Fasteners step bolts for steel structures are special types of bolts designed to help people climb up to the top of tall steel structures like transmission towers. These bolts have a set of steps or rungs that resemble a ladder, making it safe and secure for workers and maintenance staff to climb up and down them. These step bolts' main objective is to make climb and descent on steel structures for maintenance, inspections, and repairs convenient and safe. The safety of employees who need to access elevated regions on steel buildings, where traditional ladders or steps may not be viable or practical, is greatly enhanced by their use.Top of Form

Fasteners step bolts for steel structure is addressed under IS 10238:2001.This standard outlines the specific requirements, sampling methods, and testing method applicable to fasteners step bolt.

By adhering to IS 10238:2001, manufacturers and users can ensure the quality and compatibility of fasteners step bolts.

THE REQUIREMENTS FOR FASTENERS- STEP BOLTS FOR STEEL STRUCTURES INCLUDE:

1.      All production that meets Indian Standards and is covered by the license must bear the Standard ISI Mark.

2.      Each bolt must come with two hexagon nuts.

3.      For safety, when using step bolts to access the top of a structure, a person's total weight, including bolts, nuts, tools, and tackles, should not exceed 150 kg.

4.      IS 6639 covers hexagon bolts used in general steel structure fabrication. The step bolts must be of product Grade C, as defined by IS 1367 (Part 2).

5.      They must also meet the requirements of property class 4.6, as defined in IS 1367 (Part 3).Mating nuts and washers must meet IS 14394 specifications. The step bolts' surface discontinuities should comply with IS 1367 (Part 9/See 2).

6.      IS 1367 (Part 17) must be followed for sampling, inspection, and acceptance criteria.

7.      A laboratory should be maintained to conduct various tests specified in the standard, following the specified methods.

8.      Labeling and marking must be done in accordance with IS 10238:2001.

9.      Packaging of step bolts should align with IS 1367 (Part 18).

TESTS TO BE PERFORMED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE METHOD SPECIFIED IN THE STANDARD.

·       Dimensions and Tolerances

·       Tensile test

·       Proof load test

·       Hardness test

·       Yield strength test

·       Finished test

Process for BIS ISI Mark Certification 

To know the process in detail, please visit:

• ISI Mark Certification for Domestic Manufactures

• ISI Mark Certification for Foreign Manufactures

Under BIS Registration Products ISI and CRS

·       BIS CRS Registration For IT Products List

·       ISI Mark Registration For ISI Products List

CONCLUSION

Obtaining BIS certification is a crucial step for manufacturers, importers, and sellers before launching their products in the market. The ISI Mark Certification enables companies to manufacture and sell their products across India seamlessly, without any disruptions.

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