Using That Flow Cone Thing | Tips for Measuring Flow Rates
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. On Sunday, I went to the Patagonia Outlet in Sapporo! When you think of Patagonia, it has a reputation for being pretty high-end and expensive, right? (It’s super cheap overseas, lol.) But since it’s an outlet, the prices are actually pretty reasonable. I bought a down vest. Right now…
Machinery Problems on Site and the Cold in Hokkaido | Construction in Cold Climates
Hello, everyone. It’s Enta here. Just when I was thinking, “I’m going to wrap this up early today~,” the casing broke (lol) (It actually broke the other day, lol). To top it off, a hydraulic hose burst too (lol) (The hose on the chuck burst.) When you’re working on a job site for a long time, things like that happen…
On-Site Guidelines | Metrics for Construction Speed and Quality
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. The other day, I was so close to drilling four 23-meter holes—lol. I have to be present for every single one, but I don’t get there until just before 10:00 a.m. If only I didn’t lose that much time… But there’s no point in saying that, so I’ll just keep doing my best! Life is always a learning…
Soil Types Requiring Thorough In-Bore Testing | Drilling and Soil Classification
Hello, everyone. It’s Enta here. The other day, my Swivel cleaning adapter broke lol. Man, it’s such a beautiful autumn day~ lol. When things get that bad, take a breather and think carefully about your next move! I had ordered a spare, so I managed to get by this time. As expected, quasi…
Safety Boots with Shin and Toe Guards | Foot Protection for Construction Sites
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. Great news for anchor installers! I found these work boots!! Aren’t they amazing!? They come with shin guards. Plus, the instep is protected, and the toes have steel toes!! Lately, there are even general contractors who say instep protection is a must for anchor installers…
Why Vegetation Engineering Isn't Recommended in the Height of Summer and the Dead of Winter | The Best Time for Landscaping
Hello, everyone. It’s Enta here. It’s kind of a bummer—there aren’t many people around, but my workload just keeps piling up… I’ve been trying to get referrals from contractors I know, but they all seem to be swamped… To be honest, I don’t really have that many connections in the industry, lol. I do know a few people who work on slope stabilization, but honestly…
This Is What Happens If You Let Your Guard Down During Anchor Work | Accident and Failure Case Studies
Hello, everyone. It’s Enta here. I messed up, lol. In my blog post the other day, I meant to write a reminder to myself not to let my guard down… but lol, I ended up letting my guard down anyway, lol. Knowing your target values makes the work even more fun. Well, I even managed to drill two holes with plenty of time to spare this morning…
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…
How Entertainment Industry Professionals Spend Their Days Off | Estimates, Construction Plans, and Professional Massages
Hello, everyone. It’s Enta here. It seems like we’ve been getting a lot of typhoons this year. Thanks to that, my weekend is ruined… I find myself thinking, “Why does it have to be the weekend?!” but if it came during the week, I’d be working on the weekend, lol. Well, I guess it doesn’t really matter either way. I work in an industry where I have to ask, “Is this three-day weekend for real??” (…