The requirements for starter batteries are strongly dependent on the climatic conditions and the additional electrical/electronic equipment. Today, most new vehicles are also equipped with a start-stop system that switches off the engine when the vehicle is stopped in order to reduce fuel consumption and emissions. Conventional starter batteries can no longer fulfil this challenging task, which is why the use of special start-stop batteries with AGM (Absorbent Glass Mat) or EFB (Enhanced Flooded Battery) technology is required.

Cheap batteries are therefore often the more expensive solution, as they can lead to starting problems in summer and winter.

There is a good reason why Banner quality batteries have established themselves worldwide!

They combine the highest starting power, further increased cold start characteristics, optimised current consumption capacity and thus improved chargeability as well as a long service life.

Banner Tip: Use the next largest battery for your car, for which there is usually enough space. Because these are additional power reserves for your vehicle! The price difference is usually extremely small and the alternator of your vehicle is designed for it!

In our online battery search you will find information about upgrading options for your vehicle.

The recognised test centre VdS (Verein der deutschen Sachversicherer) tested our maintenance-free lead batteries GiV 12 - 7.2 for use in emergency alarm systems. We were able to achieve a very good result especially in the area of performance.

Here you can find the test result in detail! (Certificate in German)

• Record sales revenues of EUR 307 million
• Increase in sales turnover of 200,000 units over the previous year
• Investments of over EUR 40 million in the Leonding location since 2015
• Start-stop batteries make a decisive contribution to environment-friendly vehicles

Banner is Austria’s only starter battery manufacturer and produces 4.8 million units annually.

According to Andreas Bawart, Banner’s Commercial CEO: “In the hotly contested battery market, our quality and reliability count for more than ever. A fact confirmed by new record sales revenues of EUR 307 million immediately following the last successful financial year.”

The starter battery specialist continues to have the further development of battery technologies offering greater environment friendliness in focus. For example, Banner’s premium class AGM and EFB start-stop batteries number among the forerunners in this branch segment and as Andreas Bawart stresses: “We are convinced that we can raise the sales of these innovative products still further and with this in view, will continue to adhere to our corporate philosophy of manufacturing exclusively in Austria.”

For further information

see press release

Picture caption:

PDF Andreas Bawart, the Banner GmbH Commercial CEO*

*© Fotostudio Eder

PDF The Banner starter battery product family

PDF The Banner location in Leonding is one of Europe’s most modern battery production plants

Always compare the following parameters with your existing battery before buying a battery:

• the dimensions,
• the circuit* (=layout) and the pole design,
• whether the base strips are necessary for fastening in your application, or whether there is a bracket fastening at the top of the battery cover,
• the battery technology (conventional, EFB or AGM battery)

Depending on a possible start/stop function, the additional electrical equipment (e.g. pre-heater, sound system, ...), the climate region or the car manufacturer's plant (= production site), different battery sizes/technologies may be installed.

*Attention - there is often confusion about the circuit (=layout). Please keep in mind that the battery circuit is always assessed with the poles facing the body.

Never install a conventional wet battery in a vehicle with start/stop function that is equipped with an AGM or EFB battery as standard. An AGM or EFB battery in the same housing and performance class must be used again!

Banner Tip: An upgrade from an EFB battery to an even more powerful and cycle-resistant Running Bull AGM battery is possible in housing H5/L2 (60Ah), H6/L3 (70Ah) and H7/L4 (80Ah). In this case it is absolutely necessary to register the new battery (optimal for this one is the BBST Banner Battery Service Tool).

Find a suitable battery now:

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The battery, which hopefully will be stored in the garage or basement, can now be disconnected from the charger with charge retention function. After installing the battery, first the plus and then the minus cable is attached. Afterwards the terminals get some more Banner terminal grease or Banner terminal protection spray.

Please note: The ventilation hose must not be kinked during installation (not required for Bike Bull AGM, GEL and AGM PRO batteries). Now your bike is ready for the first exit - VROOOM!

If the battery was "forgotten" in the motorcycle, please charge the motorcycle battery.

Voltage regulated chargers such as the Banner Accucharger are best suited. These chargers carry out the charging process fully automatically. Depending on the capacity of the battery, you can use the following chargers:

- Batteries < 9 Ah:

Banner Accucharger 6/12V 2A

- Batteries 9 - 20 Ah:

Banner Accucharger 12V 3A

- Batteries > 20 Ah:

Banner Accucharger 12V 6A Recovery

- Remove the battery from the vehicle or disconnect the battery cable (disconnect the negative pole first).

Banner Tip: Before disconnecting and removing the old battery, we recommend using the Banner Memory Saver via the OBD plug (possibly with additional diagnostic adapter) in the motorcycle. This reliably prevents the loss of vehicle data. Suitable for all common motorcycles with 12V battery.

- Check electrolyte level before charging or add demineralised or distilled water if necessary (not possible or not necessary with Bike Bull AGM, GEL and AGM PRO batteries). The screw connections of the battery must not remain open during charging, preferably close them again.

