10 prevention measures for storing EOS

EOS (Energy Storage Systems) are recently gaining popularity among businesses and contribute to the sustainability of your business. EOS are used to store electricity at times when electricity production is high and demand is low. When the electricity grid becomes overloaded (grid congestion), you can use EOS to make the stored energy available again at times when, on the contrary, demand exceeds production. There are risks associated with EOS storage. Although they usually operate safely, fire damage can have serious consequences for the continuity of your business. A good prevention policy is therefore crucial to keep these risks manageable. The team at Meijers Risk Engineering explains how effective prevention advice can help you minimise the risks associated with this method of storage, especially for your fire insurance, so that you can operate with peace of mind.

Applications of EOS
‘Recently, we have been getting more questions about insuring EOS (Energy Storage Systems) at companies,’ explains Eelko van den Hooff. 'What is an EOS? Simply put, an EOS is a system, usually consisting of lithium-ion batteries, that temporarily stores electricity for later use. EOS systems can store large amounts of energy, which ranges from kilowatt hours to megawatt hours. It is mainly used for storing renewable solar and wind energy. They can replace diesel generators at events and serve as a power system for, among others, electric ships in both the ‘Due to rising energy prices and the phasing out of the net-metering scheme, we expect more companies and also individuals to switch to such a system. At the moment, mainly lithium-containing batteries are used, whose fire behaviour can vary considerably per type' indicates risk engineer Eelko van den Hooff.

Prevention measures for safe EOS storage:

1. Place the EOS outside the premises, preferably about 10 metres from other structures.
2. Ensure good emergency accessibility.
3. Install collision barriers.
4. Install warning pictograms.
5. Install fencing to prevent unauthorised access.
6. Implement a monitoring system that switches off charging and use automatically.
7. Install gas and smoke detectors.
8. Install a climate control system that detects extreme temperature fluctuations.
9. Install the EOS container with temperature detection.
10. Provide an alarm system with call forwarding and quick follow-up, coupled with automatic shutdown of charging systems.

Questions?
Want to know more about risk management of Energy Storage Systems?The Meijers Risk Engineering team stresses the importance of taking extra care when installing EOS in your business.Meijers offers specific insurance solutions for these challenges.Our technical expertise in Risk Engineering makes us the ideal partner and advisor to identify and manage your company's risks.For questions, please contact Eelko van den Hooff or Pascal Saura.