Giussani GEL: a key ally for the protection of vineyards against hail storms

Climate change is disrupting natural balance, bringing with it an increase in extreme weather events, including more hail storms. For vine growers, these intense - though often brief - events can be a real nightmare, causing extensive damage and putting the entire crop at risk.

Why is hail dangerous to vineyards?

Hail can damage vineyard branches and trunks, creating entry points for fungal and bacterial diseases. As leaves tear, plants will also experience reduced photosynthesis and stunted growth. Fruits and shoots can break or bruise, compromising the entire harvest and the quality of the final product. Additionally, there are significant increases in expenses for labor, phytosanitary treatments, and plant replacement.

For this reason, it is essential to have adequate hail protection systems, such as hail nets that must be securely fastened. This is where the wire accessories offered by Giussani GEL come into play.

How to protect vineyards from hail with Giussani GEL wire products

Giussani GEL, already well-known in the agricultural sector thanks to its U-bolts used by leading international agricultural machinery brands, is expanding its reach to orchards and vineyards. An expansion driven by collaborating directly with vine growers and vineyard designers. A key component of Giussani GEL's vineyard division is its range of accessories for anti hail nets. These products are made from high-quality materials, ensuring safety, reliability, and ease of installation. By using these accessories, vine growers can effectively protect their crops from hail damage, preserving the quality and quantity of their harvests.



•  Fixing pins for anti-hail nets: made of 302 stainless steel or pre-galvanized iron, they connect various anti-hail nets, ensuring solid and durable vineyard coverage. These accessories are available in 2.5 mm diameter x 170 mm width, or different sizes upon request.

•  Threaded eyelets for hail net pole covers: eye bolts made of cold-galvanized 360 iron. They provide an additional anchorage point for the pole covers, increasing the security of the entire structure.

•  Square U-bolts for hail net pole covers: also made of cold-galvanized 360 iron U-bolts, with a diameter of 8 mm. These accessories allow fastening the 9x9 posts of anti-hail systems, ensuring structural stability even against strong winds or snow.

•  Square U-bolts brackets: made of hot-dip galvanized 360 iron, with a diameter of 8 mm, they are ideal for fastening the anchor wires of anti-hail systems. They are also available in assembly kits, which can be combined with a hot-dip galvanized structural iron plate (3 mm thick, 40 mm high x 130 mm wide). They can fit different pole sections and ensure a solid and versatile installation.

Giussani GEL goes Green: from the green heart of Northern Italy

In an increasingly uncertain climate, protecting vineyards from hail is a crucial investment for the safety and profitability of any farm. Giussani GEL not only prioritizes environmental protection, but also embeds sustainability as a core value in its corporate philosophy. Key initiatives include: meticulous waste management in every department; a geothermal energy system that utilizes renewable energy from the subsoil to heat offices and power production processes; a photovoltaic system that generates clean, sustainable energy (significantly reducing CO2 emissions); a no-gas heat pump system for a healthy and environmentally friendly heating solution for office spaces.

For more information about Giussani GEL products and customized solutions for vineyard protection and viticulture, visit the company's online stand and connect with the team of experts through the contact details available on the page.