW × 4P 4.5m/min
SM11SU2 SUV (normal size) 11 cars 17′ 5″ / 5,300 mm 7′ 4″ / 2,230 mm 6′ 7″ / 2,000 mm 5,290 lb / 2,400 kg Two 5,850 lb (2,650 kg) 11kW × 4P 5m/min
SM12SU2 SUV (normal size) 12 cars 17′ 5″ / 5,300 mm 7′ 4″ / 2,230 mm 6′ 7″ / 2,000 mm 5,290 lb / 2,400 kg Two 5,850 lb (2,650 kg) 11kW × 4P 5.0m/min
SM13SU2 SUV (normal size) 13 cars 17′ 5″ / 5,300 mm 7′ 4″ / 2,230 mm 6′ 7″ / 2,000 mm 5,290 lb / 2,400 kg Two 5,850 lb (2,650 kg) 15kW × 4P 5.0m/min
SM14SU2 SUV (normal size) 14 cars 17′ 5″ / 5,300 mm 7′ 4″ / 2,230 mm 6′ 7″ / 2,000 mm 5,290 lb / 2,400 kg Two 5,850 lb (2,650 kg) 15kW × 4P 5.0m/min

Power supply is AC 220/380 V, 3 PH, 50/60 Hz on every model. Car dimensions are industry standard and accommodate 85% of cars in production; width is measured with side mirrors folded.

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