River Control and Flood Management
The most serious hazard caused by rivers is the erosion of riverbanks by flowing water, leading to floods that cause significant loss of life and property and substantial soil erosion. Therefore, the application of diamond mesh structures (gabions and mattresses) is one of the best solutions for addressing these problems, providing permanent protection for riverbeds and banks.
Canal and Channel Construction
The construction of canals involves the stability of slopes and riverbeds. Therefore, the use of diamond mesh mattresses has been a primary method employed for centuries in the modification of many natural rivers and the excavation of artificial canals. It provides effective and permanent protection for riverbanks and riverbeds, and also controls water flow and prevents water loss, exhibiting particularly excellent performance in environmental protection and water quality maintenance.
Riverbank and Slope Protection: The application of diamond-shaped gabions and mattresses in riverbank and slope toe protection is a highly successful example. It fully leverages the advantages of diamond mesh, achieving ideal results that other methods cannot.
The flexible structure can adapt to slope changes without being damaged, providing better safety and stability than rigid structures.
It has strong erosion resistance, capable of withstanding water flow velocities up to 6 m/s.
The inherent permeability of diamond mesh structures allows for strong tolerance to the natural effects and filtration of groundwater. Suspended solids and silt in the water settle in the gaps between the stones, promoting the growth of natural vegetation and gradually restoring the original ecological environment.