Gabion Mattresses

Climate protection and the sustainability of construction practices are also becoming increasingly important for hydraulic works. The preservation of natural mineral resources and the reduction of transportation emissions play a central role within this context.

The inherent necessity to safeguard the precious resource of water, which frequently comes into direct contact with the structures, imposes rigorous technical requirements upon the building products and system solutions. Simultaneously, it demands the utilisation of environmentally-friendly construction materials.

Gabion mattresses, also known as rock or stone mattresses, were developed as a sustainable and resource-efficient solution to meet the diverse requirements of bank and riverbed stabilisation. They minimise the environmental impact of bank protection measures by reducing the amount of material required and the need for transport, and, as they can be fully vegetated, they contribute to the creation of a near-natural habitat.