ISI Certification (BIS) for
Carbon and Low Alloy Steel Billets, Blooms, Slabs and Bars for Manufacture of Shell Bodies and Proof Shots IS 14698:1999 in India

Product manufacturer requires carbon and low-alloy ingots, semi-finished metal forms, and rods for the manufacture of shell casings and test projectiles intended for use in defence with BIS certification as per IS 14698: 1999. It's not quite easy to compete in the Indian market without BIS certification since the purchaser needs to be assured that the products meet the required standards of quality and safety and are reliable. The ISI mark means that your products meet the strict requirements of Indian standards, and the consumers are assured that the products they intend to purchase from you are in strict accordance with stringent national requirements, and this makes them stand apart from the competition.

Obtain a BIS license to increase production and sales. This license is issued by the Bureau of Indian Standards. It can be sought after by the manufacturers themselves or through a consultant in India who has experience with BIS, which makes certification hassle-free. There are many advantages of acquiring ISI Mark Certification for your products in India, such as quality and market credibility. Now let's see how a BIS consultant can help you in this process.

Overview Of BIS Certification for IS 14698: 1999 ( Carbon and Low Alloy Billets, Blooms, Slabs and Bars for Manufacture

Indian Standard - IS 14698: 1999 specifies the manufacturing, chemical, and physical requirements and testing of Carbon and Low-Alloy Billets for Defense Shell Production.

Here’s the list of parameters or characteristics, let’s clarify:

1. Chemical Composition
2. Mechanical properties
3. Macro etch test
4. Any other test

Licence is granted to use Standard Mark as per IS 14698: 1999  with the following scope:

Name of the product: Carbon and Low Alloy Billets, Blooms, Slabs and Bars for the Manufacture of Shell Bodies and  Proof Shots Used in Defence Services.

BIS Certification Process for Carbon and Low-Alloy Slabs for Military Shells IS 14698:1999

Let us know the process to get BIS certification as per IS 14698: 1999. Here’s the list that will help manufacturers who want to apply for a BIS Certificate.  Manufacturers can follow the following steps:

• Product Identification: Visit the BIS official website and go to the list of BIS mandatory products.
• Select the relevant Indian Standard (IS): To clarify the appropriate IS standard for your products
• Manufacturer Registration: Submit your manufacturing unit details to BIS, such as the firm’s name, address, and product information.
• Submission: Application for Certification Necessary documents, to wit, information relating to the product, process of manufacture, and test report where appropriate, shall be submitted.
• Testing: A sample of the product to be tested is sent to an approved laboratory of BIS.
• You have two options for testing: it can be done in-house (if you have a BIS-recognized laboratory) or at an external Alternatively, it can be tested at a BIS laboratory
• BIS could inspect your manufacturing unit to see if the quality controls were followed.
• Certification Grant: BIS will certify your product only if it meets the IS standards criteria.
• Surveillance: BIS conducts regular surveillance to ensure continued compliance.
• Renewal: Certification is valid for one to five years. Seek renewal before certification expires.

Timeline of BIS Certification for Carbon and Low-Alloy Steel Bars for Military Shells IS 14698:1999.

After applying for BIS certification, it is important to know the timelines for obtaining certification for your products. Below is a list of the timelines. Let's take a look:

• BIS certification For Indian Manufacturers (Standard Timeframe – 30 days)
• BIS certification For Foreign Manufacturers FMCS (Standard Timeframe – 180 days)

Requirements to get the BIS license for Low-Alloy and Carbon Billets for Defense Applications IS 14698:1999

Requisites to get the BIS license for Carbon and Low Alloy Billets, Blooms, Slabs and Bars for Manufacture of Shell Bodies and  Proof Shots Used in Defense Services:

• Conformity of Raw Material as per IS 14698: 1999 
• In-house testing laboratory for mandatory tests
• Competent Quality Control Personnel

Adherence to the BIS guidelines for Carbon and Low-Alloy Steel for Military Applications IS 14698:1999. There are 3 major categories of documents required to get the BIS license:

•  Administrative Details
• Technical Details
• Quality Control Personnel Details 

