ISI Certification (BIS) for
Hot Rolled Steel Strip, Sheet, and Plates for Welded Steel Pipe for Pipeline Transportation Systems IS 18384: 2023 in India

How to get BIS Certification for Hot Rolled Steel Strip, Sheet And Plates For Welded Steel Pipe For Pipeline Transportation Systems IS 18384:2023? If you are a manufacturer,  this question might be on your mind while you’re selling your product in the Indian market.

To obtain ISI mark certification for Sheets and Plates for Welded Steel Pipe products, you need to be aware of the latest Quality Control Order (QCO) issued and understand the testing methodology to ensure that your products meet the latest specifications according to Indian standards.

If any manufacturer is eager to get complete knowledge about the BIS obtaining process or other things, Here’s the right place to explore more:

Overview of Hot Rolled Steel Strip, Sheet, and Plates for Welded Steel Pipe BIS Certification

This standard specifies the manufacturing, chemical, and physical requirements and testing of Hot Rolled Steel Strips or Sheets and Plates for Welded Steel Pipe for Pipeline Transportation Systems. ISI Mark Certification for IS 18384: 2023 specifies the quality parameters or characteristics as follows:

(i)  Chemical Composition

(ii) Tensile Test

(iii)  Bend Test

(iv) Hardness Test

(v) Surface Conditions

(vi) HIC Test

(vii) SSC Test

(viii) Grain Size

BIS Certification Procedure For Hot Rolled Steel Strip Welded Steel Pipe For Pipeline Transportation Systems

The BIS certification procedure consists of the following steps:

1. Product Identification: Visit the BIS website to view a list of goods that require certification.
2.  Select the relevant Indian Standard (IS): Determine the appropriate IS standard for your product.
3. Manufacturer Registration: Submit your manufacturing unit to BIS. You will be required to enter information such as the firm name, address, and product information.
4. Application for certification: To apply for certification, provide required documentation such as product information, manufacturing process, and quality control procedures.- Test reports (where appropriate).
5. Testing: Submit samples to a BIS-approved laboratory for testing. 
6. You have two options for testing: in-house (if you have a BIS-recognized lab) or at a BIS-recognized external facility.- Testing at a BIS laboratory
7.  Inspection and Audit: The BIS may examine and audit your manufacturing facility to ensure compliance with quality control procedures.
8. Certification Grant: BIS will certify your product if it fits the IS criteria.
9. Surveillance: The BIS performs regular surveillance to verify ongoing compliance.
10. Renewal: Certification is valid for a set amount of time (typically one to five years). Apply for a renewal before your certification expires.

What is the Timeline for BIS Certification for Hot Rolled Steel Strip?

The timeline for BIS Certification is different for India and foreign product manufacturers (FMCS):

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

What are the Requirements to Obtain a BIS license for Hot Rolled Steel Strip IS 18384?

Requirements to get the BIS license for Hot Rolled Steel Strips, Sheets and Plates for Welded Steel Pipe for Pipeline Transportation Systems are as follows:

• Conformity of Raw Material as per IS 18384: 2023
• In-house testing laboratory for mandatory tests
• Competent Quality Control Personnel

Adherence to the BIS guidelines for Sheet and Plates for Welded Steel Pipe as per Indian standard IS 18384: 2023. There are four major categories of documents required to get the BIS license:

• Administrative Details
•  Technical Details
• Quality Control Personnel Details
• Commercial Details

BIS Certification Cost For Hot Rolled Steel Strip, Sheet, and Plates for Welded Steel Pipe

Here are the expenses involved in obtaining the BIS certificate for Welded Steel Pipe for Pipeline Transportation Systems as per IS 18384:2023 and Scheme- I of BIS. We have provided the cost details in the table.

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 | Not Defined
2. | Testing Charges | Sample Test Fee | As Applicable | 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 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.

Benefits of Obtaining BIS Certification for Hot Rolled Steel Strip, Sheet, and Plate

• The term “ISI mark" means that a certain product conforms to the quality standards set up by the government. It is compulsory for Hot Rolled Steel Strips, Sheets, and Plates for Welded Steel Pipe use to obtain the ISI Mark, and the violators are penalized with the material seized and a significant sum as 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 BIS 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 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 18384 : 2023:
  
  

ERCS Pvt. Ltd. has developed a vast network within the Cement Industry & various BIS departments to assist in ensuring conformity of the product - Hot Rolled Steel Strip, Sheet, and Plates for Welded Steel Pipe for Pipeline Transportation Systems according to IS 18384: 2023.

• Effective documentation with the awareness of the BIS guidelines:
  
  

In order to facilitate the industry in obtaining BIS certification, 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 for the Quality Control Personnel so that we can do the reliable and effective documentation of your product in accordance with the BIS guidelines.

• A pre-visit can be paid at your factory premises:
  
  

In the process of getting BIS certification, the officer from the BIS authority visits the factory for inspection. In order 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 so as 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.

Similar Mandatory Products for BIS Certification are as bellow:

• BIS Certification for Hot Rolled Steel Strip - IS 1029
• BIS Certification for Hot Rolled Steel Sheet, Plate, and Strip for Forming - IS 5986:2017
• BIS Certification for Hot Rolled Steel Strip for Welded Tubes and Pipes- IS 10748:2004
• BIS Certification Hot Rolled Carbon Steel Strip for Cold Rolling Purposes - IS 11513:2017
• BIS Certification Electrogalvanized Hot Rolled and Cold Reduced Carbon Steel, Sheet and Strips - IS 17404:2020