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Cast iron single faced thimble mounted sluice gates
Strategic Recommendations – Cast Iron Sluice Gates (IS 13349:1992)
- Begin BIS Certification Immediately
Large & medium manufacturers must meet 1 Sep 2024; small and micro enterprises must meet 1 Dec 2024 and 1 Mar 2025 respectively. Start licensing, lab testing, and QMS alignment now to avoid tender ineligibility and supply disruption. - Consult Compliance Professionals (ERA)
Engage ERA to manage BIS applications, coordinate testing at BIS-recognized labs, and implement compliant ISI embossing/marking on gates and packaging. ERA can also draft exemption declarations and prep for surveillance audits. - Reach Out for Support
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For help with QCO exemption filings (Udyam & R&D), test plan finalization, marking artwork, and audit readiness. - Track QCO Amendments & Exemptions
Monitor official clarifications on the 2024 QCO—especially MSME exemption thresholds and R&D import (≤ 200 kg/year) record-keeping conditions. Subscribe to ERA Newsletter updates for alerts. - Ensure Marking & Declarations
All sluice gates must bear the ISI mark with licence number; packaging/artwork must be updated accordingly. Maintain CA-certified Udyam documents and year-wise R&D import records to avoid penalties under the BIS Act, 2016.
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Cast iron single faced thimble mounted sluice gates. |
| Applicable Indian Standard (IS) No. | IS 13349:1992. |
| Title of Indian Standard | Cast iron single faced thimble mounted sluice gates. |
| Quality Control Order | Cast Iron Products (Quality Control) Order, 2024 (supersedes Cast Iron Products QCO, 2023). |
| Notification & Amendments | Notified via S.O. 2287(E), dated 13 June 2024 (2024 QCO); superseded order: S.O. 3806(E), dated 24 August 2023. |
| Final Enforcement Date | General: 1 Sep 2024; Small Enterprises: 1 Dec 2024; Micro Enterprises: 1 Mar 2025. |
| Objective & Scope | Mandate BIS certification and ISI marking for CI sluice gates to ensure safety, interchangeability, corrosion resistance, and durability under Scheme-I. |
| Products Covered | Cast iron single faced thimble mounted sluice gates as specified against IS 13349:1992. |
| Exemptions | (a) Goods for export; (b) Udyam-registered very small domestic units with ≤ ₹25 lakh investment & ≤ ₹2 crore turnover (CA-certified); (c) R&D imports up to 200 kg/year with scrap & record conditions. |
| Industries Impacted | Foundries & gate manufacturers; water resources & irrigation departments; municipal water/sewerage boards; EPC contractors; distributors. |
| Mandatory Compliance | Conformity to IS 13349:1992; ISI Standard Mark under a valid BIS licence as per Scheme-I of BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018. |
| Next Steps for Stakeholders | Apply for BIS licence; complete testing; implement durable ISI marking on products/packing; maintain exemption documentation; align tenders and POs to enforcement dates. |
| Legal Framework Provision & Enforcement | Enforced under BIS Act, 2016; BIS is the certifying and enforcing authority. |
| Penalties for Non-Compliance | Seizure, licence suspension/cancellation, fines and imprisonment under the BIS Act, 2016. |
| Conclusion | BIS-certified, ISI-marked sluice gates are mandatory per phased deadlines; the 2024 QCO replaces the 2023 QCO. |
| References / Annexures | Cast Iron Products (QCO) 2024 – S.O. 2287(E) (13 Jun 2024); Cast Iron Products (QCO) 2023 – S.O. 3806(E) (24 Aug 2023). |
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Notification
Cast iron single faced thimble mounted sluice gates have been notified under the Cast Iron Products (Quality Control) Order, 2024, issued via S.O. 2287(E) dated 13 June 2024 under the BIS Act, 2016. This supersedes the 2023 QCO (S.O. 3806(E) dated 24 August 2023).
Enforcement Timeline
- General manufacturers: 1 September 2024
- Small Enterprises: 1 December 2024
- Micro Enterprises: 1 March 2025.
Overview
These sluice gates are critical for isolation and control in water supply, irrigation, sewage and stormwater infrastructure. Their structural integrity and sealing performance directly affect public safety and service reliability.
Objective & Scope
The QCO mandates BIS certification and ISI marking so products conform to IS 13349:1992, ensuring dimensional accuracy, material quality, corrosion resistance, and reliable operation for long service life in hydraulic works.
Products Covered
All cast iron single faced thimble mounted sluice gates corresponding to IS 13349:1992.
Exemptions Provided
(1) Goods manufactured domestically for export; (2) Very-small Udyam-registered units with ≤ ₹25 lakh plant & machinery investment and ≤ ₹2 crore turnover (previous FY), supported by a CA’s certificate; (3) R&D imports up to 200 kg/year by manufacturers (not for sale; to be scrapped; year-wise records to Government).
Industries Impacted
Foundries and gate manufacturers; irrigation & water resources departments; water utilities and municipal bodies; EPC contractors and distributors.
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
Products must conform to IS 13349:1992 and bear the ISI Standard Mark under a valid BIS licence (Scheme-I) before sale, import or distribution.
Next Steps for Stakeholders
Apply to BIS, test in BIS-recognized labs, emboss/apply ISI marking on gates and packaging, keep exemption proofs, and update tenders/contracts to insist on ISI-licensed supply.
Legal Provisions, Enforcement & Penalties
Enforceable under the BIS Act, 2016; non-compliance can lead to seizure, fines, licence suspension/cancellation, and imprisonment up to 2 years.
Conclusion
From 1 September 2024 (with later dates for MSMEs), CI single faced thimble mounted sluice gates must carry ISI marking and comply with IS 13349:1992. The 2024 QCO replaces the 2023 Order, making certification mandatory for this category.
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