BIS Certification for Plastic Float Valve IS 12234

The plastic products of a float valve can be registered only under BIS only if they fulfil the set standards of the material quality, dimensions, pressure resistance, leakage performance, and labelling. Once certified, manufacturers may legally produce, market and sell their products in India. 

Understanding the ISI Mark Certification

Plastic Float Valves are covered in Indian Standard IS 12234, which defines their quality and safety standards. The standard outlines the good quality of material, size, mechanism, capability of working at a certain pressure, sealing, and longevity.

IS 12234 certified products are very reliable and perform well. Manufacturers that comply with these requirements are allowed to use the ISI Mark which guarantees final consumers the safety, efficiency and regulatory compliance of the valve. 

Advantages of BIS Approval to your products

BIS Certification offers a number of advantages to Plastic Float Valves:

1. Better Quality :   Makes sure that it meets the requirements of IS 12234 and lowers the level of defective or unsafe valves.
2. Legal Obedience : Permits production and sale in India; invalidated products can be punished.
3. Market Credibility : ISI-marked valves are trusted by the contractors, distributors and governmental organizations.
4. Competitive Advantage : Certified products have the advantage in tender, institutional procurement and exporting.
5. Standardized Performance:  Uniform material and production will result in long-lasting, leak-free service. 

An Overview of Indian Standard IS 12334?

IS 12234 provides quality and safety requirements of Plastic Float Valves. It provides specifications of material type, size, pressure rating, sealing efficiency and mechanical strength to facilitate good performance and durability.

The standard also establishes the standards of packaging, labelling, and marking to handle safety, compliance with regulations, and the integrity of the product. One needs to comply with IS 12234 to have BIS Certification and the ISI Mark.

Checklist for BIS Registration document

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

How to get BIS approval in easy steps

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. 

BIS License processing timeline

According to IS 12234, the approximate schedule of BIS License for Plastic Float Valve is: 

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 guidance does EVTL India provide for BIS Certification?

EVTL India assists manufacturers on the BIS Certification process by advising them on the compliance of the IS 12234. EVTL India is a BIS and ISI Consultant for Plastic Float Valve that facilitates documentation and lab coordination in order to submit it to the BIS portal.

They also train manufacturers on how to handle audits and inspections of the factory. EVTL India is a BIS Agent for Plastic Float Valve and Authorized Indian Representative (AIR) to the foreign manufacturers. Collaboration with EVTL India will be a hassle-free, fast and smooth process of BIS certification. 

Conclusion

Plastic Float Valve manufacturers need to be guided by IS 12234, and they should be BIS certified to make their products safe, reliable, and within the law in India. Through EVTL India, it is easy to secure approvals efficiently, gain credibility of the products and access regulated markets. BIS licensing in India: a hassle-free process made easy with EVTL India. 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Should plastic float valves be BIS Certified ?

Yes, BIS certification for Plastic Float Valve (IS 12234) is required in India. 

2. Who qualifies to be BIS Certified?

Both foreign and Indian manufacturers are eligible, but foreign manufacturers should nominate an AIR.

3. Does BIS Certification include packaging and labelling?

Yes, IS 12744 covers packaging, labelling, and storage requirements.

4. What tests are made under IS 12234?

Testing is done on the quality of materials, dimensions, pressure resistance, sealing performance and marking compliance.

5. Is it possible to grant BIS Certification to foreign manufacturer?

Yes, by an Authorized Indian Representative (AIR).