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wi-sales ThorPak ® Battery – Transport and storage containers for lithium-ion batteries

Technical data

Battery status: New, Defective
Encoding: 4H2, 50H
Material: Polypropylene, Steel
Packaging group: I, II and III
Packaging instruction according to ADR: LP 903, LP 904, LP 905, P 908, P 909, P 910
Suitable for critically defective?: No

Product information „wi-sales ThorPak ® Battery – Transport and storage containers“

The ThorPak ® battery bulk carriers are specially developed, certified reusable containers for the safe transport and storage of new and defective lithium-ion batteries. They meet the highest standards for dangerous goods packaging and are approved for use in road, rail and sea transport.

The systems enable safe, standard-compliant and efficient handling throughout the entire logistics chain – from prototypes to series production. Thanks to their robust construction, integrated safety systems and internal packaging, they offer a cost-effective and sustainable solution for handling sensitive energy storage devices.

Particular attention is paid to transport safety, labelling and ease of handling, thereby optimising both packaging processes and logistical workflows.


Scope of supply

  • Large load carriers (reusable containers with a robust base structure)
  • Lid system with integrated lashing system
  • Reusable inner packaging for the secure fastening of batteries
  • Labelling system (including ADR-compliant labelling)
  • Fold-out labels for empty/full container identification
  • Fastening and securing systems for transport and storage

Available sizes

wi-sales ThorPak® Batterie 03

1 200 x 800 x 500 mm

wi-sales ThorPak® Batterie 04

1 600 x 1 200 x 563 mm

wi-sales ThorPak® Batterie 01

2 885 x 2 095 x 690 mm

Technical data

  • Design: Large plastic packaging with reinforced structure
  • Materials :
    • Honeycomb panels (multi-layered plastic panels)
    • PP and Aircell structures for high stability
    • Steel frames or steel-reinforced frame constructions (depending on the model)
  • Reusable design for repeated use
  • High working and stacking loads for industrial applications
  • Inner packaging: Swag Bag / protective systems for the safe containment of batteries
  • Temperature- and weather-resistant for indoor and outdoor storage

The systems are designed for different load ranges and offer high mechanical stability as well as safe stackability.

Scope of use & application

The ThorPak ® battery systems are suitable for :

  • the transport of lithium-ion batteries in new, defective or end-of-life-of-life condition
  • dispatch of prototypes and production batteries
  • storage and internal logistics
  • the automotive industry and suppliers
  • battery manufacturers and development departments
  • recycling and return processes

The packaging is suitable for transport in accordance with the relevant UN numbers (e.g. UN 3090 and UN 3480) and supports compliance with standards in the international transport of dangerous goods.

Approvals & Safety Features

The ThorPak ® systems comply with comprehensive international regulations :

  • Approval in accordance with ADR, RID, ADN, IMDG
  • Designed in accordance with packaging regulations LP903, LP904, LP905 and P908, P909, P910
  • Classification for Class 9 dangerous goods (lithium batteries)

Safety features :

  • Integrated lashing system in the lid for secure transport
  • Inner packaging made of fire-resistant materials and sufficiently absorbent to ensure maximum safety and protection
  • Clear labelling in accordance with dangerous goods regulations
  • Stackable design for safe storage
  • Also suitable for outdoor storage

Important note :
The transport of damagedor defective batteries is only permitted under certain conditions. Batteries in a critically defective condition are excluded from approval.

Guidance on use & operation

  • Use strictly in accordance with applicable dangerous goods regulations
  • Inner packaging must be supplemented with non-flammable, electrically non-conductive insulating material
  • Secure fastening of the batteries within the container is absolutely essential
  • Labelling and documentation in accordance with ADR
  • Regular visual inspection of the packaging and securing systems is recommended

The systems enable quick and easy packing and unpacking, thereby reducing process times and minimising handling errors.

Summary

The ThorPak ® battery bulk carriers offer a standard-compliant, robust and reusable solution for the safe handling of lithium batteries. Thanks to their modular design, high load-bearing capacity and comprehensive approvals, they are ideal for industrial applications with the most stringent safety requirements.

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any further questions. Please get in touch with us.

 

Battery status: New, Defective
Encoding: 4H2, 50H
Material: Polypropylene, Steel
Packaging group: I, II and III
Packaging instruction according to ADR: LP 903, LP 904, LP 905, P 908, P 909, P 910
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

Data sheet ThorPak Batterie EN
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05.05.2026
Datenblatt ThorPak Batterie DE
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05.05.2026