- Rising Incidence of Residential and Industrial Lithium-ion Battery Fires Sparks Urgent Need for Advanced Safety Measures
- FCL-X™ recently passed the Dutch standardized test (known as the NTA 8133) which is the most rigorous test on portable fire extinguishers for lithium-ion battery fires in the world.
- FCL-X™ has exceptional cooling capability and has demonstrated no reignition while demonstrating the best cell survival rate of any portable fire extinguishers tested to date.
- FCL-X™ is now available direct to consumers at AMAZON link here
- FCL continues to have discussions with larger regional and national distributors to formalize sales of FCL-X™ products to the commercial, industrial and public sectors.
Full Circle Lithium Corp. ("FCL" or the "Company") (TSXV: FCLI) (OTCQB: FCLIF), a USA-based lithium products manufacturer, is pleased to announce that its FCL-X™ specialty lithium-ion battery fire extinguisher is now available to the public in North America through AMAZON.
With the global rise in the use of lithium-ion batteries across various devices, there has been a concerning increase in the incidence of lithium-ion battery fires. As these fires pose significant risks to personal safety and property, the demand for an effective fire suppression solution has never been more critical. FCL-X™ is at the very forefront of the critical fight against lithium-ion battery fires and is expected to attract serious attention in this new and growing global market. FCL has and will continue to have discussions with distributors in the fire suppression industry that have significant reach in North America in the commercial, industrial and public sectors.
Lithium battery fires, often caused by thermal runaway, present unique challenges due to their high energy release and potential for re-ignition. Traditional fire extinguishers fail to address these fires effectively, leaving users vulnerable to repeated outbreaks, reignition, and prolonged danger. The FCL-X™ specialty lithium-ion battery fire extinguisher is specifically engineered to quickly, safely, and fully extinguish lithium battery fires. Its advanced design and technology offer unmatched protection, ensuring swift action to mitigate risks and safeguard lives and property. In addition, FCL-X™ has achieved the world-renowned leading lithium-ion battery fire extinguishing Dutch Standard Designation (the "NTA 8133"), other preliminary tests are on-going to obtain a final report and stamp.
Key features of the FCL-X™ Lithium-ion Battery Fire Extinguisher include:
- Immediate Response: FCL-X™ is designed for rapid deployment, allowing users to tackle fires at the onset, significantly reducing damage and danger.
- Comprehensive Safety: Utilizing a proprietary water-based, non-toxic, non-PFAS, environmentally friendly extinguishing agent, the FCL-X™ ensures user safety and minimizes environmental impact.
- Compact and Portable Design: FCL-X™ lithium-ion battery fire extinguisher is available in a compact 2.5-gallon format making it easy to store and access, ideal for homes, offices, and many other settings.
"We are witnessing an unprecedented rise in lithium battery fires as these batteries become integral to modern technology. These fires aren't limited to just industrial and commercial settings. Nearly every household in North America contains multiple lithium batteries, powering devices such as laptops, e-bikes, power tools, cell phones, and electric vehicles." said Carlos Vicens, CEO of Full Circle Lithium. "FCL-X™ is a critical innovation, providing a reliable and effective solution where traditional extinguishers fall short. Its availability on AMAZON means more people can protect themselves and their homes with the best safety technology available."
The FCL-X™ Extinguisher in its 2.5-gallon version is now accessible to consumers and businesses via AMAZON in North America only, offering a robust line of defense against the growing threat of lithium battery fires. Additional sizes and formats will be available soon.
FCL-X™ is Uniquely Formulated to Fight Lithium-ion Battery Fires
Lithium-ion battery fires are the result of thermal runaway and catastrophic failure of the battery, caused by factors such as overcharging, overheating, physical damage, or internal battery malfunction, posing significant risks to property, life, and the environment. Thermal runaway happens when Lithium-ion batteries hit high temperatures, releasing toxic gases and igniting. Cooling the entire battery pack is crucial to stop the reaction in the damaged cells of the battery and prevent overheating and ignition in additional cells. FCL-X™ was specifically designed to extinguish and mitigate the hazards of Lithium-ion battery fires and also to quickly cool additional battery cells in the battery module.