What Lithium Safety Containers does

Lithium Safety Containers B.V. (LSC) is a Netherlands-based scale-up founded in 2019 that designs, manufactures, rents, and leases fire-rated containers for the safe storage, charging, and stationary energy storage of lithium-ion batteries. The company's core product is a line of modified CSC-certified sea containers (4FT, 10FT, 20FT, and 40FT) integrating AF-X Aerosol fire suppression (developed with Aerospace Propulsion Products / ArianeGroup), multi-sensor detection (CO, smoke, thermal, hydrogen), IoT-connected alarm monitoring with remote notification, explosion-relief venting, and load-balancing charging systems. Products carry PGS37-1 and PGS37-2 compliance, EN 1364-1:2015 fire resistance certification, and KIWA certification K21045, and are approved by major Dutch insurers. A complementary Batteryguard sub-brand offers VDMA 24994 / ECB-S certified small-format lithium storage cabinets for the SMB and micromobility segment.

LSC operates across multiple revenue streams: direct hardware sales, monthly container rental, financial lease, professional consultancy (Quick Scan PGS37 compliance, permit and insurance advisory), 24/7 emergency salvage response, and temporary fire alarm systems. Go-to-market is hybrid: direct enterprise field sales to construction, automotive, manufacturing, energy, logistics, recycling, healthcare, and government customers (named logos include Dura Vermeer, Heijmans, VDL ETS, KMC Heerenveen, PSA BDP, Sunrise Medical, Lely Industries, Mean Well, Re-Teck, and Gemeente Hollands Kroon), supplemented by a European channel reseller network that includes an exclusive LogBATT GmbH partnership for D-A-CH. The company is headquartered in 's-Hertogenbosch, is privately held with no disclosed external funding, and is currently extending its footprint into France, Spain, the D-A-CH region, and the Middle East/Africa via Intersec 2026 participation.

Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed; standard products carry a 4-6 week lead time. The company is led by CEO Bram van Beers and operates with a single disclosed managing director and no disclosed headcount. Strategic posture is channel-led international expansion from a Dutch regulatory and certification base into adjacent European and emerging markets, with new product extensions (Batteryguard cabinets, EOS/ESS containers) targeting smaller customers and the stationary energy storage segment respectively.

Name

Lithium Safety Containers

Legal name

Lithium Safety Containers B.V.

Website

https://lithiumsafetycontainers.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

2019

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Lithium Safety Containers B.V. designs, manufactures, and rents PGS37-certified fire-rated containers for safe storage, charging, and stationary energy storage of lithium-ion batteries, serving construction, automotive, industrial, logistics, energy, healthcare, and government customers across Europe.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Battery Safety Equipment

NAICS

Other Metal Container Manufacturing (332439)

akta.pro primary industry

Battery Containerization, Enclosures & HVAC / Thermal Management Integration (EUAEAEAH)

akta.pro secondary industry

Thermal Management & Safety Components for Battery Packs (EUAFABAL)

Keywords

• Lithium battery storage
• Fire safety containers
• PGS37 compliant enclosures
• Battery charging containers
• Energy storage systems

Headquarters

HQ city

's-hertogenbosch

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Lithium Safety Container Sales: Direct sale of PGS37-certified lithium safety containers in 4FT, 10FT, 20FT, and 40FT configurations for storage, charging, and EOS applications. Containers are sold to enterprise customers in construction, automotive, logistics, and industrial sectors. Delivery lead time is typically 4-6 weeks for standard products.
2. Container Rental: Flexible short- and long-term rental of lithium safety containers for temporary storage needs, project-based requirements, or customers evaluating before purchase. Rentals include delivery, setup, and monitoring services.
3. Financial Lease: Lease financing option allowing customers to spread the cost of container acquisition over fixed monthly payments, providing an alternative to outright purchase for capital-constrained customers.
4. Consultancy and Advisory Services: Custom advisory services including risk assessments, PGS37 compliance scans (Quick Scan), permit application support, insurance and authority liaison, and safety standard implementation guidance. Provided as a standalone or bundled service alongside product sales.
5. 24/7 Calamiteiten (Emergency/Salvage) Services: Round-the-clock emergency response service for lithium battery incidents. Includes rapid deployment of safety containers, thermal camera monitoring, and incident management support for government and enterprise clients dealing with unsafe battery storage situations.
6. Temporary Fire Alarm Systems: Rental and sale of temporary fire detection systems including thermal cameras on portable masts, certified wireless smoke detectors, and evacuation installations for temporary facilities or emergency replacement of fire watches.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels9 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Lithium Safety Containers designs, manufactures, rents, and leases PGS37-certified modified sea containers (4FT, 10FT, 20FT, 40FT) for the safe storage, charging, and stationary energy storage of lithium-ion batteries. Each container integrates AF-X aerosol fire suppression, multi-sensor detection (CO, smoke, thermal, hydrogen), IoT-connected alarm monitoring, and KIWA-certified fire resistance rated to EN 1364-1:2015 with 90-minute WBDBO. The company also sells the Batteryguard line of small-format ECB-S / VDMA 24994 certified lithium storage cabinets and provides PGS37 compliance advisory (Quick Scan, custom consultancy) plus a 24/7 emergency salvage service for lithium battery incidents.

