Basic Tests for Measuring Circumferential Friction Resistance (τ) in Ground Anchor Construction (Part 4): Soil Bearing Capacity
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. The other day, my flip phone broke, so I got a new one, but my contact list got wiped out lol. Because of that, I lost almost all my phone numbers. If you need to call me, it would really help if you could tell me your company name and your name whenever possible…
Basic Tests for Measuring Circumferential Friction Resistance (τ) in Ground Anchor Construction (Part 3): Soil Bearing Capacity
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. Basic Tests for Measuring Circumferential Friction Resistance (τ) in Ground Anchor Construction (Part 1) Basic Tests for Measuring Circumferential Friction Resistance (τ) in Ground Anchor Construction (Part 2): Bearing Capacity Since the last post, we’ve been moving away from the topic of circumferential friction. This time…
Using different bits makes a huge difference in drilling speed (hand drilling)
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. What kind of bits do you use when operating a rock drill? Well, if you think about it, it’s usually either a cross bit or a carbide bit (flat), right? Cross bits are the most common. Another common type is the carbide bit. …
Designs that don't take construction into account cause headaches for contractors
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. Earlier this year, I went to a construction site to review and verify the design. I was told that they would be using concrete bearing plates instead of standard ones. That in itself isn’t a problem. The reason is that, due to the lack of soil bearing capacity, large bearing plates are necessary…
We strongly recommend conducting tests to measure circumferential friction resistance before starting this project!
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. The other day, we conducted a basic test for rebar insertion workers. This test checks whether the designed circumferential friction can be achieved, and since the formwork has already been installed, the test is being conducted within the formwork. Well, that’s just the way it is, so we’ll go ahead with the test…
If the ground doesn't have sufficient bearing capacity, the load will be transferred elsewhere.
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. How did the typhoon treat you? There’s been damage in various areas, but since the ground is still unstable, let’s be extra careful as we work. But anyway, if the ground doesn’t have enough bearing capacity… You hear people talk about “ground bearing capacity” a lot on job sites, right? Like, “It’s sinking because the ground doesn’t have enough bearing capacity”…