Communicating Effectively | Communication in the Construction Industry
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. I went to check out the job site where I’m scheduled to start work this month. It’s a temporary anchor project. So, they’re currently driving sheet piles, but there’s a discrepancy with the original estimate!! The issue is who’s responsible for drilling holes in the sheet piles during the drilling process…
Why Do Cracks Form in Mortar? (Part 6) | Experimental Analysis
Hello, everyone. It’s Enta here. It’s starting to get cold here on Honshu, too, isn’t it? I mean, it is November 1st, after all. I’m still in my 40s, but I’ve been feeling the cold more easily lately, lol. Young people say they don’t feel cold, so maybe it’s because your body temperature drops a bit as you get older?? I’m staying warm by layering up and wearing thermal underwear. By the way…
Starting a Business in the Construction Industry (Slope Stabilization) (Part 2) | Licenses and Permits
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. I went to Kobe a few days ago, and today I’m at the warehouse. I’m completely exhausted after two full days of intensive training. It really made me realize that studying is always important. I’ll need to review the material once I get back, too. Studying is really tough, but I’m doing it with my future in mind!…
Starting a Business in the Construction Industry (Slope Stabilization) (Part 1) | Startups
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. I’ve been in Kobe for the past few days. I’m here for a little study. Since it’s always important to keep learning, I’m taking a two-day intensive course. Let’s give it our all today, too! But anyway, regarding the recent article on the “God of Construction”—the article on the God of Construction…
Why Do Cracks Form in Mortar? (Part 5) | Summary of Countermeasures
Hello, everyone. It’s Enta here. I’ve just returned from Hokkaido and have started a new development project. It’s something I’d definitely want if it existed, but it doesn’t exist yet lol. For now, I’m starting to build it using cardboard and 3D CAD. I’ll let you know when it’s done. But anyway… Crackshi…
Why Do Cracks Form in Mortar? (Part 4) | Mixing and Application Defects
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. I’m really enjoying autumn here on Honshu lol. Please make sure to take good care of yourselves, too. But enough of that—let’s get back to the Crack Series. In the previous posts, we covered: 1. Spraying during the hottest part of the day; 2. The rock lines were clearly visible on both the rock and dirt sections; 3. Overhangs…
I Decided to Quit While Washing the CEO’s BMW! The Pros and Cons of Starting My Own Business in the Construction Industry
The Truth About Starting Your Own Business in the Construction Industry If you search for terms like “independence” or “starting a business” online, you’ll find articles with useful information and interesting stories, but most of them are written by white-collar workers. They talk about how happy they are to be able to eat whatever they want whenever they want, or to work whenever they want…
Why Do Cracks Form in Mortar? (Part 3) | Temperature Changes
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. The office is absolutely packed with machines—it’s a total mess… It looks like it’s going to take a while to clean up and get everything in order… But enough of that. This post is another installment in the “Crack” series. In the previous posts, we covered: 1. Spraying during periods of extremely high temperatures, and 2. Areas with rock and soil…
Why Do Cracks Form in Mortar? (Part 2) | Drying Shrinkage
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. Today, since the machinery is coming back, I’m organizing and tidying up the warehouse. If I’d kept up with this regularly, I wouldn’t be in this situation… From now on, I plan to assign specific storage locations for everything. But anyway, why do cracks form in mortar? (Part 1)…