Lithium-Ion Batteries (LIBs) Recycling - Safety and Sustainability Hand in Hand
Safety is at the core of every technological advancement and the recycling of Lithium-Ion Batteries (LIBs) is no exception.
As the global demand for cleaner energy and recovery of critical raw materials grows, ensuring the Safe and Efficient handling of LIBs is Essential —for our People and Planet.
Ensuring Operator Safety:
LIB’s handling has mainly the following risks:
- Electric charges (e.g. not proper discharged batteries)
- Fire (due to thermal runaway)
- Dust explosion
- Gas explosion
- Hazardous dust
- Black mass which is classified as CMR (Carcinogenic, Mutagenic and Reprotoxic substances)
Equipping operators with advanced protective gear (e.g. effective aspiration masks, sealed overall suits, and suitable gloves), appropriate tools and safe working conditions, along with well and continuously instructed personnel is a step in the right direction. When combined with high EHS standards, proper emergency protocols and frequent trainings & refreshers, significantly minimizes workplace risks during LIBs handling.
Preventing Fire and Explosion Risks:
LIBs recycling generates gas and dust or combination of both (hybrid mixture). If not properly managed, can become a fire and explosion risk.
A thermal runaway has a similar effect as an explosion. Therefore, implementation of effective safety measures such as inertization, fire extinguishing systems and explosion safety protection are mandatory.
Training Operators:
Safe and efficient plant operations start with well-trained personnel. Regular training programs ensure operators understand the hazards, risks, are familiar about safety protocols and know how to manage emergency situations.
An added value of these periodic training sessions is, it ensures that operators are running the advanced plant equipment with confidence and precision, which leads to increased plant uptime and improved efficiency.
Supporting Circular Economy:
By recycling and reusing valuable materials, we decrease the demand for new mining, preserve natural resources, comply with the latest EU directives, and actively support the circular economy.
By providing you cutting-edge plant solutions and periodic customized operator training including comprehensive plant assessment, we support you to safeguard your team while maximizing the efficiency and recovery yield of your recycling operations