Safe storage and charging of Li-Ion batteries: EVSolutions and LOXXER Poland on certified standards for services and industry

Lithium-ion batteries have become an integral part of the operation of modern automotive service centers, manufacturing plants, warehouses, and maintenance departments. With their increasing numbers, the issue of safe charging and storage of batteries becomes fundamentally important. In the latest video, the CEO of EVSolutions, Mateusz Gawroniuk, and Szymon Witt from LOXXER Poland summarize their ongoing distribution cooperation and discuss the certified solutions of the LOXXER series fire cabinets that address real thermal risks associated with Li-Ion technology.

Li-Ion Batteries in Modern Workshops and Industrial Facilities

From power tools, forklifts, and micromobility to diagnostic modules and components for hybrid and electric vehicles, lithium-ion batteries are now operating in almost every sector of the economy.

From a fire safety perspective, however, Li-Ion cells present entirely new challenges. In the event of a manufacturing defect, mechanical damage, overcharging, or overheating, a rapid thermal runaway phenomenon can occur.

Traditional extinguishing agents cannot stop the chain reaction occurring within the cells, which, in the absence of appropriate safeguards, poses a direct fire hazard to the facility, property damage, and the emission of toxic gases.

Expert Meeting: EVSolutions and LOXXER Poland

A working meeting summarizing the first months of strategic distribution cooperation was held in the training room of LOXXER Poland. The CEO of EVSolutions, Mateusz Gawroniuk, and the representative of the LOXXER brand, Szymon Witt analyzed the needs of Polish enterprises regarding the organization of safe battery charging areas.

As emphasized during the conversation, the modern market no longer seeks single products purchased ad hoc, but rather comprehensive engineering consulting. EVSolutions, as the official distribution partner of LOXXER in Poland, provides clients with full support: from auditing workshop or warehouse space, through selecting the cabinet size, to developing operational procedures and training personnel.

Strict VDMA 24994 Certification – Protection Up to 17 kWh

In the fire protection segment for batteries, technical credibility confirmed by independent studies is crucial. The main topic of discussion was the standard VDMA 24994 – currently the most stringent testing standard for cabinets designed for storing and charging lithium-ion batteries in Europe.

The presented cabinet,LOXXER LOX 2000 has full VDMA 24994 certification for a fire load of total energy up to 17 kWh.

This means that even in the scenario of total, simultaneous thermal runaway and rapid ignition of the batteries contained within:

• Fire, flames, and shock waves are 100% contained within the cabinet's body,

• A special gas filtration and venting system reduces internal pressure and the emission of hazardous substances,

• The facility, service hall, and employees in the immediate vicinity remain completely safe.

Integrated Model: Equipment + Procedure + Training

The implementation of LOXXER cabinets aligns with the philosophy of protecting technical facilities promoted by EVSolutions: equipment + procedure + training. The certified storage device creates a safe buffer zone, allowing for unattended charging of batteries (e.g., after service hours or at night) without the risk of losing the company's infrastructure.

All advisory, auditing, and distribution activities of EVSolutions in the area of battery safety are carried out under the constant patronage of the Polish Chamber of Electromobility Development (PIRE).