About Parking BOXX
We design, engineer, manufacture, install, and support parking control systems under one roof — because that's the only way to guarantee they actually work. Parking BOXX serves every US state and Canadian province, with systems in operation from Los Angeles to Newfoundland, from Alaska to Key West. Headquartered and manufactured in North America.
Who We Are
Parking BOXX serves every US state and Canadian province, with systems in operation from Los Angeles to Newfoundland, from Alaska to Key West, Florida. We are headquartered and manufactured in North America.
We are a parking equipment company in the original sense: we design the hardware, write the software, manufacture the equipment, and deploy it in the field. There is no middleman, no reseller markup, and no finger-pointing between a factory and a third-party integrator when something needs attention.
Our team includes engineers, installers, and support specialists who work exclusively in parking. When you call Parking BOXX, you reach people who have seen every facility type, every access control challenge, and every integration scenario — and built systems to solve them.
How We Work
Parking BOXX handles the entire lifecycle — design, manufacture, installation, and long-term support — under one roof.
Every project starts with a site assessment. We review your layout, traffic volume, user types, and revenue goals to recommend the right system. No mandatory demos or weeks-long sales cycles before you see pricing — we share costs upfront.
Equipment is built in our own facilities using powder-coated stainless steel enclosures and direct-drive motors engineered for outdoor durability and long service life.
Our service partners complete full installations throughout North America. Most systems are operational within a few days. We minimize downtime — in many cases achieving zero lost revenue during the switchover.
CloudEASE enables remote diagnostics and monitoring so many issues are resolved without a site visit. When on-site service is needed, our North American service network is ready. One call, one company, no runaround.
Why Customers Choose Parking BOXX
We publish pricing tiers and share costs upfront — no mandatory demos before you see numbers. If you have an apples-to-apples quote lower than our total system price, we will beat it by 10%.
You buy directly from the company that designed and built the equipment. No reseller markup, and direct access to the engineering team when you need it.
From a $500 smartphone app to an $80,000+ multi-lane gated system with LPR, Parking BOXX covers the full spectrum. You do not need three vendors to solve one parking problem.
Our equipment is designed for a service life of 8–10 years and often far longer. One customer recently returned a barrier gate part from a unit we built over 20 years ago — still in service.
Parking BOXX systems run facilities with thousands of daily vehicles and millions in annual parking revenue, including the U.S. Department of Defense (Shades of Green at Walt Disney World).
Parking BOXX holds CCIB/CCAB Aboriginal business certification, making us a qualifying supplier for Canadian government procurement programs.
Our Team
Aaron Asp
CEO & Co-FounderFormer Division I hockey player drafted by the Montreal Canadiens. Aaron manages strategic direction, customer relationships, and ensures every customer gets the right system for their operation.
Renee Smith
CTO & Co-Founder24 years of IT experience. Former #1 ranked beach volleyball player. Holds a BBA, MBA, and Law degree. Renee architects the technology strategy and keeps the engineering team building systems that solve real problems.
Brad Henkel
VP Business DevelopmentAdvanced through service and installation roles before taking on larger projects and partnerships. Brad knows every part of the system from the ground up.
Duane Langdon
VP Research & DevelopmentFour decades of parking industry experience dating to 1983. Duane drives innovation and technical excellence — the institutional knowledge behind every product decision.
Mike Wrona
Director of OperationsElectronics Engineering degree. Oversees quality control across installation, software development, and logistics — the operational spine of every delivery.
Tad Rastenis
Installation ManagerStarted with the support team and rose to lead project implementation. Known for precision and follow-through on every installation regardless of site complexity.
Brock Westover
Customer Success ManagerProgressed through multiple technical roles to manage our support teams and service partner network. Brock's goal: no customer ever feels left behind after installation.
History
Parking BOXX has over 85 years of combined parking industry experience, with roots dating to 1939. Operations began in Montreal, Quebec, expanding to Ontario in 1943.
We have served thousands of facilities across North America, with systems operating from Los Angeles to Newfoundland and the Caribbean. That depth of experience informs every product we design and every installation we complete.
