Global Synthetics GS_049 Lacing Tool and C Rings
Product Information
The Global Synthetics ‘C’ ring fastening tools closes 38mm C rings effortlessly around gabion and mattress connection or selvedge wires. It is typically pneumatically driven for fast effective ring closure.
Applications
The ‘C’ rings are used to join and close gabions and rock mattresses as an alternative to traditional hand lacing with tiewire. C rings are available in Galfan® coating to suit Galfan® wire gabions and mattresses and in stainless steel for PVC coated units
Benefits
The pneumatically driven closing tool is the most popular due its ease of use and time saving. For small projects or when an air compressor may not be available or practical, please ask about our manual hand-operated tool option.
Features
The ‘C’ rings are collated with tape for rapid and easy handling and loading. The tips are blunt to limit injury. They are supplied in sealed cartons of 1,600 rings per carton.
Product Data Sheet
About Us
Leaders in Geosynthetics
Global Synthetics is a 100% Australian-owned company, proud to offer a complete range of high-quality geosynthethic products backed by over 200 years of combined staff experience in the industry. We have supplied products to some of the largest recent infrastructure works in Australia. Global Synthetics provides major benefits to any geotechnical engineering project with the right products and our technical expertise. Global Synthetics products are used in the following applications:
- Pavement Stabilisation
- Ground Improvement
- Soil Reinforcement and Retaining Structures
- Water Management
- Drainage Systems & Hydraulic Works
- Landfills
- Coastal Erosion Structures
CONTACT
Get in Touch
AUSTRALIA
- Website globalsynthetics.com.au
- Email info@globalsynthetics.com.au
- New South Wales (02) 9725 4321
- Victoria/Tasmania (03) 9791 1772
- Queensland (07) 3865 7000
- South Australia (08) 8384 8894
- Western Australia (08) 9459 4300
NEW ZEALAND
- Website globalsynthetics.co.nz
- Email info@globalsynthetic.com.nz
- Auckland 0800 510 120
- Christchurch 0800 510 120
All information provided in this publication is correct to the best knowledge of the company and is given out in good faith. The information presented herein is intended only as a general guide to the use of such products and no liability is accepted by Global Synthetics Pty Ltd for any loss or damage, however arising, which results either directly or indirectly from the use of such information. Global Synthetics Pty Ltd have a policy of continuous development so information and product specifications may change without notice. February 2025
FAQ
Q: What are the suggested ring quantities for different product types?
A: For Gabions with 1.0m width, it is suggested to use 40-50 rings per m3. For Rock Mattresses with 0.5m width, 15-18 rings per m2 are recommended.
Documents / Resources
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Global Synthetics GS_049 Lacing Tool and C Rings [pdf] Instruction Manual GS_049, GS_049 Lacing Tool and C Rings, Lacing Tool and C Rings, Tool and C Rings |