BIS Certification for Bicycle Front Forks IS 2061

BIS for Bicycle Front Forks as per IS 2061 has made sure that the product is in compliance with the Indian Standards regarding material quality, dimensional compliance, mechanical strength, fatigue resistance, and safety. BIS certification is used to ensure that bicycles front forks are produced using certified materials and tested to ensure that they can withstand operational loads and stresses.

What does BIS Licensing mean?

The product testing, factory inspection and continuous surveillance are some of the methods used to attain the ISI Mark Certification, which is a mark of conformity to Indian Standards, issued by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).

In the case of the Bicycle Front Forks, the ISI Mark with reference to the IS 2061 certifies that the forks have been subjected to test in BIS-recognized laboratories, and manufactured under controlled quality systems. BIS performs periodic audits on the factories and monitors consistency in materials, welding, heat treatment and dimensional control.

Why is ISI Mark Certification important?

The key reasons showcasing why choose ISI Certification for Bicycle Front Forks are: 

1. Enhanced Rider Safety : Provides sufficient strength, fatigue and structural integrity.
2. Regulatory Compliance : Legalizes the manufacture, sale, and import of the same under the notified QCOs.
3. Competitive Advantage : Enhances institutional procurement and OEM supply contracting.
4. Market Acceptance : Bicycle manufacturers and OEMs like ISI-marked bicycle front forks have a wide preference because they guarantee regulatory compliance and credibility of the product.
5. Performance Reliability : Adherence to IS 2061 guarantees uniformity, load carrying ability, and reliable performance when a bicycle is being used normally. 

What is Indian Standard IS 2061?

Bicycle Front Forks under IS 2061 should be made of the quality steel of specified standards in terms of mechanical strength to withstand the loads of operations. The forks should be within the required dimensional tolerances, alignment, and symmetry to make sure that the steering and wheels are fitted properly.

They must include enough bending strength, and fatigue resistance that will not make them fail when used over time. All the welded joints will be uniform, sound and without any cracks, porosity and defects. Its product should also be corrosion resistant through a smooth surface finish to improve durability. 

Supporting documents for BIS Registration

The following documents are necessary for Domestic Manufacturers:

1. List of raw material
2. Layout plan of the factory premises
3. List of testing equipment as per the Indian standard
4. Quality Control (QC) Personnel Details (Education degree and Aadhaar card)
5. GST
6. Authorized Person Aadhar & Pan Card
7. MSME
8. Electricity Bill
9. Email Address & Permanent Contact Number
10. Office Address
11. Factory Address
12. Copy of Partnership Deed / MOA (for Private Limited Co.)
13. Premises document / Rent Agreement
14. List of Manufacturing Machinery  

The following documents are necessary for Foreign Manufacturers:

1. Checklist for Application
2. Copy of Swift Remittance
3. Duly Filled Application Form
4. Copy of Business License
5. List of Machinery
6. List of Raw Material
7. Test certificate of Raw Material
8. List of Testing Equipment
9. Calibration certificate of Test Equipment
10. Process Flowchart
11. Layout Plan
12. Location Plan (Route Map)
13. Details of Technical Personnel
14. Qualification of QC
15. Copy of Certification of Product and/ System
16. Factory Test Report  
17. Agreement with AIR
18. Aadhar Card of AIR
19. AIR Nomination Form
20. Educational Degree of AIR
21. Undertakings
22. Scope of License

Process overview for BIS Certification 

There are two key procedures to get your BIS license: Simplified and Normal.

