The gantry parking zone is incorporated into every Tracker cnc plasma cutting system and allows the gantry to be parked clear of the cutting deck area. This feature protects the gantry from damage when loading material and makes it easy for the operator to load from either side, or from directly overhead. Without this feature the material would need to be placed onto the table and then pushed under the gantry which can be difficult and hazardous to the operator and the equipment.