ISI Certification (BIS) for
Open-Ended Slugging Wrenches (Spanners) IS 4508:1992 in India

Obtaining BIS certification under IS 4508:1992 is essential if you manufacture Open-Ended Slugging Wrenches for the Indian market. The certification will guarantee that your product satisfies Indian standards and is QCO-compliant with the most recent version. However, the key to receiving ISI certification is the testing technique and staying up to date with the latest specifications. Therefore, producers who are curious about the BIS certification process can learn more about the standards, paperwork, and stages involved in getting such certification.

Overview Of BIS Certification for Heavy-Duty Open-End Wrench

Indian Standard IS 4508:1992 specifies the manufacturing, chemical, and physical requirements and testing of a Striking Spanner Wrench.

Here are the key parameters for an Open-End Wrench:

1. Size (Nominal Size)

2. Jaw Opening (Width)

3. Material

4. Length

5. Weight

6. Handle Type

7. Finish/Coating

8. Torque Capacity

9. Jaw Thickness

10. Standards Compliance

11. Head Angle

12. Operating Temperature

13. Corrosion Resistance

The Licence is issued to use Standard Mark as per IS 4508:1992 with the following scope:

Name of the product: - Open-Ended Slugging Wrenches (Spanners)

BIS Certification Process for IS Standard Striking Open-End Wrench

Let us know how to get your product  BIS certified for IS 4508:1992 -compliant. These are the steps given below:

• Identification of the Product: Go to the list of BIS-required products on the official BIS website. Decide which Indian Standard (IS) is applicable. To make clear which IS standard is suitable for your products.
• Registration of Manufacturers: Provide BIS with the name, address, and product details of your production facility.
• Apply for a certificate and provide any necessary documents: Test report, process of manufacturing, detailed description of product, etc.
• Test sample: The sample is sent for testing at the laboratory that is accredited by BIS. Tests could be performed outside of a facility accredited by BIS or conducted in-house if you have a laboratory recognized by BIS for this specific type of testing.
• Inspection and Audit: BIS shall inspect and audit your production site to ensure whether the quality control protocols have been followed or not.
• Grant of Certification: Your product will be certified by BIS only if it meets IS standards.
• Surveillance: BIS conducts regular surveillance of the implementing entity to ensure continued compliance.
• Renewal: This certificate is for a period of one to five years. Do not forget to renew your certificate within the stated time.

How long does it take to get certified in BIS?

Once you have applied for BIS certification, you need to know when your products will be certified. The timelines are mentioned below. Let's discuss:

• Indian Manufacturers' BIS Certification (Normal Timeframe: 30 days)
• Registration under FMCS and BIS by the overseas companies (which normally takes 180 days)

What BIS License Requirement is needed for Slugging Spanner?

• Requisites to get the BIS license for Industrial Spanner
• Conformity of Raw Material as per IS 4508:1992 
• In-house testing laboratory for mandatory tests
• Competent Quality Control Personnel
• Adherence to the BIS guidelines for the wrenches  as per Indian standard  IS 4508:1992

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 Impact Open-End Wrench as per IS 4508:1992 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 98000
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 at 18% 
Audit Charges
  (consolidated) | USD 3200 to USD 5900
License Fee | USD 30
Marking Fee | USD 1170
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.)

Product testing is the most crucial step in the BIS certification process since it establishes whether the product's quality satisfies Indian standards. Installation of test equipment for factory internal test laboratories is also an investment in the testing facilities for the above-mentioned reason.

We may further ask for payment or reimbursement of a pre-visit to your factory to ensure that the product meets the relevant Indian Standards and BIS requirements for BIS Certification for wrenches.

Advantages of availing BIS for Open-Ended Slugging Wrenches With BIS Consultant

If the "ISI mark" is on the product, then it meets the government's quality standards.

Spanners: The specification needs to receive the ISI Mark, and those people who are trading against the specification will face material confiscation and high fines. It increases the chances that your product will survive and compete in the marketplace. 

Because ISI-certified products give the customers safety along with standard quality, the buyers will be sure to purchase those products. So, you can count on the faith and confidence of the buyer are present by providing certified products. The recommendation from this clientele will help you build up your goodwill in the market. You can set a higher level of standard and benchmark the market value for the product with the name brand.

ERCS Private Limited's role in getting your product certified:

Thus, the above principle becomes an excuse for the manufacturer to get BIS certification and produce a standard quality product. They have to ensure that their product is according to the specified Indian Standard specifications, which we directly interpret 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 the IS 4508:1992

ERCS Pvt. Ltd. has developed a vast network within various departments to assist in ensuring conformity with the product of the open-ended wrench. Effective documentation with 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 for the Quality Control Personnel, so we can do reliable and effective documentation of your product according to the BIS guidelines.

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

An officer with 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:

The whole procedure will be explained by conducting a BIS inspection that will make you aware of the things that are needed to prepare and should be readily available at the time of inspection.

Relevant products for BIS certification are as below:

• BIS Certification Chain Pipe Wrenches - IS 4508:1992
• BIS Certification for Ring Slugging Wrenches (Spanners) - IS 4509:1992
• BIS Certification for Single-Ended Open-Jaw adjustable wrenches - IS 6149:1984
• BIS Certification for Open Jaw Wrenches (Spanners) - IS 2028:2004
• BIS Certification for Ring Wrenches (Spanners) - IS 2029:1998
• BIS Certification for Pipe Wrenches - General Purpose - IS 4003 (Part 1):1978
• BIS Certification for Pipe Wrenches - Heavy Duty - IS 4003 (Part 2):1986
• BIS Certification for Combination Side Cutting Pliers - IS 3650:1981