Learn all about the different lithium-ion battery storage solutions available and how they can help you to keep your operations — and your people — safe. As you know from our article on thermal runaway, the best ways to prevent a lithium-ion (Li-ion) fire are to set up processes around the proper care and maintenance of your batteries. There are several ways you should do this to keep them in good condition, which we outline in that resource, so head over there if you haven’t read that one already. But prevention isn’t just process-driven. When the safety of your people is on...

Get to grips with the basics of lithium-ion batteries in this helpful glossary, including all those need-to-know terms that might have otherwise left you scratching your head. Batteries of any kind can quickly get technical. You’ve got enough on your plate without having to learn the ins-and-outs of how lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries work, but a basic understanding is important for making sure you’re using them safely and responsibly.  Read on for an alphabetised list of the most commonly used terminologies talked about by Li-ion battery suppliers, battery pack designers, and OEMs — the words and phrases you’re most likely to...

Prevention is the best form of defence against the risks associated with lithium-ion batteries. What steps can you take to keep yours in safe, working order?  For many businesses, the first sign that one of their lithium-ion batteries has become damaged is sadly a fire. Given the various risks associated with lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries, it's essential you know how to recognise the warning signs before an incident occurs. Sometimes, damage to a cell will be obvious. But with a good eye and an awareness of what to look for, you might also be able to spot instances that could lead...

Powerful battery technology fuelled by lithium ions is changing the way many of us go about our jobs. But what is a lithium-ion battery and how does it work? They’re in your phone and your laptop. Your electric toothbrush, and a growing number of medical devices. They power your doorbell camera and the golf cart you use to get across the green. You might not see a lithium-ion battery very often but they’re around you every day at home and increasingly in the workplace, where across industries they’re fuelling a new wave of innovation, sustainability, and efficiency. But how do...

Lithium-ion batteries are a popular choice for sites looking to improve efficiency and reduce operating costs. However, charging them comes with greater than usual risk.  We’re so used to charging things that most of the time we don’t give it a second thought. Plug it in. Walk away. Come back when it’s fully charged and ready to go. Usually, this isn’t a problem. But with lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries, you need to be a little bit more careful. It’s no secret that these rechargeable batteries can explode or catch fire when damaged, but did you know that the same can also...

What are the advantages of using lithium-ion batteries compared to other battery cell types and how do they stack up against the disadvantages?  Lithium-ion batteries are known for being lightweight. But their use comes with certain limitations that can weigh heavily on your shoulders, if they’re not used responsibly.  There are both advantages and disadvantages to utilising lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries within your operations. Key to safely adopting them (or not) is getting your head around what those advantages and disadvantages are and whether your operations can shoulder them. Read on to find out the benefits of using Li-ion batteries, as...

Lithium batteries have become a mainstay in our technological society, powering everything from our mobile phones and laptops to electric vehicles. However, despite their wide use, the hazards associated with lithium batteries - particularly during storage - can be substantial if not properly managed. Lithium batteries, when improperly stored, can lead to fires, explosions, toxic gas releases, and other risks to health and safety.  If you're interested in learning about how to manage and mitigate these risks, then this article is a must-read. We'll take a detailed look at safety measures, such as using safety cabinets certified to EN 14470-1...

How are lithium-ion batteries impacting the environment and will investing in lithium-ion technology help your sustainability initiatives or hinder them? We all leave footprints, but when it comes to the environment, it’s not always immediately clear whether we’re wearing size eights, nines, tens, or a pair of clown shoes. The problem is that our environmental impacts extend across the supply chain, so while things might appear green on-site or around the office, the story is often decidedly murkier when you start looking into the original sourcing, manufacturing stages, and logistics associated with your operations. Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries are a clear...

The more you know about thermal runaway, the better equipped you’ll be to prevent it from ever happening on your site, to your operations. Lithium-ion battery fires are catching everyone out. E-bike sheds, construction sites, docks and even commercial flights are just some of the locations to experience lithium-ion (Li-ion) fires in recent times. These aren’t any ordinary fires. They burn hot, they spread fast, and they’re incredibly difficult to put out. In some cases, the temperatures involved are such that the fires have actually re-ignited after having been extinguished. (More on that below.) On the surface, they can be...