Updated on December 12, 2024 11:22:31 AM
Room Air Conditioners (RACs) are mandated with energy efficient norms overseen by BEE. The appliance is marked with a star rating as per BEE regulation which checks conformity to the government guidelines on efficiency. RACs supplied by manufacturers also have to go through some certification and testing to check their compliance with these standards. Subsequent to gaining compliance and BEE registration, they can display the corresponding star rating labels on their products. The registration of BEE is therefore very important in the fight against inefficiency and power consumption. When buying products, consumers need to select those that are rated higher so they can be able to make good decisions that will lower their expenses on electricity and also make impacts of human activities to the environment minimal.
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A RAC fixed speed aims at cooling single rooms or some small areas and is a portable air conditioning system. Fixed-speed RACs are not like variable-speed models mentioned earlier, which work at varying speeds upon being switched on and once on, work at steady speeds. They include an internal unit with an evaporator coil, a fan, and an air filter and contain components like a compressor and a condenser coil in the external unit. The compressor works by circulating the refrigerant which consumes heat from the air inside the car and evacuates out the heat. While fixed-speed RACs are uncomplicated, the former could potentially be less efficient than variable-speed RACs owing to the equipment’s full capacity functionality. Yet, they are still used today for people who either do not want to spend extra money for a precise temperature control or for people who are not picky about the temperature of the devices.
For room air conditioners, particularly the fixed-speed ones, it is mandatory that they must be registered with the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) for several reasons:
Energy Efficiency: This makes it mandatory that air conditioners to be registered with BEE adhere to energy efficiency with the government regulations for fixed-speed models. Inverter air conditioners are said to be generally more energy-efficient than fixed-speed models but the registration under BEE secures the supply of the most energy-efficient air conditioners to minimize energy cost on electricity bills and energy consumption.
Consumer Confidence: The BEE registration is a quality mark that provides the customer with an assurance that an air conditioner that meets the prescribed energy efficiency test is being sold in the market.
Regulatory Compliance: BEE registration is mandatory for some products such as air conditioners in most countries including India, whereby manufacturers are mandated to meet certain restrictions on the lawful offers for the product with those not meeting the standard facing fines and prosecution.
Environmental Impact: Such registered air conditioners have a smaller carbon footprint and governments strive to increase energy efficiency while lowering greenhouse gas emissions and energy consumption.
Long-term Savings: While BEE-registered air conditioners can be slightly more expensive than those not registered, over the lifespan of an air conditioner, it is common for electricity savings by customers with lower tariffs to exceed the cost and provide options for cost recovery.
In summary, BEE registration is advisable for room air conditioners – more so the fixed-speed ones because consumers are assured of buying only efficient, compliant air conditioners that have been labeled safe for the environment and could save them money in the long run.
| Window Air Conditioning System (ISEER) | Split Air Conditioning System (ISEER) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Validity till 31 December 2024 | Validity till 31 December 2024 | ||||
| Star Level | Minimum | Maximum | Star Level | Minimum | Maximum |
| 1-Star | 2.7 | 2.89 | 1-Star | 3.3 | 3.49 |
| 2-Star | 2.9 | 3.09 | 2-Star | 3.5 | 3.79 |
| 3-Star | 3.1 | 3.29 | 3-Star | 3.8 | 4.39 |
| 4-Star | 3.3 | 3.49 | 4-Star | 4.4 | 4.99 |
| 5-Star | 3.5 | 5-Star | 5.0 | ||
The registration process for Room Air Conditioners (RACs) under the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) typically involves the following steps:
For registration of their product, the producer of the room air conditioners need to ensure that they meet the prescribed eligibility criteria set out by the BEE. This could include ensuring that all the necessary certifications are renewed and adhering to the energy efficiency recommendations under BEE.
Regulations regarding energy efficiency rating of any model of Room Air Conditioner ensure that the product can only be tested in accredited laboratories established by BEE. This testing usually involves evaluating characteristics such as cooling capacity, power consumption and other factors.
At the end of the testing procedure, the manufacturer is obliged to share with BEE all the collected data. This information includes the cooling capacity of RAC model, energy consumption of RAC model, the specific details of working principles etc.
The manufacturer submits the application for the BEE registration of the room air conditioner together with test reports, data, and documents required by the authority in all circumstances.
To ensure that the test results and data provided are conforming to energy efficiency provisions, BEE has conducted validation. BEE recognizes the registration of the RAC model provided that all the requirements have been met.
When the registration is approved, BEE attaches a label showing the energy efficiency rating of the concerned model of the Room Air Conditioner. This label should be placed on the packaging material and the product’s advertisements easily visible by the general public.
Manufacturers have the responsibility of continuously conforming to the set energy efficiency rules. As for the BEE requirements most of the registrations must be renewed at set intervals in order.
Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) Certificate Requirements for Room Air Conditioners:
The structure of fees that is charged during BEE Registration is divided into several parts. These include Company Registration Large scale is ₹1,00,000 while that of Small scale is ₹ 25000, Model registration fee is ₹2,000 per model while the Label fee differs in accordance to the particular appliance.
| Subject | Fees |
|---|---|
| Company registration(Large scale) | ₹1,00,000 |
| Company registration(Small scale) | ₹25,000 |
| Model registration(Per model) | ₹2,000 |
| Label fees(Per label) | Changes depending upon the appliance |
Note: The aforementioned Fees is exclusive of GST.
RACs imported and used in the country are governed by energy conservation regulations headed by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency in India. BEE registration assists in guaranteeing manufacturers meet laid down governmental energy efficiency requirements, thus cutting electricity consumption and costs while preserving the environment. As for the registration process, it includes manufacturer eligibility, testing of products, submission of testing data and application, verification and approval of application, issuance and labeling and renewal of labels. BEE certificate requirements, product test reports, details of manufacturer and OEM, and quality management documents are some of the documents needed. The registration fees that are charged depend on the BEE level that different appliances fall under.
At Professional Utilities, we leverage our industry knowledge and expertise to help businesses navigate complex regulations, minimize risks, and optimize operations for maximum efficiency and profitability.
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The registration of BEE guarantees that the room air conditioners meet certain energy efficiency benchmarking promoting consumer choices and energy preservation.
According to the energy efficiency standards of fixed speed room air conditioners in India, manufacturers and importers have been required to file their products with BEE.
The testing is done in a BEE accredited laboratory, to measure the efficiency of the Room air conditioners. Energy efficiency rating can be defined on the basis of specific criteria such as cooling ability and power consumption.
Due to energy consumption regulation standards, all the models and makes of room air conditioners sold or imported into the country need to be BEE registered.
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