Ul9540a energy storage battery testing service

What is ul 9540a testing?

UL 9540A testing provides manufacturers with a competitive edge by demonstrating compliance with industry and regulatory safety requirements, opening doors to new markets and customers. A test article at SwRI enables UL 9540A testing for energy storage systems. SwRI performs R&D and testing for energy storage systems.

What is ul9540a?

As ESS moves into building/urban environments, there is concern regarding fire containment/mitigation in the event of thermal runaway. UL9540A is intended to provide technical information on ESS behavior under thermal runaway. Testing is conducted at the cell, module, unit, and (if needed) system levels.

When was ul 9540a updated?

As fire codes evolved, and UL gained additional experience with battery ESS fire propagation testing, thermal runaway characteristic, and the data needed by code authorities, UL 9540A was updated in rapid succession with a second edition published in January 2018 and a third edition published in June 2018.

How can ul help with large energy storage systems?

We conduct custom research to help identify and address the unique performance and safety issues associated with large energy storage systems. Research offerings include: UL can test your large energy storage systems (ESS) based on UL 9540 and provide ESS certification to help identify the safety and performance of your system.

Does SwRI provide ul 9540a certification?

While SwRI has performed many UL 9540A development tests in the past, SwRI is slated to provide official UL 9540A certification at module and unit level. Third-party testing and certification from UL, a trusted global safety science organization, instills confidence in end-users and stakeholders, fostering trust in the client’s brand.

Does Southwest Research Institute perform ul 9540a testing?

Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and staffed by experienced experts in energy storage safety. We perform UL 9540A testing in an indoor burn facility which utilizes a pollution abatement system that eliminates the release of harmful substances into the environment.