New High-Performance Fire Blanket to Suppress Li-Ion Battery Fires

A newly developed range of high-performance, multi-use lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery fire blankets has been launched by SafeQuip. These blankets are specifically designed to address fires involving devices with Li-ion batteries, providing a crucial tool for safety in environments where these batteries are in use. Developed by AVD Fire, the new fire blankets are engineered to withstand extremely high temperatures in an oxidising atmosphere for prolonged periods. They are robust enough to provide protection against potential debris and shrapnel expelled during a battery fire, ensuring comprehensive safety. Understanding Li-ion battery fires Li-ion batteries are widely used from smartphones and laptops to electric vehicles and energy storage systems. While these batteries are generally safe, they can pose significant fire risks under certain conditions, such as physical damage, manufacturing defects, or exposure to…