Austrian manufacturer of starter batteries, lithium batteries, stationary energy storage systems and charging technology
Banner GmbH
Linz-Leonding (AT) · Thalheim (AT)New on Amplifa
About Banner
Banner GmbH is an Austrian manufacturer and supplier of battery solutions headquartered in Linz-Leonding. The family business, founded in 1937 by Artur Bawart, produces starter batteries, on-board network batteries as well as hobby and leisure batteries for automotive OEM and aftermarket. The second business unit, Energy Solutions, develops and manufactures traction, semi-traction and standby batteries for stationary energy storage systems along with matching charging technology. The portfolio includes lead-acid batteries (also AGM/EFB recombination batteries), lithium batteries based on LiFePO4 and battery chargers (Accucharger). Production takes place at the Leonding site, complemented by a site in Thalheim. With 4.2 million batteries per year, revenue of 312 million euros (2024/25) and more than 70 supplied countries in Europe, Africa and Asia, Banner supplies automotive OEM customers and the independent spare parts market in OE quality. The export share is over 95 percent; 22 branches in 13 countries ensure proximity to customers.
- Site
- A-4021 Linz
- Processes
- Battery manufacturing (lead-acid starter batteries), Manufacturing of battery chargers (Accucharger), Development and manufacturing of lithium batteries (LiFePO4), Manufacturing of (semi-)traction and standby batteries for stationary energy storage systems, Manufacturing of recombination batteries (AGM/EFB), Charging technology & accessories (chargers, jump starters, testers), Technical consulting & dimensioning (Energy Solutions), Spare parts service
- Materials
- Lead, Lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4), Plastic, Lithium iron phosphate, Sulfuric acid
- Founded
- 1937
- Employees
- 760
- Industries
- Automotive OEM & Aftermarket, Commercial vehicles & buses, Construction machinery & agricultural machinery, Forklifts & lifting platforms, Solar energy & photovoltaics, Emergency power & UPS
- 01
Battery development (lead-acid, AGM/EFB, LiFePO4)
- 02
Lead plate manufacturing
- 03
Cell and battery assembly
- 04
Manufacturing of charging technology & accessories
- 05
Testing & OE quality
- 06
Sales via own branches and dealer network
Materials & Battery Technologies
Lead
Base material of the plates in lead-acid starter, traction and standby batteries; handling is carried out in accordance with clearly regulated hygiene and safety measures.
Lithium iron phosphate
Cell chemistry of the lithium battery line for mobile and stationary applications.
Sulfuric acid
Electrolyte of the lead-acid batteries, also available as acid packs for service purposes.
Plastic
Case and lid material of the batteries, including transparent cases for electrolyte level control.
Sites
Linz-Leonding
ATHeadquarters & main production
- Materials
- Lead, plastic, sulfuric acid, LiFePO4
Thalheim
ATProduction site
Products & Components
Inside the production
Industries
Processes & technical limits
| Processes | Tolerance | Max. part | Weight | Lot size | Materials |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery manufacturing (lead-acid starter batteries)Assembly | – | – | – | – | Lead, Plastic, Sulfuric acid |
| Manufacturing of battery chargers (Accucharger)Assembly | – | – | – | – | – |
| Development and manufacturing of lithium batteries (LiFePO4)Assembly | – | – | – | – | Lithium (LiFePO4) |
| Manufacturing of (semi-)traction and standby batteries for stationary energy storage systemsAssembly | – | – | – | – | Lead |
| Manufacturing of recombination batteries (AGM/EFB)Assembly | – | – | – | – | Lead, Plastic, Sulfuric acid |
Additional services
Reference customers
History
- 1937
Artur Bawart founds Banner in Rankweil; the name is derived from the surnames Bawart and Wehinger.
- 1957
The company relocates to Linz.
- Heute
Family-owned by the Bawart family; CEO is Werner Töpfl. Revenue growth from 270 to 312 million euros for five consecutive years.