Protect the heroes. Contain the hazard.
Revolutionary
lithium-ion battery
fire containment system
Engineered to protect first responders, control extreme fire conditions, and contain the hazards surrounding EV and battery fires.
Advanced aerospace-grade material
Proprietary nonconductive thread
Controlled rear ventilation
Made in the USA
Real conditions. Real results.
Tested under real
fire conditions
Watch experienced fire-service professionals deploy Yellow Jacket over an active vehicle fire and evaluate how the system performs under severe thermal conditions.
The demonstration shows:
- Rapid two-sided deployment
- Fire containment around the vehicle
- Controlled rear ventilation
- Secure contouring using the integrated strap system
- Containment of airborne battery cells
- Material and seam performance under extreme heat
- Reduced water requirements during the test
Engineered for a higher standard.
Not simply a fire blanket.
A purpose-built containment system.
Aerospace-grade material
Extreme heat resistance and durability.
Nonconductive thread
Helps reduce electrical risk.
Controlled rear ventilation
Channels gases upward and away.
Contouring side straps
Secures the system tightly to the vehicle.
High-visibility yellow stripe
For enhanced safety.
Contain. Vent. Control. Cool.
The Yellow Jacket Method for lithium battery fire containment and safety
Real-world impact.
Engineered for the places batteries move, charge, and live
Fire Departments &
Emergency Response
Automotive & EV
Manufacturing
Battery Plants &
Pallet Storage
Parking Facilities &
Garages
Vehicle Transport &
Industrial Applications
A greater challenge.
Lithium-ion fires demand more than conventional thinking
Lithium-ion battery fires are complex, unpredictable, and self-sustaining. They present unique dangers that require a different approach.
Extreme
heat
Temperatures can exceed 1,000°C (1,832°F).
Toxic
off-gassing
Releases hazardous and flammable gases.
Electrical
risk
High voltage and reignition potential.
Pressure
buildup
Can cause violent release of toxic gases.
Exploding
battery cells
Thermal runaway can propagate between cells.
Reducing water. Reducing runoff.
An environmentally smarter choice
Reduces the volume of potentially contaminated runoff.
Electric vehicle fires can require substantial amounts of water to cool damaged battery cells and reduce the possibility of reignition.
During the Yellow Jacket live fire evaluation, the response team reported using approximately 500 gallons of water compared with an estimated 2,000 gallons normally associated with a similar incident.
That represented an observed reduction of approximately 75% during this particular test.
- Conserves limited water supplies
- Helps limit contaminated runoff entering drains, streams, wells, and groundwater
- Supports response in locations where hydrant access is limited
- May simplify post-incident water containment and cleanup
Experience matters.
Built by a materials specialist
Driven to protect the heroes responding to one of today’s most difficult fire hazards.
Yellow Jacket was developed by Tim Driscoll, a materials specialist and sales engineer with approximately 30 years of experience working with industrial and aerospace-grade materials.
After studying the limitations exposed during public EV fire-blanket testing, Tim became focused on designing a more complete containment solution.
His experience with thermal materials, industrial applications, product development, and in-house fabrication provided the foundation for Yellow Jacket’s coated material system, nonconductive thread, controlled ventilation, and secure strapping design.
The result is a patent-pending system created around a clear mission: Protect the Heroes. Contain the Hazard.
“This system exists because firefighters told me what they needed. We built it to help keep them safe.”
— Tim Driscoll, Founder
Answers to important questions.
Frequently
asked questions
What is a lithium-ion battery fire containment system?
A lithium-ion battery fire containment system is designed to help isolate the flames, heat, gases, and debris produced during a battery thermal event. Unlike a simple fire cover, Yellow Jacket incorporates controlled ventilation, secure strapping, advanced heat-resistant material, and nonconductive thread to address multiple incident hazards.
How does controlled ventilation work?
The coated containment material helps prevent fumes from passing through the sides and front of the cover. An adjustable rear zipper creates a designated ventilation point that can direct heat and gases upward and away from other sides of the vehicle.
Why does nonconductive thread matter?
Lithium-ion and electric-vehicle incidents may involve damaged high-voltage components. Conductive thread can introduce an unnecessary electrical pathway. Yellow Jacket’s proprietary aerospace-grade thread did not arc or conduct electricity during progressive electrical testing up to 200 amps.
Can Yellow Jacket be configured for battery pallets?
Yes. Yellow Jacket is developing containment covers for battery pallets and other industrial battery applications. Custom dimensions and configurations can be discussed with the Yellow Jacket team.
Is Yellow Jacket made in the USA?
Yes. Yellow Jacket products are assembled in the United States using specialized high-temperature materials and in-house fabrication capabilities.
Protect the heroes. Contain the hazard.
Help shape the future of
lithium battery fire safety
Whether you need protection for electric vehicles, battery pallets, manufacturing operations, parking facilities, or a specialized industrial application, our team is ready to discuss your risks and requirements.