ISI Certification (BIS) for
Beds IS 17635

The bed has significant importance in the industry of furniture, and hence it is pertinent to consider the durability, safety, and quality of the bed. IS 17635 provides specifications for beds intended for both domestic and international purposes, for which the terms 'fully manufactured or fabricated units' and ready-to-assemble beds' respectively apply.

Any unit that complies with the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification for Beds as per IS 17635 can verify a minimum level of requirements. It can be related to construction, performance, and design that has been applied to ensure the bed provides high-quality service and value to its users.

Overview Of Bed BIS Certification: IS 17635

IS 17635 regarding beds specifies the technical requirements, safety requirements, and performance criteria for the strength, durability, and safety of beds. This includes all decision-making factors related to material choice, quality, load bearing, construction, and ergonomics.

Provide for consumers' needs by describing requirements for the design, material, and construction of beds. The safety requirements ensure sharp edges and harmful materials are specified. Make sure the bed is subjected to repeated movement and can withstand environmental testing.

By attaining this certification, manufacturers ensure their products are suitable for their purpose, and meet customers' organizations' expectations. Certified beds can be used in many applications; the use cases include:

• Guest houses and dormitories
• Hotel and hospitality industry
• Residential bedrooms
• Institutional housing and staff accommodations
• Hospitals and healthcare facilities

Terminology of Beds 

1. Bed base: The part of the bed that supports the mattress and is supported by the bed frame. 

2. Unframed slat base: A bed base consisting of individual slats that are joined adjacent to each other and allow for flexibility, usually constructed with textile, rubber, or plastic tape.

3. Framed base: A bed base consisting of slats or similar, attached to the structural frame.

4. Bed frame: The component of the bed that rests on the floor and supports the bed base. 

5. Durability testers: The test simulates the repeated movement of the component during long-term use, and evaluates the strength of the furniture under these conditions.

6. Surface Finish Tests: Testing is performed on the surface of finished furniture to check the resistance of the furniture to various external factors.

7. Stability Tests: The test measures the product's capacity to bear the weight when used as intended and prevent tipping or having any unsafe conditions that would inhibit or hinder the intended function from being performed safely.

8. Strength Tests: These tests measure the capacity of the product to withstand load or pressure relevant to the standards that are considered extremes of use, and that are limited for a specific frequency of use. 

9. Static Tests: Test by applying the load and repeating heavy weights or experiences several times to completely ensure the furniture has proper strength function for normal high expectations of load.

10. Impact Tests: Tests that focus on the strength of furniture under high-speed loads that would occur infrequently.

Tests Performed Under BIS Certification: IS 17635

Beds certified under BIS can endure several key tests to confirm every product is safe and durable for consumer use: 

• Design & Workmanship: This is the testing of overall design and construction quality, which confirms both aesthetics and function are being properly interpreted. 
• A stability test: Evaluate a bed's stability is measured for tipping or wobbling during use.
• Dimensions: Test the dimensions of the bed to verify the proper configuration of the bed.
• Horizontal and Static Load Tests: This assesses the strength of the bed in horizontal resistance which ensures strength to sustained stresses.  
• Rectangular Static Load Tests: This is the assessment for vertical (also static) loads, making sure that the system only supports weight loads without deformation or failure.  
• Vertical Impact Test: As the name implies, this test reproduces impact conditions to assess the durability of the bed as well as overall structural integrity against an impact from forces.

Key Aspects & Highlights of IS 17635 

This standard is important for structural integrity and weight capacity. This BIS Scheme-I explicitly states the required factors for stability and load-bearing strength. This may support intended weight loads through significant factors such that there is no collapse or loss of shape.

This standard is for the quality and safety of materials. The standard requires all materials to be non-toxic, and durable, and pose no risk/materials for human contact in time or human interaction or in various climates that one may be exposed to.

IS 17635 reinforces the design and ergonomic features for beds, ensuring adequate support for a user and comfort. This guideline tests for durability and long-term usability of the above. This guideline includes test criteria that assess longevity for bed wear and tear, material degradation, or corrosion.

BIS Certification Benefits for Bed Furniture

Below are the primary benefits of receiving ISI Mark certification:

Government Guarantee of Quality: An ISI mark ensures a product meets the quality standards set by the government, meaning clarity in quality and reliability.
Mandatory Requirement: The ISI Mark is mandatory for beds as materials can be confiscated or fined if the material contains it.
Enhanced Marketability: ISI Certification will do a lot to improve the chances of your product selling well in the competitive field.
Customer Faith: More customers reliably will purchase products with ISI Certificates, as those products guarantee quality and safety. Certification will help build trust and faith in the purchaser.
Market Standards: You will use a recognizable brand to set higher industry standards and create a mark of value for your product in the market.

Documents Required For BIS Certification 

The following documentation needs to be submitted by the manufacturers to apply for BIS certification in the Indian market.

● Application form. 
● Description of the Manufacturing. 
● Device Quality Control Plan. 
● Test report from a BIS-accredited laboratory. 
● Factory layout and equipment. 
● Proof of business registration. 
● Product specifications and description. 
● Declaration of conformance to Indian Standards.

Depending on the type of product being certified, manufacturers may be required to submit documentation for conformance and compliance with environmental and safety standards.

BIS Certification Process for Beds IS 17635

Check out the BIS process to obtain BIS licensing for beds, regardless of your location. Here’s the process for both Indian and foreign manufacturers:

BIS Certification Process for Indian Manufacturers

BIS Certification Process for Foreign manufacturers

Timeline For BIS Licensing Of Bed

The estimated timeline for obtaining BIS certification for furniture (beds) to use the ISI mark as per IS 17635 is as follows:

For Indian Manufacturers (Standard Timeframe—30 days)
For Foreign Manufacturers (Standard Timeframe—180 days)

Similar mandatory products of furniture for BIS certification are as below:

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.

• BIS Certification for Work Chair - IS 17631
• BIS Certification for General-purpose chairs and stools -IS 17632
• BIS Certification for Tables and desks - IS 17633
• BIS Certification for Storage units - IS 17634
• BIS Certification for Bunk Beds - IS 17636

Why You Should Choose ERCS Pvt. Ltd. For the BIS Certification Process?

ERCS Pvt. Ltd. is a leading Indian private-sector organization. Mainly involved in the inspection, testing, audits, and certification of products & consulting services to Indian and global industries to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.

Providing a full range of services such as product certification, testing, training, auditing, and compliance services. However, BIS Consultant assists manufacturers and importers in attaining increased production efficiency and quality levels.

The ERCS team will provide end-to-end pre-registration requests, sample preparation, documentation, testing, and the application process for ISI Mark Certification. With their rich expertise in handling BIS portal requirements, documentation, and regulatory charges. BIS Consultant makes certification a successful and smooth ride.

By selecting us, manufacturers can increase the marketability of their products, adhere to national and international norms, and gain a competitive advantage. ERCS team also offers follow-up support after certification and assists manufacturers in ensuring continued compliance and renewal of licenses as necessary.