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Maccaferri® Gabion Terramesh® is a modular system made of continuous PoliMac® coated double-twist "DT" wire mesh. It is used to create rock-faced mechanically stabilised earth walls with either vertical or sloped facings. An integrated panel and diaphragms are connected to the main fascia unit to create rectangular shaped cells for stone confinement.
The geogrid reinforcement, fascia, and lid come as a single continuous panel of mesh. Once assembled on site, the fascia unit is filled with appropriate gabion stone. Structural backfill is then added on top of the soil reinforcement geogrids and compacted.
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WHY CHOOSE MACCAFERRI GABION TERRAMESH?
- PoliMac polymer coating provides greater resistance to abrasion, chemicals, and UV rays, compared to traditional PVC coated wire mesh
- Minimises the potential for on-site errors by eliminating the need for internal connections
- Can be constructed up to 74 metres in height
- Quick and easy assembly, as the units are supplied in standard lengths and require no on-site cutting
- Independently verified and tested with BBA-HAPAS certification
- Supported with design assistance using Maccaferri Macstars software available to download here
- Supported by specialised installation tools available for hire, such as pneumatic lacing tools, or you can purchase "C" rings, lacing wire, and preformed bracing wires, which can significantly reduce assembly time by up to 50%
Our recommended specialist gabion installers can construct sample units on-site before works begin to ensure products are installed as per our guidelines.
APPLICATIONS
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FUNCTION
Reinforcement
Geosynthetics provides additional strength to soils and aggregate. Used to reinforce steep slopes, and to stabilise road or rail construction over weak and variable soils. Enables embankments to be constructed over very soft foundations and to build slopes at steeper angles than would be possible with unreinforced soil. Geosynthetics (or geogrids) are also used to bridge over voids that may develop below load bearing granular layers (roads and railways) or below cover systems in landfill applications.
Retaining
Geosynthetic or geogrid acts to support soil laterally so that the structure can be retained at different levels on the two sides. Retain (holds back) any material (usually earth) and prevents it from sliding or eroding away. Gravity retaining and reinforced soil retaining walls are designed to resist the material pressure of the material that it is holding back.
