Overview
For decades, the oil and gas industry has relied on long-life lithium batteries to power critical applications like downhole drilling tools. Depleted lithium batteries must not be disposed of in standard garbage bins as they pose severe fire hazards and environmental risks if improperly managed. SMIW employs advanced physical and Macro-Encapsulation methods to safely handle and treat depleted lithium batteries.
Storage Requirements
- Cool, dry, and well-ventilated storage away from combustible materials.
- Temperatures must not exceed 130°F.
- Protect against crushing, puncturing, or short-circuiting.
- Cells should be stored in their original containers.
Disposal (Macro-Encapsulation)
- Batteries are placed inside steel containers pre-lined with HDPE water-proof material.
- A pozzolanic solid material (like cement) and moisture absorbers are added.
- The HDPE is welded to form a closed, impermeable capsule.
- The sealed containers are safely disposed of in our Class I landfills.