Simplified Procedure

The steps involved in the simplified procedure are:

1. Document Collection : All the necessary KYC and technical documents are collected in order to start the BIS application without problems.
2. BIS Portal Registration : The license application is processed by the manufacturer being registered on the official portal of BIS.
3. Pre-Testing of Samples : Before submission, product samples are tested in a BIS authorized laboratory.
4. In-House Lab Requirement : Depending on the product, an internal laboratory facility might be necessary according to the BIS requirements.
5. BIS Review & Clarifications : BIS examines the submissions of documents and test reports and may request clarification.
6. BIS Audit at Factory : The audit of the product samples carried out by the BIS inspectors is done at the factory    . 
7. Timely Audit Completion : The audit, inspection and sample collection are conducted within 17 days of the application submission along with the EVTL India engineer.
8. EVTL India Engineer- Factory Inspection : The BIS auditor and an engineer at EVTL India undertake a proper inspection at the factory.
9. Independent Collection of Samples : The BIS auditor draws samples to be tested by the post-audit.
10. Sample Testing at BIS Lab : BIS sealed samples are sent to BIS laboratories, and the BIS department pays the price of testing.
11. Grant of BIS License : Upon satisfactory document inspection, testing and audit, ISI license is issued. 

Normal Procedure

The steps involved in the normal procedure are:

1. Submit Documents : Firstly, it is required to submit all the KYC and technical documentation to start the BIS application.
2.  Plan In-House Laboratory and Technical Proposal : Prepare an internal lab in case necessary and prepare all technical documentation.
3. Ready Factory Test Report (FTR) : Carry out in-house tests and document the FTR to demonstrate that the product is to the standards.
4. Submit Application & Fees : Includes your BIS application and the amount of fees necessary by the government.
5. BIS Audit : An audit of documents and processes at a BIS takes place within 3 weeks.
6. EVTL India Engineer Factory Inspection : BIS auditor inspects the factory with an EVTL India engineer to make sure that everything is in order. 
7. Sample Collection & Sealing : The BIS auditor picks samples randomly, puts them into a sealed sample and forward the sample to a BIS authorized lab to be tested.
8. License Approval : After the lab tests of the sample are passed-on, BIS issues the ISI license, and your product is certified and market-ready. 

Timeline Duration of BIS Licensing Process

According to IS 2061, a BIS license for Bicycle Front Forks is expected to take:

For Simplified Procedure (Indian manufacturers)

Average 40-45 days

For Normal procedure  

• For Indian Manufacturers : 50-60 days
• For International Manufacturers : Approximately 180 days  

Why EVTL India leads in BIS certification consulting?

The company EVTL India under the IS 2061 offers the services of a BIS Consultant for Bicycle Front Forks in a complete end to end manner. 

Their services include: 

• Preparation of documentation and technical review.
• Registration and filing of BIS portal.
• Liaison with BIS-accredited laboratories.
• Technical advice in the inspection of the factory.
• Quicker approvals and lesser compliance risks. 

EVTL India is an organization that assists local and international manufacturers to acquire BIS certification easily. 

Conclusion

The IS 2061 Certification as a BIS Certification is mandatory to manufacturers and importers of Bicycle Front Forks in India. The process of certification guarantees the safety of products, reliability of performance, compliance with the regulations and the improvement of the credibility of the market.

Through professional support of EVTL India, manufacturers will have the benefit to simplify the process of BIS certification and supply the Indian bicycle industry with ISI-marked Bicycle Front Forks without any doubts.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Does BIS Certification exist on Bicycle Front Forks in India?

Yes, BIS certification in accordance with IS 2061 is obligatory in case it is communicated in accordance with relevant Quality Control Orders.

2. Who may apply for BIS registration as per IS 2061?

The Indian manufacturers and foreign manufacturers by using Authorized Indian Representative (AIR). 

3. What are the tests undertaken under IS 2061?

The tests are dimensional checks, bending strength tests, fatigue resistance tests, alignment tests and welding quality tests. 

4. Will the foreign manufacturers be able to BIS certify Bicycle Front Forks?

Yes, foreign manufacturers can use BIS by engaging an Authorized Indian Representative.

5. Is ISI marking compulsory on certification?

Yes ISI marking on bicycle front forks or packaging is required following the approval of BIS license.