Rush Projects Cost at Least 1.3 Times as Much as Normal Projects | Cost Analysis
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. What Is “Tokkan Construction”? | Meaning Used on Construction Sites “Tokkan construction” refers to construction work carried out at a breakneck pace, significantly shortening the normally required construction period and proceeding day and night, including on holidays. The term “tokkan” itself originated as military jargon during the Meiji era, meaning “to charge into enemy lines”…
Guidelines for Project Management of Temporary Ground Anchor Work (Retaining Wall Anchors)
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. I’m at a job site where we’re installing temporary anchors for the third time. We’ve been doing a lot of temporary anchor work lately. That’s right. Since we’ve recently started taking on urban civil engineering projects, the number of times we’ve been called in has gone up, lol. We have three temporary anchor projects lined up by next year. (Including those currently in progress…)
Let's Think About Connected Business | The Future of the Construction Industry
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. It really feels like fall now, and the weather has become much more pleasant. The next two months or so are going to be a great time of year. Work is insanely busy, but I’ve been thinking about trying my hand at some IoT stuff lately. That is, integrating our own…
Shortening Construction Time with Site-Specific Solutions | Flexibility
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. The elevation difference at the job site I started working at earlier this week is probably around 30 meters. I have to walk up a pilot road (a construction access road for heavy machinery) with a slope of just under 30 degrees, and it’s surprisingly tough, lol. I haven’t been going up and down much lately, so I’m getting out of breath more easily than I expected. I’m out of shape…
Test specimens for compression tests may be replaced once during the preliminary stage | Quality Control
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. Do you think chickens molt? LOL I’d never even considered that, but this article was really interesting! Be sure to check it out. Do chickens really molt!? Anyway, how many test specimens do you usually make at a time for strength testing? Normally, in the afternoon…
Understanding Target Values Makes Construction More Enjoyable | Numerical Management
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. My day off the other day went exactly as planned. Although I did end up having a pork bowl from Tokachi, which wasn’t on my schedule. Even on days off, making plans helps you really enjoy your time off. Actually, the same thing applies on the job site. It’s rare to find a foreman who’s actually aware of this…
Tips for Streamlining Your Workflow | How to Make Up for a Day Lost to a Typhoon
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. The typhoon has passed, but it wiped out a whole day’s worth of work, didn’t it? lol You’re probably wondering, “How are we going to make up for that day?” Of course, to make up for that day, should we work on Sunday? Or start about an hour and a half earlier each day, or work overtime to make up the time…
Site Supervisors Work for the Future | Checklist for Beginner Supervisors
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. Today’s blog post is a little late. Lately, as I’ve been out on site, I’ve gradually been getting back into the swing of things. And, of course, my fatigue is reaching its peak, haha. Mornings are tough… But anyway, let’s talk about on-site planning. When it comes to managing a project, it’s important…
How to Set Goals on the Job (Part 2) | The Obon Holiday and the Right Mindset
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. Are you on Obon break?? I imagine the site representatives from the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism probably aren’t getting much rest?? Thank you for your hard work. We’re also on Obon break here at our company. We’ll be closed until the 16th, so thank you for your understanding. P.S.: Regarding the bolt scale, the dedicated…