One of the main pillars of conformity assessment is testing of products to ascertain its conformity to relevant Indian Standards. BIS has established laboratories in the country to cater to the testing need of samples generated from its Conformity Assessment Schemes. Starting with the establishment of Central Laboratory at Sahibabad in 1962, BIS added another four Regional Laboratories at Mohali, Kolkata, Mumbai and Chennai and five Branch Laboratories at Patna, Bangalore, Guwahati, Jammu and Hyderabad.
BIS laboratories have facilities...
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As we all know, Sustainable development involves a development strategy that balances current necessities with the preservation of future generations’ capacity to fulfil their own needs. It encompasses three pillars of sustainability and strives to tackle diverse social, environmental and economic challenges to advance the cause of sustainable development. Sustainability is a multi-dimensional and critical parameter towards the existence or extinction of all.
Achieving this objective requires a collaborative effort, which was foreseen...
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Domestic gas stoves are one of the most essential appliances in any household kitchen. They are used for cooking and heating a variety of meals, to elaborate dishes However, it is important to choose a gas stove that is safe and efficient.
BIS has developed two Indian Standards on Domestic Gas Stoves.
The first one is IS 4246: 2002 – Domestic gas stoves for use with liquefied petroleum gases – Specification (Fifth Revision).
a) This standard specifies construction, operation, safety requirements and tests for domestic gas...
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Fire extinguishers are essential fire safety devices that can help save lives and property in the event of a fire. They are the first line of defense against small fires and can be used to put out a fire before it has a chance to spread and cause significant damage. Therefore, they are called first-aid fire extinguishers.
BIS has published various standards on fire extinguishers related to their performance, reliability, and safety. Out of these standards, the following two are widely used in various building occupancies and...
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हिंदी दिवस भारत में 14 सितंबर को मनाया जाता है। हिंदी विश्व में बोली जाने वाली प्रमुख भाषाओं में से एक है। विश्व की प्राचीन समृद्ध और सरल भाषा होने के साथ-साथ हिंदी हमारी राष्ट्रभाषा भी है। यह भाषा है हमारे...
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BIS provides an interface for consumers to lodge any complaint or grievance through a complaint portal on our website or through e-mail. However, considering the fact that mobile phones have become an easy mode to access the internet and communicate, a mobile app based on the Android platform has been developed, that would provide the same facilities accessible through a mobile phone.
The BIS Care App has shouldered the responsibility of leading the charge in India’s battle against the #FreedomFromFake. As part of its efforts, the app has...
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The National Flag of our nation is a symbol of great pride and unity instilling the spirit of patriotism in each & every Indian heart. However, the National Flag as we know it today has a history it’s own. The National Flag with the “Asoka Wheel” in the center, came into existence when two flags, one of silk and the other of cotton Khadi were presented to the Constituent Assembly of India by the Hon’ble Shri Jawahar Lal Nehru, the then Prime Minister of India on 22 July 1947. At the same time, he moved a resolution which was...
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Collaborations is a synergistic process that involves individuals or groups working together to achieve a common goal or objective. The collaborations facilitate the exchange of knowledge, creation of solutions and push the boundaries. It remains an indispensable tool for progress and developlment.
The process of standardisation brings reliablity, safety and quality assurance to products. When manufacturers adhere to standardisation’s specifications, products meet established relevant requirements. This not only gain consumer...
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5 steps to follow when buying Electronic Gadgets
Home appliances and gadgets are an irreplaceable part of our lifestyle, and since many of the home appliances that you purchase are from a long-term point of view, it is pivotal that you invest in them with thorough planning. The 5 steps that you can undertake for this purpose are: –
Start with the budget
Before you search for the desired appliances, assess the budget that you have to spare. Since the pricing for many appliances vary widely and come in a ton of variety, ascertaining the...
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Standards National Action Plan (SNAP) 2022-27
In order to effectively perform its responsibility as the NSB of India, the Standards National Action Plan (SNAP) 2022-27 has been brought out by BIS. The SNAP provides a set of actions that would enable BIS to help meet the objectives of making standardization processes efficient, increase awareness and implementation of standards, increasing participation and involvement in national and international standardization and ensure harmonious standardization activities in the country.
Creation of...
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Bureau of Indian Standards initiated Management Systems Certification in the year 1991 with Quality Management System Certification (IS/ISO 9001). Over the years it has gradually expanded its activities to various other Management Systems Certification schemes.
BIS has a diverse range of certification schemes catering to different sectors of the industry. The certification schemes on Quality Management Systems (IS/ISO 9001), Environmental Management Systems (IS/ISO 14001), Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems (IS/ISO 45001),...
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Quality Control Orders (QCOs), issued by the Government of India, play a key role in ensuring the availability of safe, reliable and quality products to consumers. Products under QCOs require a mandatory BIS licence and shouldn’t be manufactured, sold or imported without BIS Standard Marks.
Recently, the Government of India has mandated a BIS licence for 24 footwear products. QCOs cover footwear made of leather, rubber, polymeric and other materials.
This blog addresses ‘frequently asked questions’ on ‘Quality...
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