Business Details
42 Years
experience
Innovative Metal Roofing & Wall Cladding Systems
Spantech Pty Ltd Pty Ltd is a privately owned Australian construction company established in 1984. We specialise in designing and constructing buildings using patented roll-formed metal profiles and unique construction methodologies. Our systems feature wide-span capabilities and innovative connection methods, with profile options including Woomera 300 (up to 30m spans), Pinkenba 370 (up to 40m spans), and Longreach (12-18m spans). We serve diverse sectors including Agriculture, Education, Defence, Industrial and Warehousing, Mining, Public Infrastructure, Sport and Recreation, and Water Reservoir Roofs. Our international operations include Spantech Pty Ltd Pty Ltd NZ Limited and licensed partners in Malaysia and the UAE.Certified to ISO 9001 (Quality), ISO 14001 (Environmental), and ISO 45001 (Safety) standards, we maintain comprehensive management systems aligned with the Office of the Federal Safety Commissioners' requirements. Our team includes founding partner Mr Dick Lucas, a respected Queensland builder with extensive international construction experience, supported by his family and a highly skilled workforce with decades of collective tenure. We focus on delivering value through on-site manufacturing to reduce transport costs, minimising structural steel requirements by up to 30%, and providing long-lasting solutions with minimal maintenance needs.
Services
Metal Roofing
Wall Cladding
Formwork Systems
Defence Buildings
Aquatic Centres
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in commercial construction solutions
- Our patented metal profiles span further than conventional systems
- We operate certified quality, environmental and safety management systems
- Our team includes founding partner Dick Lucas with international construction expertise
- We deliver value through reduced structural steel requirements and whole-of-life cost savings
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- ISO 14001
- ISO 45001
Services
Longreach Roofing
Spantech Pty Ltd Pty Ltd Longreach is an innovative long-span metal roofing system designed for large-scale commercial projects. This premium solution reduces structural steel requirements by up to 30% while providing architectural appeal through its distinctive deep profile. The system's unique interlocking connection minimises fasteners, creating a watertight seal with reduced maintenance needs. Available in steel or aluminium, it offers spans up to 20 metres and cantilevers up to 5 metres, with on-site manufacturing capabilities for custom lengths.
Pinkenba 370
Spantech Pty Ltd Pty Ltd Pinkenba 370 is a high-performance roofing profile that spans further than any conventional system. This curved roofing solution achieves spans up to 36 metres in non-cyclonic regions, ideal for creating expansive column-free spaces. The profile's unique shape maximises material life while maintaining structural integrity. Available in both curved and straight configurations, it provides architects with design flexibility while maintaining watertight performance through its flat-zone connection system.
Woomera 300
Spantech Pty Ltd Pty Ltd Woomera 300 is a versatile construction profile suitable for curved roofing, walls, and composite formwork applications. With curved spans up to 30 metres and straight spans up to 7 metres, it offers exceptional design flexibility. The profile's interlocking seam eliminates fasteners for a watertight connection while its strength-to-weight ratio delivers cost-effective solutions for education, agriculture, and defence projects across Australia and New Zealand.
Aluminium Roofing
Spantech Pty Ltd Pty Ltd's aluminium roofing systems provide durable solutions for challenging environments. Specifically designed for water reservoirs and coastal locations, these systems combine 100% aluminium construction with corrosion-resistant properties. Available in Pinkenba 370 and Longreach 800 profiles, they integrate with aluminium C purlins for complete system performance. The non-corrosive properties ensure longevity in high-humidity or chemically aggressive environments like swimming pools and chemical warehouses.
Formwork 300
Spantech Pty Ltd Pty Ltd Formwork 300 is a long-span composite metal formwork system for suspended concrete slabs. This innovative solution reduces temporary supports by up to 3.6 metre spans, accelerating construction timelines. The profile's flat base minimises infill requirements while integrated clips support suspended ceilings and services. With fire resistance levels up to 240/240/240, it's ideal for multi-level car parks, high-rise buildings, and mezzanine floors requiring structural efficiency and rapid installation.
People
Dick Lucas
Founder & Managing Director
Dick Lucas is the founding partner of Spantech Pty Ltd Pty Ltd with over 30 years' experience in international construction. His inventiveness and practical expertise have driven the company's patented technologies and global expansion. Dick's leadership focuses on delivering innovative solutions that combine engineering excellence with commercial viability.
Questions
What makes Spantech Pty Ltd Pty Ltd's construction systems different from conventional methods?
Spantech Pty Ltd Pty Ltd's patented metal profiles span further with less structural steel, use interlocking connections without fasteners, and offer on-site manufacturing for custom solutions.
Which industries benefit most from Spantech Pty Ltd Pty Ltd's solutions?
Our systems excel in Education, Defence, Aquatic Facilities, Industrial Warehousing, Public Infrastructure, and Agricultural storage applications requiring wide-span structures.
How does Spantech Pty Ltd Pty Ltd support architectural design flexibility?
We provide engineering design assistance, pre-engineered details, and bespoke solutions with profiles that can be curved, tapered, or integrated with standard roofing accessories.
What quality assurances does Spantech Pty Ltd Pty Ltd provide?
We operate ISO-certified management systems and use materials guaranteed to meet New Zealand Standards with extended warranty options available.
Can Spantech Pty Ltd Pty Ltd handle international projects?
Yes, we directly operate in Australia and New Zealand, with licensed partners in Malaysia and UAE, and have completed projects across multiple continents.
How does Spantech Pty Ltd Pty Ltd ensure cost-effectiveness?
Our systems reduce structural steel by up to 30%, minimise maintenance costs, and offer on-site manufacturing to eliminate transport waste and delays.
