What category does EV-X fall under — and what approvals does it not require?
EV-X is classified as an operational tool, not an installed safety system. That distinction determines the procurement pathway, the approval requirements, and how it is managed through the asset lifecycle.
Full-scale test · Danish Institute of Fire and Security Technology
Is this a safety-critical installed system requiring class approval — or can it be procured as operational equipment?
How EV-X is classified for procurement purposes
The most important procurement question for EV-X is classification. It determines the approval pathway, the budget category, and the documentation required. The short answer: EV-X is procured like PPE or supplementary firefighting equipment — not like an installed safety system.
Requires class society approval. Flag state notification required. SMS amendment required. Structural modification to vessel. SOLAS compliance framework applies. Capex with class surveyor involvement.
No class approval required. No flag state notification required. No structural modification. No SMS amendment required for procurement. Procured as operational equipment or supplementary firefighting kit. CE-marked components (EN 13731).
EV-X is not a fire suppression system. It is a containment and control tool deployed after initial suppression — in the same operational authority framework as other crew-deployed emergency equipment. This is the classification that determines the procurement pathway.
What EV-X does and does not require
Class society
No class approval is required for procurement or deployment. EV-X is not an installed safety system and falls outside the class society approval framework. The pneumatic lifting cushions are CE-marked (EN 13731) — this is the relevant certification for the lifting components.
Flag state
No flag state notification is required for procurement. If EV-X is carried on board, crew must be able to demonstrate its use during flag state inspection. This is addressed through included e-learning — no separate flag state submission is required.
Internal approval pathway
EV-X is typically procured through operational or safety budget channels rather than capex. It does not trigger the approval chain associated with installed equipment modifications. The technical review provided by SepcoTech supports internal justification documentation.
SMS & fire manual
No formal SMS amendment is required for procurement. One procedural step is added to existing EV emergency procedures. Noting EV-X in the fire manual is recommended practice and does not constitute a formal amendment requiring class or flag state review.
- CE-marked lifting cushions (EN 13731) — relevant certification for component compliance
- DBI independent test report available for supplier verification and internal procurement files
- Patent registration for barrier design available as part of supplier documentation package
- SepcoTech is the official distributor for the Nordic and European maritime market
- Does not require class survey or approval
- Does not require flag state notification or submission
- Does not require structural modification or installation survey
What is available for your procurement file
For procurement teams that require independent product verification before approving a new supplier, the following documentation is available from SepcoTech on request.
Independent test body: DBI is Denmark's leading fire testing institute for electric vehicles, internationally recognised. The test was not conducted by EVstinguish or SepcoTech — it is independent third-party verification.
Test scope: Full-scale, 113 kWh battery (Fisker Ocean 1), 9-vehicle formation at ferry deck spacing. Worst-case conditions: battery ruptured during fire, sharp metal edges on vehicle underside.
Result: Zero reignitions following battery submersion. Barrier confirmed reusable. Full test report, supporting data, and video available in formats suitable for auditor and underwriter review.
Request supplier documentation package →Independent test body — not supplier-conducted. Internationally recognised institute.
Lifting cushions CE-marked to EN 13731 — relevant European standard for flat lifting bags
Barrier design patent-pending — documentation available as part of supplier package
Documentation available as: full test report, executive summary, video, and CE certificate
| Document | Available from SepcoTech |
|---|---|
| DBI full test report | Yes — on request. Suitable for internal procurement file, auditor review, underwriter review, and flag state inquiry. |
| DBI executive summary | Yes — on request. Suitable for committee review or management approval documentation. |
| DBI test video | Yes — on request. Full-scale test footage from DBI. |
| CE certificate (EN 13731) | Yes — for lifting cushions. Standard European conformity documentation. |
| Patent registration | Yes — patent-pending documentation for barrier design available on request. |
| Product datasheet | Yes — full technical specification including dimensions, materials, and service life. |
| Distributor confirmation | Yes — SepcoTech is the official EVstinguish distributor for the Nordic and European maritime market. |
Total cost of ownership over the product lifetime
EV-X has a defined service life with scheduled maintenance points and no hidden operating costs. The barrier is reusable after deployment — inspect, wash, and return to storage.
- Year 0 — ProcurementOne-time purchase. All components included: barrier, lifting cushions, ratchet straps, pressure regulator, air hoses, deadman controller, transport bags. Free e-learning for all crew included.
- Year 1 — Warranty1-year manufacturer warranty on all components. Annual crew inspection of barrier for cracks or damage (visual inspection, no specialist required).
- Years 2–4Annual crew inspection only. No scheduled maintenance costs. Barrier reusable after any deployment: inspect for holes, wash with water and soap.
- Year 5 — ServiceScheduled lifting cushion service. First of three planned service intervals over product lifetime.
- Years 6–9Annual crew inspection only. No scheduled maintenance costs.
- Year 10 — Service & reviewScheduled lifting cushion service (second interval). Barrier minimum service life reached — assess for replacement or continued use based on inspection condition.
- Years 11–12Annual crew inspection only.
- Year 13 — Final serviceFinal scheduled lifting cushion service. Cushions rated to 15 years with proper servicing at years 5, 10, and 13.
Recurring costs
Lifting cushion servicing at years 5, 10, and 13. Annual crew inspection (internal, no specialist). Extended e-learning at €30 per participant for new crew members joining after initial training. No other recurring costs.
Post-deployment costs
After use: visual inspection of barrier for holes and heat damage, wash with water and soap. If undamaged, the barrier is returned to service immediately. Replacement barrier available from SepcoTech if damage is found. No fixed post-incident servicing charge.
How to procure EV-X through SepcoTech
SepcoTech is the official EVstinguish distributor for the Nordic and European maritime market. We handle quotation, delivery, import documentation, and post-sale support.
Quotation process
Contact SepcoTech with your vessel type and number of vehicle decks. We provide a written quotation in EUR including delivery to your specified port or address. Quotations are suitable for internal approval and budget documentation. Formal quotation format available on request.
Delivery
SepcoTech ships to all European ports and worldwide. Delivery timeline confirmed at point of quotation. All components are supplied in purpose-built transport bags suitable for maritime storage environments.
Fleet orders
For operators equipping multiple vessels or vessel decks, fleet pricing is available. One unit per vehicle deck is the recommended configuration. Contact SepcoTech to discuss fleet pricing and phased delivery schedules.
Post-sale support
SepcoTech provides onboarding support, e-learning access, and technical assistance for the lifetime of the product. Replacement components and barrier units available from stock. Mobile test bench service available at Danish ports and through certified partners worldwide.
Request a quotation or supplier documentation package
SepcoTech can provide a formal quotation in EUR, full supplier documentation for your procurement file, or a vessel-specific technical review to support internal approval. All three are available at no cost and without commitment.
Request a formal EUR quotation
Written quotation including delivery to your port or address. Formal quotation format available for procurement and budget approval documentation.
Request a quotation →Receive the supplier documentation package
DBI test report, CE certificate, patent documentation, product datasheet, and distributor confirmation — formatted for internal procurement files.
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