AGM, or Absorbent Glass Mat, batteries are an industrial worthy battery that utilizes the lead-acid technology to deliver a maximum amount of power to a vehicle. If you have an industrial vehicle that you rely on to do business, that vehicle is only as reliable as the battery itself that you use, and the AGM may be the best solution. Here is a look at some of the situations when an AGM battery is best for your industrial vehicle. 

You live in an area that has a harsher climate. 

Everyone knows how much a regular battery can lag when it gets colder outside. If you use your industrial vehicle in an area where the temperatures can get pretty low, it may be best to invest in an industrial AGM battery. Since these batteries are capable of holding a charge longer and have integrated glass mats to retain the charge, they can hold onto power reserves even when the temperatures fall below freezing. 

You drive an industrial vehicle that has a lot of electronic features. 

It is not at all uncommon for a regular modern vehicle to have a lot more electronic features and functions than any vehicle from even a decade ago, and many industrial vehicles have gotten the same upgrades. Commonly, these vehicles are outfitted with features like: 

• Heated interior seats
• On-board GPS systems 
• Large audio systems with more speakers
• A range of interior lights 
• Integrated video screens and cameras 

If your industrial vehicle has a lot of these electronic features, it is more of a strain on the battery every time your vehicle is in use. Therefore, it is best to have a battery like an industrial AGM battery that can provide you with enough power. 

You have an industrial vehicle that utilizes start-stop technology. 

In order to conserve fuel, many modern industrial vehicles are being outfitted with start-stop functions just like regular cars and trucks of the modern era. This innovative technology automatically shuts off the engine when the vehicle comes to a complete stop, and then restarts the engine when the brake is released. Even though this technology is excellent for fuel preservation, it is also harder on the battery because it must be strong enough to keep all electronics going while the engine (and alternator) are shut down. If you have a vehicle that has start-stop technology, you will likely need an industrial AGM battery to accommodate the feature.