For its structural stability, long durability, Gabions are widely used for the lining thorough treatment process. Gabion and the Reno mat has brought many unique benefits in channel lining for designers, engineers, contractors and Planning Division staff.

Unlike other "hard armor" need to install special filtration, gabion itself has permeability, drainage. Reno mat allows designers to predict rough value of channel foundation and embankment to make it more stable, enhancing its stability and ability to promote plant growth, reduce water infiltration , the most important is the stability of soil flow in .the channels. Channels were usually trapezoidal or rectangular. Trapezoidal channel edges have a certain slope. Reno mat is installed in the foot of the trapezoid, its corrosion resistance and wear resistance can protect the riverbed.

Rectangular channels are vertical or near vertical, mat placed at the bottom to prevent erosion, corrosion-resistant.
Gabion is common used in the river bed and sediment deposition areas, with wear resistance, can withstand water erosion. Device flexibility is the fundamental factors to protect the riverbed and slope protection.