The Pace for Efficient Progress | On-Site Progress Management
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. It was really hot today, wasn't it?! The moment you step out of the car, you get that "splash" feeling—summer is definitely here! Speaking of summer, it's about time they started serving it, don't you think?! We've started serving cold Chinese noodles! Just be careful—if you eat them too cold, it can be hard on your stomach and actually leave you feeling tired...
A Chance to Become a Mentor | Tips for Mentoring Junior Colleagues
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. Do you know what this is? It’s actually a load-bearing plate for a test anchor that’s still a work in progress. For now, I’m building it so that the center doesn’t buckle, but since it’s strictly for testing purposes, I’m designing it to accommodate the lower end of the soil bearing capacity range. As for the contact area, I’m trying to keep it as…
Shade Is by Far the Best | Heat Countermeasures for Slope Workers
Hi, everyone. It’s Enta here. I took a day trip to Nagano today lol. Well, it’s only a two-hour drive one way, so it’s not too bad, but my butt hurts from sitting in the car too long lol. It’s gotten to the point where I’m wondering if my butt’s getting pointy… Do I need one of those things with beads strung together like a taxi driver has? You know, that thing…
How to Use a Torque Wrench | Accurate Tightening Control
Hello, everyone. It’s Enta here. I just got an oil change! Before I knew it, I’d driven 7,000 km, and I figured it was definitely time (lol). That said, the manufacturer’s recommended mileage is actually higher, so it’s not really a problem, but since I want to keep driving this car for a long time, maintenance is a must. Maintenance is important for both the mind and the body…
Protecting Your Eyes from the Invisible | UV and Dust Control in the Construction Industry
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. Today, our crawler-type rotary percussion drill returned after a three-month absence. It’s a real help to be able to use a crawler for reverse-rotation drilling, isn’t it? It’s a hassle with a skid-mounted unit. Reverse-rotation drilling is really tough, isn’t it... But anyway, about the safety goggles…
How to Get a "Construction Performance Rating of 80 Points or Higher" with Utterly Easy Steps
Site Supervisors Who Earn High Scores on Construction Performance Evaluations The scores that public works contractors ultimately receive from the client (construction performance evaluations) are extremely important, as they not only lead to more contracts for the company but also serve as a track record for the individual site supervisor. An average score of 70–79 points…
Always Looking for Something New | A Slope Contractor’s Keen Sense of What’s New
Hello, everyone. It’s Enta here. The wind was really brutal today, wasn’t it? And it’s so cold! There’s only so much you can do to stay healthy, right?! I really wish it would just pick one or the other, lol. Anyway, moving on—there was an event today hosted by one of the companies we do business with, and I found something great there…
The Perfect Time to Get Heat Stroke Prevention Measures in Order | Summer Preparations in the Construction Industry
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. It kind of feels like the rainy season is just around the corner, doesn’t it? lol It’s starting to get muggy! Or something like that, lol. Be careful of heatstroke during this time of year, too!! I write about heatstroke every year, but it just doesn’t seem to get through to anyone! (lol) Our employees are the same—they just drink juice…
Who Buys Civil Engineering Products? | An Analysis of Target Markets
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. I apologize for the long delay in updating the blog; I know it’s been an inconvenience for all of you. It would be nice if things went a little more smoothly, but that’s not always the case, is it? Today, a representative from a certain manufacturer visited the construction site where we’re currently working…