ISI Certification (BIS) for Jute Geotextiles Strengthening of Sub-Grade in Roads IS 14715 (PART-1)

The jute geotextile used as separator which prevents intermixing of the aggregate material and the subgrade under the action of repeated loads, where intermixing reduces the shear strength and stability of the aggregate layer.

Introduction to Indian Standard IS 14715 : Part 1 : 2016;  Jute Geotextiles - Strengthening of Sub-Grade in Roads

·       IS 14715 : Part 1 : 2016 cover  Jute Geotextiles - Strengthening of Sub-Grade in Roads.

·       This standard (Part 1) lays down requirements of woven and non-woven jute geotextile (JGT) for strengthening of road sub-grades.

·       Selection of jute geotextile (woven) shall be decided principally on CBR (California Bearing Ratio), grain size distribution of soil and the in-situ permeability of sub-grade soil, volume of traffic (denoted by ESAL-Equivalent Single Axle Loading) and the allowable rut-depth.

·       Jute geotextiles covered under this standard are suitable for strengthening of flexible pavements on weak road sub-grades subjected to relatively low traffic load and intensity. Jute geotextiles control subsidence of a pavement by separating and preventing intermixing of the soft sub-grade and the harder sub-base, migration of soil particles and allows water to permeate across it.

·       IS 14715 : Part 1 : 2016 specifies the quality parameters or characteristics of the  Jute Geotextiles - Strengthening of Sub-Grade in Roads as follows :

(i)           Construction

(ii)         Width

(iii)        Elongation at Break

(iv)        Thickness

(v)          Elongation at Designated Load

(vi)        Puncture Resistance

(vii)       Burst Strength

(viii)     Mass

(ix)        Tensile Strength

(x)          Permittivity

(xi)        Apparent opening size (AOS)

1.   Mandate for ISI Mark Certification of  Jute Geotextiles - Strengthening of Sub-Grade in Roads (IS 14715 : Part 1 : 2016) :

·       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 Jute Geotextiles - Strengthening of Sub-Grade in Roads are obligated to obtain ISI Mark Certification.

3.   Procedure to obtain BIS Certification of  Jute Geotextiles - Strengthening of Sub-Grade in Roads to use ISI mark as per IS 14715 : Part 1 : 2016

·       For Indian Manufacturers (Standard Timeframe – 30 days)

·       For Foreign Manufacturers (Standard Timeframe – 180 days)

·       Requisites to get the BIS license for  Jute Geotextiles - Strengthening of Sub-Grade in Roads

·       Conformity of Raw Material as per IS 14715 : Part 1 : 2016

·       In-house testing laboratory for mandatory tests

·       Competent Quality Control Personnel

·       Adherence to the BIS guidelines for  Jute Geotextiles - Strengthening of Sub-Grade in Roads as per Indian standard IS 14715 : Part 1 : 2016

·       There are 3 major categories of document required to get the BIS license:

a.   Administrative Details

b.   Technical Details

c.    Quality Control Personnel Details

d.   Commercial Details

4.   Expenses involved in obtaining BIS certificate for  Jute Geotextiles - Strengthening of Sub-Grade in Roads as per IS 14715 : Part 1 : 2016 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 14715 : Part 1 : 2016.

ERCS Pvt. Ltd. has developed a vast network within the Geotextile Industry & various BIS departments to assist for ensuring conformity of the product  Jute Geotextiles - Strengthening of Sub-Grade in Roads according to according to IS 14715 : Part 1 : 2016.

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.

Benefits of getting ISI Mark for  Jute Geotextiles - Strengthening of Sub-Grade in Roads 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  Jute Geotextiles - Strengthening of Sub-Grade in Roads 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.