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Gabion baskets support existing stone wall at university
Phi Group provided 100m3 of gabion baskets to support an existing stone wall at the University of Huddersfield. Access was restricted due to the canal-side location, so careful planning and sequencing of the work was needed. The gabions were faced using reclaimed drystone walling from the site
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100m3 of gabion baskets support the existing stone wall
Project details
Sector
Education
Project type
Refurbishment
Services provided
Installation
Project location
North West England
Client
University of Huddersfield
Products used
Gabion baskets
Context
Gabion baskets have been installed to support an existing stone wall at the University of Huddersfield.
Challenges
Access was restricted working alongside the canal and careful sequencing and planning was required to maintain stability of the existing wall during construction.
Work undertaken
100m3 of gabion baskets to support an existing stone wall.
Faced using reclaimed drystone walling stone from the site.
