Summer battery storage safety tips and stockpiling advice!
Release Date:2023 / 06 / 30
With the arrival of the dog days of summer, the sweltering heat has returned. Pay attention to the safety of battery transportation and storage to avoid accidents.
I. Transportation Safety
Lithium batteries are usually shipped fully charged. During transportation, prevent short circuits. Do not touch the terminals or safety valves when handling batteries. Store batteries upright; do not invert or lay them flat. Handle batteries gently during loading and unloading, avoiding severe mechanical impacts, and strictly prohibit dropping, rolling, or heavy pressure. Additionally, outdoor temperatures are extremely high during the dog days, often accompanied by thunderstorms; therefore, avoid exposing batteries to direct sunlight and rain during transportation.
II. Storage Safety
During battery storage, high temperatures or poor ventilation can increase self-discharge. Therefore, certain environmental requirements apply when storing batteries:
1. A fixed storefront or warehouse (excluding residence) should be provided as a safe storage location for batteries, with a storage area of no less than 25 square meters;
2. The storage floor should be a hard tile or cement surface, kept clean and free of debris; the environment should be well-ventilated and dry. The battery storage location should be protected from direct sunlight, away from heat sources (at least 2 meters away), flammable and explosive materials, and chemicals, and should be protected against sun and moisture;
3. Storage temperature should be controlled between 5℃ and 40℃. If the temperature exceeds 40℃, effective cooling measures such as fan cooling or air conditioning must be taken. 4. When storing batteries centrally, they should be stacked separately. The maximum number of horizontal and vertical stacks per stack is 5. A gap of at least 20cm should be left between stacks to facilitate heat dissipation. The number of battery layers should follow the maximum number specified in the cardboard box. No items, especially conductive or corrosive items, should be placed on top of the batteries. 5. The battery storage area should be equipped with monitoring and alarm equipment, lighting equipment, and fire-fighting equipment. Daily inspections should be conducted to ensure fire safety.
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