Elastic Displacement in Ground Anchor Suitability Tests | When Values Fall Outside the Upper and Lower Limits
Hello, everyone. It’s Enta here. I don’t have any actual work to do, but I’m doing some machine maintenance at the office lol. There aren’t many times throughout the year when I get to take machines apart like this. So, I’m taking full advantage of the opportunity to take them apart, replace the various gaskets, and check for oil leaks…
Tips for Spray-Applying Zabuton Frames | Leveling and Support Plate Strength
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. Sometimes we install cushion frames to level out unevenness in load-bearing plates. It’s quite a hassle, but as far as leveling goes, it’s definitely the way to go right now. Who knows what the future holds, though!? *grin* The assembly part isn’t that big of a deal…
Price List for Ground Anchor Drilling | Unit Prices by Soil Type
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. I was thinking about something while preparing a quote for anchors. Do you have a general idea of the cost estimates? I don’t, but since I keep a list of market unit prices, I can just check it—though there isn’t a list for ground anchors. Well…
A Young Drilling Machine Operator's Growth Journal | Second Drilling Site
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. The other day, I went out to a job site. One of our employees took a day off for personal reasons, so I went in as a replacement. I’m in charge of the plant (a ground anchor site). A young employee is working on his second job site as an operator. As I watched him drill, I thought, “He’s actually pretty good at this…”
Surface Tension and Capillary Action | Causes of Seepage After Grouting
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. February is coming to an end this week. Just like last year, March will be here before we know it. It’s the end of fiscal year 2016. Let’s stay focused and make sure we finish our work safely! On a different note, have you heard of capillary action? Capillary action on Wikipedia…
Safe Stripping of Prestressed Steel Strand | Using an Unbonded Sheath Cutter
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. Is the cold snap finally over? Anyway, we’re back to business as usual lol. By the way, how do you strip the insulation off PC steel wire? I’m guessing most people just use a utility knife. It’s actually pretty dangerous, isn’t it? It’s especially difficult for beginners. I want to cut…
Drilling Machines and Drilling Methods for Slope Anchoring Projects | Key Considerations for Selecting a Model
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. When performing slope stabilization work, anchor installation, and rebar insertion (rock bolting), there are many different drilling methods and machines available. Be sure to select the right machine and fully understand the different types before beginning construction. Also, there are cases where the design specifies a particular machine…
Rotary Percussion Cam Follower Maintenance | Fixing Play
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. As the end of the year approaches, things are getting busier and more hectic. Please be extra careful at work. But enough of that... The other day, a large rotary percussion machine was returned to us. When you shake the hammer section, it goes “ga…”
Anchor Installation Process: From Order Receipt to Start of Drilling
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. I’ve been in Yokohama and Tokyo for the past few days. Big cities really are amazing, lol. What I mean is, there are just so many people. It makes me wonder, “Are there really fewer people these days??” If there were just a few people walking around here, the slope engineers and anchor installers…