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Understanding IS 6911 Stainless Steel Sheet/Strips and the Mandatory BIS Certification

In India's expanding stainless steel industry, quality, safety, and compliance are paramount. IS 6911:1992, a standard established by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), outlines the requirements for stainless steel plate, sheet, and strip-commonly used across utensils, architecture, automotive, and industrial applications. With the introduction of Quality Control Orders...

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Storage Units as per IS 17634, QCO on Furniture, and the Role of Omega QMS Pvt Ltd in BIS Certification

Introduction The Indian furniture industry has been undergoing a major transformation with the implementation of stringent quality standards to ensure durability, safety, and compliance with both domestic and international benchmarks. The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has introduced IS 17634:2022, which sets forth the technical and performance requirements for storage units. Additionally, the Furniture (Quality Control) Order, 2025 (QCO) has made it mandatory for manufacturers...

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Medical and Surgical Gloves (Quality Control) Order, 2024: Ensuring Compliance and Quality Standards

Introduction The medical and surgical gloves industry is critical for healthcare, ensuring safety and hygiene for medical professionals and patients. Recognizing the need for stringent quality control, the Government of India has introduced the Medical and Surgical Gloves (Quality Control) Order, 2024, under the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Act, 2016. This order mandates...

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Comprehensive Overview of the Compulsory Registration Scheme

(CRS) in India The Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS), initiated by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) under the authority of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), was launched to regulate the quality and safety of electronics and information technology products in India. This initiative ensures that products meet Indian Standards before they...

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Positive Impact of Quality Control Orders (QCO) on the Footwear Industry in India

The introduction of Quality Control Orders (QCOs) in the footwear sector is proving to be a transformational policy measure for the Indian industry. By setting mandatory quality standards, the government aims to enhance product safety, global competitiveness, and domestic manufacturing while attracting foreign investments and creating large-scale employment opportunities. Several global brands have responded positively to these regulatory changes,...

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Understanding Indian Standards, QCO on Steel, and the Role of Omega QMS Pvt Ltd in BIS Licencing for Foreign Manufacturers

Introduction India has one of the most stringent quality control regulations to ensure the safety, reliability, and efficiency of products across various industries. The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is the apex body responsible for developing and enforcing Indian Standards (IS), ensuring compliance with national and international benchmarks. For both domestic and foreign manufacturers, compliance with BIS regulations is mandatory to sell products...

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Bearings (Quality Control) Order, 2025: Ensuring Standardization and Quality Compliance

Introduction to the Bearings (Quality Control) Order, 2025 The Bearings (Quality Control) Order, 2025 (BIS QCO for Bearings, 2025) has been introduced by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Department for Promotion of Industry & Internal Trade (DPIIT) under the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Act, 2016. The order aims to standardize and regulate the quality...

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