Ensuring Safety in Battery Storage and Charging Areas with Medem’s Hydrogen Detection Solutions

Ensuring the safety of battery storage and charging areas is paramount, especially within Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) systems used in industrial settings and data centers. While hydrogen generation from batteries is typically minimal, the cumulative effect in large-scale environments can pose significant safety risks. This is where Medem UK’s advanced hydrogen and hydrogen sulfate detection solutions, offered through Tektraco, play a crucial role in maintaining a secure and reliable operational environment.

UPS systems are essential for maintaining continuous operations during power outages, relying on extensive battery banks to provide backup power. Traditionally, lead-acid batteries have been the go-to choice for these systems due to their reliability and cost-effectiveness. However, during the charging process, lead-acid batteries can produce hydrogen gas through the electrolysis of water, especially under conditions like overcharging, high temperatures, or battery degradation. In confined and densely packed battery storage areas, even small hydrogen leaks can accumulate, creating a risk of reaching flammable concentrations between 4% and 75% in air.

The Solution

Medem UK’s hydrogen detection systems are specifically designed to address these challenges. Utilizing advanced sensor technology, Medem’s equipment ensures accurate and timely detection of hydrogen gas, even at low concentrations. This real-time monitoring capability allows for immediate response to any detected leaks, preventing hazardous conditions before they escalate. The user-friendly interfaces and customizable alerts ensure that the right personnel are promptly informed in the event of a gas leak, enhancing overall safety and operational reliability. Additionally, these systems comply with industry standards and regulations, helping facilities meet necessary safety and compliance requirements effortlessly.

Tektraco’s mission to enhance gas safety

Tektraco has been at the forefront of enhancing safety across various industries in Malta by installing Medem’s cutting-edge gas detection equipment for a diverse range of clients. In hospitals, Tektraco ensures the safe storage of medical gas cylinders, such as oxygen, nitrous oxide, nitrogen and carbon dioxide, by implementing sensors for oxygen enrichment and/or depletion as well as carbon dioxide detectors, and installing alarms that advise the premises whenever any abnormalities are detected which would indicate leaking cylinders, valves or connections. In laboratories, Tektraco has installed Medem’s Pressure Proving and Gas Control systems. These systems allow staff to isolate specific sections of their pipelines using solenoid valves, only granting access to gases when and where needed. In addition, the systems are equipped with Medem’s patented pressure proving system that first checks the pipelines for leaks using dual pressure transfucers, and only fully opens the pipeline when the integrity of the pipeline is verified. These systems are also equipped with gas detectors that accurately detect ambient leaks of gases like hydrogen, LPG, acetylene, ammonia etc., and isolate the pipelines in case of any abnormalities. These technologies contribute towards safeguarding both personnel and sensitive research activities.

In conclusion, while hydrogen leakage from UPS batteries is generally manageable in smaller setups, large-scale environments like data centers and industrial UPS systems require comprehensive detection and management strategies. Medem UK’s hydrogen detection systems, available through Tektraco, provide the essential tools to monitor battery storage and charging areas effectively. By adopting these advanced solutions, facilities can ensure safety, regulatory compliance, and operational reliability, safeguarding their critical infrastructure and workforce.

For more information on Medem UK’s hydrogen detection solutions and how they can enhance the safety of your battery storage and charging areas, visit Medem’s Hydrogen Detection for Battery Charging Areas or contact Tektraco today.