BIS CERTIFICATION FOR SULPHATE RESISTING PORTLAND CEMENT IS 12330

In today's fiercely competitive landscape, maintaining market presence hinges on offering products of impeccable quality and securing necessary certifications. In India, compliance with standards like the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is essential for market entry. To obtain BIS certification and deliver products of consistent quality, manufacturers must adhere to specific Indian standards. Let's delve into IS 12330, which pertains to Sulphate Resisting Portland cement.

IS 12330 outlines the guidelines for Sulphate Resisting Portland cement, detailing its manufacturing process, chemical composition, physical attributes, and the requisite testing procedures.

Sulphate-resistant Portland cement is manufactured through the precise grinding and thorough mixing of calcareous, argillaceous, and other materials rich in silica, alumina, and iron oxide. These components are subjected to clinkering temperatures, followed by grinding to achieve the desired cement quality outlined in this specification. Post-burning, only gypsum, water, or a maximum of one percent of air-entraining agents may be incorporated.

Sulphate Resisting Portland Cement (SRPC) is a specialized variant of Portland cement characterized by its low Tricalcium Aluminate (C3A) content, less than 5%, and a combined C3A and calcium aluminoferrite (C4AF) content of less than 25%. This composition minimizes the formation of sulphate salts, thereby lowering the risk of sulphate attack on concrete.

When subjected to designated testing methodologies, Sulphate Resistant Portland Cement must conform to the chemical and physical criteria outlined in the standard.

TESTS

Below are the primary tests for Sulphate Resistant Portland Cement are:

Insoluble Residue
Loss of ignition
Fineness
Setting time
Soundness
Compressive Strength
Transverse Strength Test

Also Read: Quality Control Order For Cement

An appropriately maintained laboratory is necessary for conducting various tests as per the methods outlined in the standard.

Packing and labeling must adhere to the specifications outlined in IS 12330. Each bag or drum of Sulphate Resisting Portland cement should bear the BIS Standard Mark (ISI Mark) on its label, ensuring compliance with the specifications. Manufacturers are required to obtain a BIS license from the Bureau of Indian Standards to use the standard mark (ISI Mark). This license is granted following a thorough assessment of manufacturing infrastructure, quality control measures, testing capabilities, and production processes.

PROCESS FOR BIS ISI MARK CERTIFICATION

INDIAN STANDARD FOR CEMENTS

IS Number	Product Name
IS 1489 (PART 2)	PORTLAND POZZOLANA CEMENT
IS 16415:2015	COMPOSITE CEMENT
IS 455:2015	PORTLAND SLAG CEMENT
IS 12600	LOW HEAT PORTLAND CEMENT
IS 1489 (PART 1): 2015	PORTLAND POZZOLANA CEMENT
IS 269:2015	ORDINARY PORTLAND CEMENT
IS 3466:1988	MASONRY CEMENT
IS 6909:1990	SUPERSULPHATED CEMENT
IS 8042:2015	WHITE PORTLAND CEMENT
IS 6452:1989	HIGH ALUMINA CEMENT
IS 8043:1991	HYDROPHOBIC PORTLAND CEMENT
IS 8229:1986	OIL WELL CEMENT
IS 15895:2011	HIGH ALUMINA REFRACTORY CEMENT
IS 16993:2018	MICROFINE ORDINARY PORTLAND CEMENT

BIS CERTIFICATION PROCESS

Acquiring a BIS license requires a comprehensive review of manufacturing infrastructure, quality control abilities, testing resources, and production procedures. This thorough assessment guarantees that products not only adhere to regulations but also prioritize consumer safety and reliability.

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