Fluence Gridstack Pro 2000 Surpasses Highest Standards for Energy Storage Fire and Explosion Safety
Fluence Energy (NASDAQ: FLNC) has announced successful completion of rigorous safety testing for its Gridstack Pro 2000 energy storage system. The testing, conducted with DNV and CSA Group, included deflagration and large-scale fire tests using Fluence's U.S.-manufactured battery modules. The system exceeded industry safety standards, including NFPA 68, NPFA 855, and UL 9540A requirements.
The deflagration testing at DNV's Spadeadam facility validated explosion mitigation features, while fire testing at Safe Laboratories demonstrated the system's ability to contain thermal events without propagation to neighboring enclosures. The tests included Fluence's battery modules manufactured in Utah, which recently achieved UL1973 certification.
The company also conducted product-level plume modeling to understand smoke and gas dispersion, supporting safety guidelines for permitting authorities and first responders.
Fluence Energy (NASDAQ: FLNC) ha annunciato il completamento con successo di rigorosi test di sicurezza per il suo sistema di accumulo energetico Gridstack Pro 2000. I test, condotti con DNV e CSA Group, hanno incluso prove di deflagrazione e test di incendio su larga scala utilizzando i moduli batteria prodotti negli Stati Uniti da Fluence. Il sistema ha superato gli standard di sicurezza del settore, compresi i requisiti NFPA 68, NPFA 855 e UL 9540A.
I test di deflagrazione presso la struttura Spadeadam di DNV hanno convalidato le caratteristiche di mitigazione delle esplosioni, mentre i test antincendio presso i Laboratori Safe hanno dimostrato la capacità del sistema di contenere eventi termici senza propagazione a contenitori vicini. I test hanno incluso i moduli batteria di Fluence prodotti in Utah, che hanno recentemente ottenuto la certificazione UL1973.
L'azienda ha anche condotto un modellamento delle plume a livello di prodotto per comprendere la dispersione di fumi e gas, supportando le linee guida di sicurezza per le autorità di autorizzazione e i primi soccorritori.
Fluence Energy (NASDAQ: FLNC) ha anunciado la finalización exitosa de rigurosas pruebas de seguridad para su sistema de almacenamiento de energía Gridstack Pro 2000. Las pruebas, realizadas junto con DNV y CSA Group, incluyeron pruebas de deflagración y pruebas de incendios a gran escala utilizando los módulos de baterías fabricados en EE. UU. por Fluence. El sistema superó los estándares de seguridad de la industria, incluidos los requisitos NFPA 68, NPFA 855 y UL 9540A.
Las pruebas de deflagración en la instalación Spadeadam de DNV validaron las características de mitigación de explosiones, mientras que las pruebas de incendio en Safe Laboratories demostraron la capacidad del sistema para contener eventos térmicos sin propagación a recintos vecinos. Las pruebas incluyeron los módulos de batería de Fluence fabricados en Utah, que recientemente lograron la certificación UL1973.
La empresa también realizó un modelado de plume a nivel de producto para entender la dispersión de humo y gases, apoyando las directrices de seguridad para las autoridades de permisos y los primeros respondedores.
플루언스 에너지(나스닥: FLNC)는 Gridstack Pro 2000 에너지 저장 시스템에 대해 엄격한 안전 테스트를 성공적으로 완료했다고 발표했습니다. DNV 및 CSA 그룹과 함께 진행된 이 테스트는 플루언스의 미국에서 제조된 배터리 모듈을 사용하여 폭발 및 대규모 화재 테스트를 포함했습니다. 이 시스템은 NFPA 68, NPFA 855, UL 9540A 요구 사항을 포함한 산업 안전 기준을 초과했습니다.
DNV의 스페이더댐 시설에서 실시된 폭발 테스트는 폭발 완화 기능을 검증했으며, Safe Laboratories에서 실시된 화재 테스트는 인근 격실로의 전파 없이 열적 사건을 억제하는 시스템의 능력을 입증했습니다. 이 테스트에는 최근 UL1973 인증을 받은 유타에서 제조된 플루언스 배터리 모듈이 포함되었습니다.
