Insafe, the UK distributor for Chubbsafes, has launched a Lithium Ion Battery Safe range to provide reliable and tested solutions for the safe storage and charging of lithium batteries.
The range includes two models, the Lithium Ion Battery Safe Lite and the Lithium Ion Battery Safe Pro, designed to meet different levels of operational and safety requirements across commercial and industrial environments.
Says Simon Arthur, Managing Director at Insafe: “With lithium batteries now powering a wide range of tools, devices and workplace technologies, fire safety has become a critical consideration. These new Chubbsafes solutions have been developed to help reduce the risks associated with charging and storing lithium batteries, while maintaining practical functionality and ease of use.”
The Chubbsafes Lithium Ion Battery Safe Lite is a purpose-built cabinet designed to safely store and charge lithium batteries. Its fire-resistant construction, including Euroclass A1 insulation, provides protection against both internal and external fire exposure.
Two integrated fire alarms, located inside and outside the cabinet, offer early detection in the event of overheating or malfunction. Surge-protected power sockets enable safe charging, and perforated steel shelving provides a 50-kilogram load capacity per shelf. Optional features include electronic locks, additional power strips and connection to a building’s ventilation system.
For higher-risk or more demanding applications, the Chubbsafes Lithium-Ion Battery Safe Pro provides advanced fire containment and suppression capabilities. Certified to EN 14470-1 and EN 1363-1, it offers up to 105 minutes of fire protection from outside to inside and 90 minutes from inside to outside.
Built to EI 180mm Type A1 and NF EN 13501-2 standards, the Pro features thermo-expanding door seals for automatic smoke and flame suppression, surge-protected sockets and adjustable perforated shelves. Optional systems include an automatic fire extinguisher, smoke detector and integrated alarm notifications.
“Simon Arthur added: “By introducing both Lite and Pro options, Insafe supports organisations in choosing the level of bespoke protection that best suits their operational needs. It reflects Chubbsafes’ commitment to evolving with workplace safety challenges, giving businesses confidence their lithium batteries can be stored and charged safely, whatever the scale of their operations.”
The Lite model is available in three sizes, 185-litre, 730-litre and 1000-litre, all finished in RAL 9010 white to complement professional environments. The Pro model is available in four sizes, from 165 to 665 litres, each with a durable RAL 9010 white finish.
The Chubbsafes Lithium Ion Battery Safe Lite and Pro models are available to order through Insafe. Full specifications and technical details are available at www.insafe.co.uk.