Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) for EPC, Industrial & Hazardous-Area Applications
InfraMENA supplies engineering-driven Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) for EPC, industrial, infrastructure, and hazardous-area applications across Africa and the Middle East.
We act as a single-point technical and commercial supply partner, supporting system engineering, compliance, integration, and execution from concept through commissioning.
What is a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)?
A Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) stores electrical energy for controlled discharge to support grid stability, backup power, load management, and renewable energy integration.
In industrial and hazardous environments, BESS design additionally addresses ignition risk, thermal runaway containment, explosion prevention, and compliance with applicable safety standards.
InfraMENA’s Engineering-Led BESS Approach
InfraMENA does not offer catalogue-based battery containers. Each BESS solution is engineered to site classification, duty cycle, safety philosophy, and regulatory requirements, particularly where explosive atmospheres or combustible dust may be present.
- Application and load profile analysis
- Hazardous-area classification review (Zone / Division)
- System architecture and redundancy philosophy
- Battery chemistry risk assessment
- Thermal, ventilation, and fire protection design
- Lifecycle and maintainability optimisation
BESS Applications
Oil & Gas Facilities
Upstream, midstream, and downstream installations including refineries, gas processing plants, LNG facilities, and associated infrastructure.
Mining & Mineral Processing
Surface and underground mining operations, remote power support, and grid stabilisation for electrically intensive assets.
Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities
Process plants, renewable energy projects, weak-grid installations, and critical infrastructure requiring reliable and controlled power.
Explosion-Proof & Hazardous-Area BESS Solutions
InfraMENA supports explosion-proof and hazardous-area certified BESS systems engineered for operation in classified environments, aligned with site safety philosophy and regulatory requirements.
- Pressurised or purged enclosures (Ex p)
- Flameproof and explosion-proof equipment selection
- Intrinsic safety and energy limitation where applicable
- Gas detection and interlock logic
- Thermal runaway detection and containment
- Controlled ventilation and exhaust systems
Supported classifications include ATEX Zone 1 / Zone 2 (gas), Zone 21 / Zone 22 (dust), IECEx installations, and Class I Division 1 / 2 where required.
System Configurations & Battery Technologies
- Containerised BESS (standard or pressurised ISO containers)
- Explosion-proof BESS containers for hazardous areas
- Skid-mounted or indoor battery rooms
- Hybrid systems with DG and renewable integration
Battery technology selection prioritises safety and duty profile, with LFP typically preferred for thermal stability and NMC applied where higher energy density is required with appropriate mitigation.
Standards, Certifications & Compliance
- IEC 62933 – Electrical Energy Storage Systems
- UL 9540 / UL 9540A (where applicable)
- NFPA 855 – Energy storage safety
- ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU
- IECEx certification
- EN 60079 series (Explosive atmospheres)
EPC-ready documentation includes datasheets, hazardous-area compliance statements, test certificates, FAT records, and statutory approvals.
Supply, Testing & Execution Support
- BOQ-based sourcing and supplier coordination
- Manufacturing inspection and quality control
- Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)
- Logistics and site delivery planning
- Installation and commissioning support
- Documentation handover and as-built records
Why EPCs and Consultants Engage InfraMENA
- Engineering-led system and safety design
- Hazardous-area and explosion-protection expertise
- Single-point technical and commercial responsibility
- Compliance-ready documentation
- Reduced execution and interface risk
Discuss Your BESS Requirement
Every BESS project has unique safety, compliance, and operational drivers. InfraMENA supports structured evaluation and execution aligned with project-specific requirements.