Leading the Charge: Advancing Lithium-Ion Battery Safety in New Zealand and Australia

Lithium-ion batteries are now embedded in almost every aspect of modern business from handheld devices and power tools through to e-mobility fleets and large-scale energy storage systems.

With that growth comes a rapidly evolving risk landscape, one that many industries are still working to fully understand.

At Hazero, we recognised early that traditional storage approaches were not designed for the unique fire risks associated with lithium-ion batteries. Since then, we’ve been at the forefront of developing purpose-built solutions across New Zealand and Australia, helping businesses stay ahead of both risk and regulation.

Setting the Standard for Safer Storage

Battery-related incidents are not only increasing in frequency they are becoming more complex. Thermal runaway events can escalate quickly, and once initiated, require specialised containment and suppression strategies.

Hazero has taken a proactive approach to this challenge.

Rather than adapting legacy hazardous storage systems, we’ve developed dedicated lithium-ion safety cabinets engineered specifically for this risk profile. Every detail from ventilation and containment through to early detection is designed with real-world battery failure scenarios in mind.

Our cabinets are manufactured in New Zealand and align with relevant safety frameworks, giving businesses confidence that their storage solutions are both robust and compliant.

Beyond Products: Building Industry Understanding

Effective risk management starts with awareness.

As lithium-ion adoption accelerates, many organisations are navigating new territory balancing operational efficiency with evolving safety obligations.

Hazero works closely with industry partners, distributors, and safety professionals to elevate understanding across the market. Through educational resources, practical guidance, and ongoing engagement, we aim to simplify what can often feel like a complex and technical space.

Our goal is not just to supply products, but to help shape safer industry practices across New Zealand and Australia.

Designed for Real-World Applications

No two environments are the same.

From workshops and warehouses through to airports, manufacturing facilities, and infrastructure sites lithium-ion battery use varies widely in scale, volume, and criticality.

Hazero solutions are designed to be flexible and scalable, supporting everything from everyday operational storage through to higher-risk applications requiring enhanced protection.

By focusing on how batteries are actually used not just how they are stored we help businesses implement solutions that are practical, effective, and aligned with their workflow.

Custom Solutions for Complex Environments

As industries continue to electrify, the need for tailored safety solutions is increasing.

Hazero works directly with organisations to design and develop custom lithium-ion storage systems for large-scale or specialised environments. This includes adapting cabinet configurations, integrating advanced detection and suppression technologies, and ensuring solutions meet site-specific operational and compliance requirements.

Whether supporting a single site or a national rollout, our team brings both technical expertise and a collaborative approach ensuring each solution is fit for purpose.

A Partner in Risk Reduction

Lithium-ion battery risk isn’t static and neither is the way it needs to be managed.

At Hazero, we see our role as more than a supplier. We partner with businesses to help them understand their risk, implement the right level of protection, and adapt as their operations evolve.

Because when it comes to lithium-ion batteries, safety isn’t just about compliance, it’s about protecting people, property, and business continuity.

Start the Conversation

If your organisation is storing or using lithium-ion batteries, now is the time to ensure your approach is fit for purpose.

Hazero offers tailored guidance and free risk assessments to help you understand your current exposure and identify practical next steps.

Get in touch with our team to learn more.