BIS Certification for Common Proofed Canvas / Tarpaulins IS 2089

BIS Certification for Common Proofed Canvas / Tarpaulins as per Indian Standard, IS 2089 guarantees that the products are of Indian standards in terms of strength, waterproofing, tear protection, and the overall quality of the product. The BIS license ensures that the tarpaulins are sound, compliant, and applicable for use in the long run in industries and commerce. 

Key Highlights of ISI Certification 

ISI Mark Certification is a quality assurance scheme awarded by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) to certify that a product is of Indian standard. The certification of IS 2089 will ensure that the canvas/tarpaulins are tested in laboratories that are recognized by BIS and that they are of the required technical, safety and performance standards.

BIS also conducts regular inspections on factories with regard to product quality. ISI-marked tarpaulins and canvas are common in the logistics, warehousing, construction, agriculture, and government programs in India. 

How ISI Certifications help your business

The main advantages of the ISI Mark Regulations that helps businesses are as follows:

1. Quality Assurance : Excellence Products comply with the standards of the IS 2089 regarding the strength, durability, water resistance, and tear resistance.
2. Legal Approval : It is illegal to manufacture, sell or import non-certified tarpaulins in India.
3. Industry Acceptance : Government initiatives, industrial purchasers and business users favor ISI certified tarpaulins.
4. Business Competitiveness : Certification assists in the government tenders, industrial contracts, and institutional procurement.

IS 2089 product standards

IS 2089 defines the needs of Common Proofed Canvas / Tarpaulins which guarantee the resistance to water, durability, and mechanical strength.

Key parameters include:

• Tear and tensile of the fabric.
• Waterproofness or water repelling functionality.
• Coating type, coating uniformity, and coating permanence.
• Needling and strength of seams.
• Marking, labeling and packaging requirements. 

IS 2089 will ensure a durable, safe and effective product. 

Essential documents for BIS application

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

Easy steps for BIS approval 

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. 

Timeline from application to BIS Approval

According to IS 2089, a BIS license for for canvas/tarpaulins 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  

What manufacturers prefer EVTL India ?

EVTL India is a leading BIS consultant for canvas/tarpaulins and offers end-to-end support for BIS Certification of IS 2089. Their certified staff takes care of documentation, submission in BIS portal, lab coordination, and preparation of the factory audit to ensure certification in a good time.

EVTL India assists the local and foreign manufacturers in ensuring compliance in the most effective manner, reducing the delays, and fulfilling the demanded standards of products ready to enter the market. 

Conclusion

The manufacturers and importers of Common Proofed Canvas / Tarpaulin are subject to certification by the BIS as per IS 2089 to be in a position to legally manufacture, sell, or import the product in India. Certification promotes product durability, safety, regulatory compliance, and market confidence.

EVTL India helps with the certification process in a professional manner, diminishing the length of time wasted in the process and giving you tarpaulins that are up to the standards of India. 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Is a Common Proofed Canvas/Tarpaulins BIS Certified?

Yes, the certification according to IS 2089 is required. 

2. Who is eligible to be registered for BIS?

Indian manufacturers or foreign manufacturers through Authorized Indian Representative (AIR). 

3. What are the tests performed by IS 2089?

The tests consist of tensile and tear strength, waterproofing, coating quality, seam strength and labeling verification.

4. Is the ISI Marking required post-certification?

Yes, the mark of ISI should be displayed on certified products in accordance with the IS 2089.

5. Are foreign manufacturer entitled to BIS Certification?

Yes, by a duly authorized representative of Indians.