Sub-Approval under Regulation 208(3) of the Coal Mines Regulations, 2017 for Flameproof Half Coupler & accessories, Model No- CCBX1A rated at 11000 V, 500A, Gunmetal manufactured by M/s. Victor Products Limited, UK conforming to EN/IEC 60079-0:2018 and EN 60079-1:2014 for use in belowground Coal Mines – Renewal thereof.

Sir,

Please refer to your online application No. E-29021/61788/2023/Electrical (HQ) dated 02.01.2024 on the above subject and test reports and other documents submitted therewith in this regard. 

I, in exercise of powers conferred upon Chief Inspector of Mines (also designated as Director General of Mines Safety) under Regulation 208(3) of the Coal Mines Regulations, 2017, hereby renew the approval (DGMS Approval No. 698 of 2015) granted vide this Directorate's letter No. 591/1286/EHQ dated 14.07.2015 for a further period of two years, i.e. up to 21.03.2026 for use in belowground Coal Mines.  The conditions mentioned in the original approval and subsequent renewal letters, if any, shall be strictly complied with and the test reports of all the electrical items covered under approval, conforming to the latest testing standards, shall be submitted within three months, if not submitted before.

The application for renewal should be made at least three (03) months before the date of expiry of this approval.

Yours Sincerely,