Product overview

Lithium Safety Containers offers a comprehensive portfolio of specialized safety products for lithium-ion battery storage, charging, and energy storage systems. The core offering consists of modular container solutions built from repurposed sea containers, available in 4FT, 10FT, 20FT, and 40FT sizes across three main types: Storage Containers (PGS37-2 certified for battery storage), Charging Containers (PGS37-2 certified with load-balancing for safe battery charging), and EOS Containers (PGS37-1 certified for stationary energy storage systems). Complementary products include the Batteryguard line of VDMA 24994-certified storage cabinets with 2-20 outlets for smaller-scale applications. Services encompass QuickScan PGS37-2 compliance assessments, custom consultancy for permits and insurance, 24/7 emergency salvage response, and temporary fire alarm systems. All products feature AF-X Aerosol fire suppression technology and multi-detection systems (CO, smoke, thermal, hydrogen) with 60-90 minute fire resistance ratings. The company operates on a purchase, rental, and lease model.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Batteryguard: Lithium-ion storage cabinets (accukasten) for safe charging of lithium batteries, certified according to VDMA 24994 and ECB-S. Available in models with 2 to 20 power outlets.

Products and services

• 4FT Lithium Safety Storage Container Compact 4FT storage container (1049 x 2112 x 2062 mm internal dimensions) certified to PGS37-2 with KIWA certification K21045 for safe storage of lithium-ion batteries, integrating AF-X aerosol fire suppression and multi-sensor detection.
• 10FT Lithium Safety Storage Container Mid-size 10FT storage container (2800 x 2350 x 2390 mm internal dimensions) certified to PGS37-2 with KIWA certification K21045 for safe storage of lithium-ion batteries.
• 20FT Lithium Safety Storage Container Standard 20FT storage container (5890 x 2350 x 2390 mm internal dimensions) certified to PGS37-2 and EN 1364-1:2015, with 60-minute fire resistance class A1, 90-minute AF-X aerosol suppression, and KIWA certification K21045.
• 40FT Lithium Safety Storage Container Large 40FT storage container (11950 x 2330 x 2370 mm internal dimensions) certified to PGS37-2 and EN 1364-1:2015 with KIWA certification K21045 for safe storage of lithium-ion batteries.
• 4FT Lithium Safety Charging Container Compact 4FT charging container (1049 x 2112 x 2062 mm internal dimensions) for safe charging of lithium-ion batteries with load-balancing system, PGS37-2 compliant and KIWA certified.
• 10FT Lithium Safety Charging Container Mid-size 10FT charging container with load-balancing system for safe simultaneous charging of lithium-ion batteries, PGS37-2 compliant and KIWA certified.
• 20FT Lithium Safety Charging Container Standard 20FT charging container with load-balancing for safe charging of large quantities of lithium-ion batteries, PGS37-2 compliant and KIWA certified.
• 40FT Lithium Safety Charging Container Large 40FT charging container with load-balancing system for safe charging of large quantities of lithium-ion batteries, PGS37-2 compliant and KIWA certified.
• 4FT Lithium Safety EOS Container Compact 4FT Energy Storage System container (1049 x 2112 x 2062 mm) conforming to PGS37-1 for housing stationary battery energy storage systems.
• 10FT Lithium Safety EOS Container Mid-size 10FT Energy Storage System container (2990 x 2440 x 2590 mm external) conforming to PGS37-1 and KIWA certified for stationary battery energy storage systems.
• 20FT Lithium Safety EOS Container Standard 20FT Energy Storage System container (6050 x 2440 x 2590 mm external) conforming to PGS37-1 and KIWA certified for stationary battery energy storage systems.
• 40FT Lithium Safety EOS Container Large 40FT Energy Storage System container (12200 x 2440 x 2550 mm external) conforming to PGS37-1 and KIWA certified, featuring AF-X fire blocker, multi-detection systems, and 90-minute fire resistance.
• Batteryguard Lithium Storage Cabinets (HE XS-2 / S-6 / L-10 / XL-16 / XL-20) Small-format ECB-S certified lithium-ion battery storage and charging cabinets (VDMA 24994) for e-bikes, e-scooters, and consumer devices. Models range from HE XS-2 (2 outlets, 1,500 Wh) to HE XL-20 (20 outlets), available in 230V and 400V configurations, with up to 45% fiscal deductibility.
• QuickScan PGS37-2 On-site advisory assessment where experienced advisors visit the customer's facility to scan operations and deliver a concrete recommendation report with practical steps for PGS37-2 compliance and safe battery storage.
• Custom Consultancy Services Expert advisory services covering risk assessment, permit applications, environmental notifications, insurance discussions, and authority liaison for safe lithium battery storage compliance.
• 24/7 Salvage Service Round-the-clock emergency response service for professional incident management involving lithium batteries, including rapid deployment of safety containers, thermal camera monitoring, and incident management support.
• Temporary Fire Alarm Systems Rental and sale of temporary fire security solutions including thermal cameras on portable masts, certified wireless smoke detectors, and evacuation systems for temporary lithium battery storage facilities or as emergency replacement for fire watches.
• Container Rental Services Flexible short- and long-term rental of Lithium Safety Containers for temporary storage of lithium batteries, including delivery, setup, and monitoring options for project-based or evaluation use cases.

