What does GI mean for a gabion box?
GI stands for galvanised iron. In gabion work it refers to steel wire that carries a zinc coating to slow down corrosion. The zinc layer is the corrosion protection, so the coating requirement written into your specification matters as much as the wire diameter.
Where GI gabion boxes are commonly considered
- Retaining walls and embankment support where site conditions are not chemically aggressive
- Riverbank, stream and canal protection, subject to flow conditions and design
- Erosion control on slopes and around drainage structures
- Landscape and boundary walls
Service life depends on the coating, the water and soil chemistry, abrasion and exposure. We do not state a design life on this website; the designer or project authority should set the coating requirement for the actual site.
GI or PVC-coated: how to decide
| Consideration | GI (zinc-coated) | PVC-coated over zinc |
|---|---|---|
| Corrosion protection | Zinc coating on the wire | PVC layer over zinc-coated wire |
| Typical consideration | General civil applications | More demanding or aggressive environments |
| Cost | Usually lower per unit | Usually higher per unit |
| Decision basis | Project specification and site conditions | Project specification and site conditions |
This is a general comparison, not a design recommendation. See PVC-coated gabion boxes for the coated option.
Specifications to confirm
| Parameter | What to state in your enquiry | Our confirmed offering |
|---|---|---|
| Unit dimensions | Length x width x height per unit, in one consistent unit system, with the quantity of each size | To be confirmed |
| Mesh type | Woven (double-twisted hexagonal) or welded mesh, as required by the project specification | To be confirmed |
| Mesh opening | Opening size as given in the BOQ or drawing | To be confirmed |
| Wire diameter | Mesh wire, selvedge/edge wire and lacing wire diameters as specified | To be confirmed |
| Coating | Zinc (GI) or PVC-coated over zinc, with the coating requirement or standard named in your specification | To be confirmed |
| Diaphragms and accessories | Internal diaphragms, lacing wire, stiffeners, corner or connection items | To be confirmed |
| Zinc coating requirement | Coating requirement or standard named in your specification | To be confirmed |
Getting a quotation
- Share the specificationDimensions, mesh, wire, coating requirement and quantity.
- Confirm the scopeSupply only, or supply with installation labour.
- Provide the site detailsDelivery point, PIN code and unloading arrangements.
- Review the written quotationCheck inclusions, exclusions, taxes, validity and payment terms.
Enquiries from Maharashtra and the Pune region
If your project or delivery site is in Pune or elsewhere in Maharashtra, mention the exact location and PIN code in your quotation enquiry. Availability, logistics and timelines are confirmed for each site; enquiries from other states are also reviewed case by case.
Frequently asked questions
Is a GI gabion box suitable for my site?
That depends on the design, water and soil conditions and the specified coating. Check with your designer or consultant and share the specification in your enquiry.
Can I order only GI gabion boxes without installation?
Yes, state 'supply only' in the enquiry. Installation can be quoted separately through gabion labour supply.
Do you publish a GI gabion box price list?
No. Rates depend on size, wire, coating, quantity and destination, so they are quoted per enquiry.
Next step
Use the quotation form or contact page and include the drawing or BOQ, quantity, specification and site location. Where details are not final, say so - we will tell you what is needed to prepare a proper quotation.