Collaborative Initiative by AZL on Fire Safety Testing for Electric Vehicle Battery Housings
AZL Launches Joint Project for Fire Safety Testing of EV Battery Casings
AZL Aachen GmbH has announced the launch of a new Joint Partner Project titled "Thermal Runaway Testing for Battery Casings." The project, set to commence on July 15, 2025, aims to address the critical need for effective thermal management and fire protection in the rapidly growing electromobility sector.
The AZL Joint Partner Project on Fire Safety Testing for EV Battery Casings is a collaborative initiative that brings together 24 leading industry players, including automotive OEMs, Tier suppliers, and material producers. The project's primary objective is to develop and standardize fire safety testing methods specifically for the casings of electric vehicle (EV) batteries.
The project will focus on testing over 50 different materials, including metals, plastics, fibre-reinforced, coated, compact, and sandwich materials, under conditions that mimic the complexities of thermal runaway events in modern cell technologies like LFP and NMC. This systematic benchmarking will help manufacturers optimize casing structures for better thermal insulation and containment, thereby reducing the risk of thermal runaway propagation within battery packs.
AZL's team of experts has developed an application-relevant instrumented test method for testing materials at different flame temperatures and measuring material strength under fire load. The project will also provide detailed test documentation, including videos and thermal data, to support materials development, qualification, and supplier evaluation.
The project offers strategic and technical value for the development of safe battery storage systems. It aims to develop a test bench for high-gradient flame exposure and controlled hot particle impact, which will be instrumental in enhancing overall vehicle safety and reliability.
AZL has more than ten years of experience managing collaborative industry projects and prides itself on professional and transparent execution with clear, practical outcomes. The project aims to provide a platform for sharing knowledge and innovations among partners, accelerating the development of safer battery technologies.
Interested companies can request detailed project information or arrange an individual consultation meeting. The project's collaborative approach and comprehensive testing methodologies promise to contribute significantly to safer electromobility by improving the fire resistance and thermal management of EV battery casings.
The collaborative effort within the AZL Joint Partner Project on Fire Safety Testing for EV Battery Casings stretches across multiple industries, including the automotive, finance, technology, and transportation sectors, as major industry players from these fields participate. This project's innovative testing methods could potentially revolutionize the finance sector by reducing insurance risks and increasing investor confidence in the electromobility industry.
