The Lower‑Carbon, Sustainable Choice.
Quickspan uses 24% less material and 68% recycled aluminium, delivering Britain’s lowest‑carbon decking while competitors contain over 49% more embodied carbon.
d² Dura Quickspan® Aluminium Decking
The Lowest Carbon Non-Combustible Balcony Decking Walkway in the World
Can Achieve Spans of up to 1175mm*
Fewer supports, faster install, lower substructure costs. 8% stronger than any other product on the market. *Based on 27mm tested to L/200 at 2kN Point Load with a Max Deflection of 5mm
A2 Fire-Rated
UKAS‑accredited and fire tested to BS EN 13501‑1 A2‑s1,d0, ensuring proven non‑combustible performance and full high‑rise compliance.
Made In Britain
British‑made d² system delivering patented, low‑carbon engineering with assured performance, proven sustainability, and trusted UK manufacturing at its core.
- d² Dura Quickspan Aluminium Decking uses a dual‑skin profile with thinner walls and stronger geometry to achieve higher strength with 24% less material compared with many other aluminium systems on the market. Every plank is Made in Britain from 68% recycled aluminium and is backed by independently verified EPD data, helping to reduce transport‑related carbon and ensuring the product is 100% recyclable at the end of life. Thanks to this intelligent design and material efficiency, competitor aluminium decking products typically contain over 49% more embodied carbon, making Quickspan the high performance, lower‑carbon, more sustainable choice.
- The dual-skin profile delivers exceptional span strength of up to 850mm* (18mm) and 1175mm* (27mm). This means fewer supports, faster installation, and lower substrate costs, all while using significantly less material to reduce weight, cost, and embodied carbon. *Max clear span based on L/200 with 2kN point load with a max deflection of 5mm.
- Full system flexibility, the plank can also operate in Free-Drain or Positive-Drain mode (The additional drainage gutter is added in between each plank, water is captured and diverted to the outlets at the plank ends).
- Backed by a 30-year warranty, 60-year structural life expectancy.
- Centre‑fix hidden channel gives clean, safe surfaces, removes clips, cuts labour, and allows final planks to be fitted after crane‑lift for rapid prefabricated installation.
- Fully compliant with Approved Document B, tested to BS EN 13501-1 A2-s1,d0 meeting fire safety requirements for external balconies above 11m, and supporting Gateway 2 & 3 approvals with full evidence pack: fire tests, span/load data, slip resistance, Environmental Product Declaration — ready for submission.
- The sustainable choice — verified by our EPD’s as the lowest carbon balcony decking in the world based on publicly available comparative data, d² Quickspan is built for long-term, low-carbon performance.
The Lowest-Carbon Balcony Decking in the World
The Lowest-Carbon Balcony Decking in the World
d² Quickspan is verified by our Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) as the lowest carbon balcony decking in the industry, based on publicly available comparative data.
Manufactured in the UK from 68% recycled aluminium, Quickspan significantly lowers embodied carbon by reducing the demand for virgin materials and minimising transport emissions.
At the end of its service life, the aluminium decking, bearers and pedestals are 100% recyclable, ensuring that every component can be repurposed rather than sent to landfill, supporting circular construction principles and long-term sustainability goals.
Dual-Skin Efficiency
Dual-Skin Efficiency
Unlike single-skin planks, d² Quickspan’s dual-skin construction uses 24% less material than comparable systems, achieving strength with minimal material usage. This optimised design improves structural efficiency, lowers carbon impact, and maintains long-term performance without excess weight.
Integrated Drainage Channel
Integrated Drainage Channel
d² Quickspan’s profile features an internal drainage insert. In Positive-Drain mode, it captures surface water and diverts it to outlets at the plank ends, achieving controlled water management without separate drainage trays. In Free-Drain mode, water passes naturally between boards. Switching between modes requires no plank replacement.
Slip Resistance & Coating
Slip Resistance & Coating
Tested to UK standards, d² Quickspan achieves low slip potential in both wet and dry conditions. Its Qualicoat powder-coating meets the full spectrum of fire and slip resistance tests, ensuring the system remains compliant, safe, and durable.
Durability & Assurance
Durability & Assurance
Backed by a 30-year warranty and designed with a 60-year structural life expectancy, d² Quickspan offers long-term value, reduced maintenance cycles, and lasting peace of mind.
Product Details
| Aluminium Decking Type | Length | Width | Thickness | Plank Weight | Embodied Carbon Per Plank | Aluminium Grade | Colours/Product Codes | Data Booklet |
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| d² Dura Quickspan® 18mm | 3660mm | 150mm | 18mm | 5.42kg | 36.3kg CO₂e | 6063 T6 | Anthracite (DDA06101) | 18mm Booklet |
| d² Dura Quickspan® 27mm | 3660mm | 150mm | 27mm | 6.10kg | 40.9kg CO₂e | 6063 T6 | Anthracite (DDA03101) | 27mm Booklet |
Maximum Centre-to-Centre Span Capabilities
The maximum centre-to-centre span below has been tested in accordance with BS 8579:2020, the British Standard code of practice that provides a comprehensive guide to the design of balconies and terraces. Under the specified test conditions, measured deflection did not exceed the standard’s maximum allowable limit of 5 mm.
| Max. Centre-to-Centre Span: In accordance with BS 8579:2020 to a max 5mm deflection | 2kN Point Load: 200x200mm Indenter Pad | 2kN Point Load: 50x50mm Indenter Pad | 5kN/m2 UDL |
|---|---|---|---|
| d² Dura Quickspan® 18mm | 850mm | 620mm | 1070mm |
| d² Dura Quickspan® 27mm | 1175mm | 855mm | 1490mm |
Need to know specifics?
Our d² Quickspan is supplied in Anthracite as standard. To meet your project’s specific needs, it can also be manufactured in any RAL colour — simply provide your preferred code. This flexibility allows seamless integration with architectural palettes, ensures planning compliance, and maintains visual consistency across façades and interior schemes.
Anthracite
RAL 7043
18mm & 27mm Channel Insert
18mm Gutter Insert
27mm Gutter Insert
Our A2 fire-rated Dura Pedestals and Dura Bearers can be easily combined to suit all project needs, offering a superior alternative to timber subframes that can twist, rot, or warp over time. With varying heights of pedestals and bearers, our system provides the most economical substructure combination on the market. The Dura Aluminium System is suitable for use as a decking substructure on external balconies, terraces, gardens, industrial flooring and for use as cladding battens.
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Our innovative fire-rated products are designed specifically to support remedial and new-build construction. Talk to our experienced team about how you can tap into our specialist knowledge and engineering capability for your project.
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I specialise in futureproof technical and commercial decking and cladding solutions for tall buildings. My career highlights include creating some of Dura’s most innovative patented decking products & accessories.
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Decking & Cladding Sales Manager
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I specialise in non-combustible decking and cladding solutions, with a professional focus on improving education and specifications across the industry. My favourite project of recent times would have to be The Lock.
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I specialise in helping clients choose the right decking and cladding systems for tall buildings. It’s rewarding to work with great-looking and highly engineered products that adhere to the highest safety standards.
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