Parking tariff boards need printed rate panels that can be changed without replacing the whole board. We print replaceable tariff inserts and keep your layout on file. Boldmedia Print Zimbabwe reprints panels whenever your rates change.
Parking tariff boards display the fees, time bands, payment methods, operating hours and terms and conditions that apply in a paid parking facility. They are placed at entrances, pay stations and pedestrian exits so drivers can read the charges before they enter and when they pay. Because tariffs change, these boards are often built with replaceable panels or inserts.
A good tariff board lays out the rates in a clear table, uses type large enough to read from a car window at the entrance, and states conditions and contact details plainly. It differs from an entrance sign in that it carries detailed information to be read while stationary or on foot, so legibility of small text and easy updating matter more than visibility from a distance.
Where it works well
- Paid parking entrances and boom gates
- Pay stations and pay-on-foot machines
- Pedestrian exits from parking garages
- Hospital and airport parking
- Shopping centre and event parking
- Terms and conditions display points
Materials and finishes
- Aluminium composite panels with printed graphics
- Replaceable printed vinyl or insert panels
- Aluminium frames with slide-in tariff strips
- Anti-graffiti or UV laminate
- Powder-coated poles or wall brackets
- Lightbox for dim areas
Lighting options
- Non-illuminated in well-lit areas
- Internally lit lightbox for entrances used at night
What affects the price
- Board size and number of locations
- Amount of text and layout work
- Fixed print or replaceable inserts
- Illumination
- Poles, frames or wall fixings
- Protective laminates
- Installation access
Supplying measurements
Send the full tariff table and wording, and photos of where each board will go. Note whether it will be read from a vehicle at the boom or from foot at a pay station, as this affects text size.
Artwork requirements
Send the tariff schedule and terms as editable text, plus your logo as vector artwork. We lay out the board for clarity and send a proof so the rates and wording can be checked carefully before production.
Survey and installation
Boards are wall-mounted or pole-mounted next to entrances and pay points, positioned so they do not block traffic or machines. Lit boards are connected by a qualified electrician.
Maintenance
Wipe clean regularly so text remains legible. When tariffs change, replace the insert or panel rather than applying stickers over old rates.
Frequently asked questions
What happens when our parking rates change?
With replaceable inserts or panels, only the tariff section needs to be reprinted and swapped.
Where should tariff boards go?
Usually at the entrance before the boom and again at pay stations, so drivers see the rates before and when they pay.
Can terms and conditions be included?
Yes, though long terms may need a separate panel to keep the tariff table readable.