- Connect the positive pole (+) of the battery to the charging terminal (+) of the charger and the negative pole (-) to the negative terminal (-) of the charger and switch on.

- Approximately one tenth of the capacity is recommended as charging current. (e.g. 30 Ah : 10 = 3A charging current). With an automatic charger, e.g. Banner Accucharger, this setting happens automatically, as the name suggests. Charging is finished when the current drops to 0 or no longer decreases or the automatic charger switches off.

- After charging, first switch off the charger and then disconnect it from the battery.

- After charging, check the electrolyte level again. (not applicable for Bike Bull AGM, GEL and AGM PRO batteries) Important: Never open the screw connections of the AGM, GEL and AGM PRO batteries! An acid density measurement or refilling of distilled water is not possible or necessary.

Attention: Never install a maintenance-free battery (AGM, GEL, AGM PRO) in a motorcycle without regulator - the maximum charging voltage must not exceed 14.80V!

For periodic battery check we recommend the Banner BBT DBA Tester.

By following these tips you are guaranteed a successful season!

In the latest customer survey, Auto Bild magazine - the highest-circulation automotive magazine in Europe, asked about the best image of suppliers and service providers. The empirical values of the readings form the basis of this study.

Banner came third in the Batteries Quality/Lifetime and Batteries Price/Performance categories!

Many thanks to the readers for their confidence in Banner Batterien!

Here you can read the whole article online or as PDF! (article in German)

PDF The results of the category Battery in detail

Around 16,000 CAT Magazine readers gave their personal ratings. Banner scored particularly well with the high quality of advice, products, services and after-sales, including the return of used batteries and environmentally friendly recycling through a closed product cycle.

Furthermore, Banner was able to convince with a professional training program for all sales partners and a battery accessory program optimally tailored to the automotive sector (chargers, boosters, test and inspection equipment through to interesting low-cost battery service articles).

This result is further proof that the Banner brand is highly regarded in the B2B sector - not only in the UK.

Banner thanks CAT magazine readers and editorial staff for the great trust they have shown in us and for giving us this prestigious, renowned award!

You can find the full article here

CAT Magazine 03/2019

catmag.co.uk/cat-awards-2019

The massively increased on-board currents in modern vehicle models and in particular the microhybrid applications start/stop and recuperation (=recovery) of braking energy place new demands on car batteries. More and more often, kinetic energy is also converted into electrical energy during coasting (=free rolling of the car), thus charging the battery.

Application and function of the sensor. Energy management continuously records parameters such as voltage, current and temperature via the battery sensor. These measured values are used to calculate important parameters such as charge status, functional status, overall battery status and a large number of other values.

The data is transmitted to the vehicle computer. The computer then decides on the energy balance in the vehicle and, if necessary, restricts the use of comfort consumers such as seat heating or air conditioning, deactivates the start/stop function and signals this to the driver on the display with corresponding instructions. If the alternator then recharges sufficiently, the control unit automatically reactivates all consumers and functions.

The customer benefit briefly noted. The primary aim is to ensure that the engine always starts and thus avoid vehicle failure. In addition, the sensor supports intelligent alternator control, which reduces CO2 emissions, saves fuel and protects the environment. If the battery no longer delivers the desired performance, "defective battery" is stored in the system and this early warning makes it possible to plan battery replacement.

Industry abbreviations quickly explained:

BEM - Battery Energy Management =

BMS - Battery Management System =

EEM - Electrical Energy Management =

EMS - Energy Management System

BSD - Battery State Detection

EBS - Electronic Battery Sensor =

IBS - Intelligent Battery Sensor

In the survey, readers of "auto motor und sport" voted for those brands whose products particularly convinced them! In the "Batteries" category, Banner again took an excellent third place!

Many thanks to the readers for their confidence in Banner Batterien!

Detailed information on the reader survey (article in German)

Frequent short journeys, irregular driving profiles in combination with stop-and-go traffic, daily cold starts in icy temperatures in winter as well as additional electrical consumers such as seat, stand or rear window heating have lowered the energy level of your battery start for start and drive for drive. At the latest when changing tyres in spring, you should allow your battery an extra portion of external recharging!

Charge the car battery with the Banner Accucharger.

Banner Accucharger for professional battery charging and conservation. Guarantees a safe start, optimum on-board power supply and extends the service life of each battery (standard, AGM, EFB, start/stop and GEL batteries). Simple, fully automatic, safe and fast. In the video we show you how to charge your car battery correctly: Charging the car battery

Voltage test with the BBT Digital Voltmeter DV1.

The BBT DV1 is a handy measuring instrument that measures the battery voltage quickly and reliably. It is displayed on an easy-to-read LCD display with 2 decimal places. A voltage table on the device provides information about the battery charge status. Very simple application with high accuracy!

Further tips around the Banner battery can be found under the menu item Support.

We wish you a nice spring and a safe drive!