ISI Certification (BIS) for
Single-ended Open-jaw Adjustable Wrenches IS 6149:1984 in India

Achieving BIS certification remains an important success factor for manufacturers looking to establish credibility and win consumer confidence in this competitive marketplace. It makes customers buy because it ensures that products meet very high standards for quality and safety and provides entry into more open markets-particularly the controlled ones. Certification is always complex and time-consuming and often throws itself a significant challenge as most manufacturers still need these requirements.

This is where an expert consultant comes in handy. They are best positioned to know the ins and outs of getting BIS certification thus they can give easily customized advice, simplify paperwork, help in compliance auditing, and timely submittal of proposals. Manufacturers partner with a consultant who can reduce the burden of certification. They can efficiently focus on production and innovation with confidence in meeting the industrial standard.

General view of BIS certification for Open-end Adjustable Wrenches an  IS 6149:1984

Indian Standard IS 6149:1984 incorporates the production, along with mechanical and chemical specifications, and testing of wrenches. It takes care of the fact whether the products are as per Indian standards or not.

The Government of India issues Quality Control Orders (QCOs) mandating the use of the Standard Mark under a License or Certificate of Conformity (CoC). The Hand Tools (Quality Control) Order, 2024, was issued by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry Department for the Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade.

Here's the list of parameters or characteristics on which the products are tested:

• Dimensional Accuracy
• Material Composition
• Mechanical Properties
• Surface Finish
• Hardness
• Functional Performance
• Strength and Durability
• Tensile Properties
• Resistance to Corrosion
• Load-Bearing Capacity

     License Scope: A license is issued to use the Standard Mark as per IS 6149:1984 for the following products:

• Name of the Product: Single-ended open-jaw adjustable wrenches intended for general industrial use.
• Type: Adjustable wrenches with a single open jaw, available in various sizes and specifications as per the requirements outlined in IS 6149:1984.

BIS Certification Process for IS  6149:1984 (Adjustable Spanners)

If you are a manufacturer, you must keep the producer in mind. Below we have mentioned in detail an explanation. Let's have a look:

• Identification of the Product: Access the list of BIS-required items by logging into the BIS website.
• Select IS: To understand what IS is pertinent to the kinds of goods you produce
• Producer Signing up: Give BIS information about your production facility, such as the name of the company, product information, etc.
• Submission: Certification Application Submission of necessary papers, such as product information, manufacturing process details, and test reports when applicable, is required.
• Testing: A sample of the product is sent to a BIS-approved laboratory for testing. You can do the testing at an outside facility or in-house if you have a laboratory that is approved by the BIS. As an alternative, a BIS laboratory might be used.
• BIS may pay a visit to your production facility to assess adherence to quality controls.
• Certification Grant: If a product meets the IS standards requirement, BIS will grant certification.
• Surveillance: BIS regularly conducts surveillance to obtain assurance of ongoing compliance.
• Renewal: A certification is valid for a period of one to five years. Before the expiration of certification, renewal must be requested.

Timeline of BIS certification of Slugging Spanners (IS 6149:1984)

After applying for BIS certification, it's critical to understand when your items will be certified.

• BIS certification for Indian manufacturers (standard timeframe: 30 days)
• BIS certification for foreign manufacturers FMCS (standard timeframe: 180 days)

BIS license requirements for Variable Jaw Wrenches

These are the requisites to get the BIS license for the above-mentioned products:

• Conformity of Raw Material as Per IS 6149:1984
• In-house testing laboratory for mandatory tests
• Competent quality control personnel

There are 3 major categories of documents required to get the BIS license for adherence to the BIS guidelines for Single-ended Adjustable Spanners with an IS of  6149:1984

• Administrative Details
• Technical Details
• Quality Control Personnel Details 

BIS certification cost for Single-ended Open-jaw Adjustable Wrenches  IS 6149:1984 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 | 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 | USD 670
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 Standards and BIS guidelines for its BIS certificate.

BIS Certification Benefits for Spanners (IS 6149:1984)

There are certain benefits of getting ISI Mark for your manufactured products; they are: 

• The term “ISI mark" means that a certain product conforms to the quality standards set up by the government.
• The product 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 a 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:

The manufacturer must make sure that their product complies with the Indian Standard Specifications (ISS), which we translate for you directly from the BIS officials by the Indian Standards, to receive BIS certification and produce a product of standard quality. Throughout the entire process of obtaining your product authorized by the relevant departments or authorities, ECRS Private Limited will be your friend, advisor, and mentor.

Scope of work by ECRS Private Limited:

Make sure your product complies with IS 6149:1984

To help ensure that spanners with IS 6149:1984, ERCS Pvt. Ltd. has established a wide network inside the industry and several BIS departments.

Documentation that is efficient and mindful of the BIS guidelines:

To help the industry get BIS certifications, guidelines have been created. Our staff has completed more than 100 projects and has a variety of industry contacts. We can accurately and efficiently document your product according to the BIS requirements since we comprehend the Indian Standard Specifications and BIS recommendations, which we interpret for the Quality Control Personnel.

You can pay for a pre-visit at your factory:

The officer from the BIS authority inspects the factory as part of the BIS certification process. For the BIS inspection to be successful, there must be no non-conformities. To make the necessary adjustments to eliminate the elements of fallibility, our team will plan a pre-visit to your industrial premises while keeping this objective in mind.

Support for audits of BIS:

We will walk you through the entire BIS inspection process and let you know what needs to be ready and accessible when the inspection takes place.

Similar mandatory products for BIS certification are as below:

1. BIS Certificate for Chain Pipe Wrenches - IS 4123:1982
2. BIS Certificate for Open Ended Slugging Wrenches (Spanners)- IS 4508:1992
3. BIS Certificate for Ring Slugging Wrenches (Spanners)- IS 4509:1992
4. BIS Certificate for Open Jaw Wrenches (Spanners)- IS 2028:2004
5. BIS Certificate for Ring Wrenches (Spanners)- IS 2029:1998
6. BIS Certificate for Pipe Wrenches - General Purpose- IS 4003 (Part 1):1978
7. BIS Certificate for Pipe Wrenches - Heavy Duty- IS 4003 (Part 2):1986
8. BIS Certificate for Combination Side Cutting Pliers- IS 3650:1981