Gabions
Gabions
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What is the main difference between welded wire fabric gabions and double twisted hexagonal mesh gabions. Is the twisted hexagonal mesh stronger/more durable/more desireable? Why?
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RE: Gabions
RE: Gabions
they both are flexible when filled with rock, however, during hand fabrication of the baskets, the welded wire is much stiffer
modular construction of welded panels may eliminate common walls between baskets
both are easily field fabricated to fit the site
speed of installation and cost are very similar for both products
twisted mesh gabions have been used for over 100 years, welded wire fabric is relatively new
hog rings can be used for either type, but care should be used in fastening lids when the gabion is full of rock. lacing wire or spirals is better. hog rings can actually pull the weld apart when fastening the lid.
Chuck
cgopperton@stantec.com
http://www.stantec.com/
RE: Gabions
RE: Gabions
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RE: Gabions
RE: Gabions