Energy Storage
Advanced hydrogen safety monitoring for battery systems provides reliable early detection to prevent catastrophic failures, ensure regulatory compliance and safeguard critical infrastructure investments worldwide
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NEW! HY-ALERTA® 5320 Intrinsically Safe Hydrogen Area Monitor
Intrinsically safe hydrogen area monitor with compact form factor and multiple mounting options for rapid, accurate hydrogen detection.BRO-1 Battery Monitoring Relay Module with Seamless Compatibility
Battery monitoring relay module integrating up to four HY-ALERTA sensors with existing safety systems through discrete hydrogen detection alarms.Battery Monitoring Solutions for Critical Energy Storage Applications
H2scan’s hydrogen detection systems provide continuous, accurate monitoring of stationary batteries in data centers and utility applications, for greater safety and more optimal performance. Our sensors deliver early warnings of potential issues before they escalate, allowing operators to take corrective action and prevent system failures. Sensors feature an industry leading lifespan (10-plus years) and self-calibrating features, for reliable, low-maintenance operation that significantly enhances safety and efficiency in critical infrastructure.
The rapid adoption of large-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) introduces unique safety challenges, particularly the risk of thermal runaway in lithium batteries. H2scan’s hydrogen monitoring systems rapidly identify abnormal conditions, providing crucial early warnings that can prevent catastrophic failures.
Safety Solutions to Meet Growing Demand
The growing dependence on backup power and energy storage systems across data centers, utilities, and telecommunications is making battery rooms both more prevalent and mission critical. This trend will drive the construction of larger battery rooms and, with evolving code and standards requirements, bring to the forefront the issue of detecting and safely ventilating hydrogen.
H2scan’s HY-ALERTA® 5021 hydrogen monitors meet emerging regulations with reprogrammable sensors offering flexible threshold settings. These reliable hydrogen detection systems adapt to diverse charging station configurations. Ensure worker safety and increase confidence in your systems with reliable hydrogen monitoring.
Safeguarding Critical Power Infrastructure
Our energy storage monitoring solutions integrate seamlessly with existing safety systems to provide comprehensive coverage against hydrogen-related risks. The self-calibrating technology ensures continuous accuracy without maintenance downtime, making H2scan the trusted choice for mission-critical applications where reliability is a must.
Managing Hydrogen Risk in Energy Storage & Battery Backup Systems
Understanding the risks associated with energy storage systems (ESS) is crucial for anyone involved in designing, operating or maintaining facilities using VRLA, VLA, and Ni-Cad batteries
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Read MoreWhy Hydrogen Detection Is a Must-Have in Your Li-Ion Battery Management System
July 8, 2025
You’ve been told you need a Battery Management System (BMS) for lithium-ion batteries — maybe for a new battery installation, an energy storage project or to meet evolving safety standards. The BMS acts as the brains of the battery system: to monitor performance, keep charging and discharging within safe limits and shut things down when needed.