Cable trunking and ducting systems are essential components in electrical installations, providing organized and protected pathways for the management of electrical cables and components. Cable trunking utilizes enclosed channels, often made of materials like PVC or metal, to safeguard and conceal electrical cables, preventing damage and minimizing the risk of electrical hazards. Simultaneously, ducting systems involve organized networks of channels or trays, guiding and shielding wires or cables within various infrastructures.
Cable trunking and ducting systems are designed to manage, protect and guide electrical cables in installations where they can be affixed either to vertical surfaces (walls) or overhead surfaces (ceilings). Both systems provide structured solutions for routing and shielding wires in diverse settings. Whether in residential, commercial or industrial environments, these systems are versatile, contributing to the overall safety, efficiency and organization of electrical installations. They are designed to accommodate different configurations, allowing for secure installations on both walls and ceilings based on the specific requirements of the environment.
All cable trunking and ducting systems for electrical installations – cable trunking and ducting systems intended for mounting on walls or ceiling has been included in the mandatory ISI Certification Scheme under IS 14927 (Part 2): 2001.
This standard (Part 2) outlines the criteria for cable trunking and ducting systems designed intended for mounting on walls or ceilings.
This standard does not cover conduits, cable trays, cable ladders or electrical accessories such as switches and socket-outlets. Separate Indian Standards are applicable to these items, along with any current-carrying components within the system.
This product cannot be exported, imported, or sold in the Indian consumer market without bearing the ISI Mark.
Indian Standards Institute, or ISI was renamed the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) in 1987. The official mark that the Bureau of Indian Standards provides for manufacturers of various goods is the ISI Mark. It is used to indicate compliance with Indian standards (IS) set by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) and has been used as a conformity marking for industrial products. Manufacturers received permission from BIS to use the ISI Mark on items that comply with relevant Indian requirements through the product certification program.
Only manufacturers (domestic or foreign) who produce the finished product will be awarded ISI Certification. This will not be given to any product importers, traders, dealers, or distributors.
The following documentation is required to get an ISI certification:
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There are two approaches for Indian manufacturers to become certified with the ISI Mark:
Regular Procedure
With the possible exception of cases deemed "All India first," which might take up to 180 days, the licensing procedure is expected to be finished in 120 days. This timeline starts on the day the application is received, assuming that at different points in time the documentation, unit assessment, and product conformance are all deemed acceptable.
Step 1: Manufacturing Unit Customization in Compliance with Applicable Indian Standards
Step 2: Submission of the Application Form
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Simplified Procedure
This is a much faster process than the standard procedure. After a factory inspection is deemed satisfactory and the initial evaluation establishes that the sample complies with the applicable Indian Standard(s), the license application process is expected to be finished in 30 days.
Step 1: Adapting the Manufacturing Unit to Comply with the Relevant Indian Standard
Step 2: Sample Testing
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The process of obtaining ISI Mark Certification for Foreign Manufacturers typically includes the following steps:
Step 1: Application
Step 2: Query Raised (If Any)
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