The Danfoss PVED-CLS actuator is the first intelligent subsystem for electrohydraulic power steering to integrate all safety functions. It complies with all current legislation and safety standards, including the Machine Directive. This device simplifies the design of your system, reduces development time and speeds up your time to market.

Features and benefits:

• the first intelligent power steering subsystem that integrates all safety functions
• TÜV-certified power steering subsystem
• CAN-BUS interface
• direct interface for connection of electric mini steering wheel, joystick and automatic GPS guidance (ISO 11873)
• adjustable via PLUS + 1® service tool
• Provides optimal security and shortens time to market thanks to simplified system architecture and maximum compatibility

Danfoss has signed a purchase agreement with Hydraulik Nord Fluidtechnik, a major supplier of systems for hydrostatic directional control (servoriadenia) mobile machinery based in Parchim, Germany. Hydraulik Nord Fluidtechnik supplies large customers and fits perfectly into the portfolio of Danfoss Power Solutions products. The combination of Danfoss Power Solutions and Hydraulik Nord Fluidtechnik will create a strong global supplier in the hydrostatic directional control market.

"The offer of innovative and efficient products for the agricultural sector is essential for food supply in the future, and this acquisition confirms our strategic focus on consolidating leadership positions in these key market segments, together with Hydraulik Nord Fluidtechnik as part of our Mobile Hydraulics Division. a greater product offering that will benefit our customers in both agricultural and other segments, "says Eric Alström, president of Danfoss Power Solutions.

Hydraulik Nord Fluidtechnik and Danfoss Power Solutions, these two companies will jointly be a major supplier with worldwide competence and excellent engineering capabilities.

"Hydraulik Nord Fluidtechnik is generally known for its excellent hydrostatic control unit, and Hydraulik Nord Fluidtechnik has been assigned to Danfoss Power Solutions to offer even more hydrostatic steering solutions with the best parameters in its class, and I look forward to welcoming Parchim in we will build on the experience of Hydraulik Nord Fluidtechnik and maintain a strong relationship with the local community as well as the local university, "says Domenico Traverso, president of Danfoss Power Solutions.

Dr. Karl Werner, a shareholder of Hydraulik Nord Fluidtechnik, adds: "Engaging forces with Danfoss is a great step for our company. Together, we will have more capacity and investment for further innovation and development, utilizing our expanded manufacturing facilities expanding our market share This is a unique opportunity to exploit the strengths of both of these companies. "

The acquisition is subject to the necessary approval of the competent authorities and is expected to be fully completed in the first quarter of 2019. The parties have not provided a purchase price or other terms of acquisition.

Hydraulik Nord Fluidtechnik - The company was founded in 1970 and was bought by the family-owned Hydraulik Nord Group from Bosch Rexroth in 2013. Now it is a separate subsidiary consisting of two divisions: Products business and Parts business. Parts business is not part of this business. More information at https://hn-group.com/en/companies/hydraulik-nord-fluidtechnik/