FMCS Registration for Electrical Motors - An Overview

 

FMCS is a scheme under BIS used to provide licenses to Foreign Manufacturers for selling their products within India. FMCS is a Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme. FMCS is granted for various products such as Electrical Motors. Manufacturers selling Electrical Motors must conform to the relevant Indian Standards such as quality, safety, reliability, and performance.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

 

Eligibility Criteria of BIS FMCS for Electrical Motors

 

  • Foreign manufacturers must ensure that their factories where the production occurs must be located outside India.
  • Foreign Manufacturers must make sure to comply with BIS standards.
  • A manufacturer who sells Electrical Motors has to pay registration fees, audit fees, license fees, advance minimum marking fees, performance bank guarantee, etc. to the BIS FMCS authorities.
  • Electrical Motors must be thoroughly tested before applying for an FMCS license.
  • An authorized Indian Representative(AIR) is to be nominated by the manufacturer to act on behalf of the firm in front of the FMCS authorities.

 


 

 

Essential Tests Performed on Motors

 

  • Insulation Resistance Test
  • No Load Test
  • High Voltage Test
  • Locked Rotor Test
  • Temperature Rise Test
  • Noise Test
  • Overspeed Test
  • Momentary Overload Test
  • Reduced Voltage running up the test.

 


 

 

Process of BIS FMCS for Electrical Motors

 

Preparation: First and foremost, the manufacturers have to agree to all the terms and conditions of BIS as well as collect all the required documents such as the manufacturing process, list of equipment, business license, laboratory reports, and many other documents.

Registration Form:The manufacturer must register themselves and pay the registration cost to receive an FMCS license after gathering all necessary documentation. The manufacturer can apply offline at the FMCD department in Delhi by submitting all the required documentation, as well as online at the BIS site. He or she must fill out the application form with accurate and comprehensive information.

Issue Raised (if any):Authorities only take into account applications that are thorough, accurate, and free of errors. Authorities email the organization to advise them of the problems with the application form.

Nomination of AIR:AIR stands for Authorized Indian Representative. The organization selects an AIR so that they may handle affairs on behalf of the organization to the BIS authorities. An AIR must be an Indian resident and have sufficient knowledge of the BIS FMCS, government policies, and organizations.

Factory Audit:An inspection fee must be paid by the manufacturer. BIS authorities visit the production unit to assess various factors such as location, the effectiveness of the machinery used, the quality control standards, the manufacturing process, etc.

Product Sample:BIS authorities collect the sample of Electrical Motors to assess their quality, efficiency, reliability, and safety standards. The sample is assessed at the In-house laboratory as well as at the BIS-approved laboratory for a better understanding of the compliance.

Laboratory Results:The procedure of issuing a license is ended if the laboratory results are unfavorable, indicating that Electrical Motors does not meet BIS criteria. However, if the laboratory findings are satisfactory, indicating that Electrical Motors complies with BIS criteria, the procedure of issuing an FMCS license proceeds.

Issuance of Certification:The manufacturer must also pay the advance minimum marking fee and FMCS license fee. The organization is given an FMCS license if the fees and the above-mentioned procedures have been completed.

Indemnity Bond and PBG:The manufacturer has to sign an indemnity bond with the BIS authorities. Along with that, the manufacturer has to pay USD 10,000 as Performance Bank Guarantee.

 


 

 

Documents Required for BIS FMCS for Electrical Motors

 

  • Business License
  • Copy of relevant Indian Standards
  • Declaration of Conformity
  • Factory location
  • Factory Design
  • Trademark Registration Proof
  • List Of Raw Materials
  • List Of Machinery Installed
  • Flowchart of Production Process
  • Details of Authorized Indian Representative
  • Authorization Letter signed by the Owner of the firm
  • Test Reports
  • Invoice concerning sales
  • Packaging Details
  • Outsourcing Details
  • Technical Information about the products
  • User Manual
  • Schematic Diagram
  • Critical Components List
  • Valid Calibration Certificate

 


 

 

Benefits of BIS FMCS for Electrical Motors

 

  • BIS FMCS helps in improving the quality standards of Electrical Motors.
  • It ensures the electrical motors adhere to the necessary Indian Standards.
  • It guarantees the security of customers which helps prevent any further accidents in the future.
  • It enables producers to use the ISI mark on their goods for trade in India.
  • This license helps in attracting a wider and diverse range of consumers to the organization.
  • It provides credibility to the organization which helps the organization to distinguish itself from its competitors in the market.
  • BIS FMCS guarantees the customers of the product’s quality, safety, and reliability factors. Thus, the customers begin to trust the organization and its products.
  • The provision of high-quality products develops a positive reputation for the organization.
  • It converts the public into buyers thus leading to an increase in the revenue of the organization.
  • It provides legal benefits to the firm as it helps in avoiding any issue that can arise from selling products without certification.
  • It is beneficial for the manufacturer as it helps in freely trading within the market.

 


 

 

Validity of BIS FMCS for Electrical Motors

 

To avoid any mishaps like fires or explosions, electrical motors are meticulously tested. As a result of positive test reports, an FMCS license is granted. Initial certification of the FMCS license is valid for two years. A renewal fee is then required from the manufacturer to renew their FMCS license. After a successful license renewal payment, a renewed certificate is issued. A renewed certificate is valid for a minimum of one year and a maximum of five years. If the certification is extended past the original certification's expiration date, the producer will be charged a late fee of Rs 5,000 by the BIS authorities.

 


 

 

Fee For BIS FMCS Registration for Electrical Motors

 

Particulars Fees
? Lab Test ? 25,000 + GST
?Application Fee ? 43,000 + GST
?Professional Fee

? 10,000 + GST

?Validity of CRS Registration 2 years
?Renewal Fee Same as application fee, additional our professional fee for renewal is ? 7,500.

Note : It typically takes 2-3 months to obtain FMCS Certification from

the BIS licensing authority.

 


 

 

Conclusion

 

FMCS certification is essential for electrical motor manufacturers to import within India. The license helps the manufacturer to expand their business within India. This certification has many merits which can help the organization to make a mark of its own in the market. It helps build a positive reputation and enhances the quality, safety, reliability, and performance of the electrical motors. FMCS license provides global recognition to the organization.

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