Genius FLEX-BOX foldable transport & storage box Plastic container for lithium-ion batteries
- foldable reusable hazardous goods containers
- available in 6 sizes
- Variants: Basic, Advanced, Premium
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Technical data
| ADR special provision: | SV 310, SV 376, SV 377 |
|---|---|
| Areas of application: | Automotive, E-Bike batteries, Loose cells, Prototypes, Recycling centers |
| Battery status: | New, Defective |
| Encoding: | 4H2, 50H |
| Material designation: | High-density polyethylene (HDPE) |
| Suitable for critically defective?: | No |
Product information „GENIUS FLEX-BOX foldable transport & storage box“
Overview
The GENIUS FLEX-BOXes are foldable reusable hazardous goods containers for the safe storage, transport, and disposal of lithium-ion batteries and other critical hazardous goods. The container systems were specially developed for industrial applications and enable safe and economical handling along the entire logistics chain – from production logistics and service operations to recycling and disposal processes.
Thanks to the foldable design, storage and transport volume can be significantly reduced when empty. The Flex-Boxes are available in various size classes as well as in the Basic, Advanced, and Premium versions, allowing them to be adapted to different safety requirements.
Scope of Delivery
Depending on the version and container size, the scope of delivery includes:
- foldable reusable hazardous goods container
- lid system with tensioning and securing elements
- integrated interior equipment
- labeling in accordance with hazardous goods regulations
- transport and safety instructions
- optional thermal protection materials
- optional fire protection filling with PyroBubbles®
Differences Between the Variants
|
|
Basic |
Advanced |
Premium |
|
Filling material |
without |
E-glass fiber needle mats |
E-glass fiber needle mats |
|
Active fire protection agent with filter effect |
without |
without |
PyroBubbles cushions with filter effect for increased protection |
|
Approved for the following battery types |
new |
new, defective, prototypes |
new, defective, prototypes |
Available sizes
| Genius FLEX-BOX 240 |
1 140 x 595 x 635 mm |
| Genius FLEX-BOX 625 |
1 200 x 800 x 923 mm |
| Genius FLEX-BOX 790 |
1 200 x 1 000 x 1 000 mm |
| Genius FLEX-BOX 1580 |
1 700 x 1 140 x 1 157 mm |
| Genius FLEX-BOX 975 |
2 250 x 1 140 x 635 mm |
| Genius FLEX-BOX 2900 |
2 800 x 1 800 x 827 mm |
Technical Data
Product type: foldable reusable hazardous goods container
Available sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL
Design: foldable and reusable
Material: robust plastic and composite construction
Application area: storage, transport, and disposal of lithium-ion batteries
Transport routes: road, rail, air freight, and sea freight (depending on model)
Application Area & Use
The FLEX-BOXes are suitable for a wide range of applications in the professional handling of lithium-ion batteries and hazardous goods.
Typical areas of use:
- transport of damaged or defective lithium batteries
- storage of critical energy storage devices
- take-back and recycling logistics
- automotive and industrial applications
- workshop and service areas
- battery tests and prototype transports
- disposal and quarantine processes
Approvals & Safety Features
The FLEX-BOXes meet international requirements for hazardous goods packaging and were specially developed for the safe handling of lithium batteries.
Safety features
- stable reusable construction
- foldable container system
- secure fixation of the transported goods
- thermal protection systems depending on version
- industrial and reusable design
- suitable for different battery formats
Transport approvals (depending on model)
- ADR
- RID
- IMDG
- RTDG
- partially IATA-DGR
The Premium versions with PyroBubbles® provide additional protection in the event of thermal reactions and support the safe handling of lithium-ion batteries.
Notes on Use & Operation
The FLEX-BOXes may only be used in accordance with the applicable hazardous goods and packaging regulations. Before each use, the container, interior equipment, and locking systems must be checked for damage and full functionality.
When transporting defective or critically damaged lithium batteries, the currently applicable ADR, IMDG, RID, or IATA requirements must be observed. The permissible payloads and maximum battery dimensions must not be exceeded.
For applications with increased hazard potential, the use of the Advanced or Premium versions with extended thermal protection systems is recommended.
Summary
The FLEX-BOXes offer a professional and flexible solution for the safe storage, transport, and disposal of lithium-ion batteries. Thanks to the combination of foldable reusable construction, international hazardous goods approvals, and different safety levels, the systems are suitable for industrial applications along the entire battery logistics chain.
The Basic, Advanced, and Premium variants enable application-specific selection – from standardized battery transport to the safe handling of critical or damaged energy storage devices with increased fire protection requirements.
| ADR special provision: | SV 310, SV 376, SV 377 |
|---|---|
| Areas of application: | Automotive, E-Bike batteries, Loose cells, Prototypes, Recycling centers |
| Battery status: | New, Defective |
| Encoding: | 4H2, 50H |
| Material designation: | High-density polyethylene (HDPE) |
| Suitable for critically defective?: | No |
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FAQ
That depends on various factors that need to be considered:
- size of the battery(ies)
- condition (e.g. non-critical, defective, critically defective or prototype)
- power
Transport boxes are available in many different sizes and specifications. The packaging group for which the box is suitable is indicated for each product.
