Explaining the Difficulty of Explaining
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. With the ground anchor tensioning method, relaxation and creep stabilized during the load-holding period. When we shortened the load-holding period, the government agency asked why we did that. It’s written in the tensioning plan, and it’s also in the construction standards. …
Here are three methods for adjusting unevenness during backfilling by rebar installers
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. How do you handle the back surface when inserting rebar? Whether you’re installing rebar or ground anchors, whenever there’s an uneven surface, you generally smooth it out and install a pressure plate. The reason is that otherwise, the pressure won’t be effectively transferred to the natural ground…
What on Earth Are ME and SAAM? (Can I See Things Now That I Couldn't See Before!?)
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. There’s something that’s been on my mind lately. It’s ME and SAAM! Have you heard of them? Apparently, ME stands for “Maintenance Expert.” SAAM is SAAM…
What on earth is 1,230 kg of cement slurry?!
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. What Is the Mix Design for Cement Slurry? | A W/C Ratio of 50% Is the Standard for Slope Stabilization Work. To begin with, cement slurry is a paste-like grout made by mixing cement powder and water. In slope stabilization work, it is used in ground anchor work, rock bolt work, rebar insertion work…
"Ask Enta-san" has been updated on Isabou Net! The Final Installment of "Drilling"
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. The other day, there was an update on Isabou Net. It’s the “Teach Me, Enta-san” section on the banner on the right of Isabou Net lol. This was supposed to be the final installment. It was freezing cold, but everyone did their best while shivering. &nbs…
What criteria should be used to determine the spray thickness on a vegetation substrate?
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. I’m sure you’ve all measured soil hardness in vegetation engineering projects before; that measurement is used to determine the spray thickness. I received a question the other day asking, “Isn’t it strange to change the spray thickness for a single site based on soil hardness!?” So, the government agency is looking into the hardness…
Use handy tools to automate tasks so you don’t have to think about them—boost your efficiency and head home early!
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. What do you think of this photo? lol This is the job site. lolol If only the weather were better, it would be the perfect job site! I think our technical intern from Nepal will be really happy. Since he’s from a landlocked country, the ocean seems to really “get him going.” ^^ This year…
Points to Keep in Mind for Practice Exams
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. I’m getting hammered by pollen, lol. But anyway, are you practicing for the exam? Even though the current format has been established for over 30 years now, I can’t help but wonder, “What’s the point of practicing for the exam?” Well, depending on the region, the type of sand (fine aggregate)…
The only way to alleviate anxiety about construction management is to thoroughly study the standard specifications and technical manuals!
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. Have you ever created a construction plan? If you’re a subcontractor at the second tier or lower, you rarely get to see these plans, do you? Ideally, all subcontractors should be familiar with the construction plan. The reason for this is that the foundation of construction lies in the construction plan…