BIS Certification for Fire Resisting Filing Cabinets IS 14561: 2014

• Engineered to maintain the structural integrity
• Made from fire-resistant materials
• Designed to protect files from fire exposure
• Durable and long lasting

• Manufacturers (India)-Must get BIS certification if fire-safe file storage are covered under QCO.
• Foreign Manufacturers - Need certification to export the product to India.
• Importers/Brand Owners - Must ensure that the products are BIS certified before selling.
• Sellers/Distributors - Should only sell certified fire-retardant file cabinets.

• R (Required): Test must be conducted in the manufacturer’s in-house laboratory
• S (Subcontracting Allowed): Test can be conducted in a Bureau of Indian Standards-recognized or NABL-accredited external laboratory

• Material Compliance Check (S) - Ensures materials used comply with Clause 5 and relevant IS standards
• ISI Marked Material Verification (S)- Confirms certified raw materials are used with valid test certificates
• Material Quality Check (S) - Ensures proper grade and suitability of insulating and structural materials

• Construction Inspection (R) - Verifies cabinet structure as per Cl. 7.1 to 7.8
• Assembly Test (R) - Ensures proper assembly and fitting of cabinet components
• Workmanship Check (R) - Ensures defect-free fabrication and proper finishing
• Handle Strength Test (R) - Verifies durability and load-bearing capacity of handles

• Dimension & Tolerance Test (R) - Ensures compliance with specified sizes (Cl. 4, Table 1)
• Size Verification Test (R) - Confirms cabinet dimensions as declared
• Drawer Alignment Test (R) - Ensures proper fitting and movement of drawers

• Finish Inspection Test (R) - Ensures smooth and uniform surface finish
• Coating Thickness Test (R) - Verifies protective coating thickness (Cl. 10.2)
• Cross Hatch Adhesion Test (R) - Ensures coating adhesion strength (Cl. 10.3)

• Drawer Suspension Test (S) - Checks durability and smooth operation of drawers
• Latch Test (S) - Ensures locking and latching system strength
• Endurance Test (S) - Evaluates durability under repeated use conditions

• Fire Endurance Test (S) - Evaluates cabinet’s ability to withstand fire for specified duration (Cl. 11)
• Fire & Impact Test (S) - Checks resistance to fire exposure and physical impact
• Temperature Resistance Test (S) - Ensures internal temperature remains within safe limits
• Fire Protection Integrity Test (S) - Confirms no failure during fire exposure

• Drawer Operation Test (R) - Ensures smooth opening and closing of drawers
• Alignment & Fit Test (R) - Verifies proper alignment of cabinet components
• Locking Mechanism Test (R) - Ensures secure locking functionality
• Load Bearing Test (R) - Checks capacity of drawers and internal structure

• Surface Finish Inspection (R) - Ensures defect-free and smooth finish
• Visual Inspection Test (R) - Verifies overall appearance and build quality

• Batch Inspection Test (R) - Ensures consistency within control units (weekly production)
• Control Unit Verification (R) - Confirms compliance for cabinets of same type and fire rating
• Test Record Maintenance (R) - Ensures proper documentation of all tests

• Type Approval Fire Test (S) - Conducted during initial approval or design change
• Periodic Fire Test (S) - Conducted once every 4 years for each type and rating
• Fire & Impact Validation Test (S) - Ensures continued compliance of approved designs

The BIS certification process ensures that the fireproof storage units meet the required standards for proper and efficient operation. This process is set by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) and includes the following steps:

• Online Registration: Manufacturers register on the BIS Manak portal by submitting company, factory, and product details. Foreign manufacturers must appoint an Authorized Indian Representative (AIR).
• Testing at BIS-Approved Laboratory: Product samples are tested in BIS-approved laboratories for material safety, fire resistance performance and structural durability.
• Application Submission: The application is submitted along with test reports, technical documents, and factory details. Foreign manufacturers must also submit AIR-related documents.
• Factory Inspection: BIS officials inspect the manufacturing unit to verify the production process, safety measures, and quality control system.
• Grant of BIS License: If all requirements are met, BIS grants the certification license under Scheme-I.
• Use of ISI Mark: After approval, the manufacturer can use the ISI mark on the product with a CM/L number, confirming that the product meets BIS standards.