NEW OR ALTERNATIVE MATERIALS IN CONSTRUCTION

Any such material may be approved for the purpose, provided it is established that the material is satisfactory for the purpose intended. The Authority take into account the following parameters, as applicable to the concerned new or alternative building material:

1. Requirements of the material specified/ expected in terms of the provisions given in the standards on its usage, including its applicability in geo-climatic condition.
2. General appearance.
3. Dimension and dimensional stability.
4. Structural stability including strength properties.
5. Fire safety.
6. Durability.
7. Thermal properties.
8. Mechanical properties.
9. Acoustical properties.
10. Optical properties.
11. Biological effect.
12. Environmental aspects.
13. Working characteristics.
14. Ease of handling.
15. Consistency and workability.
16. UV resistance; and
17. Toxicity

For establishing the performance of the material/ component, laboratory/field tests, and field trials, as required, and study of historical data are recommended.

For sampling and frequency of tests for new or alternate materials, similar product standards shall be referred to.

The manufacturer/supplier shall satisfy himself that materials conform to the requirements of the specifications and if requested shall supply a certificate to this effect to the purchaser or his representative.

When such test certificates are not available, the specimen of the material shall be tested to determine the performance satisfaction as per intended purpose.

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