BIS certification cost for Carbon and Low Alloy Billets, Blooms, Slabs and Bars for Manufacture of Shell Bodies and  Proof Shots Used in Defence Services  as per IS 14698 : 1999  under the Product Certification (Scheme-I) of BIS :

For Indian Manufacturers
No. | Major Charges |   | Amount | Remark
1. | BIS Fee | Application Fees | INR 1000 | To be paid in BIS A/c directly. 20% rebate on Marking Fee for MSME units.
Audit Charges | INR 7000
License Fee | INR 1000
Marking Fee | INR 57000
2. | Testing Charges | Sample Test Fee | Not Defined | To be paid into BIS-approved Lab A/c
3. | ERCS Service Fee | Consultancy & others | As per actual, (Depending upon the product and the region of the factory)

For the Foreign Manufacturers
No. | Major Charges | Particulars | Amount | Remark
1. | BIS Fee | Application Fees | USD 30 | To be paid into BIS A/c directly in USD (SWIFT). SAARC countries can pay in INR with GST@18% 
Audit Charges
  (consolidated) | USD 3200 to USD 5900
License Fee | USD 30
Marking Fee | Not Defined
2. | Testing Charges | Sample Test Fee | As applicable | To be paid into BIS-approved Lab A/c
3. | ERCS Service Fee | Consultancy & other charges | As per actual, (Depending upon the product and the location of mfg.)

In the BIS certification process, product testing is the most important stage as it determines whether the quality of the product meets Indian standards. For the same purpose, investments in testing facilities are required to install test equipment for internal factory test laboratories. 

Apart from the charges mentioned above in the table, we may ask you to pay/reimburse for a Pre-Visit at your Factory Premises to ensure the conformity of your product as per the relevant Indian Standard & BIS guidelines for its BIS certification.

BIS Certification Benefits for  Carbon Billets and Low-Alloy Bars for Defense IS 14698:1999

Benefits of getting ISI Mark for Carbon and Low-Alloy Products for Military Shells IS 14698:1999.to sell in the Indian Market with our help:

• The term “ISI mark" means that a certain product conforms to the quality standards set up by the government.
• Carbon and Low-Alloy Slabs for Defense Applications IS 14698:1999 must obtain the ISI Mark, and the violators are penalized with the material seized and a significant sum as a fine.
• Getting certification improves the probability of your product to survive and compete in the market.
• Customers tend to buy ISI-certified products as they ensure safety and standard quality. Hence, with certified products, you can win the confidence and trust of the buyer.
• With the word of mouth of such a client list, you can establish your credibility in the market.
• Hence with the renowned brand, you can raise the standard and benchmark the market value of the product.

Role of ERCS Private Limited in getting your product certified:

To get BIS certification and produce a standard quality product, the manufacturer must ensure that their product follows the specified Indian Standard Specifications (ISS) which we directly interpret to you from the BIS officials as per the Indian Standards.

ECRS Private Limited will be your friend, philosopher, and guide in the whole process of getting your product certified by the concerned authorities/ departments.

Scope of work by ECRS Private Limited:

 Ensuring the conformity of your product as per IS 14698 : 1999

ERCS Pvt. Ltd. has developed a vast network within the Cement Industry & various BIS departments to assist in ensuring conformity of the product Steel Billets and Bars for Defense Shells IS 14698:1999

 Effective documentation with the awareness of the BIS guidelines:

To facilitate the industry in obtaining BIS certifications, guidelines have been developed. Our team has the experience of completing over 100 projects and various acquaintances in the Industry.

We understand the Indian Standard Specifications & BIS guidelines which we interpret to the Quality Control Personnel so we can do a reliable and effective documentation of your product by the BIS guidelines.

 A pre-visit can paid for at your factory premises:

In the process of getting BIS certification, the officer from the BIS authority visits the factory for inspection. To get good results, the BIS inspection should go smoothly without any Non-Conformity. By keeping this goal in mind, our team will organize a pre-visit to your factory premises so that required changes can be adapted to remove the elements of fallibility.

 Assistance for BIS audits:

We will explain the whole procedure of conducting a BIS inspection and make you aware of the things that need to be prepared and readily available at the time of inspection.