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iEFD
Battery energy storage systems are being deployed at an unprecedented pace, necessitating dedicated fire protection measures to mitigate their unique fire risk profile. As opposed to more traditional industrial applications, lithium batteries present their own specific set of challenges and necessitate dedicated fire suppression solutions to minimize damages and downtime.
MoviTHERM's early fire detection (EFD) system offers unparalleled situational awareness to both operators and first responders. Utilizing thermal imaging cameras, this cloud-based solution monitors batteries, detects hot spots and lowers risk.
As soon as a fire occurs, this system immediately notifies control room staff with real-time alarms and notifications via real-time alarms and notifications, and allows rapid activation of water cannons to stop it at its source and minimize facility damage. The interactive MapVIEW feature of iEFD further aids emergency planning and response times while being integrated with fire suppression systems for an even stronger solution.
To ensure the safety of your lithium battery energy storage system, investing in robust lithium battery fire protection solutions is paramount.
F-500 Encapsulator Agent
HCT's F-500 cooling agent uses micelle encapsulation to target and remove hydrocarbon liquids and vapors, inhibit free radical coalescence, reduce toxins significantly and is non-toxic, non-corrosive and environmentally friendly compared to foam alternatives. Plus it does not contain fluorines or PFAS which makes its disposal nonhazardous according to RCRA CFR261.
Quickly extinguishes Class A, AFFF and AR-AFFF foam fires; liquid and powder Class B fires both polar and nonpolar as well as Class D metal fires; as well as lithium battery fires it is the only agent capable of stopping thermal runaway in its tracks.
F-500 quickly cools fuel and structures by creating micelles (chemical cocoons). It eliminates scorching steam, prevents burn back, provides superior burn-through resistance, significantly decreases carcinogenic toxins concentration at nozzle and station and significantly decreases inventory requirements of fire station. With its water-driven proportioner system, F-500 can also replace any existing bladder tank for increased versatility and reduced inventory requirements in fire stations.
NFPA and NEN-recognized
As lithium batteries continue to play an increasingly crucial role in modern devices and electric vehicles, fire protection experts must recognize the unique risks they present. Lithium batteries contain Class A, B and C fire hazards which must be approached differently than traditional fires in order to extinguish.
Lithium battery fires occur due to overheated individual cells due to electrical short circuits, overcharging, rapid discharge or physical abuse. When this happens, cells begin self-heating causing a chain reaction that quickly escalates into an explosion with toxic gases being released from within the battery itself and finally to its destruction by fire and explosion.
As battery expert at the National Fire Sprinkler Association, Jeff Dunkel monitors high profile battery fires in the news and works to ensure NFPA standards address this issue. According to him, prevention of energy storage system (ESS) fires involves various strategies including technology, proper handling and storage practices, inspections/maintenance routines as well as gas detection with chemical suppression.
Monitoring
An efficient fire alarm monitoring system ensures you will get help before your problem becomes worse. Once smoke and heat have been identified, they are sent directly to a monitoring center, where emergency services can quickly be dispatched, significantly decreasing response time for authorities and leading to less property damage and increased safety for everyone in your home or workplace.
Fire alarm control panels (FACPs) serve as the central hub of your fire system. Engineers performing servicing will test that the FACP is working correctly and communicating with all sensors appropriately, and verify a stable power supply while simulating power outages to check backup battery systems.
Monitored systems work around-the-clock, no matter where you are or who is present in your building. Should an incident arise such as fire or other emergency, the monitoring center will notify authorities as well as notify you via phone call, text message, or mobile app alerting them of what has occurred.
