Can you assist with questions about our solar or BESS project?

Yes. Our team is available to guide you, answer your questions with no commitment, and help you move forward with confidence on your solar or BESS project.

Security and Reliability in Storage Systems

Q: What services do you provide for BESS systems?

Our services for BESS systems focus on operational safety and risk management for energy storage. We assess the quality and integrity of cells, modules, and complete systems to help prevent serious failures and support reliable operation.

Our services for BESS systems ensure operational safety and proper management of risks associated with energy storage. We assess the quality and integrity of cells, modules and complete systems to prevent serious failures such as thermal runaway and ensure compliance with international safety standards.

Through technical inspections and specialized testing, we verify that the systems operate stably and safely throughout their entire lifecycle.

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Factory Inspection

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Laboratory testing

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Field Inspection

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Technical Advisory

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Engineering (design phase)

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ESG and Traceability

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What specific services does Kiwa PI Berlin offer for BESS projects?

Kiwa PI Berlin offers specialized services for BESS projects, including factory inspections, laboratory testing, field inspections, technical advisory services, engineering, as well as ESG and traceability services, acting as a technical advisor and risk manager in the quality assessment of energy storage systems.

Do Kiwa PI Berlin's factory audit services cover battery suppliers?

Yes, Kiwa PI Berlin conducts factory audits for battery suppliers, including production monitoring, pre-shipment inspections, laboratory testing and factory testing.

How does Kiwa PI Berlin ensure the quality of lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries?

Kiwa PI Berlin verifies the quality, reliability, and performance of BESS systems by assessing their compliance with key standards such as UL 9540, UL 9540A, NFPA 855, and IEC 63056, with a particular focus on mitigating fire and thermal propagation risks.

Are Kiwa PI Berlin's laboratories accredited to test BESS components?

Yes, Kiwa PI Berlin's laboratories in Suzhou, China, are accredited under ISO 17025 and conduct specific tests for the quality assurance of BESS components.

Are ESG audits and traceability included in the services for BESS?

Yes, Kiwa PI Berlin’s BESS services include ESG audits and traceability analyses of key materials during the manufacturing process, thereby strengthening quality control and regulatory compliance.

Does Kiwa PI Berlin assist with the negotiation of BESS supply contracts?

Yes, Kiwa PI Berlin provides support in drafting bid specifications for the procurement of BESS equipment, assists in negotiating supply agreements, and oversees Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT).