BIS CERTIFICATION FOR MECHANICALLY WOVEN, DOUBLE- TWISTED IS 16014

Published Date: April 21, 2025 4 min Read

BIS certification is essential for Mechanically Woven, Double Braided Polypropylene Ropes as per IS 16014:2018. This standard ensures that the polypropylene ropes used in various industrial, marine, and general-purpose applications meet stringent requirements for strength, durability, flexibility, and resistance to environmental conditions. Certification under IS 16014:2018 confirms that the ropes are manufactured with consistent quality, making them reliable for heavy-duty and outdoor usage.

IS 16014:2018 – Mechanically Woven, Double Braided Polypropylene Rope

This standard specifies the requirements for double braided polypropylene ropes that are mechanically woven. It includes provisions related to rope diameter, construction pattern, linear density, breaking strength, elongation, and resistance to abrasion, UV rays, and moisture. The ropes are designed with an inner and outer braid, offering high strength-to-weight ratio, excellent flexibility, and easy handling. IS 16014:2018 also outlines detailed testing methods, inspection criteria, and sampling procedures to ensure consistent quality and performance suitable for demanding applications in marine, industrial, and agricultural sectors.

Benefits of BIS Certification for Double Braided Polypropylene Ropes

BIS certification under IS 16014:2018 ensures that the ropes meet national quality and safety benchmarks, making them dependable for use in challenging environments. For manufacturers, it adds to product credibility, opens access to government and regulated sectors, and demonstrates compliance with Indian standards. For end users, certified ropes offer assured performance, reduced risk of failure, and increased safety during use in various operations such as towing, anchoring, lifting, and general utility work.

Key highlights

Product Name	Mechanically Woven, Double- Twisted, Hexagonal Wire Mesh Gabions, Revet Mattresses And Rock Fall Netting And Other Rock Fall Netting And Other Products For Civil Engineering Purposes (galvanized Steel Wire Or Galvanized Steel Wire With Polymer Coating)
Applicable Indian Standard	IS 16014:2018
Applicable Certification Scheme	Product Certification Scheme (ISI Mark Scheme) Scheme 1 - Schedule 2
Compliance Requirement	Mandatory
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Scope as per Standard	This standard covers gabions, revet mattresses, sack gabions, soil reinforcement facia units, and rockfall netting manufactured from double-twisted galvanized wire mesh, as well as galvanized wire used for lacing. It specifies the requirements for the materials used, manufacturing, assembly, and installation of these products.

Note

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Procedure for Domestic Manufacturer
Procedure for Foreign Manufacturer

Timeline for BIS Certification

The estimated duration for obtaining BIS certification under IS 16014:2018 is:

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

Conclusion

BIS certification under IS 16014:2018 is crucial to ensure the performance, safety, and reliability of double braided polypropylene ropes across diverse applications. These ropes must meet strict quality norms to perform effectively in dynamic conditions.

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