Description
Electric Forklift Fire Blanket
Electric forklifts are now widely used in warehouses, logistics centres, manufacturing facilities and distribution hubs. While lithium-ion battery technology offers significant operational benefits, battery failures can result in high temperatures, intense flames and the potential for fire to spread rapidly through valuable stock, equipment and infrastructure.
The Electric Forklift Fire Blanket provides a simple and effective containment solution for electric forklift battery incidents. Designed specifically for industrial environments, it can be kept close to charging stations, maintenance areas and vehicle storage locations as part of a comprehensive lithium-ion battery fire safety strategy.
In the event of a battery fire, the blanket helps contain flames, heat, sparks and debris, reducing the risk of fire spreading to nearby racking, inventory, machinery and buildings. This containment can provide valuable time for evacuation and emergency response while helping to minimise secondary damage.
Featuring integrated eyelets and telescopic deployment rods, the blanket can be positioned quickly and efficiently, allowing operators to deploy it from a safer distance.
Key Features
- Specifically designed for electric forklifts and industrial battery-powered vehicles
- Helps contain flames, heat, sparks and debris from lithium-ion battery incidents
- Suitable for warehouses, logistics centres, workshops and manufacturing facilities
- Integrated eyelets for fast and controlled deployment
- Telescopic rods allow deployment from a safer distance
- High-temperature-resistant construction for demanding industrial applications
- Supports broader workplace battery fire safety and emergency response procedures
Applications
The Electric Forklift Fire Blanket is suitable for:
- Warehouses and distribution centres
- Manufacturing facilities
- Logistics and transport operations
- Workshops and maintenance facilities
- Forklift charging stations
- Industrial vehicle storage areas
Important Safety Information: Lithium-ion battery fires can produce intense heat, toxic smoke and hazardous gases. If a battery fire occurs, follow site emergency procedures, keep a safe distance and contact emergency services on 000.
Specifications
Material: Silica fibreglass fabric with vermiculite coating
Temperature Resistance: Up to 1,150°C continuous, up to 1,800°C peak temperatures
Deployment: Integrated eyelets and telescopic rods
Applications: Electric forklifts and industrial battery-powered vehicles
Reusability: Single use following deployment on an active fire incident
See also the EV Fire Blanket Premium Plus
Electric Forklift Fire Blanket FAQ
Electric forklifts are often charged and operated near valuable stock, equipment and infrastructure. A fire blanket helps contain flames, heat, sparks and debris, reducing the risk of an incident spreading throughout the facility
Yes. The blanket can be positioned over electric forklifts while charging or stored nearby for rapid deployment. Many organisations include fire blankets as part of their lithium-ion battery safety procedures to help reduce the potential impact of a battery incident.
Integrated eyelets and telescopic rods allow operators to position the blanket over the forklift quickly and from a safer distance, helping reduce exposure to heat and smoke.
If a fire blanket is already in place, leave it undisturbed and keep personnel clear of the area. If the forklift is not covered and it is safe to do so, deploy the blanket over the vehicle to help contain the incident. Follow site emergency procedures and contact emergency services on 000.
About Vlitex
VLITEX is a German manufacturer specialising in lithium-ion battery fire protection solutions. Their product range includes EV fire blankets, battery storage solutions and specialised containment products designed for electric vehicles, battery storage systems, workshops and industrial applications.
