Calibration of Sand Weighing Devices | Basics of Measurement Calibration
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. I’m making good progress on repairing the mixer. The mixer’s lid tends to wear out pretty quickly. That’s because it’s constantly exposed to cement and water, so it corrodes rapidly. So, I decided, “I’m going to make sure this part doesn’t rust!” and applied a zinc coating to a 3.2mm steel plate…
Tips for Measuring Flow Rates | Why You Should Aim for Around 14 Seconds
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. It’s gradually getting hot and humid, isn’t it? If you start taking measures against the heat around this time, you’ll be able to get through the summer without overexerting yourself. Preparation is key! But enough of that… In quality control, there’s a management item called “flow rate measurement.” Basically…
Drastically Reduce Capping Work on Test Specimens | Reclaim Supervisors’ Time with Unbonded Capping
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. Lately, I’ve had a string of drinking parties, and I’m really not in the mood for more lol. To be honest, I’m not that big of a drinker—I never have a nightcap or anything like that. I don’t even keep shochu or beer at home. Well, I am from Kyushu, after all, but I don’t really drink that much…
Correlation Between Air Content, Slump, and Discharge Rate in Shotcrete
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. Things are really starting to get hectic now that Golden Week is over. The equipment maintenance is finally wrapping up smoothly. Starting today, I’ll be taking apart the motor on the squeeze pump to investigate the source of the unusual noise. That’s because I’ve been swamped with office work and need a change of pace…
How to Conduct Suitability Tests in Ground Anchor Construction (Part 2)
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. Today, I went to the Iwakura Cherry Blossom Festival again to help out the Chamber of Commerce—sort of? lol. Well, it’s still pretty much a “bud festival” at this point—only about 20% in bloom, so it’s not much to look at yet. I think the cherry blossoms will be at their peak sometime in the middle of this week or later. But the weather at the end of the week is… Anyway, moving on &n…
How to Conduct Suitability Tests for Ground Anchor Construction
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. I’d like to post two more popular articles about the ground anchor installation exam. They’re reposts from Ameblo, lol. But anyway, there’s something I’ve been wondering about for a long time, and I just can’t help but think, “This really is weird, isn’t it?” Ground…
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…
Recommended Core Bases | Introducing a Prototype from the Slope Construction Specialist
Hello, everyone. It’s Enta here. It’s suddenly gotten quite warm. Things have settled down a bit at work, so everyone’s back from the job site, and we’re doing things like maintaining the machinery, painting, and cleaning out the sludge. We’re even washing the cars—just taking it easy. lol As for me, Enta…
Sprayed Mortar for Spring Water Control | Dealing with Groundwater and Joints in Natural Rock
Hi everyone, this is Enta. Due to a staff shortage, I’m mixing grout at the plant. It’s tough being back on a job site after so long, lol. My body’s really out of shape. I’ll do my best not to be a burden to the staff, lol. With that said, we’re currently hiring. Experienced construction managers, beginners…