Battery fire suppression system regulations are key to mitigating risk
By Will Hall - 14th December 2021
UK – Increasing demand for electric buses highlights the need for increased regulation covering battery management systems; currently, there are no regulations outlining the use of battery fire suppression systems on electric commercial vehicles. James Mountain, Sales and Marketing Director at Fire Shield Systems¹ explores the risks associated with li-ion batteries, examining how OEMs and component suppliers can mitigate them effectively.
Mitigating the risk – the need for a unified standard