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Reducing fire hazards from lithium ion batteries

Safeguard your property from the threat of fire hazards that can stem from the mishandling of lithium ion batteries.

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Published 08/14/2024

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Lithium ion batteries are everywhere in today's world, powering our smartphones, laptops, and electric vehicles. As the battery packs increase in size and capacity, the risk of energetic failures and fires becomes a real concern. Our safety checklist provides tips on reducing the fire hazards of lithium ion batteries.

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Munich Re Specialty – North America

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