회사는 또한 승인 당국 및 첫 번째 대응자를 위한 안전 지침을 지원하기 위해 연기 및 가스 확산을 이해하기 위해 제품 수준의 플룸 모델링을 수행했습니다.
Fluence Energy (NASDAQ: FLNC) a annoncé l'achèvement réussi de tests de sécurité rigoureux pour son système de stockage d'énergie Gridstack Pro 2000. Les tests, réalisés avec DNV et CSA Group, comprenaient des tests de déflagration et des tests d'incendie à grande échelle utilisant les modules de batterie fabriqués aux États-Unis par Fluence. Le système a dépassé les normes de sécurité de l'industrie, y compris les exigences NFPA 68, NPFA 855 et UL 9540A.
Les tests de déflagration dans l'installation Spadeadam de DNV ont validé les caractéristiques de réduction des explosions, tandis que les tests incendie chez Safe Laboratories ont démontré la capacité du système à contenir des événements thermiques sans propagation vers les enceintes voisines. Les tests ont inclus les modules de batterie de Fluence fabriqués dans l'Utah, qui ont récemment obtenu la certification UL1973.
La société a également réalisé une modélisation des plumes au niveau des produits pour comprendre la dispersion de fumées et de gaz, soutenant les lignes directrices de sécurité pour les autorités de permis et les premiers intervenants.
Fluence Energy (NASDAQ: FLNC) hat den erfolgreichen Abschluss strenger Sicherheitsprüfungen für sein Energiespeichersystem Gridstack Pro 2000 bekannt gegeben. Die Tests, die in Zusammenarbeit mit DNV und CSA Group durchgeführt wurden, umfassten Deflagrations- und großangelegte Feuerprüfungen mit den in den USA hergestellten Batteriemodulen von Fluence. Das System übertraf die Sicherheitsstandards der Branche, einschließlich NFPA 68, NPFA 855 und UL 9540A Anforderungen.
Die Deflagrationstests im DNV-Spadeadam-Gelände bestätigten die Explosionsminderungsmerkmale, während die Brandtests in den Safe Laboratories die Fähigkeit des Systems demonstrierten, thermische Ereignisse ohne Ausbreitung auf benachbarte Gehäuse einzudämmen. Die Tests beinhalteten die von Fluence in Utah hergestellten Batteriemodule, die kürzlich die UL1973-Zertifizierung erhalten haben.
Das Unternehmen führte außerdem ein Produktlevel-Plume-Modellierung durch, um die Rauch- und Gasverbreitung zu verstehen, was die Sicherheitsrichtlinien für Genehmigungsbehörden und Ersthelfer unterstützt.
- Successfully passed rigorous safety testing exceeding industry standards
- Achieved UL1973 certification for U.S.-manufactured battery modules
- Demonstrated effective containment of thermal events without propagation
- Validated explosion mitigation features meeting NFPA requirements
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Insights
The successful deflagration and fire safety testing of Gridstack Pro 2000 represents a significant technical advancement in energy storage safety. The system's ability to contain thermal runaway to a single module and prevent propagation demonstrates superior engineering. Key safety features like deflagration panels and incipient gas detection establish new benchmarks for the industry.
The testing methodology was particularly comprehensive, going beyond standard UL 9540A requirements to include worst-case fire scenarios. The system's self-extinguishing capability and containment of thermal events to the origin enclosure validate its robust safety architecture. The collection of gas dispersion data and plume modeling analysis provides valuable insights for real-world emergency response protocols.
From a market perspective, this certification strengthens Fluence's competitive position in the rapidly growing energy storage sector. The U.S.-manufactured battery modules align with domestic content requirements, potentially qualifying for IRA tax credits and government contracts. The comprehensive safety validation addresses a critical concern in the energy storage market, potentially accelerating adoption among risk-averse utility customers and expanding market opportunities.
The proactive approach to safety standards and first responder training could streamline permitting processes and reduce installation barriers, particularly in densely populated areas where safety concerns often delay project approvals.
