Ensuring Excellence and Safety at Every Step

Rigorous third-party evaluations confirm that our lithium-ion battery technology meets the highest safety and reliability standards. We explore how our fail-safe design, from cell to complete product, underscores our commitment to safety and excellence.

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Fail-Safe Design for Battery Energy Storage

A cornerstone of Viridi’s technology is our innovative fail-safe design, which isolates each cell to prevent failure from spreading to adjacent cells. This unique design stands alone in the market as the only solution safe for installation and operation in occupied spaces and around critical equipment, regardless of the environment. Our technology ensures that during a thermal event, there is no smoke and no fire, creating an exceptionally safe space for our users. The resilience of our technology against thermal runaway showcases the robustness and reliability of our design.

UL Listing

UL Listing is a rigorous process that ensures our systems have been tested by UL to nationally recognized safety and sustainability standards. This certification provides our customers with the confidence that our products meet stringent safety requirements, making them reliable and trustworthy. The UL Listing process involves comprehensive testing and evaluation, which is crucial for maintaining high safety standards in our products.

Field Evaluation

Field Evaluation is another critical aspect of our safety protocol. This thorough inspection is conducted by a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) to ensure that our systems meet specific standards. The evaluation checks compliance with safety standards, proper installation, and functionality, all without extended real-world use. This step is essential for verifying that our products operate safely and effectively in the field.

Product Line-up Evaluation Poster

Individual Product Evaluation

Each of our products undergoes rigorous individual evaluations to ensure they meet specific safety standards. Below are details of the evaluations and certifications for the components that make up our key products:

rps150 BESS (Battery Energy Storage System)

• UL 9540 / UL 1973: Our Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) was field-evaluated by TUV Rheinland for functional safety.
• SPE-1000: The BESS was also field-evaluated by eSAFE to meet Canadian safety requirements.

rps50 BATTERY PACK

• UL 9540A: This test evaluates the thermal runaway fire propagation in battery energy storage systems at both the cell and module levels.

Vcom EDGE DEVICE

• UL 62368: UL Listed to the primary safety standard for consumer electronics, covering audio/video, information, and communication technology equipment.
• UL 121201: UL Listed electrical equipment for use in hazardous locations.

INVERTER

• UL 1741: UL Listed safety standard for inverter and power converter equipment used in renewable energy systems.

BMS (Battery Management System)

• UL 991 / UL 1998: Evaluated to UL standards for hardware and software that perform safety-related functions.

CELL / MODULE

• UN 38.3: Tested to ensure that the cell and module are safe for transportation.
• UL 1642: Cells are listed to ensure they are safe to use.
• UL 2580: Cells were listed and evaluated to electric vehicle standards for safety under simulated abuse conditions.
• UL 9540A: Cell and module level test method for evaluating thermal runaway fire propagation in battery energy storage systems.

 

Viridi showcased anti-propagation battery fire containment and suppressant system to group of First Responders

Viridi Supports Soteria’s Battery 101: Battery Safety Training for First Responders

“Supporting Soteria’s Battery 101 training is vital to ensuring the safety of our first responders,” said Wayne Garrett, Chief Commercial Officer. “Demonstrating our Anti-Propagation Thermal Management System in action highlights how we’re leading the way in preventing lithium-ion battery fires from escalating. Our innovative solution removes the need for external fire suppression, offering a dependable and passive safety measure that first responders can trust.”

Manufactured in Buffalo, NY

Viridi stands at the forefront of sustainable energy and inclusive opportunity, with our manufacturing rooted in Buffalo’s Eastside. We are proud to highlight that 90% of our production team represents people of color, making us a beacon of diversity in the industry. This commitment to inclusivity not only enriches our company culture but also drives us to innovate and excel in the energy sector.

At Viridi, safety and excellence are more than just goals—they are our commitment to our customers and the community. Our fail-safe design, rigorous third-party evaluations, and dedication to diversity ensure that we deliver top-quality products that meet the highest standards. By prioritizing these values, we continue to lead the way in sustainable energy solutions.