What is a fireproof battery cabinet or battery container?

A fireproof battery cabinet - often referred to as battery cabinet, lithium cabinet or li-ion cabinet - is designed specifically for the safe storage and/or charging of lithium-ion batteries. Lithium batteries can go into thermal runaway if damaged, overheated or charged incorrectly. A battery cabinet helps reduce damage and provides additional time for evacuation and incident response.

• Storage of small and large li-ion batteries
• Charging with integrated power outlets or charging rails
• Fire protection to the outside én (depending on model) to the inside
• Compartmentalization to limit escalation
• Safe smoke and heat exhaust via controlled ventilation

Connection to PGS 37-1 guideline

The directive PGS 37-1 provides guidance on the safe storage of lithium-containing energy carriers. Our fire-resistant battery cabinets and battery containers align with this by paying attention to:

• Fire resistance (F60, F90 or depending on model)
• Compartmentalization of batteries to inhibit internal escalation
• Ventilation: natural or mechanical exhaust of smoke and heat
• Detection and alarm options (temperature, smoke, forwarding)
• Charge protection and cable management

Hiltra recommends the right battery cabinet for your situation based on battery type, energy density, work process, indoor/outdoor placement and requirements of HSE, insurance and building management.

Our models: battery cabinets, battery containers & battery boxes

1. Fireproof battery cabinet (for indoor installation)

Compact lithium cabinets for warehouses, workshops and testing environments. Suitable for storage én (optional) charging.

• F60-F90 fireproof
• Option: loading facility per compartment
• Temperature and smoke detection (optional)

2. Battery container (outdoor installation)

Sturdy fireproof battery containers for larger quantities of lithium batteries. Ideal for logistics companies, e-mobility, e-bike and AGV parks.

• Suitable for storage, charging or both
• Full fireproof enclosure
• Mechanical ventilation with smoke control
• Customized electrical installation

3. Battery box/quarantine box

For suspect, damaged or degraded li-ion batteries, a battery box is required. (heat-resistant, sealed container level) is a safe solution.

• Suitable for incident management
• Limited internal escalation
• Usable as a temporary isolation room

Frequently asked questions about fireproof battery cabinets

Advice or quote for your fireproof battery box or battery container

Send your battery list (type, Wh/kWh, number), location and usage (storage/charging). We provide a full consultation én documentation for HSE, insurance & audits.

Request a quote Call Hiltra directly