Safety requirements and regulations
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As a leading provider of innovative packaging solutions for the logistics industry, wi-sales GmbH understands the immense importance of safety when handling lithium-ion batteries.
At a time when these energy storage devices are increasingly being used in a wide variety of applications, it is essential to know and comply with the strict safety requirements and regulations for their transportation and storage.
This guide provides you with a comprehensive overview of the most important aspects and shows how our specially developed solutions can help you comply with these regulations.
Aspects and information
- UN regulations: Lithium-ion batteries: UN number 3480, dangerous goods class 9
- Packaging requirements: Protection against mechanical stress, short circuits and fire
- Storage: temperature control (15°C – 30°C), fire protection measures, avoidance of electrostatic discharges
- Intralogistics: Well-ventilated, easily accessible storage locations, regular inspections
The challenges of transporting lithium-ion batteries
The safe transportation of lithium-ion batteries presents companies with complex challenges.
These energy storage devices fall under category 9 of UN number 3480 and are subject to strict international regulations.
The large load carriers for batteries from wi-sales are specially designed to meet these requirements and enable efficient logistics at the same time.
Special packaging requirements
Packaging plays a crucial role in the safe transportation of lithium-ion batteries.
It must be robust enough to withstand mechanical stress, prevent short circuits and provide protection in the event of fire.
Our ThorPak® battery pallets are specially designed to meet these requirements and offer maximum safety.
Correct labeling and documentation
Precise labeling of the packaging with the prescribed dangerous goods labels is essential.
In addition, all necessary transport documents must be filled out completely and correctly.
Wi-sales supports you not only with suitable packaging solutions, but also with comprehensive know-how on correct handling and documentation.
Safe storage of lithium-ion batteries
The storage of lithium-ion batteries requires just as much care as their transportation.
Fire protection, temperature control and the avoidance of electrostatic discharge are the main aspects here.
Effective fire protection systems
Storage locations for lithium-ion batteries must be equipped with effective fire-fighting systems.
Regular checks for potential sources of fire are essential.
The storage boxes for lithium-ion batteries are designed to enable a rapid response in the event of a fire and to minimize the spread of fire.
Optimum temperature control
The storage temperature for lithium-ion batteries should ideally be between 15°C and 30°C to ensure their chemical stability.
Our storage systems are designed to keep these temperatures constant and thus maximize the service life and safety of the batteries.
Protection against electrostatic discharge
Electrostatic discharges can become dangerous sources of ignition.
It is therefore important to take measures to prevent them.
The storage solutions developed by wi-sales take this aspect into account and offer integrated protection against electrostatic discharges.
Intralogistics: The key to safe handling
Internal logistics play a crucial role in the safe handling of lithium-ion batteries.
A well thought-out storage location design and regular inspections are of central importance here.
Optimized storage space design
Storage areas for lithium-ion batteries must be easily accessible and well ventilated to prevent the formation of explosive gases.
The small charge carriers for batteries are designed to ensure optimum ventilation and can also be stacked to save space.
Regular inspections and maintenance
Regular inspections of stock levels and conditions are essential to ensure long-term safety.
Wi-sales not only offers the right containers, but also supports you with expert knowledge in the development of efficient inspection and maintenance routines.
Innovative solutions for maximum safety
As a specialist in innovative packaging solutions, wi-sales GmbH has developed a range of products that are specially tailored to the requirements of transporting and storing lithium-ion batteries.
ThorPak® series for battery transportation
The ThorPak® series offers a wide range of large load carriers specially designed for the safe transportation of lithium-ion batteries.
These containers are characterized by their robustness, adaptability and 100% recyclability.
Conclusion and outlook
Compliance with safety requirements and regulations for the transportation and storage of lithium-ion batteries is crucial for the safety of people and the environment.
With the innovative solutions from wi-sales GmbH, you can effectively master these challenges and optimize your logistics processes at the same time.
By combining technical expertise and customer-oriented service, we offer you tailor-made solutions that not only meet current requirements, but are also equipped for future developments.