Delta’s Portable Barrier and Bollard Systems Protect Sydney’s Annual City2Surf Run 

August 20, 2019

Delta’s Portable Barrier and Bollard Systems

Protect Sydney’s Annual City2Surf Run
Rented Vehicle Access Control Solutions Help Manage Key Roadway

to Protect 85,000 Participants
PALMDALE, CALIF. – 20 August, 2019 – Delta Scientific, the leading manufacturer of counter-terrorist vehicle control systems used in the United States and internationally, today announced that Delta’s innovative DSC1000 portable barrier and TB100 portable bollard systems were rented from Australian-based Knight Brothers to help protect the 85,000 entrants in the world’s largest run on 11 August. Both a fun run and a competitive contest, the City2Surf Run covers a 14 kilometer (8.7 mile) course that begins in Sydney’s Central Business District (CBD) and culminates at scenic Bondi Beach.
“This annual event needs a vehicle access and control system that can be deployed temporarily and quickly to secure vehicle check points into the main event area for the mobilization, execution and demobilization phases,” explains Matthew Knight, director of Knight Brothers Pty Ltd, Australian partner of Delta Scientific. “At the same time, they did not want to purchase units that would only be used once a year.For such applications, a lease plan has been created where organizations can simply lease the portable barriers and bollards, use them, pack them up and return them.”
Knight adds, “Pre-packed in a 20 foot container, the DSC1000 barrier and TB100 bollard array package was delivered to site and deployed within an hour to provide effective perimeter protection whilst maintaining the required pedestrian and vehicle thoroughfares into the event grounds.”
The DSC1000 is a self-contained unit that is stored and towed on its own trailer.Light enough to be pulled by a golf cart and set up in only 10 minutes, the DSC1000 portable barrier’s crash test stopped a 2300 kg vehicle going 64 km/p, providing it with an ASTM rating of P40. With no foundation or electrical hook-up needed, two people can set up and take down the DSC1000 special event barrier.
The patent pending crash rated TB100 portable bollard system lets security providers promptly block access to temporary venues. Individual portable bollards provide vehicle safety in applications such as heavily traveled narrow walkways and roadways or any area that a vehicle can get through. Certified testing demonstrates that a TB100 portable bollard system will stop and disable a 6,804 kg vehicle traveling at 48 kph, resulting in an ASTM M30, P3 rating. A single TB100 bollard absorbs 400,000 foot pounds of kinetic energy.
 
About Knight Brothers

Knight Brothers specialize in the development and implementation of temporary hostile vehicle security measures for events and places of mass gatherings. Based out of Sydney, Australia, they offer a variety of portable hostile vehicle mitigations systems including the Delta Scientific crash rated MP5000 and DSC1000 portable barrier models for rental nationally, including operational support and deployment for key events and venues. www.knightbrothers.com.au. Phone number: 1300 567 399.
About Delta Scientific

Delta Scientific Corporation is the leading manufacturer of vehicle access control equipment with over 260,000 square feet of production facilities in Palmdale, Calif.  Delta’s three product lines consist of high-security vehicle barricade systems, parking control equipment and guard booths.  Delta Scientific has been engineering and manufacturing vehicle access control equipment since 1974 and sells its products worldwide.
Corporate headquarters, equipment sales, systems engineering and technical service are located at 40355 Delta Lane, Palmdale, Calif. 93551.  Phone is (661) 575-1100. Website is www.deltascientific.com.  Product installation and maintenance services are provided through Delta’s Fredericksburg, Va. office.

Complete Coach Works Announces Contract for Petaluma Transit Bus Rehabilitation

August 20, 2019

 

 

 

 

Complete Coach Works Announces Contract for Petaluma Transit Bus Rehabilitation

 

 

 

RIVERSIDE, CA – Complete Coach Works (CCW) is pleased to announce its contract with Petaluma Transit; located in Petaluma, California, for the complete rehabilitation of one of their New Flyer buses.

 

 

The rehabilitation will include replacement of the original engine with a 2007 Cummins ISL Recon engine. In addition to the clean engine, the rehab will include rebuilt Allison B400R transmission, new driver’s seat, new LED destination sign systems, and new floors.

