Leave the Paperwork to AI! Using AI from a Slope Construction Specialist’s Perspective
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. Lately, I’ve been using AI to create calculations and plans. As I mentioned briefly before, I’m also automating the stability calculations for scaffolding using AI so they can be done automatically. (I’m still just using it for personal purposes.) I think I’ll be able to release it soon, so it’ll be easier…
The Construction Industry as Seen Through Beauty Salons and Barbershops
Hello, everyone. It’s Enta here. The other day, I went to get a haircut. (I do this every month, lol.) The barbershop I always go to is an old-school place run by just one guy, and while he was cutting my hair, we got to chatting about all sorts of things—and the conversation ended up having a lot in common with the construction industry, lol. “…
The Shift from “Foreign Workers Are Fine” to “Foreign Workers Are Better”
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. I’d like to write about something that’s been on my mind lately. This is the reality of “Japanese and foreign workers” as seen from the perspective of construction sites and management. While various opinions are flying around on X and the internet, I’d like to share my thoughts as someone actually working on the front lines…
I Tried Measuring the Limit of Packer Pressurization! (Part 2)
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. Last time, I talked about packer pressure. I measured the maximum pressure the packer can handle! What I learned from this experiment was that raising the pressure above 0.2 MPa is pointless because the packer’s fabric weaves open. At pressures above 0.2 MPa, the cement…
Don't get scammed by companies posting job listings on flashy social media sites!
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. Haven’t you been seeing a lot of ads from construction companies on Instagram lately? “We’re working on sites like this!” “We work with colleagues like this!” “Our young employees are really making their mark!” They sure look glamorous, don’t they? lol But don’t be fooled by this. If you’re thinking of changing jobs…
Rechargeable batteries that must never be used on site!
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. Today I’ve got a really scary story. Makita batteries are used by tons of people—not just on slope-construction sites, but at civil engineering and construction sites in general. Are you Team Makita or Team Hi-Koki? Which side are you on? If you don’t know this, it could cause a fire on the job site. Seriously. The batteries I bought online…
To Those of You Who Lack Taste! (Part 2)
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. To Those of You Who Lack Good Taste! (Part 1) This is a continuation of my previous post, “To Those of You Who Are Told You Lack Good Taste (Part 1).” How can you hone your professional instincts? The answer is simple. Put in the volume. That’s all there is to it. Do more than anyone else…
Regarding the Revision of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism’s Cost Estimation Standards (Part 2)
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. This is a continuation of my last post. Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism / Revision of Cost Estimation Standards, Increase in General Administrative Expense Rates / Expansion of Measures Against Extreme Heat, Complete Abolition of the Two-Day Weekend Supplement. Don’t you just think, “Who cares about all this complicated stuff!?” when it comes to this series!? Well, this is where I really want to get to the point, lol. Probably…
To Those of You Who Lack Taste! (Part 1)
Hello, everyone. It’s Enta here. I’m Enta, and I’m going through hell because of pollen... Isn’t this year’s pollen season terrible?? When the wind is strong, I really don’t want to go outside... But anyway... Have you ever been told, “You have no taste!”? Especially after doing something...