Use a "smart" container to safely ship lithium batteries
Shenzhen's busiest container port is ready to choose a "smart" container to transport batteries safely.There is now growing concern about the danger of carrying lithium batteries in containers.Related companies have jointly proposed a design with fire-proof insulation and flame-retardant, sensor and shockproof capabilities, while developing a blockchain-based transport information system.
As demand for the electric industry increases, battery shipments have been increasing rapidly.In particular, lithium batteries have caught fire, causing port authorities and shipowners to request that the goods be declared dangerous.Authorities say that real-time monitoring could reduce the risk of explosions during transportation and could prevent fires by developing special container materials to increase insulation and flame retardant.
The consequences of lithium-fuel fires may be more severe than other fires.First, they are difficult to put out, prone to thermal runaway, and risk an explosion.Secondly, due to the heat generated, reignition after the fire is extinguished is another major risk.
Insucompany TTClub has called for vigilance as lithium-ion battery shipments continue to grow. Fox, director of risk management, said: " Shipper must take all practical steps to ensure that their lithium batteries are certified and that their classification, packaging, packaging, labeling and declaration are correct. "Frankly, a minority of criminals are motivated to avoid compliance and get goods into the supply chain, which poses a huge risk for all.