| IS 4031 |
Methods of Physical Tests for Hydraulic Cement |
Used to determine fineness, setting time, compressive strength etc. of cement |
| IS 2645 |
Specification for Integral Waterproofing Compounds |
Used in concrete/mortar to improve waterproofing properties |
| IS 2542 (Part I) |
Methods of Test for Preformed Fillers for Expansion Joints |
Test procedures for compressibility, recovery, and extrusion |
| IS 1727 |
Methods of Test for Pozzolanic Materials |
Tests for physical and chemical properties of pozzolans |
| IS 5513 |
Specification for Vicat Apparatus (includes dash pot for gentle needle movement) |
Used to determine setting time and consistency of cement; dash pot facilitates gentle levering of needles |
| IS 712 |
Specification for Building Limes |
Standards for various types of lime used in construction |
| BS 12 |
British Standard for Ordinary Portland Cement |
Defines OPC composition and strength requirements |
| IS 146 |
Likely early OPC specification (possibly IS 269) |
OPC-related; verify applicable version |
| IS 915 |
Specification for Clay Roofing Tiles – Mangalore Pattern |
Used in traditional roof systems in coastal/rainy areas |
| IS 1370 |
Specification for OPC 33 Grade |
General purpose cement for low-strength construction |
| IS 4027 |
Specification for Timbering of Trenches |
Guidelines for trench support systems during excavation |
| IS 4246 |
Specification for Flexible PVC Pipes |
Used in plumbing, conduit wiring, and drainage |
| IS 4248 |
Glossary of Terms Relating to Cement Concrete |
Provides standard terminology in concrete industry |
| AASHO T 129 |
Moisture-Density Relations of Soils (Proctor Test) |
Soil compaction test for highways and roadwork |
| ASTM E131 |
Terminology Relating to Molecular Spectroscopy |
Used in material analysis using spectroscopy |