 

The remanufactured bus will be finished off with LED external lights and a new paint job along with graphics for a fresh new look to compliment the mechanical upgrades. you

 

“Complete Coach Works provides top-notch rehabilitation services for projects of all sizes; we’re looking forward to this rehabilitation project for Petaluma Transit. We value our partnership, and consider it a privilege to be involved on this proactive project to keep their fleet modernized and upgraded to meet the needs of their riders,” says Kevin O’Brien, General Sales Manager of CCW.

 

Jared Hall, Transit Manager of Petaluma Transit, states “Complete Coach Works has been great to work with and provided superior quality work for the first ever bus rehabilitation for our agency”.

 

CCW provides a range of remanufacturing, repair, and alternative fuel conversion services for transit vehicles in all stages of the life cycle. CCW technicians have the specialized training, OEM qualifications, technical equipment to properly diagnose and repair these systems, and return vehicles that are ready for revenue service.

 

 

Complete Coach Works (CCW) is the largest bus remanufacturing and rehabilitation company in the United States, with over 30 years in the transportation industry. A pioneer in the field of alternative fuel and hybrid vehicle technology, CCW has always worked to provide clean vehicles through innovative design and engineering, and it unveiled the world’s first remanufactured all-electric, battery-powered bus in 2012. For jobs of any size, CCW’s team of over 350 experts always provides cutting-edge products and exceptional customer service.

 

Petaluma Transit is the public transit provider for the city of Petaluma in Sonoma County, California, with connections to Sonoma County Transit and Golden Gate Transit. Petaluma Transit also provides service to four public schools in the Petaluma area and paratransit service through Petaluma Paratransit. 

 

 

 

Please contact Brad Carson at 800-287-7253 or bradley@completecoach.com for more information.

ARRIVE INTEGRATES WITH SEATGEEK TO SIMPLIFY EVENT PARKING

August 20, 2019

ARRIVE INTEGRATES WITH SEATGEEK TO SIMPLIFY EVENT PARKING

 

 

Partnership Will Help Reduce Traffic and Make it Easier for Drivers to Get to Events on Time

 

Aug. 20, 2019, Chicago — SeatGeek and Arrive are making it easier for people to get to their favorite events. Fans attending games or events at a number of venues across the SeatGeek platform can now find, book and pay for parking in advance, helping them get to their seats on time and alleviating traffic and congestion. The collaboration is now live on SeatGeek for 50 of its most popular venues, including AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.

 

“At SeatGeek, we’re driven to change the way people access live events and empower people to get out to a show or game,” said Lee Moulton, SeatGeek’s Director of Partnerships. “Parking is one of the biggest pain points in getting people to a live event, so we’re excited to work with Arrive to eliminate the hassle and make it easier for fans to get to where they need to go.”

 

Fans who purchase parking in advance for events at participating SeatGeek venues will also have access to GamePlan, Arrive’s new integration with Waze. GamePlan allows fans to add their event into their Waze Planned Drives and receive a notification alerting them when to depart, along with turn-by-turn directions to the parking lot or garage.

 

“Going to an event is something hundreds of thousands of people do every day, which inevitably leads to an incredible amount of congestion around the venue and potentially missing part of the fun,” said Dan Roarty, President and COO of Arrive. “We understand that a positive fan experience starts at home, well before anyone departs for the venue. We’re thrilled to partner with SeatGeek to make parking simpler and more hassle-free for all.”

 

About Arrive

Arrive powers the last mile of connected mobility. The company delivers scalable, friction-free parking experiences through apps, voice and in-dash. Its fully integrated platform makes it easy for companies and brands to offer parking as a solution for drivers, fleets and connected vehicles. Millions of people across North America have access to Arrive-powered parking through the company’s distribution partners, including Amazon, Ford, Avis, Hyundai, Honda, TomTom, Ticketmaster/Live Nation, Groupon, and many others, and its consumer-facing brands, ParkWhiz and BestParking. For more information, visit Arrive.com.

 

About SeatGeek

SeatGeek is the leading mobile-focused ticket platform that enables fans to buy and sell tickets for sports, concert, and theater events. With industry-leading mobile ticketing apps, a fan-friendly user experience and its proprietary Deal Score™ technology that helps fans identify the best ticket values for a given event, SeatGeek is transforming the way that fans buy and sell tickets to their favorite events. SeatGeek Enterprise – the company’s primary ticketing platform – is used by 35 percent of the Premier League clubs, as well as the Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints and Pelicans. Headquartered in New York, SeatGeek also has international offices in the U.K., Israel, Netherlands, and Italy.

