S Jones Conversions launches new tiered battery storage solution range
Iain Hoey
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Battery storage range expands with Green Battery Store
S Jones Conversions has developed an entry-level battery storage solution called the Green Battery Store as part of its battery storage range.
The company said the unit is intended for lower-risk applications to house batteries categorised as ‘green’ or low risk by the Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations (DSEAR) assessment.
It is described as providing environmental protection and basic electrical safety for storing smaller quantities of batteries in lower-risk scenarios.
The Green Battery Store is available in sizes from 8’6″ to 40ft.
The unit’s listed features include aluminium louvre vents, fire-resistant board linings, an HVAC system and an anti-vandal multi-locking personnel door.
It is described as suited to use where risk assessments identify minimal fire and explosion hazard or where facilities have existing safety infrastructure.
How the tiered range is described
The Green Battery Store is described as the latest addition to a tiered range with units categorised by the level of safety features required.
Alongside Green, the tiers are described as Bronze for moderate-risk applications, Silver for higher-risk applications and Gold for the most demanding scenarios including destructive battery testing.
The company said selecting the most appropriate solution depends on the DSEAR assessment and considerations including property insurer requirements, local fire authority guidance, battery chemistry and volume, proximity to other infrastructure and risk tolerance of third parties.
Andrew Nicholls, Head of Conversions at S Jones Containers commented: “Over the last few years we’ve established our reputation as a ‘go to’ partner for containerised battery storage and testing units.
“Our new tiered approach to the range is an important development – making it even easier for our customers to choose the solution that best meets their specific project needs including budget requirements.
“The new Green Battery Store provides an affordable solution that still puts safety first for peace of mind.”
Features described for Bronze, Silver and Gold tiers
S Jones Containers’ Bronze Battery Store is described as combining fire-retardant passive protection with active environmental controls as well as explosion venting and thermal management.
It is described as intended to contain and mitigate hazards during normal operation and minor thermal events.
Silver is described as building on Bronze with 60-minute fire-rated compartmentalisation, automated fire detection and integrated sprinkler capability.
Gold is described as featuring independent gas detection, temperature monitoring and automated mechanical ventilation response as well as fire and explosion risk reduction features.
It is also described as including hermetically sealed access doors and gas detection systems.
The Gold tier is described as designed for high-risk applications including ultra-high-density storage and lithium-ion battery cell destructive testing, with a design intended to reduce exposure to toxic gases that may be released during the testing process.