Features of common Gabi products:

For major retaining walls, like sea walls, bridge embankments and the like the Gabi® Block is usually the core product used. It dramatically reduces water build-up. Because of its extreme porosity, large volumes of water can escape quickly. In fact, compared with traditional methods, permeability can be increased by up to 2000 per cent or up to 20 times more water than common drainage options.

The Gabi® Mat comes in a standard size (210 x 1200 x 1200) and has a number of applications including, slope stabilisation, soil erosion control, pipe outlets and spillways. The Gabi® Mat can also be used for reinforced turf whereby it is laid in soft wet conditions, then turfed. This provides a firm surface for regular usage including that of vehicles. LIght vehicle access tracks in eco sensitive areas is another application.

The main benefits of using Gabi® products for retaining walls include:

• Water flowing through the retaining wall system is always optimal because of reduced risk of clogging, and with a corresponding reduction in potential damage and/or collapse of the retaining structure;

• Construction time is dramatically reduced – especially on large retaining walls - simply because large blocks can be made out of the Gabi® concrete. Traditional systems could only accommodate small blocks or bagged products (gravel, sand) which are labour and time consuming in the construction process.

Also a Gabi® wall doesn’t require a separate drainage system which often takes longer to construct than the actual wall. For example, one project featuring Gabi® Blocks took only four and a half days compared with a similar project using conventional materials and methods which took six weeks.

• The production process allows for easy handling without a compromise in structural integrity. Moreover, the cured Gabi® block’s scientifically proven strength – equivalent to regular concrete - ensures larger or non-standard sizes can be made according to project requirements. And most importantly, much larger blocks are able to be safely lifted into position leading to a dramatic reduction in construction time.