- 1939 — Founded in Montreal, Quebec
- 1943 — Expanded to Ontario
- 1967 — Coordinated parking for Montreal Expo 67, setting a single-day attendance record of 569,500 visitors
- Today — Operating across all US states and Canadian provinces
Experience
This 1981 ticket machine model was built in the same year that IBM introduced the personal computer. It's a marker of our engineering depth and our long-term commitment to parking technology.
When you work with Parking BOXX, you're working with a team that has seen the full arc of the industry — from mechanical coin boxes to cloud-managed barrier gates with LPR and contactless payments. That context shapes every decision we make about product design, reliability, and support.
Our Core Values
C — Customers
Customer-focused product excellence and communication. We treat every interaction as an opportunity to earn trust.
O — Organization
Teamwork with dignity and respect. People who are treated well do better work, and that shows in the quality of every system we ship.
R — Results
Proactive problem-solving and reliability. We identify issues before customers do — remote diagnostics, proactive alerts, preventative maintenance.
E — Excellence
Pride in workmanship and continuous learning. Every machine that ships has our name on it. We build as if the customer is watching — because they will be for years.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I look for when choosing a parking equipment company?
Look for five things: Does the company design and build its own equipment, or resell someone else's? Do they handle installation and ongoing support — or just sell hardware? Can they scale from a simple entry-level solution to a full gated system? Do they offer cloud-based management software? Are they proven across a range of facility sizes and types? Parking BOXX checks all five. We build everything in-house, complete full installations throughout North America, offer everything from a smartphone app to multi-lane gated systems with LPR, and manage operations remotely through CloudEASE.
How long has Parking BOXX been in business?
Parking BOXX has over 85 years of combined parking industry experience, with roots dating to 1939. We have served thousands of facilities across North America, with systems operating from Los Angeles to Newfoundland and the Caribbean. That depth informs every product we design and every installation we complete — and it means we will be here to support your system years from now.
Who installs parking equipment, and how long does it take?
Parking equipment can be installed by the equipment company, an authorized service partner, or a third-party integrator. The most seamless experience comes from working with the company that built the system — they know it inside and out. Parking BOXX completes full installations throughout North America, from initial site assessment through commissioning and staff training. Most full systems are operational within a few days. Individual machines can often be up and running in just a few hours, with minimal disruption to your facility.
How long does parking equipment last?
Quality parking equipment has a useful life of 8 to 10 years with proper maintenance — and often longer. Parking BOXX builds with powder-coated stainless steel enclosures and direct-drive barrier gate motors engineered for longevity. One customer recently returned a part from a barrier gate we built over 20 years ago — still in service. When evaluating any system, ask about parts availability and long-term software support. Parking BOXX has a track record of supporting systems well into their second decade.
What is the most affordable way to start with automated parking?
The lowest-cost entry point is a smartphone app with no hardware required. Parking BOXX offers the P-123 app, which lets parkers pay by phone — ideal for facilities that want to go digital quickly without a major capital investment. The next step up is LPR (License Plate Recognition): a gateless, camera-based system that manages access and payments without physical gates. Full gated PARCS systems with barrier gates and pay stations deliver maximum revenue control. Parking BOXX offers all three tiers, so the right fit depends on your volume, site layout, and revenue goals.
Do parking equipment companies offer warranties and ongoing support?
Warranty and support terms vary widely across the industry. A key factor is whether you are working directly with the company that built the equipment or going through a reseller. Parking BOXX provides warranty coverage, remote monitoring through CloudEASE, and service partners across the US and Canada. Because we design and build our own equipment, our support team knows the hardware and software inside and out — one call, one company, no runaround.
Can parking equipment be customized for my facility?
Yes. Parking BOXX systems integrate with existing access control platforms and other site infrastructure. We also offer full equipment branding — your logo, colors, and custom text — at no additional charge, so the equipment reflects your facility from the moment a driver pulls in. Whether you need a single pay station or a multi-lane gated system, we configure the solution to fit your site and operational requirements.
What do customers say about Parking BOXX?
Parking BOXX systems run facilities with thousands of daily vehicles and millions in annual parking revenue. Our clients include the U.S. Department of Defense (Shades of Green on Walt Disney World Resort). Customers consistently cite system reliability, ease of use, and responsive support. If you would like to speak with a reference customer in your sector, we are happy to make that connection.
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