Keep moving in the cold

Operating Motive Power battery machinery at low temperatures can be a challenge. "When a battery-electric truck is operating in low temperatures, the battery's electrolyte temperature falls and its available capacity decreases," explains Peter Atack, product support manager at GNB Industrial Power.

"At temperatures below 0°C, loss of available capacity is accelerated even further, which is detrimental to productivity.However, there are a number of products that can be used to ensure machinery continues to operate effectively and efficiently even at the lowest of temperatures." The Classic lead-acid battery from GNB is suited to working in cold stores due to its robustness and reliability. The Aquajet Plus is also designed for use in cold conditions, with a rugged construction and watertight seals.