17th Mar 2026
A short guide to lithium-ion battery risks and safer storage for workplaces.
Lithium-ion batteries are now present in many workplaces, from vapes and power tools to laptops and handheld equipment. The article highlights why ordinary shelves, cupboards or boxes are not a suitable storage approach where damaged cells can trigger thermal runaway.
Unimac recommends dedicated lithium-ion battery storage and charging cabinets for retail, site and industrial environments where battery safety needs to be managed more actively.