Soil Reinforcement Units for retaining structure Metal Gabion Baskets

Soil reinforcement is the process of strengthening the soil to support structures and prevent settlement. Soil reinforcement can be achieved with a variety of methods, including the use of soil reinforcement units, metal gabion baskets, and more.

Soil reinforcement metal gabion baskets are typically made of galvanized double twisted metal wire mesh and filled with rocks or gravel. They are placed in the soil to provide added strength and stability. They are often used in areas prone to erosion or sinkholes. Gabion baskets can be used to reinforce both soil and foundations. Soil reinforcement is a vital process in the construction industry. It is used to ensure the safety of both buildings and occupants. Soil reinforcement metal gabion baskets are essential for preventing settlement and protecting structures from the elements.

The baskets help to hold the soil in place and prevent it from washing away. Metal gabion baskets are available in a variety of sizes and are typically made to meet ASTM A975 standards.

Typical Structure of Soil Reinforcement Metal Gabion Baskets: 

Type of coating for Nova Metal Gabion Baskets: 

The following categories apply to double-twisted metal gabion baskets depending on the coating:

a- Type 1, Double-twisted wire mesh, fasteners, lacing wire, and stiffeners are fabricated from galvanized steel wire.
b- Type 2, Double-twisted wire mesh, fasteners, lacing wire, and stiffeners are all made from wire which is coated with Zn-5A1-MM/Zn-10A1-MM before being double-twisted into mesh.  
c- Type 3, Double-twisted mesh, lacing wire, and stiffeners as type 1 and overcoated with PVC coating.
d- Type 4, Double-twisted mesh, lacing wire, and stiffeners as type 2 and overcoated with PVC coating.

Information to be supplied by the purchaser

The following information shall be supplied by the purchaser at the time of enquiry and order:
a) Number of Standard according to, for example: EN10223 or ASTM A 975;
b) Quantity and type of designation (for box gabions with or without diaphragms);
c) Size of the rolls or units;
d) Mesh size;
e) Wire diameter (mesh wire and lacing wire);
f) Coating type and class of coating, if applicable,
g) Characteristics of the eventual organic coating, if applicable;
h) Inspection documentation requirements.

Example of designation to be used on ordering:

  According to EN 10223-3:
  Quantity: 1000 pieces (Or 1100 Square meters or 1.1 ton);
  Mattresses 3m x 1m x 1m, 2 diaphragms;
  Mesh type 8 x 10, wire 2,7 mm;
  Surface treatment: Hot dip galvanized 245gsm + PVC coated.

  Please also included place of shipping if you want us check the freight.