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Danfoss Power Solutions steering innovation

Over 50 years of steering innovation

We began producing hydrostatic steering units back in the 1960s. Since then we have introduced many new variants, adapting to both market and regulatory needs.
In early 2000, we developed the first generation of electro-hydraulic steering products to fit a wide range of machine types. With GPS automatic steering, variable steering ratio and joystick steering, we made it possible to help customers increase their productivity and comfort.

Product range

Hydraulic steering
Hydraulic steering

The highest standards of safety and operator comfort and a low noise level. Most of our steering units are available with integrated valve functions. Perfect for smooth driving on the straight or during maneuvering.

Electrohydraulic steering
Electrohydraulic steering

SIL2 certified electrohydraulic steering performance level D for quick-steering, auto-guidance, four-wheel steering, GPS-steering, steer-by-wire.

Performance. Safety. Comfort.

We promise a precision performance where the operator’s safety and comfort are always up front. No matter what the application.
Our range covers two-wheel, four-wheel or articulated steering, GPS auto-steering, steer-by-wire and joystick or other electrically controlled steering − giving the light, smooth machine management operators prefer.

Steering portfolio e-book

Steering portfolio e-book

With a comprehensive range of hydraulic and electrohydraulic steering components and systems, Danfoss provides dedicated solutions applicable for all types of applications.

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Related solutions

  • All-wheel steering
    All-wheel steering
    All-wheel steering is one example of how Danfoss is at the forefront of machine versatility. This helps customers getting the most out of their equipment. Electrohydraulic steering system enables operators to manually adjust the steering mode, allowing them to best match machine performance to the task at hand.
  • Auto-guided steering system
    Auto-guided steering system
    To remain competitive in today’s agricultural equipment market, OEMs are offering satellite-based, automatic steering solutions.
  • Joystick steering
    Joystick steering
    Danfoss continues to lead the way with advanced, electrohydraulic joystick steering solutions. These offer design flexibility for you, superior machine controllability and performance for your customers.
  • Quick steering
    Quick steering
    The ability to customize a machine’s steering ratio gives operators added precision while keeping them in ultimate control. At Danfoss, we call this dynamic steering ratio adjustment “quick steering.”
  • Steer-by-wire
    Steer-by-wire
    Our fail-safe steer-by-wire solutions allow you to remove the steering column. You can then replace it with smaller, precise steering mechanisms such as a joystick or mini-wheel.

Related applications

  • Agriculture
    Agriculture
    Farmers need agricultural machines that deliver the same high productivity every season. Hydraulic solutions from Danfoss ensure world-class performance from each machine, and a comfortable, stress-free working environment for their operators.
  • Construction
    Construction
    Space is limited on construction sites, and there are people working everywhere. Contractors need machines that can safely maneuver in a tight spot. At the same time they still need to be powerful enough to get the job done. At Danfoss, we deliver the components, software, and controls that enable your machines to run safely, efficiently and effectively.
  • Crane and material handling
    Crane and material handling
    Cranes and other large handling machines are required to operate within very specific load ranges. Danfoss provides pressure transmitters that supply load limiting systems with crucial data, safeguarding your equipment, your load, and your operator.
  • Forestry
    Forestry
    Rough, sloping terrain and cramped working conditions call for robust and reliable forestry machines. We make sure you can manage everything from cutting trees and transport to preparing the forest floor for replanting. We have the smart hydraulic solutions your machines need for precise and efficient forestry operations.
  • Heavy machinery
    Heavy machinery
    Think about the heaviest challenges in the open mining, road building and construction industry. Tasks such as cutting through rock or the Arctic permafrost; compacting thick layers of hot asphalt. As well as lifting huge, prefabricated wall panels into place.
  • Lawn and turf
    Lawn and turf
    Lawn and turf machines must adapt to their surroundings and the season – becoming sweepers or snow blowers as required. At Danfoss, we make hydraulic solutions to provide that flexibility and ensure safe and efficient operation.

Case studies

Farmer's farewell to fatigue
Farmer's farewell to fatigue

FENDT launched the first combine harvester equipped with IDEALDrive – a machine you steer with a joystick, not a traditional steering wheel.

Improving operator comfort and productivity
Improving operator comfort and productivity

With more commercially available steering input options, including mini-wheels and joysticks, it was trendy to switch to a new method. We had multiple discussions with our customers about steering solutions that were very much driven by the current trend. Ergonomic benefits of joystick steering, for example, were implied, but we couldn’t prove anything.

News

  • New electrohydraulic Steering knowledge center
    New electrohydraulic Steering knowledge center
    Tuesday, September 22, 2020
    Danfoss Electrohydraulic Steering made easy. An online platform with free digital tools and resources to get faster configurations for your electrohydraulic steering system solutions.