Find out more in our blog article:
https://www.lion-care.com/aktuelles/blog/transportvorschriften-regeln-und-sicherheitsmassnahmen
Even if the batteries are not critical, remember to protect them from shocks and to order appropriate filling material if it is not already included in the box.
Yes. Should a battery reach a critical state and cause a fire, separating the batteries will prevent the fire from spreading and multiplying.
Generally, the insulation and protection material should line all sides of the container. The batteries are stored between individual layers.
We also have containers in our program that already have the protective material integrated into the outer wall. No further protective layer is necessary here.
The technical principles for storage and transportation solutions are very similar. The transport boxes are also subjected to extensive tests in accordance with ADR (drop test, fire test, etc.) to confirm compliance with the ADR regulations. The packaging regulations are extensive and regulated by law.
There are currently no comparable regulations for storage. Nevertheless, manufacturers of storage boxes regularly carry out appropriate tests.
The right container depends on the type and size of the battery to be shipped or stored.
If you want to learn more about battery storage and transportation, you will find the answers in our blog articles:
https://www.lion-care.com/aktuelles/blog/transportvorschriften-regeln-und-sicherheitsmassnahmen
https://www.lion-care.com/aktuelles/blog/lithium-ionen-akkus-sicherer-umgang-und-richtige-lagerung
The transportation of batteries is subject to ADR regulations.
The number, size and weight, energy density and condition of the batteries are crucial parameters for finding a suitable transport container for lithium-ion batteries. The selection process is complex and should be carried out by appropriately trained personnel. We have a trained hazardous materials officer on our team. Please feel free to contact us.
Plastic containers are cheaper but not as durable as metal containers. They are suitable, for example, for non-critical batteries, defective batteries, prototypes and end-of-life batteries. They can be used for both storage and transportation.
Metal containers are required, for example, when dealing with critically defective batteries.
The exact packaging instructions for these cases can be found in the ADR or by consulting a certified hazardous materials specialist.
To date, there are no legal requirements for the storage of lithium-ion batteries, which does not mean that they should be stored without suitable protective measures.
It is best to check with your insurer to find out which measures they recognize as suitable in the event of a claim.
For example, a suitable box could already be recognized as spatial separation.
A rough overview can be found in this VDS publication from the GDV:
https://shop. vds.de/download/vds-3103/ccb1d439-ad9d-47cb-a2b1-ace23e155610
Please also read our blog article on this topic:
https://www.lion-care.com/aktuelles/blog/lithium-ionen-akkus-sicherer-umgang-und-richtige-lagerung
That depends on various factors that need to be considered:
- size of the battery(ies)
- condition (e.g. non-critical, defective, critically defective or prototype)
- power
Transport boxes are available in many different sizes and specifications. The packaging group for which the box is suitable is indicated for each product.
Find out more in our blog article:
https://www.lion-care.com/aktuelles/blog/transportvorschriften-regeln-und-sicherheitsmassnahmen
Even if the batteries are not critical, remember to protect them from shocks and to order appropriate filling material if it is not already included in the box.
Yes. Should a battery reach a critical state and cause a fire, separating the batteries will prevent the fire from spreading and multiplying.
Generally, the insulation and protection material should line all sides of the container. The batteries are stored between individual layers.
We also have containers in our program that already have the protective material integrated into the outer wall. No further protective layer is necessary here.
The technical principles for storage and transportation solutions are very similar. The transport boxes are also subjected to extensive tests in accordance with ADR (drop test, fire test, etc.) to confirm compliance with the ADR regulations. The packaging regulations are extensive and regulated by law.
There are currently no comparable regulations for storage. Nevertheless, manufacturers of storage boxes regularly carry out appropriate tests.
The right container depends on the type and size of the battery to be shipped or stored.
If you want to learn more about battery storage and transportation, you will find the answers in our blog articles:
https://www.lion-care.com/aktuelles/blog/transportvorschriften-regeln-und-sicherheitsmassnahmen
https://www.lion-care.com/aktuelles/blog/lithium-ionen-akkus-sicherer-umgang-und-richtige-lagerung
The transportation of batteries is subject to ADR regulations.
The number, size and weight, energy density and condition of the batteries are crucial parameters for finding a suitable transport container for lithium-ion batteries. The selection process is complex and should be carried out by appropriately trained personnel. We have a trained hazardous materials officer on our team. Please feel free to contact us.
Plastic containers are cheaper but not as durable as metal containers. They are suitable, for example, for non-critical batteries, defective batteries, prototypes and end-of-life batteries. They can be used for both storage and transportation.
Metal containers are required, for example, when dealing with critically defective batteries.
The exact packaging instructions for these cases can be found in the ADR or by consulting a certified hazardous materials specialist.
To date, there are no legal requirements for the storage of lithium-ion batteries, which does not mean that they should be stored without suitable protective measures.
It is best to check with your insurer to find out which measures they recognize as suitable in the event of a claim.
For example, a suitable box could already be recognized as spatial separation.
A rough overview can be found in this VDS publication from the GDV:
https://shop. vds.de/download/vds-3103/ccb1d439-ad9d-47cb-a2b1-ace23e155610
Please also read our blog article on this topic:
https://www.lion-care.com/aktuelles/blog/lithium-ionen-akkus-sicherer-umgang-und-richtige-lagerung