iQD Pro

Award-Winning Mezzanine Design & Pricing Software

Intelligent Quote Designsuite (iQD Pro) is Hi-Level Mezzanines’ revolutionary engineering platform that transforms how mezzanine floors are designed, priced and delivered across the UK and Europe.

Recognised with the King’s Award for Enterprise in Innovation in 2024, iQD Pro represents over a decade of development and £1 million in investment, creating the most advanced mezzanine specification system in the industry.

What is iQD Pro?

iQD Pro is Hi-Level’s proprietary digital ecosystem that combines structural intelligence, design automation and live market data into one powerful platform. Unlike traditional quoting methods that rely on static price lists or manual calculations, iQD Pro continuously updates material and labour costs in real-time, automatically adjusting for market shifts such as steel price fluctuations and regional variations.

This dynamic approach ensures every mezzanine estimate reflects current market conditions, delivering accuracy that typically falls within 10% of final project costs even at the earliest planning stages.

The technology behind the King’s Award

The King’s Award for Enterprise recognised iQD Pro’s unique fusion of innovation and reliability. Judges acknowledged how the system had fundamentally transformed mezzanine specification, enabling businesses to move from concept to installation with unprecedented confidence and speed.

The award also highlighted Hi-Level’s sustainability credentials: iQD Pro’s optimisation algorithms minimise steel usage and reduce waste across every project, supporting carbon reduction goals and lowering embodied energy for clients with environmental commitments.

Ongoing development with Full Stack Industries

iQD Pro’s continued evolution is now overseen by Full Stack Industries, a Guildford-based digital agency specialising in cloud-based platforms and enterprise software solutions. Full Stack Industries’ expertise in cloud-based software and scalable architecture ensures iQD Pro remains at the forefront of engineering technology.

This partnership combines Hi-Level’s 30+ years of mezzanine engineering expertise with Full Stack Industries’ technological innovation, delivering a platform that serves hundreds of users with industry-leading performance and reliability.

How iQD Pro works

At its core, iQD Pro evaluates multiple design permutations in seconds, testing different beam and column configurations to identify the most efficient and cost-effective solution for each unique project. The system applies sophisticated engineering logic that accounts for:

• Floor area and height requirements
• Load capacities for different applications (storage, office, retail, automation, robotics)
• Site location and regional cost variations
• Structural specifications including primary and secondary steelwork
• Ancillary components such as staircases, edge protection and fire safety features

Every calculation is grounded in real delivery data from Hi-Level’s extensive project portfolio, ensuring consistency between early-stage budgets and completed installations.

iQD Pro in action: The mezzanine budget calculator

The public face of iQD Pro is Hi-Level’s award-winning Mezzanine Budget Calculator, which delivers instant, data-driven estimates in approximately 60 seconds. By entering basic project details, users receive:

• A personalised mezzanine cost estimate powered by live pricing data
• A 2D column grid showing structural placement
• A 3D model demonstrating height and spatial proportions
• Comprehensive scope including steelwork, decking, staircases and fire protection options

This transparency provides clarity for project managers, commercial developers and logistics operators who need rapid cost validation before securing board approvals or committing resources.

Accuracy that outperforms competitors

Where many mezzanine suppliers produce broad cost ranges using outdated price tables, iQD Pro delivers precision through automation. For example, a 500 m² mezzanine with fire protection typically returns an indicative estimate of up to 60% less than an estimate produced by less sophisticated systems.

This accuracy gives businesses the confidence to plan effectively and budget realistically from day one.

Industry applications of iQD Pro

iQD Pro supports mezzanine projects across diverse sectors where precision, speed and reliability are paramount:

Warehousing & logistics

Fast-growing e-commerce and distribution operations require rapid space expansion without business interruption. iQD Pro enables logistics teams to model multiple site configurations quickly, supporting network-wide rollouts with consistent cost expectations.

Automation & robotics

Projects involving conveyors, automated storage systems and robotic equipment demand precise load calculations and structural integration. iQD Pro’s engineering logic accounts for heavy loads and complex layouts, ensuring mezzanines support operational requirements safely and efficiently.

Manufacturing

Production facilities need mezzanines that accommodate machinery, high foot traffic and specific workflow patterns. iQD Pro optimises beam layouts to maximise clear spans whilst maintaining structural integrity, creating flexible manufacturing spaces.

