The non-combustible aluminium decking system for architects
Adek is the perfect solution for architects interested in specifying aluminium decking. The system offers a non-combustible, high-performance decking solution for various applications including balconies, walkways and terraces.
Adek has been developed in accordance with BS 8579:2020 code for high rise buildings over 11m by the decking experts at Ecodek and parent company the Epwin Group.
With two grip choices, both available in 147mm and 295mm board widths, and in either 20mm or 30mm depths, the Adek range is truly flexible to your project needs.
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Adek's CPD for fire rated decking
Our CPD, “A specifier’s guide to non-combustible decking systems”, is designed to help architects and specifiers navigate the requirements for decking on high-rise balconies, walkways, and terraces.
Providing an overview of the factors to consider when choosing high-rise decking for your next project, our CPD covers:
- Changes to the building regulations and legislation that have implications on products used in the external envelope of buildings
- Suitability of aluminium in construction products
- Fire legislation surrounding balconies on high-rise developments
- An explanation on Class A2 fire-rating and the differences between A2fl-s1 and A2-s1, d0 classifications
- Understanding slip resistance for non-combustible aluminium decking
Tech Hub
Visit our Tech Hub to browse documentation, drawings and supporting data on our Adek systems. Get everything you need in one place to assist with your decking project design. This includes a full suite of detailed technical datasheets which are available to download.
Adek - Complete decking system with in built design flexibility
Width: 295mm or 174mm / Depth: 20mm or 30mm
Length: 4m, 5m or 6m + bespoke available
Rapid Installation295mm extra wide board and easy to use fixings.
Can be easily cut and adapted on site to replace existing decks
Boards, bearers, pedestals, trims and fixings designed as one system.
Fixings located within a channel and covered with an easy fit cover
295mm extra wide board spans up to 1200mm fixing centres
Following the release of the Hackitt Review in November 2018, it is now a legal requirement for any building materials incorporated into the envelope of a building exceeding 18 meters...
Continue ReadingFAQs
A: BS EN 13501-1 provides the fire classification procedure for all construction products, which includes products incorporated within building elements. These products are separated into three categories:
1. Construction products (which excludes floorings and linear pipe thermal insulation products)
2. Floorings
3. Linear pipe thermal insulation products
To classify in accordance with BS EN 13501-1, dependent on the product and area of application, a combination of tests is required which determine a products classification
The classification is split up into three parts: the main classification, the smoke classification, and the flaming droplet classification.
The main part of the classification is its letter – A1, A2, B, C, D, E and F. A1 (non-combustible) is the highest level of performance, with F being the lowest performance level.
Flooring materials are classified according to the same classes (A1, A2, B, C, D, E and F) followed by the abbreviation ‘fl’ for flooring.
Products that are classified in the A1 and A2 classes are non-combustible materials and from B to F are combustible materials in ascending order.
All Adek systems come with a 30 year warranty.
Yes – it is non-combustible and meets building regulations.
Yes – the Adek channel profile allows for lifting eye bolts to be used even with the boards already installed. The channel is simply pre-drilled wide enough to allow the lifting eye fixing to pass through unobstructed and then secured to the balcony substructure below. Once the balcony is lifted and installed in its final position, the lifting eyes can be removed and the remaining holes are then concealed by our unique press clipped channel cover
The Adek aluminium decking system offers a non-combustible, high performance decking solution for balconies, decks and terraces which has wide span capabilities whilst providing excellent slip and wear resistance.
Aluminium is classed as a fire-resistant material and will not contribute to the perpetuation of a fire. Not only is it non-combustible, aluminium is also highly resistant to forms of corrosion. The metals natural coating of aluminium oxide provides a highly effective barrier to the ravages of air, temperature, moisture and chemical attack.
Yes, all of our testing and certification is available in our Technical hub on our website.