BIS Certification for Pulverized Fuel Ash-Cement Bricks IS 16720

BIS Certification for Pulverized Fuel Ash-Cement Bricks under IS 16720 is a certification that assures compliance with Indian standards of quality, strength, durability, and safety of bricks. Certification ensures that the bricks meet the performance parameters, hence can be used safely in structural applications. 

What is BIS Certification? 

Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is a national standard authority in India, which is known for standardization, certification, and quality assurance. BIS Certification certifies that a product upholds the corresponding Indian Standard.

In the case of Pulverized Fuel Ash-Cement bricks, as covered by IS 16720, the compliance with BIS licensing provisions covers issues on compressive strength, dimensions, water absorption, and durability. The ISI Mark is an indication of trust, compliance with regulation, and market acceptance.

Why ISI Mark is necessary for products

The ISI Mark is necessary because of the following reasons:

1. Quality & Safety Assurance : Ensures that bricks are of the required standards of quality and performance in India.
2. Regulatory Compliance : It is required that the manufacturing, sale, and use of it are legal in construction projects in India.
3. Credibility in the Market :  Gains the trust of builders, contractors, architects, and the regulating authorities.
4. Competitive Advantage : Makes a difference between certified bricks and the non-certified equivalents.
5. Access to Government Projects : Needed in case of government tenders and projects.
6. Customer Confidence : Guarantees durability and structural safety of buildings. 

What does IS 16720 include?

IS 16720 gives the specifications of Pulverized Fuel Ash-Cement bricks, including:

• Composition and proportion of raw material.
• Shape uniformity and dimensional tolerances.
• Compressive strength requirements.
• Water absorption limits.
• Weathering resistance and durability.
• Sampling, testing, marking, and packaging guidelines.

These standards are ensured through the BIS certification up to IS 16720, and the ISI Mark is a mark of evidence that the bricks meet these quality standards. 

Official documents required for BIS Approval  

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

Steps to get ISI Mark Certification for manufacturers

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. 

Approximate Timeline for BIS Certification

As per IS 16720, the expected timeline for BIS License for Pulverized Fuel Ash–Cement Bricks is:

• For Indian Manufacturers : 40-45 days
• For International Manufacturers : Approximately 180 days  

Why makes EVTL India a leading BIS Consultant?

BIS certification is a complicated and time-sensitive process. EVTL India offers end-to-end services to make the process of compliance easy, so as to secure prompt approval. 

Reasons why to choose EVTL India for BIS Services:

• BIS Consultant for Pulverized Fuel Ash–Cement Bricks : We guide you with the documentation, testing and compliance with the requirements so that your product fulfils all the requirements.
• ISI Consultant for Pulverized Fuel Ash–Cement Bricks : Our service will make your product obtain the Mark of ISI and get it to comply with the regulations of IS 16720.
• BIS Agent for Pulverized Fuel Ash–Cement Bricks : We ensure the contact with BIS and deal with renewing the license and it becomes much easier.
• BIS QCO for Pulverized Fuel Ash–Cement Bricks : This is in accordance with the BIS regulation; we carry out stringent tests to make sure that the standards are met.

Conclusion

BIS certification for Pulverized Fuel Ash Pulverized Cement Bricks IS 16720 by ISI is required to consume bricks that are of high quality, safe, and comply with the regulations of the Indian construction industry. The collaborative relationship with EVTL India assists manufacturers to acquire BIS licensing easily, enhance credibility in the market, and avert any hesitation to join in infrastructure and other governmental projects.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Do pulverized fuel ash-cement bricks require BIS Certification?

Yes, BIS certification is obligatory in order to adhere to Indian quality and construction standards. 

2. Who is eligible to be certified in BIS?

Both the foreign manufacturers and Indian manufacturers (with the help of Authorized Indian Representative) are eligible. 

3. What is the time duration of BIS Certification?

The Indian manufacturers normally require 40–45 days, and foreign manufacturers can up to 180 days.

4. What is BIS testing under IS 16720?

The tests cover compressive strength, dimensions, water absorption, and durability tests.

5. Are foreign manufacturers able to receive the BIS certification?

Foreign manufacturers do get BIS certification by using an Authorized Indian Representative (AIR).