BIS Certification for Cladding Films for Greenhouse IS 15827

BIS certification for Cladding Films for Greenhouse under IS 15827 ensures greenhouse cladding films meet required physical, optical, mechanical, and durability standards, making them safe, reliable, and suitable for long-term use in Indian climatic conditions. 

ISI Mark Certification explained

The ISI Mark Certification is a quality assurance mark that has been given through the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). It verifies that cladding films have been examined and confirmed to comply with the mandates in IS 15827. The ISI mark is an indication of safety as well as the quality and performance standards of products set by the Indian standards.

The ISI mark also provides consistency in the manufacturing process by providing regular inspection of the factory and sample testing. This certification provides better buyer confidence and is obligatory for manufacturers and importers of greenhouse cladding films in India. 

Significance of BIS Certification

The major significance of ISI Certification for Cladding Films for Greenhouses is: 

1. Quality Assurance : Conformity to the IS 15827 of parameters like thickness, tensile strength, light transmission and UV stability, and longevity.
2. Legal Compliance :  It is not allowed to manufacture, import, or sell uncertified greenhouse films in India.
3. Credibility in the market : Farmers, agribusinesses, and government agencies have high confidence in the films with ISI-marked greenhouses.
4. Business Growth : Certification allows them to take part in government tenders and large agricultural and horticultural projects.

Key Technical Specifications of IS 15827

IS 15827 is an Indian Standard that has been established by BIS that defines the quality, performance, and testing requirements of the greenhouse cladding films. The standard sets standards of mechanical properties, optical performance, weather resistance, packaging, marking, and labeling to guarantee dependable performance of the product during its use.

To obtain BIS (ISI Mark) certification, compliance with IS 15827 is compulsory and enables the manufacturers and importers to legally manufacture, sell, and distribute greenhouse cladding films in India. 

Documents you need for BIS registration

The following documents are necessary for Domestic Manufacturers:

1. List of raw material
2. Layout plan of the factory premises
3. List of testing equipment as per the Indian standard
4. Quality Control (QC) Personnel Details (Education degree and Aadhaar card)
5. GST
6. Authorized Person Aadhar & Pan Card
7. MSME
8. Electricity Bill
9. Email Address & Permanent Contact Number
10. Office Address
11. Factory Address
12. Copy of Partnership Deed / MOA (for Private Limited Co.)
13. Premises document / Rent Agreement
14. List of Manufacturing Machinery  

The following documents are necessary for Foreign Manufacturers:

1. Checklist for Application
2. Copy of Swift Remittance
3. Duly Filled Application Form
4. Copy of Business License
5. List of Machinery
6. List of Raw Material
7. Test certificate of Raw Material
8. List of Testing Equipment
9. Calibration certificate of Test Equipment
10. Process Flowchart
11. Layout Plan
12. Location Plan (Route Map)
13. Details of Technical Personnel
14. Qualification of QC
15. Copy of Certification of Product and/ System
16. Factory Test Report  
17. Agreement with AIR
18. Aadhar Card of AIR
19. AIR Nomination Form
20. Educational Degree of AIR
21. Undertakings
22. Scope of License

BIS Approval Procedure  

There are two key procedures to get your BIS license: Simplified and Normal.

Simplified Procedure

The steps involved in the simplified procedure are:

1. Document Collection : All the necessary KYC and technical documents are collected in order to start the BIS application without problems.
2. BIS Portal Registration : The license application is processed by the manufacturer being registered on the official portal of BIS.
3. Pre-Testing of Samples : Before submission, product samples are tested in a BIS authorized laboratory.
4. In-House Lab Requirement : Depending on the product, an internal laboratory facility might be necessary according to the BIS requirements.
5. BIS Review & Clarifications : BIS examines the submissions of documents and test reports and may request clarification.
6. BIS Audit at Factory : The audit of the product samples carried out by the BIS inspectors is done at the factory. 
7. Timely Audit Completion : The audit, inspection and sample collection are conducted within 17 days of the application submission along with the EVTL India engineer.
8. EVTL India Engineer- Factory Inspection : The BIS auditor and an engineer at EVTL India undertake a proper inspection at the factory.
9. Independent Collection of Samples : The BIS auditor draws samples to be tested by the post-audit.
10. Sample Testing at BIS Lab : BIS sealed samples are sent to BIS laboratories, and the BIS department pays the price of testing.
11. Grant of BIS License : Upon satisfactory document inspection, testing and audit, ISI license is issued. 

Normal Procedure

The steps involved in the normal procedure are:

1. Submit Documents : Firstly, it is required to submit all the KYC and technical documentation to start the BIS application.
2.  Plan In-House Laboratory and Technical Proposal : Prepare an internal lab in case necessary and prepare all technical documentation.
3. Ready Factory Test Report (FTR) : Carry out in-house tests and document the FTR to demonstrate that the product is to the standards.
4. Submit Application & Fees : Includes your BIS application and the amount of fees necessary by the government.
5. BIS Audit : An audit of documents and processes at a BIS takes place within 3 weeks.
6. EVTL India Engineer Factory Inspection : BIS auditor inspects the factory with an EVTL India engineer to make sure that everything is in order. 
7. Sample Collection & Sealing : The BIS auditor picks samples randomly, puts them into a sealed sample and forward the sample to a BIS authorized lab to be tested.
8. License Approval : After the lab tests of the sample are passed-on, BIS issues the ISI license, and your product is certified and market-ready. 

Approval Timeline for BIS Certification

According to IS 15827, a BIS license for Cladding Films of Greenhouse is expected to take:

For Simplified Procedure (Indian manufacturers)

Average 40-45 days

For Normal procedure  

• For Indian Manufacturers : 50-60 days
• For International Manufacturers : Approximately 180 days  

Why EVTL India is the preferred consultant

EVTL India will be a reputable BIS Consultant for Cladding Films of Greenhouse as per IS 15827. The company provides full end-to-end support, such as the preparation of documents, management of the BIS portal, coordination of product testing, and support of factory audits.

EVTL India assists both foreign and Indian manufacturers to reduce or eliminate delays, ensure compliance with regulations, and be BIS certified in the most efficient way. 

Conclusion

According to IS 15827, manufacturers and importers of Cladding Films of Greenhouse should acquire BIS Certification before selling or distributing the products in India. The certification will guarantee the quality of products, their longevity, compliance with the regulations, and a greater level of trust in the agricultural market.

The manufacturers are capable of making the process of BIS certification for Cladding Films of Greenhouse a lot easier with the help of EVTL India who know how to make the process of the certification successful and make sure that their greenhouse cladding films are always up to the standards in India. 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Does BIS require cladding films to be used in green house?

Yes, BIS certification according to the IS 15827 is mandatory in India. 

2. Who is eligible to BIS Certification as per IS 15827?

Indian manufacturers are also eligible as well as foreign manufacturers using an Authorized Indian Representative (AIR).

3. What tests are performed in accordance with the IS 15827?

Tests are characterized by thickness, tensile strength, light transmission, UV stability, durability and marking/labeling requirements.

4. Is it possible to get the ISI Certification for cladding films for greenhouse by foreign manufacturers?

Yes, it is possible through the application with an Authorized Indian Representative who is duly appointed.

5. Is ISI Marking compulsory after certification?

Yes, the ISI mark should be stamped on certified greenhouse cladding films in compliance with the IS 15827.