 

City of Long Beach expands Passport Parking across the city

August 20, 2019

City of Long Beach expands Passport Parking across the city

 

 

 

The mobile pay parking app can now be used for all on-street parking in Long Beach

 

 

 

Long Beach, Calif. (Aug. 20, 2019) — Today, the City of Long Beach announces that Passport Parking can now be used for more than 700 on-street parking spaces downtown. The city originally launched mobile payments for parking at off-street beach lots with Passport Parking last December.

Users can download Passport Parking for Android or iOS and start a parking session in the app. Parkers can choose a length of time to park and when the time is up, they will be notified and given an option to extend the session remotely if they need to park longer. Through the app, users can also access receipts and parking history.

“We’re excited that Passport Parking can now be used across Long Beach — from downtown to the beach,” said Conor Buckley, client success executive at Passport. “Now, no matter where people are going in the city, they will have a simple way to pay for parking on their smartphones.”

The Passport Parking app is free to download from the App Store and Google Play. Users can also manage their parking online at passportparking.com.

About Passport

Passport is transforming mobility management for cities, empowering them to create more livable and equitable communities. Passport’s mobility platform enables clients to digitally coordinate all modes of transportation and implement real-time, data-centric management of their curbside and streetspace through its enterprise software. Trusted by nearly 1,000 cities, universities and agencies, including Chicago, Toronto, London, Los Angeles, and Miami, Passport is one of the fastest growing companies on the Inc. 5000 and Deloitte Technology Fast 500 lists. Passport is backed by Bain Capital Ventures, Grotech Ventures, MK Capital, and Relevance Capital. For more information, visit passportinc.com.

Vision Components: Foundation of Carrida Technologies

August 19, 2019

 

 

 

Vision Components: Foundation of Carrida Technologies

 

 

The German embedded vision expert Vision Components and its Austrian partner SL Solutions have founded Carrida Technologies GmbH to further develop vehicle and number plate recognition. The joint venture is headed by two experienced managers, Jan-Erik Schmitt, vice president of sales at Vision Components GmbH, and Oliver Sidla, founder and managing director of SL Solutions GmbH. Jan-Erik Schmitt is responsible for European sales at Carrida Technologies and oversees international sales together with Endre Tóth. The core products of Carrida Technologies are hardware-independent software for automatic number plate recognition (ANPR/ALPR), embedded LPR cameras, and software modules for vehicle make and model recognition. These and other components based on the latest deep learning and AI technologies fulfill key roles in intelligent transportation systems (ITS). They are used for traffic monitoring, toll collection, ticketing, traffic flow detection, speed control, access control, and similar tasks. Vision Components has been marketing the CARRIDA software engine since 2014. The success was such that the formation of a specialized subsidiary is the logical next step to advance this business segment.

More information is available at www.carrida-technologies.com.

 

 

About Vision Components

Vision Components is a leading international manufacturer of embedded vision systems. The freely programmable cameras with powerful onboard CPUs perform image processing tasks on their own without the need for an additional computer. Vision Components offers OEMs versatile Linux-based embedded systems for 2D and 3D image processing, supplied as board cameras or in protective casings. These are complemented by a growing range of ultracompact MIPI camera boards, which connect to a variety of different CPU boards. In addition, Vision Components offers software libraries and develops customized solutions on request. The team of experts can draw on extensive knowledge and over 20 years of experience with imaging applications. The company based in Ettlingen in southwestern Germany was founded in 1996 by Michael Engel, the inventor of the first industrial-grade intelligent camera. More world premieres followed, including the world’s first intelligent vision sensors and the first-ever embedded 3D laser profiler. Today, Vision Components has sales offices in the United States and Japan and works with local partners in over 25 countries to provide consistent customer focus and readily available expertise throughout the world.