Retail & leisure

Customer-facing environments require aesthetic consideration alongside functionality. iQD Pro allows retail developers and leisure operators to visualise spatial layouts and understand costs early, supporting design decisions that balance commercial appeal with budget reality.

Offices

Growing businesses seeking additional workspace benefit from iQD Pro’s ability to model office mezzanines that comply with Building Regulations whilst meeting budget parameters. The system factors in fire protection and accessibility requirements from the outset.

The sustainability advantage

iQD Pro contributes meaningfully to sustainable construction practices. By automatically selecting the most efficient beam arrangements and minimising material usage, the system reduces embodied carbon across every project. For public-sector buyers and organisations with net-zero commitments, this ensures mezzanines are designed with environmental responsibility embedded in the engineering process.

Hi-Level’s value-engineered approach, powered by iQD Pro, demonstrates that commercial efficiency and environmental stewardship can work in harmony.

Cloud-based performance and reliability

Maintained by Full Stack Industries, iQD Pro benefits from enterprise-grade infrastructure. This cloud-based architecture ensures:

• 24/7 availability for users across the UK and internationally
• Fast response times regardless of system load
• Secure data handling and privacy protection
• Scalability to support growing user demand
• Regular updates and feature enhancements

Full Stack Industries’ DevOps practices minimise system downtime and ensure consistent performance, enabling hundreds of daily users to access accurate mezzanine estimates whenever they need them.

From digital estimate to engineered reality

Whilst iQD Pro provides exceptional early-stage accuracy, it also connects seamlessly with Hi-Level’s project management systems. This integration creates complete traceability from initial estimate through detailed design, manufacturing and installation, ensuring the pricing logic behind the calculator remains consistent throughout project delivery.

After receiving an iQD Pro-powered estimate, clients work directly with Hi-Level’s engineers and project managers to refine designs, address site-specific conditions and develop bespoke solutions. This combination of digital precision and personal expertise ensures every project delivers maximum value and performance.

International applications

Although primarily designed for UK projects, iQD Pro can model mezzanine designs for international use. Hi-Level’s engineering team adapts specifications to meet regional codes and loading requirements, supporting global clients who value British engineering expertise and require a consistent, data-driven approach to facilities planning.

Why iQD Pro represents the future of mezzanine specification

Traditional mezzanine quoting relies on manual processes that can take days to produce rough estimates with wide cost ranges. iQD Pro transforms this outdated approach through:

• Speed: Instant estimates that previously took days to compile
• Accuracy: Real-time pricing that reflects current market conditions
• Transparency: Visual models and detailed breakdowns that support informed decision-making
• Sustainability: Optimised designs that reduce material waste and environmental impact
• Reliability: Proven track record validated by the King’s Award for Enterprise
• Innovation: Continuous development by Full Stack Industries ensures cutting-edge technology

For decision-makers who value clarity and efficiency in procurement, iQD Pro demonstrates Hi-Level’s commitment to integrity, professionalism and technical excellence.

The technology partnership driving iQD Pro forward

The collaboration between Hi-Level Mezzanines and Full Stack Industries represents a powerful synergy of domain expertise and technological innovation. Hi-Level’s decades of mezzanine engineering knowledge combines with Full Stack Industries’ capabilities in cloud architecture, software development and digital transformation.

This partnership ensures iQD Pro continues to set industry standards, incorporating the latest advances in web technology, data processing and user experience design. Full Stack Industries’ mission to use technology as a force for good aligns perfectly with Hi-Level’s commitment to delivering efficient, sustainable mezzanine solutions.

The £1 million innovation investment

iQD Pro represents a decade-long commitment to innovation by Hi-Level’s in-house engineering team. The £1 million development investment created a complete digital ecosystem that revolutionised not just quoting, but the entire process of mezzanine design, pricing and project control.

This substantial investment reflects Hi-Level’s long-term vision: to provide customers with tools and services that deliver measurable advantages through faster turnaround times, improved accuracy and better project visibility.

Experience iQD Pro technology

The award-winning capabilities of iQD Pro are available to experience now through Hi-Level’s Mezzanine Budget Calculator. Whether you’re planning warehouse expansion, creating automation zones, developing retail space or adding office levels, iQD Pro provides the clarity and confidence needed to move projects forward.

Discover how British innovation and engineering excellence combine to deliver the most accurate mezzanine estimates in the industry — backed by over 30 years of design, manufacturing and installation expertise.