The Mechanical Parking Guide 2011 provides an in-depth analysis of the mechanical parking industry worldwide and all the available systems. The report was written for architects and real estate developing professionals and organizations worldwide. It provides all aspects relevant for the planning, design, procurement, realization and operation of these systems. Among the groups that will find it useful are company owners, executive management, engineering managers, engineers, advisers, system manufacturers, researchers, educators, the investment community, analysts, and the media. For the real estate developer it offers the chance to quickly get the idea what these systems are and judge if they will help to increase the ROI of his real estate project. When the systems prove viable the guide helps you preparing the procurement, the installation and finally the operation of these compact mechanical parking systems. For the architect it gives in-depth insight in all the aspects involved in the implementation of these system into the design of a building. It covers technical as well as user experience aspects. For professionals in the industry and anyone studying it this gives an overview of the state of the market and the technology. This will save you days and days of work keeping up to date with current developments. The report was developed with support of numerous advisers, system manufacturers, and many others worldwide. To support the review and analysis, the publication includes 10 charts and graphs, 30 tables, 213 photographs and illustrations, and two appendices. This study covers all facets of mechanical parking, including business, market, product and technology.