Quantifiable outcome

• WBDBO 90 minutes fire resistance prevents fire spread to adjacent buildings and inventory
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers16 records

Segments12 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• AF-X Fire SolutionscoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology partnership for aerosol fire suppression systems. AF-X Fire Solutions provides the AF-X Fire Blocker aerosol unit integrated into all LSC containers. AF-X technology was developed in collaboration with Aerospace Propulsion Products, part of ArianeGroup (a joint venture of Airbus and Safran). AF-X and LSC co-exhibited at Intersec 2026 in Dubai. AF-X's aerosol technology is specifically certified for lithium-ion battery fire suppression.
• KiwacoreTechnology or IntegrationProduct certification and testing partnership. Kiwa provides certification services for LSC containers (K21045) and testing is conducted at Kiwa MPA Dresden GmbH. KIWA certification is a prerequisite for Dutch insurance company approval.
• DKC Totaaltechniek B.V.minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerImplementation partner for VDL ETS project in Helmond, where DKC Totaaltechniek B.V. collaborated with LSC on installation of climate containers.
• ElgersmaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReseller partner in the Dutch/Benelux market.
• LoxxerminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReseller partner offering LSC lithium safety products in the Dutch market.
• BatteryguardminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner brand for small-format lithium-ion storage cabinets (VDMA 24994 certified). LSC distributes Batteryguard-branded cabinets through batteryguard.com, including HE XS-2, HE S-6, HE L-10, HE XL-16, and HE XL-20 models.
• Battery ControlminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReseller partner for LSC battery safety products in the Dutch market.
• Nauta / We-powerminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReseller partner of LSC products in the Dutch market through the Nauta/We-power brand.
• BovagminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAutomotive sector partner through the Bovag member network, providing LSC products to Bovag members in the automotive trade.
• FrissenminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReseller partner operating in the Dutch horticultural/garden technology market.
• Oil Control Systems B.V.minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner reseller of LSC products in the Dutch market.
• SMAminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSolar/energy partner through SMA Benelux, a leading solar inverter manufacturer, integrating LSC storage solutions with solar energy systems.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Rosenbauer International: Austrian-headquartered global firefighting equipment and fire safety solutions manufacturer with municipal and industrial customer overlap. Adjacent fire-safety category and overlap with LSC's government and emergency services (calamiteiten) segment, though Rosenbauer does not focus on lithium-battery containerized storage.
• Stat-X (Fireaway Inc.): US-based manufacturer of condensed aerosol fire suppression units used in industrial, energy storage, and military applications. Comparable to AF-X in aerosol suppression technology; an indirect peer to LSC via the suppression technology stack embedded in its containers.
• FirePro International: Established global aerosol fire suppression technology provider competing with AF-X Fire Solutions in the broader condensate aerosol category. Not a direct container competitor but an indirect competitor to LSC's suppression technology supplier and a potential alternative source for LSC's core safety proposition.

Direct peers

• Düperthal Sicherheitstechnik: German manufacturer of safety storage cabinets, including specialized lithium-ion battery storage solutions tested to EN 14470-1 and similar standards. Closely comparable to LSC's Batteryguard cabinet line and to its larger container product family in terms of regulation-driven B2B sales motion.
• Kötthaus: German manufacturer of container-based safety and explosion-protection solutions, including fire-rated enclosures for industrial applications. Comparable to LSC's container-based offering and to its custom-engineered approach for hazardous industrial customers.
• CEMO: German manufacturer of mobile and stationary containment solutions for hazardous media, including lithium-ion battery storage and charging safety products. Direct overlap with LSC's storage and charging container offering and with European industrial / municipal customer base.
• DENIOS: German-headquartered global leader in hazardous-materials storage and lithium-ion safety cabinets and containers. Directly comparable to LSC in product category (fire-rated lithium storage enclosures), customer base (industrial B2B), and European geographic coverage, but at significantly larger scale and broader product portfolio.
• asecos: European manufacturer of safety storage cabinets for flammable and hazardous materials, with a dedicated lithium-ion battery safety product line. Comparable to LSC's small-format Batteryguard cabinets and shares the same B2B regulation-driven insurance-approval sales motion.

Emerging players

• BSS (Batterie-Sicherheits-Systeme): German specialist focused on lithium-ion battery safety systems, including fire-resistant cabinets and storage enclosures. Comparable niche focus to LSC's small-format range but with narrower product breadth and earlier commercialization scale.

Regional players

• CellBlock Fire Containment Systems: US-based manufacturer of battery fire containment and storage solutions for lithium-ion batteries, including transport and storage containers. Comparable product category and end-customer use cases, but primarily serves the North American market rather than competing directly in Europe.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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