Hello, everyone.
This is Enta.
Here's How to Remove Damaged Ground Anchors! (Part 1)
This is a continuation of my previous post.
How do you unload from the anchor head?
As for removing wedge-shaped and nut-shaped fasteners, the easiest and least expensive method is,
It's seared over a gas flame!
Or just turn off the gas!
People tend to think, “Whaaaaaaaaaaaat?!” but that’s actually the fastest and easiest way.
If you're using the wedge-type, please roast only the wedge as much as possible.
When tension is applied, the PC strand is pulled inward.
So the idea is to unload them one by one.
However, never stand directly in front of the unit while it is in use, and be sure to set up a safety barrier—such as a net—behind the anchor head in case of an emergency.
Also, with screw-type models, it’s possible that the screw might melt.
Regular gas cutting is fine, but use a Lancer or similar tool to completely melt through the nut itself.
That's what's commonly known as a "lancer," isn't it?
Its official name is the lance.
It has high heat, so it cuts through things effortlessly.
Plus, it stays pretty far away from the flame, so it's safe. (As you use it, it gets shorter and moves closer, lol.)
If I say this, people will probably say, “But what about safety?,” but there are various ways to implement safety measures, so...
I wonder if it would be okay to plan safety measures based on the assumption that we’ll be cutting with gas?
Unloading that much cargo is quite a challenge, after all.
I think it’s also important to sometimes take a bold approach to construction without spending too much.
See you later.
