Certificate of Seismic Resistance (
Seismic resistance is a property that allows equipment or structures to be used in areas where there is an increased risk of land subsidence, as well as in the territory of enterprises such as nuclear, industrial, chemical, mining, construction, etc. In order to prove the existence of such an attribute to both the buyer and the customer, it is necessary to draw up an appropriate certificate.
What is the Russian Earthquake Resistance Certificate?
The Russian Earthquake Resistance Certificate is a document that certifies the possibility and safety of the use of equipment in conditions of increased danger. This certificate is also required when manufacturing or importing equipment used in an industrial setting. Some have high loads, some of which are equivalent to 5-6 or more.
Is it mandatory to obtain a Russian Earthquake Resistance Certificate?
This Russian seismic certificate is issued voluntarily. There are some mandatory certificates that apply to the same equipment that can be tested for seismic levels. However, this seismic certificate is not mandatory. Therefore, it is up to the manufacturer to decide whether certification is necessary.
Important: According to statistics, those equipment manufacturers or business owners are faster to achieve profitability, find partners or large investors. So, the cost is worth it in both the short and long term.
How to register for a Russian earthquake certificate.
Follow the instructions to register:
drafting applications; apply to the authority that has the authority to issue the certificate;
Preparation of documents; Review of documents, verification of technical parameters according to standards (TU or GOST);
preparation for inspections and tests;
Take the test. Issuance of conclusions and issuance of official seismic certificates.
Important: Only certification bodies authorized by the Russian Seismic Certification are allowed to participate in the preparation of documents. Otherwise, the received seismic certificate will not be legally valid.
What are the checks and tests to be carried out before the issuance of the Russian Earthquake Resistance Certificate?
Conduct different types of test studies and analyses:
Statistics. Dynamic analysis.
Climate. Thermal analysis;
fatigue of supports and auxiliary structures;
Resistant to complex nonlinear loads;
Resistant to vibration shocks.
Loss of bending resistance.
impact resistance; Other trials.
Must be tested and verified:
According to GOST standards or Russian TU technical specifications.
According to the prescribed certification scheme.
Test on modern equipment.
Test under the most natural operating conditions.
Seismic tests are carried out in accordance with the standards and terms specified in the normative documents. Companies (even if they are authorized to certify) cannot independently draw up a list of tests and adjust the current rules.
I confirm the seismic resistance of the device according to what.
Criteria for confirming that a device meets its characteristics include:
Analysis of drawings, taking into account specifications;
Testing with certified equipment to determine the dynamic parameters of the product under test;
Use professional software modeling to check the stability under different conditions;
In this regard, the companies involved in the issuance of the certificate must meet the following conditions:
There is licensed software;
Have competent professionals who are able to model conditions using the drawings provided in the model;
Functionally functioning certified equipment suitable for inspection in accordance with GOST standards, TU technical specifications or other regulatory documents;
There is an accurate measuring device to record the results.
Accreditation and other documents from an authorized certification body are required, otherwise the company will not be able to legally provide services to its customers.
When making calculations.
When obtaining a certificate of seismic resistance in Russia, simulation calculations are allowed. But the method only works in the following cases:
Inspections are carried out on complex and bulky systems that are too large to fit on the equipment bracket. For example, pumping, heat exchange, capacitive equipment, substations.
A technology with frequencies between 1-30 Hz and no resonance.
Devices that have previously been tested and have come to good conclusions.
This also includes similar devices produced by equipment manufacturers that have been successfully tested several times.
If the product being tested does not fall into the above categories, the calculation is not sufficient as a basis for the issuance of a certificate. In this case, real vibration tests with different dynamic or static modes must be carried out. Reproduce loads up to class 9**.
NOTE: Climatic tests or thermal tests are always based on practical methods. Calculations are not enough.
Which products require a Russian seismic certificate?
The list of products that require a seismic certificate includes:
power equipment; Converter.
Transformer. Lighting equipment.
other electrical products;
Air conditioner. Fan.
Ventilation system equipment for domestic or industrial use;
Piping systems and their fittings.
racks. Wire equipment.
Fire fighting equipment. Cable.
Conducting wire. Monitoring system.
communication systems; Navigation devices.
Contact our company for a free consultation and you will get an accurate answer as to whether your product requires a Russian seismic certificate.
Why do I need to get a certificate of seismic resistance for equipment?
Although this seismic certificate is in the voluntary category, it cannot be useful if it is not issued:
Engaging in construction work in high-risk areas;
Provision of equipment or machinery in areas with high activity;
At the same time, the advantages associated with having a certificate of conformity issued by the manufacturer are emphasized:
Confirm the quality of the goods;
expand the customer base;
increase buyer trust and loyalty;
Expand your business; Opportunity to obtain ** tender;
Improve the reputation of the business in the market.
Therefore, it is better not to postpone obtaining voluntary Russian seismic certification. Spend the least amount of time now and get a good return in the long run.
What documents do I need to get a Russian seismic certificate?
To obtain a Russian Earthquake Resistance Certificate, the following documents need to be prepared:
A completed and properly executed application form;
Technical documentation, according to which test products are produced. This can be either a GOST standard or a TU technical specification.
A description of the technical and general characteristics of the product being examined. These include:
Full name of the product. scope of use;
HS code;
Product No.; Other Information;
If the product is imported, a copy of the international contract is required;
Certificates, declarations and other certificates in mandatory format;
If there is a ** test report, it will also be attached to the list;
A copy of the TIN, bylaws, and OGRN certified by a notary public;
Manufacturer information, including:
Full name; Bank details.
legal address; **
Additional documents may also be required. The specific list will be formed after the details of the study certificate are obtained. If you choose our company, you won't have to deal with document collection for a long time. With the full consulting support of our managers, the whole process is carried out quickly and smoothly.
The Russian seismic certificate certification service** also depends on the type of certified product, the specificity of the inspection and other criteria.