Fire Protection Retrofit Solution for Energy Storage Projects

Why should you use a FirePro battery storage system?

Utilizing total flooding technology, FirePro systems quickly cool and smother fires, reducing the possibility re-ignition and thermal runaway propagation. Tested and proven, they ensure rapid, efficient fire control, making them essential for safeguarding your battery storage solutions.

What is battery energy storage fire prevention & mitigation?

In 2019, EPRI began the Battery Energy Storage Fire Prevention and Mitigation – Phase I research project, convened a group of experts, and conducted a series of energy storage site surveys and industry workshops to identify critical research and development (R&D) needs regarding battery safety.

Why do you need a fire suppression system?

Tested and proven, they ensure rapid, efficient fire control, making them essential for safeguarding your battery storage solutions. Firetrace International's focused suppression systems are the industry-leading option to suppress fires in electrical control cabinets and PCS.

What is firetrace & how does it work?

Firetrace International's focused suppression systems are the industry-leading option to suppress fires in electrical control cabinets and PCS. Using proprietary detection, it directly targets fires, deploying a clean agent that protects sensitive equipment and requires no cleanup.

What happened at Gateway energy storage facility?

On May 15, 2024, Gateway Energy Storage Facility in San Diego, California, experienced a BESS fire with continued flare-ups for seven days following the fire. The facility held about 15,000 nickel manganese cobalt lithium-ion batteries.

How are Bess installations evaluated for fire protection and Hazard Mitigation?

In 2020 and 2021, eight BESS installations were evaluated for fire protection and hazard mitigation using the ESIC Reference HMA. Review specifications, design drawings, performance data, and operations and maintenance documentation provided by the site host participant. Document important safety-relevant features (and lack thereof).