Deflagration testing conducted by Fluence and DNV, along with large-scale fire testing by Fluence and CSA Group, confirms Gridstack Pro 2000, featuring Fluence’s U.S.-manufactured battery modules, as the first domestic content solution to exceed the industry’s top safety standards
ARLINGTON, Va., Dec. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fluence Energy, Inc. (“Fluence”) (NASDAQ: FLNC), a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage, operational services, and asset optimization software, today announced the successful completion and passing of rigorous deflagration and fire safety testing for the first Gridstack Pro system. The fire test included Fluence’s U.S-manufactured battery modules, which began production in Utah earlier this year and recently achieved UL1973 certification. The modules, along with other U.S.-sourced components, are a key part of Fluence’s U.S.-manufactured product offering.
A series of dispersion and deflagration tests to evaluate the explosion mitigation features of Gridstack Pro 2000 was conducted at DNV’s Spadeadam Research and Testing in Cumbria, U.K., a world-leading fire and explosion research and testing facility. Dispersion testing verifies how quickly gases will dissipate from within the enclosure to prevent explosion conditions. Gases are accumulated within the test enclosure but are not ignited. Deflagration testing verifies explosion protection features, such as deflagration panels, work as designed. During deflagration testing, gases are intentionally ignited to cause deflagration. The results from the Gridstack Pro 2000 testing validate the deflagration vents and panels effectively mitigate explosion risks, meeting NFPA 68 and NPFA 855 requirements. A detailed report from DNV validates these safety performance results.
The large-scale fire test, conducted under the observation of the product testing, inspection, and certification organization CSA Group, significantly exceeded the requirements of the UL 9540A test standard. While UL 9540A unit level testing evaluates how thermal runaway may propagate through a battery system, it does not require actual fire conditions. The large-scale fire test on Gridstack Pro 2000, conducted at Safe Laboratories in North Carolina, involved a fully developed fire to validate enclosure separation distances, meeting the new large-scale fire test requirements in the upcoming NFPA 855 (2026). During testing, a fully populated enclosure burned without any fire suppression or firefighting efforts and self-extinguished without propagating to any neighboring enclosures or exposures. This worst-case scenario confirmed the system’s ability to mitigate fire risks and contain thermal events to the enclosure of origin. A detailed report from CSA validates these safety performance results.
“During the UL 9540A unit level test, Gridstack Pro 2000 with Fluence modules successfully contained thermal runaway to one module without propagating to additional modules, fire ignition, or deflagration,” said Chris Reed, CSA Group Product Safety Engineer. “Large-scale fire testing further reinforced the system’s safety credentials, demonstrating that no propagation occurred between enclosures when spaced at the minimum allowable distance, even under fully developed fire conditions.”
“This achievement marks a significant milestone for our Gridstack Pro line, designed with safety-first principles that underpin every Fluence solution,” said Rebecca Boll, Fluence SVP & Chief Product Officer. “The successful testing of Gridstack Pro 2000 demonstrates its strong safety performance and reliability, reinforcing customer and stakeholder confidence in our commitment to exceeding industry safety standards.”
In addition to validating fire containment performance, Fluence has taken the lead to exceed industry standards by collecting gas data during large-scale fire testing and conducting product-level plume modeling. Plume modeling analysis is used to better understand the composition and dispersion of smoke and gases generated during such events and support the development of safety guidelines for permitting authorities and first responders, with the goal of aligning emergency response measures with real-world conditions.
As a pioneer in deflagration and large-scale fire tests that have helped define safety standards since 2022, Fluence continues to lead the industry on safety. Fluence systems integrate advanced safety features, including incipient gas detection, fault detection, and deflagration panels, which work together to prevent, detect, and contain thermal events. These measures are intended, in the unlikely event of an incident, to minimize impacts, and reduce potential damage and downtime.
Fluence also engages proactively with permitting authorities and first responders by offering comprehensive training programs. These programs include instructor-led courses on battery energy storage safety and operations, covering topics such as system design, failure modes, and incident response. The goal is to prepare responders to address potential hazards safely and effectively.
About Fluence
Fluence Energy, Inc. (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. The Company's solutions and operational services are helping to create a more resilient grid and unlock the full potential of renewable portfolios. With gigawatts of projects successfully contracted, deployed, and under management across nearly 50 markets, the Company is transforming the way we power our world for a more sustainable future.
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