 

 

Contact:

Vision Components GmbH

Miriam Schreiber

Ottostr. 2

76275 Ettlingen

Germany

Phone: +49 . 7243 . 216 716

Email:     miriam.schreiber@vision-components.com

Internet:  www.vision-components.com
www.carrida-technologies.com

 gii die Presse-Agentur GmbH

Immanuelkirchstr. 12

10405 Berlin

Germany

Phone: +49 . 30 . 538 9650

Email:     info@gii.de

Internet:  www.gii.de

University of Arizona introduces Passport Parking app

August 19, 2019

University of Arizona introduces Passport Parking app

 

 

 

Drivers can pay for on-campus parking with the mobile app

 

 

 

Tucson, Ariz. (Aug. 19, 2019) — The University of Arizona is adopting the Passport Parking mobile app to enable drivers to pay for on-campus parking. The Passport Parking app, which is replacing the PayByPhone app at the university, is an alternative to pay-station kiosks and makes it easy to pay for parking with a phone.

Users can download the Passport Parking app on iOS or Android and create an account with payment information. Through the app, drivers can easily start a parking session and will receive a notification when the session is ending with the option to extend the time remotely.

“At the University of Arizona, we are always looking for ways to be more tech-forward and provide a better customer experience. Additionally, the Passport system will allow our campus partners to validate their customer’s parking. This is a huge step forward for us,” said Jim Sayre, Executive Director, University of Arizona. “Passport has been a great partner in our endeavors and we anticipate that the Passport Parking app will grow to be the primary way to pay for parking on campus.”

Passport is a major mobility payments provider in the City of Tucson. The GoTucson Parking app enables payments for on-street parking and the GoTucson Transit app allows users to purchase tickets for Sun Tran buses and Sun Link streetcar. Passport also powers the city’s digital parking permits and parking enforcement software.

“We are excited to expand our offerings in Tucson with the introduction of Passport Parking to the University of Arizona campus,” said Andrew LaMothe, director of sales at Passport. “Now, people all over Tucson can pay for parking or buy transit tickets with their phones.”

The Passport Parking app is free to download from the App Store and Google Play. Users can also manage their parking online at passportparking.com.

About Passport
Passport is transforming mobility management for cities, empowering them to create more livable and equitable communities. Passport’s mobility platform enables clients to digitally coordinate all modes of transportation and implement real-time, data-centric management of their curbside and streetspace through its enterprise software. Trusted by nearly 1,000 cities, universities and agencies, including Chicago, Toronto, London, Los Angeles, and Miami, Passport is one of the fastest growing companies on the Inc. 5000 and Deloitte Technology Fast 500 lists. Passport is backed by Bain Capital Ventures, Grotech Ventures, MK Capital, and Relevance Capital. For more information, visit passportinc.com.

Greg Tyler Joins Propark Mobility as Executive Vice President 

August 18, 2019

 

 

 

Greg Tyler Joins Propark Mobility as Executive Vice President 

 

 

Hartford, Connecticut – Propark Mobility (“Propark”) has announced the appointment of Greg Tyler as the company’s Executive Vice President, Hospitality and Healthcare. 

 

“We’re excited to welcome Greg Tyler to our team, as he helps drive continued success in our hospitality and healthcare portfolios,” said John Reimers, Propark’s Chief Operating Officer. “Greg is a world-class hospitality professional with an extensive and highly successful background in building large industry leading teams, meaningful client engagement, organizational design, and growth initiatives, all of which are a perfect fit for Propark Mobility.” 

 Tyler joins Propark with a vast understanding of hospitality and healthcare parking operations. He began his career in the industry in 1992 as Guest Service Associate for Mile Hi Valet Service. After several promotions and relocations over the next 11 years he became the Vice President in 2003. Tyler played key a key role in multiple acquisitions between 2007 and 2009 including the acquisition of Mile Hi Valet Service by Towne Park in 2008. Tyler continued in multiple roles over a 10-year career with Towne Park. Prior to Propark, Tyler served as Chief Revenue Officer for OPTii Solutions, a global leader in hotel housekeeping optimization software. 

“The Parking Dream Team just added another all-star who will help drive asset appreciation for our stakeholders,” said John Schmid, Propark’s Chief Executive Officer. “With over twenty-six years of specialized hospitality parking experience, Greg brings with him a unique awareness of the hospitality world that will harmoniously merge with our service-oriented business model, delivering exceptional results for our existing and future clients.” 

As Propark Mobility’s Executive Vice President, Hospitality and Healthcare, Tyler will oversee the performance and development of the company’s portfolio of hotel and hospital accounts. He will collaborate with the executive team, the corporate office and other senior leaders to streamline processes, continue to enhance service delivery, improve profitability and maximize financial return for clients. 

