BIS CERTIFICATION for Flat Woven Webbing Slings Made of Man-made Fibres for General Services IS 15041:2001

Published Date: September 30, 2024

Introduction

IS 15041:2001 is an Indian Standard that is appropriately harsh in its specifications for man-made fiber webbing slings. Even the smallest details regarding material requirements, design criteria, etc., had been so specific that the sling was not strong only on paper but effective for safe and reliable lifting and securing. Requests for quality solutions were coming forth daily from a local manufacturer. Their only understanding was that their products needed the best quality products to stand out in the market.

To strengthen the commitment to quality, the manufacturer applied for BIS, or Bureau of Indian Standards, certification. That way, the slings complied with the stringent benchmarks set by IS 15041:2001, which was sure to convince customers about the safety and performance of products.

With the BIS certification to give confidence to the webbing slings of the manufacturer, it became the most sought-after lifter with extraordinary strength and durability. With increasingly high demand from clients for reliable certified lifting solutions, they performed even better in securing their place in the industry as a trusted provider of quality slings. End-Uses of This Product:

Primary Use: Webbing slings are designed for lifting and securing loads.
Versatility: They can be used in various applications such as cargo handling and material lifting.
Heavy Equipment: Ideal for securing and lifting heavy equipment safely.

Overview of IS 15041:2001

IS 15041:2001 Indian Standard MAN-MADE FIBER FLAT-WOVEN WEBBING SLINGS SPECIFICATION General lifting and lashing Introduction IS 15041:2001 describes the minimum requirements for flat woven webbing slings manufactured from man-made fibers for general lifting and lashing purposes. This standard is a description of performance criteria, testing methods, and safety considerations necessary to guarantee the reliability and durability of slings. Manufacturers and users who follow IS 15041:2001 will thereby be assured about the quality and safety of the slings, which are very important to ensure safe handling and transportation of heavy loads in many industry sectors.

Key Aspects

Material Specifications: Slings must be made of durable man-made fibers with specified tensile strength and resistance to abrasion and environmental factors.
Performance Requirements: Slings should safely handle specified loads, ensuring minimal elongation and maintaining integrity under dynamic conditions.
Safety Needs: Clear safety factors must be established, addressing user instructions and limitations to prevent accidents during operation.
Testing and Compliance: Slings must undergo rigorous testing for strength, elongation, and durability, adhering to established benchmarks for performance.

Key highlights

Product Name	Flat Woven Webbing Slings Made of Man-made Fibres for General Services
Applicable Indian Standard	IS 15041:2001
Applicable Certification Scheme	Product Certification Scheme (ISI Mark Scheme) Scheme 1
Applicable Mark:	BIS Standard Mark (ISI Logo)
Compliance Requirement	Mandatory
Quality Control Order	Click here
Ministry	Ministry of Textiles
Scope as per Standard	This standard outlines the essential characteristics, manufacturing methods, and testing procedures for flat-woven webbing slings made from nylon, polyester, or polypropylene, used for lifting and handling loads. It covers the identification, marking, and recording of sling characteristics but does not specify working load limits. Instead, it includes a test to verify the chosen load limit. Additionally, it details assembly modes for single and endless slings, mode factors, and associated maximum safe working loads.
Major Country of Import:	Our slings are imported from leading manufacturing countries, including Germany, Japan, and the USA.

Applicable Tests

Uniformity of weaving/freedom from defects
Decrease in width of finished webbing under a force equal to maximum force of utilization
Width
Thickness
Sewing of slings
Soft eyes

Note

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Procedure for Domestic Manufacturer
Procedure for Foreign Manufacturer

Timeline for BIS Certification

The approximate timeline to obtain BIS certification for Flat Woven Webbing Slings to use the ISI mark as per IS 15041:2001 is as follows:

For Indian Manufacturers (Standard Timeframe – 30 days)
For Foreign Manufacturers (Standard Timeframe – 180 days)

Benefits of BIS Certification

BIS certification offers several significant benefits:

Benefit	Description
Access to the Indian Market	BIS certification opens doors to the expansive Indian market, ensuring our products meet local standards.
Compliance with Indian Standards	Certification guarantees adherence to IS 15041:2001, enhancing product reliability.
Enhanced Product Credibility	BIS certification adds a layer of credibility and trustworthiness to our webbing slings.
Increased Customer Trust	Customers can confidently rely on our certified products for their safety and performance needs.
Benefits for MSMEs	Certification helps MSMEs to gain recognition and compete effectively in the market.

Case Studies

This has recently been proved at a leading construction company that has integrated our BIS-certified webbing slings into its work processes, thereby reducing equipment failure and resultant downtime to a bare minimum. This successful integration underlines the better reliability and quality of our products. The integration of our webbing slings provided improved efficiency and safety at work, showing in the real sense how our BIS-certified solutions meet the demanding requirements of a construction company.

Conclusion

Flat Woven Webbing Sling by BIS-certified IS 15041:2001 is the epitome of safety, quality, and performance at its finest. These flat webbing slings are made for a wide variety of industrial applications, including those purposes that necessitate high durability and reliability. This prestigious partner, Aleph India, has an imperative role in the process of certification and enabling our products to meet specific standards. Manufacturing and certification by them assist us with the committed task of catering to better sling products for improved safety and efficiency in most industries.

Aleph INDIA has been serving the industry as a single-window operator for all product regulatory compliance. We can assist importers or manufacturers in meeting all criteria for importing or selling a product in the Indian market.