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What you didn’t know about Glass?

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Glass Manufacturing which started during ancient times was primarily used for decorative purposes. Soon glass has been an intricate part of our lives. A part from being a decorative object, it had applications in building construction, weapons, telecommunications, ammunition, automotive and transport etc. Demand for glass has been growing every day. We see usage of glass in every walk of life, right from packaging to tableware to interiors to fiber optics. Though there are many innovative usages of glass, the implications of breakage have always been a concern. Innovation in the glass industry majorly focused on making the glass safe and at the same time retain the flexibility towards decorativeness. In the process of evolution, different types of glass have found place in the market which served various purposes. In recent times, Glass has occupied a major market share with its usage in large constructions, interiors and high security units etc. Below are a few typical fe...

Are we buying a Safe Home?

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Buying our first home is a dream for many. We look for many properties, we look for preferred location with schools, colleges, hospitals, shopping areas etc.in a radius of 5 kilometers. We also ensure that we have the right neighbors around, our kids are safe in the area, if the premises provide a play area etc., But have we ever wondered if we are buying from a right seller? Does the building have proper permissions? Is the building safe to occupy? What Aspects we should look into, when buying an apartment? So, typically before buying an apartment or home, we have to look into few provisions laid down by the Government, especially with regards to safety aspects. Here are a few for our reference:   National Building Codes by BIS: When an apartment or a building is constructed in an urban/semi-urban area, the builder is expected to follow a few norms laid out by the National Building Codes. The National Building Codes 2016 gives a detailed picture on the ...