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Metrici PPD · Parking Place Detector
AI Parking Space Detection Software (Camera-Based)Every Spot. Real Time.
AI parking space detection using IP cameras — no sensors, no wires, no maintenance. One camera monitors dozens of spots in real time. Live occupancy maps, alerts and reporting.
PPD shows which space is free. Metrici LPR Parking shows which car is in it →
Live AI Detection
See It in Action
Real Installations, Real Footage
Not a mock-up — recordings from working Metrici PPD installations, in rain, snow, low light and high traffic.
Field Detection
AI Detection in Real Conditions
Accurate parking place recognition even under difficult lighting, partial occlusion, or adverse weather — see the engine at work in real parking lots.
Interface
Live Dashboard Walkthrough
Real-time occupancy map with per-spot status, statistics, alarms management and full reporting — as operators see it every day.
Camera-Based AI vs In-Ground Sensors
Why Camera-Based Detection Beats Sensors in the Ground
This is where projects are won or lost: in-ground sensors mean one device, one cable run and one maintenance visit per space. Metrici PPD does the same job from a camera you already have.
Metrici PPD · 1 camera
Camera-based AI: one view covers the whole row
📷 One existing IP camera on a pole or wall
free
occupied
12 spaces · 1 camera · 0 devices in the ground
- Spaces are drawn once as virtual markers in the interface — nothing is installed in the bay
- Every space updates live, and the whole lot shows on one occupancy map
- Also catches double parking, wrong-way parking and driving on the pavement
- Re-strip the lanes or move a camera and there is nothing to dig up
Hardware per parking spaceNone
In-ground ultrasonic sensors
Sensor-based: one device per space, wired together
🔌 12 sensors · 12 cable runs · one controller loop
sensor in every bay
trenched cable duct under the lane
12 spaces · 12 sensors · 1 trench
- Cut, trench, lay cable and re-pour — the lot is out of service for weeks
- A dead sensor means digging up that one bay, then calibrating it
- Fixed geometry: change the layout and the sensor grid has to be re-planned
- No plate, no photo, no evidence — and no double-parking detection
Hardware per parking space1 sensor + cable
| Feature | Metrici PPD | In-Ground Sensors |
|---|---|---|
| No per-spot hardware | ✓ | ✗ |
| Works with existing cameras | ✓ | ✗ |
| Street parking compatible | ✓ | ✗ |
| Constant AI improvement | ✓ | ✗ |
| Cloud multi-site dashboard | ✓ | ✗ |
| Zero maintenance after install | ✓ | ✗ |
| Double parking detection | ✓ | ✗ |
| Integration with LPR, LED displays, mobile apps | ✓ | ✗ |
Why Metrici PPD
Business Benefits
Transform parking management from manual monitoring to fully automated, AI-driven operations.
No Installation Costs
Use existing IP cameras — no sensors, no wires, no trenching, no per-spot hardware. Save 60-80% vs in-ground sensor systems.
Zero Maintenance
No buried sensors to replace, no batteries to swap, no calibration visits. Cameras are the only hardware — and you likely already own them.
Scale to Any Size
From 10 spots to 10,000. One camera monitors dozens of spaces. Manage multiple locations from a single dashboard.
Real-Time Decision Making
Live occupancy maps, instant alerts and predictive analytics. Make data-driven decisions about pricing, staffing and capacity.
Higher Occupancy Revenue
Maximize space utilization with real-time data. Dynamic pricing, overflow management and reduced enforcement costs.
Setup
From Camera to Live Dashboard in Minutes
No sensors, no wires, no infrastructure changes. Point existing IP cameras, mark parking spots once in the web interface — the AI handles the rest.
Point the Camera
Use any existing IP camera overlooking the parking area. No special hardware, no rewiring.
Mark the Spots — Once
Place virtual markers on each parking spot in Metrici Control Panel. A one-time setup at installation. No reconfiguration needed.
AI Starts Detecting
Metrici's AI immediately starts recognizing vehicles and evaluating each space — free or occupied — in real time.
Live Web Dashboard
Live occupancy map, alarms, statistics and reports — accessible from any device, anywhere in the world.
Capabilities
Real-Time Parking Intelligence
From real-time detection to predictive analytics — everything needed to manage parking at any scale.
Real-Time Detection
High-definition camera input feeds the AI, which continuously monitors and updates every spot's status — free or occupied — in real time.
User-Friendly Web Interface
Intuitive dashboard for operators. See your entire parking lot at a glance, manage settings, group zones, and control every space individually.
Automated Alerts
Get notified when the lot is full, a reserved spot is taken, a vehicle overstays its time limit, or any custom condition you define — via email or SMS.
Statistics & Predictions
Collect and analyze occupancy data over days, weeks, and zones. Generate exportable reports and predict peak periods with AI-powered forecasting.
