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Material classification

1. Material classification Storage type (based on vulnerability to environment and theft) In open to sky space – exposure to rain, wind etc. (e.g. Sand, aggregate, reinforcement) In Covered or shaded area – exposure to wind, protected from rain (e.g. tiles, wooden frames etc.) In Covered or shaded area with protect covering and base (e.g. cement, lapi etc) In enclosed space fully protected from outside atmosphere (e.g. wire, hardware, CP fittings

2. Material types (material science grouping) Metals (Steel, alum, copper etc) Ceramics (sand, cement, aggregates