What Should the Future of Slope Maintenance Look Like? | Reflections on Coexistence
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. The cherry blossoms in Iwakura City are probably about 2 to 3 minutes into bloom today. This spring is still going strong, lol. But anyway... I’ve been thinking a lot lately: What should slope maintenance companies be like going forward? What kind of companies do you think will survive?…
How to Conduct Suitability Tests in Ground Anchor Construction (Part 2)
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. Today, I went to the Iwakura Cherry Blossom Festival again to help out the Chamber of Commerce—sort of? lol. Well, it’s still pretty much a “bud festival” at this point—only about 20% in bloom, so it’s not much to look at yet. I think the cherry blossoms will be at their peak sometime in the middle of this week or later. But the weather at the end of the week is… Anyway, moving on &n…
How to Conduct Suitability Tests for Ground Anchor Construction
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. I’d like to post two more popular articles about the ground anchor installation exam. They’re reposts from Ameblo, lol. But anyway, there’s something I’ve been wondering about for a long time, and I just can’t help but think, “This really is weird, isn’t it?” Ground…
Elastic Displacement in Ground Anchor Suitability Tests | When Values Fall Outside the Upper and Lower Limits
Hello, everyone. It’s Enta here. I don’t have any actual work to do, but I’m doing some machine maintenance at the office lol. There aren’t many times throughout the year when I get to take machines apart like this. So, I’m taking full advantage of the opportunity to take them apart, replace the various gaskets, and check for oil leaks…
Annual Health Checkups | Scope of Regular Employees
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. Do you get one once a year? lol A health checkup! While there’s no requirement for short-term employment, such as day labor, “full-time” workers—regardless of whether they’re regular employees, part-time workers, or casual workers—are required to undergo a health checkup immediately before or after being hired…
Survey on Trends in Miscellaneous Expenses and the Theory of a Mini Ice Age | The Future Direction of the Construction Industry
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. I posted on Twitter to the new hires at Terumi Club, saying, “Please come join the world of civil engineering!” Of course, I’d be happy if they joined us, but for the sake of the civil engineering industry as a whole, I hope they’ll go work for a general contractor or a local firm somewhere…
Is a Two-Day Weekend System Coming to the Construction Industry? | Stories of Day Laborers and Promotional Models
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. The other day, I was talking to the president of a manufacturing company I know, and he told me that they use “campaign girls” to promote their products. Well, basically, it’s just for show—they just stand there—but I…
Tips for Spray-Applying Zabuton Frames | Leveling and Support Plate Strength
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. Sometimes we install cushion frames to level out unevenness in load-bearing plates. It’s quite a hassle, but as far as leveling goes, it’s definitely the way to go right now. Who knows what the future holds, though!? *grin* The assembly part isn’t that big of a deal…
Double-Harness Setup, Part 2 | Red Lifeline Rope
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. It rained quite a bit in the Tokai region the other day. I guess this rain will make it warm up all at once. It’s an annual tradition, isn’t it? lol Anyway, moving on to the follow-up on the double-harness safety belt requirement—it’s been nearly nine months since the double-harness rule went into effect…