Lithium-ion batteries can experience thermal runaway, a rapid and uncontrollable rise in temperature that may lead to fire or explosion. Understanding these hazards is essential for evaluating property exposures and implementing effective loss prevention strategies.
As lithium-ion batteries are integrated into more systems, their risk profile continues to evolve. Staying informed through expert research helps organizations anticipate new challenges and adapt their risk management practices accordingly.
Battery failures can result in significant damage to facilities and disrupt critical operations. Proactive risk management helps organizations safeguard assets, minimize downtime, and maintain business continuity in the face of emerging energy storage technologies.
Explore FM's engineering-based data sheets for guidance on preventing property loss and managing hazards, including those related to lithium-ion batteries.
FM’s Data Sheets provide engineering-based recommendations for protecting property from a wide range of hazards—including those associated with lithium-ion batteries.
Access expert-led training modules that address the complexities of lithium-ion battery fires, energy storage system risks, and best practices for safe facility management.
This training module introduces the challenges of lithium-ion battery incidents. While designed for responders, it offers valuable context for partner companies evaluating risk.
A short video demonstrating how a battery’s state of charge influences its hazard potential—useful for understanding the dynamics of thermal runaway and fire risk.
Conducted at the FM Research Campus, this test evaluates the fire hazards posed by lithium-ion battery-based energy storage systems (ESS), specifically those utilizing lithium-ion phosphate (LFP) batteries.
Explore the science, risks, and real-world impact of lithium-ion battery energy systems and learn how to mitigate potential hazards through research-backed insights.
This infographic explores the unique risks lithium-ion batteries pose to property and operations.
A deep dive into the science behind lithium-ion battery hazards, available through FM’s Resource Catalog.
Stay up to date with the latest findings and expert perspectives on lithium-ion battery hazards, storage, and fire protection challenges across industries.
Lithium-ion batteries are everywhere. Now there’s guidance on storing and manufacturing them.
Demand for lithium (Li-ion) batteries is on the rise due to the battery’s high energy density, minimal memory loss, and low loss of charge when not in use.
Data centers and battery energy storage systems are more of the potential areas where off-gas detection could be useful.