About Propark Mobility 

Propark Mobility is one of the country’s largest privately-owned parking companies, providing full-service parking solutions and mobility services for all business types, in over 75 cities across the United States. For more information, please visit www.propark.com. 

Passport Parking app now available in Helena

August 17, 2019

Passport Parking app now available in Helena

City launches first mobile parking payment app

 

Helena, Mont. (Aug. 16, 2019) — The City of Helena, Montana has launched a new way to pay for parking with the Passport Parking mobile app. The app can be used for more than 2,000 on-street and off-street spaces in Helena.

Paying to park with the app is simple. Users create an account and input their payment information and license plate number. Then, they can easily select a zone and start a parking session. When the parking session ends, users are notified and have the ability to extend the session without returning to their vehicle or a parking meter.

“We are so excited to offer drivers in Helena a new, convenient way to pay for parking,” said Dave Hewitt, City of Helena parking manager. “The Passport Parking app provides a great alternative to parking meters that is simple to use.”

Passport works with nearly 1,000 cities, universities and agencies to provide mobility software for parking, permits, enforcement, transit, tolling and micro-mobility. Passport mobile pay parking apps are available in Missoula, Mont., University of North Dakota and Portland, Ore.

“As the world becomes more digital, people expect to be able to pay for almost anything with their phones and parking should be no exception,” said Sam Warnecke, sales executive at Passport. “We are glad to partner with Helena to offer drivers a convenient and positive parking experience.”

Users can download the free Passport Parking app from the App Store, Google Play or manage online at passportparking.com.

About Passport

Passport is transforming mobility management for cities, empowering them to create more livable and equitable communities. Passport’s mobility platform enables clients to digitally coordinate all modes of transportation and implement real-time, data-centric management of their curbside and streetspace through its enterprise software. Trusted by nearly 1,000 cities, universities and agencies, including Chicago, Toronto, London, Los Angeles, and Miami, Passport is one of the fastest growing companies on the Inc. 500 and Deloitte Technology Fast 5000 lists. Passport is backed by Bain Capital Ventures, Grotech Ventures, MK Capital, and Relevance Capital. For more information, visit passportinc.com.

CivicSmart Selected by the City of Columbus, Ohio to Demonstrate Vehicle Detection Sensors

August 16, 2019

 

 

 

CivicSmart Selected by the City of Columbus, Ohio to Demonstrate Vehicle Detection Sensors

 

 

 

MILWAUKEE, WI  – CivicSmart, Inc., is proud to announce that the City of Columbus, Ohio, has selected CivicSmart as a finalist to install its patented Vehicle Detection Sensors for a three-month trial starting in October 2019.

 

 

 

Following a competitive evaluation, CivicSmart was selected to install 100 of its subterranean Vehicle Detection Sensors in the Short North Arts District along High Street.  CivicSmart is one of three finalists selected to participate in the Columbus trials.

 

“As the winner of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Smart City Challenge, Columbus is America’s Smart City, and CivicSmart is delighted to be chosen to demonstrate our Smart Parking sensors in the city later this year,” said Mike Nickolaus, CivicSmart President and CEO.

 

The sensors will be tested and, if successful, will be integrated with the City’s ParkColumbus mobile parking app to allow motorists to identify convenient, vacant spaces before and during their trip to the Short North.  By reducing uncertainty and aimless searching, traffic congestion and vehicle pollution will be reduced, pedestrian safety will be improved, and customers will find it easier to patronize local businesses.

 

 

About CivicSmart’s Vehicle Detection Sensors

CivicSmart’s Vehicle Detection Sensors offer a reliable, low-cost solution for detecting vehicles in on-street parking spaces. The sensors provide real-time data with 99.5%+ accuracy and extremely low latency, allowing parking program managers to detect vehicles in a specific space and to reveal parking patterns, trends, and high demand areas.  Detailed parking occupancy and session data allows cities to make data-driven policy decisions which help residents, businesses and visitors.

 

 

About CivicSmart

CivicSmart, Inc., is a leader in citywide, on-street parking solutions with an 83-year track record providing electronic meters, sensors, housings, enforcement, and software products for over a million parking spaces.  Based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA, CivicSmart’s patented “Smart Parking” solutions have been deployed globally on five continents and serve over 1,500 clients.  More information about CivicSmart is available at CivicSmart.com.

 

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