ISI Certification (BIS) for
Polymeric Strip or Geostrip Used as Soil Reinforcement in Retaining Structures IS 17372 in India
Polymer strip (PS) reinforced soil retaining walls are in common use due to the associated construction speed, ease of use, aesthetic appeal and low cost.
Introduction to Indian Standard IS 17372 : 2020; Polymeric strip or geostrip used as soil reinforcement in retaining structures
· IS 17372 : 2020 cover Polymeric strip or geostrip used as soil reinforcement in retaining structures.
· This standard specifies material properties and specifications that are required for geogrids to be used as reinforcement /stabilization in base, subbase and subgrade in design of flexible pavement structures.
· This standard is a specification aid for material purchase and shall not be used as design or construction guideline. Design of geogrid reinforced flexible pavements shall be carried out as per standard practices recommended by Indian Roads Congress using the mechanistic empirical method, or global practices including Structural Number based on the AASHTO Method. The input parameters shall include parameters relating to interaction between the geogrids and the surrounding pavement component material.
· It shall be noted that there are other types of geosynthetics other than geogrids, that can be used as reinforcement /stabilization for flexible pavements which cannot be excluded from being considered as alternate solutions to geogrids.
· IS 17372 : 2020 specifies the quality parameters or characteristics of the Polymeric strip or geostrip used as soil reinforcement in retaining structures as follows :
(i) Material
(ii) Dimensional Stability
(iii) Requirements of Geostrips
(iv) UV Resistance
(v) Ultimate Tensile Strength
(vi) Chemical Resistance Strength
(vii) Width
(viii) Roll Length
1. Mandate for ISI Mark Certification of Polymeric strip or geostrip used as soil reinforcement in retaining structures (IS 17372 : 2020)
· In exercise of the powers conferred by sub-sections (1) and (2) of section 16 read with section 17 and sub-section (3) of section 25 of the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016 (11 of 2016), the Central Government is of the opinion that it is necessary so to do in the public interest and after consulting the Bureau of Indian Standards, hereby makes the following Order, namely
Geo Textiles (Quality Control) Order, 2022.
· As per the Geo Textiles (Quality control) order, all the manufacturers of Polymeric strip or geostrip used as soil reinforcement in retaining structures are obligated to obtain ISI Mark Certification.
2. Types of Polymeric strip or geostrip used as soil reinforcement in retaining structures covered under IS 17372 : 2020
3. Procedure to obtain BIS Certification of Polymeric strip or geostrip used as soil reinforcement in retaining structures to use ISI mark as per IS 17372 : 2020
· For Indian Manufacturers (Standard Timeframe – 30 days)
· For Foreign Manufacturers (Standard Timeframe – 180 days)
· Requisites to get the BIS license for Polymeric strip or geostrip used as soil reinforcement in retaining structures
· Conformity of Raw Material as per IS 17372 : 2020
· In-house testing laboratory for mandatory tests
· Competent Quality Control Personnel
· Adherence to the BIS guidelines for Polymeric strip or geostrip used as soil reinforcement in retaining structures as per Indian standard IS 17372 : 2020
· There are 3 major categories of document required to get the BIS license:
c. Quality Control Personnel Details
4. Expenses involved in obtaining BIS certificate for Polymeric strip or geostrip used as soil reinforcement in retaining structures as per IS 17372 : 2020 under the Product Certification (Scheme-I) of BIS :
· In the 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/reimbursement 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.
5. 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 must follow 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:
a. Ensuring the conformity of your product as per IS 17372 : 2020:
ERCS Pvt. Ltd. has developed a vast network within the Geotextile Industry & various BIS departments to assist for ensuring conformity of the product Polymeric strip or geostrip used as soil reinforcement in retaining structures according to according to IS 17372 : 2020.
b. Effective documentation with the awareness of the BIS guidelines:
In order to facilitate the manufacturing industry in obtaining BIS certifications, guidelines have been developed. Our team has the experience of completing over 150 projects and technically competent acquaintances in various Industries.
We are familiar with the Indian Standard Specifications & BIS guidelines and deliver the most suitable interpretation to the Quality Control Personnel so we can do a reliable and effective documentation of your product in accordance with the BIS guidelines.
c. A pre-visit can be paid at your factory premises:
In the process of getting BIS certification, the officer from 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.
d. Assistance for BIS audits:
We will explain the whole procedure of conducting a BIS inspection and make you aware of the things which need to be prepared and readily available at the time of inspection.
2. Benefits of getting ISI Mark for Polymeric strip or geostrip used as soil reinforcement in retaining structures to sell in Indian Market with our help :
§ The term “ISI mark" means, that a certain product conforms to the quality standards set up by the government.
§ It is compulsory for Polymeric strip or geostrip used as soil reinforcement in retaining structures to obtain the ISI Mark and the violators are penalized with the material seize and a significant sum as fine.
§ Getting certification improves the probability of your product to survive and compete in the market.
§ Customers have the tendency of buying ISI certified products as it ensured safety and standard quality. Hence, with the certified products you can win the confidence and trust of the buyer.
§ With the word of mouth of such 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.