Seamless Integration
Connects with mobile apps, LED display signs, access control systems, payment solutions, third-party software, and other Metrici engines (LPR, QR, etc.).
Cloud & Multi-Site
Group cameras from multiple locations in a single interface. Manage hundreds of spaces or an entire smart city from one centralized command center.
Interactive Floor Map Overlay
Upload a layout map of your parking lot. See live occupancy color-coded on your own floor plan — every space at a glance, updated in real time.
Continuous AI Training
Metrici's neural network trains daily on your specific site conditions — improving recognition accuracy continuously, even in rain, snow, or low light.
Role-Based Access Control
Create unlimited users with role-based permissions for operators, managers and administrators. Each with their own tailored view and rights.
Industry Applications
Deployed Across Parking Environments
From residential complexes and corporate offices to airports and smart cities — AI parking detection at any scale.
Smart City Parking
- Deploy across all public parking facilities as a unified smart network
- Integrate with a city-wide app showing real-time availability, guiding drivers to free spots and reducing congestion
- Designate reserved zones and sync to LED displays for real time driver guidance
Retail & Shopping Centers
- Help customers find available spots instantly across large shopping malls
- Integrate with loyalty programs, rewarding parking in designated areas
- Connect LED displays showing availability count and direction
Event Venues
- Handle high-volume vehicle influx at arenas, concert halls, and convention centers
- Combine PPD with LPR engine for pre-booked space reservations
- Reduce last-minute congestion during large events
Corporate Offices
- Allocate spaces efficiently for employees and visitors; cross-check with LPR
- Enforce flexible parking policies — including shared spaces, carpooling priority
- Divide the lot into sections or floors for individual availability tracking
Residential Complexes
- Manage resident and guest parking with ease
- Issue automated guest permits via QR code upon arrival
- Cross-check with Metrici LPR and QR Code Recognition for full control
Hospitals & Healthcare
- Ensure patients and visitors always find accessible parking in real time
- Reserve spaces for emergency use or limited-mobility patients
- Set alerts when reserved spots are improperly occupied
University Campuses
- Assist students, faculty and visitors in finding parking across all campus lots
- Integrate with campus apps for live updates and spot reservations
- Manage peak-hour demand with automated alerts and statistics
Airports
- Guide travelers to available spots quickly in vast airport lots
- Offer premium reserved-and-pay services with guaranteed terminal proximity
- Monitor long-stay abuse and set automated alerts
Green Initiatives
- Designate and manage dedicated spaces for electric vehicles and car-sharing services
- Show real-time availability of EV charging stations
- Set alerts for long stays or improper use of green zones
PPD and Metrici LPR Parking
PPD Sees That a Space Is Taken. LPR Sees By Which Car.
Two different jobs, two different engines — and most customers end up wanting both. Start with the one that solves today's problem.
Metrici PPD · occupancy of every space
What PPD answers
- Is space 47 free right now — yes or no, with no gate in between
- Which spaces are free on this level, this zone, this site
- How long each space has been occupied, and where the lot is heading
- Live counts for LED signs, mobile apps and a city-wide guidance map
Metrici LPR Parking Module · identity of every vehicle
What LPR Parking answers
- Which plate is standing in space 47, and whether it was allowed to
- Entry and exit at each gate, barrier control, whitelists and subscriptions
- Tariffs, billing, visitor access and tenant administration
- Enforcement with plate, photo and timestamp as evidence
| What the customer asks | Metrici PPD | Metrici LPR Parking Module |
|---|---|---|
| Is this individual space free? | ✓ | ✗ |
| Which vehicle occupies it? | △ | ✓ |
| How many vehicles are inside the facility? | △ | ✓ |
| Open the barrier for this plate | ✗ | ✓ |
| Billing by entry and exit | ✗ | ✓ |
| Guide drivers to a free space on a LED sign | ✓ | △ |
| Double parking or driving on the pavement | ✓ | ✗ |
| Work in an open lot with no gates at all | ✓ | ✗ |
✓ does this on its own · △ only when the two engines run together · ✗ not this engine's job.
1
PPD alone
You only need to know which spaces are free. PPD runs on its own, on your existing cameras, and reports into the parking software you already sell or operate — nothing else has to change.
2
PPD added to gates you already have
Your barrier and ticketing system keeps running. PPD layers per-space truth on top of it, so "37 free" finally says which 37 — and free space counts stop drifting from reality.
3
PPD + LPR Parking from scratch
LPR handles the gates, subscriptions and billing while PPD watches every bay and guides drivers. That is exactly how our 500+ space border truck park in Bulgaria was built.
Ready to Deploy
Deploy AI Parking Space Detection
AI parking detection using existing IP cameras. Real-time occupancy, alerts and reporting — on its own, or together with Metrici LPR Parking. Request a demo or contact sales.
