Laser Corporation's Managing Director, Chris Lau, joined tech commentator Charlie Brown on the popular radio show Life and Technology to discuss an important and timely topic: power bank safety.

As lithium battery fires make headlines—most recently one linked to a power bank on a Virgin Australia flight—Chris shares key insights on how to safely use and select a power bank. With over 7 million Laser power banks sold in Australia, the brand is trusted by major retailers like Harvey Norman for compliant, reliable products.

He breaks down what causes battery fires, how to spot unsafe units (especially from overseas sellers), and offers simple safety tips like avoiding overcharging, using proper chargers, and never exceeding airline watt-hour limits.

Chris also highlights why Battery Management Systems (BMS) and Laser’s new LiFePO₄ range are essential for safer energy storage in travel and everyday life.

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For more tips and to browse compliant battery solutions, visit our Power Banks page.