Schaeffler Commences Production of Steering Ball Screws at Xiangtan Manufacturing Facility
Shanghai (Gasgoo)- Schaeffler has officially begun production of steering ball screws at its Xiangtan manufacturing facility in China’s Hunan province, as announced on the company’s WeChat account on February 21.
Steering ball screws are a critical mechanical component of electric power steering (EPS) systems, playing a vital role in enhancing vehicle steering performance. The introduction of this new production line further solidifies Schaeffler’s manufacturing presence in China, enabling the company to better cater to the needs of local customers and drive business growth.
Schaeffler’s ball screw products; photo credit: Schaeffler
Schaeffler boasts a wealth of experience in the design and mass production of ball screws. Since 2007, the company has been manufacturing ball screws for steering systems, making it the first supplier globally to introduce them on a large scale in automobiles. With nearly two decades of expertise, Schaeffler has expanded the application of its ball screws to braking systems, engines, and transmissions, with a cumulative global production exceeding 100 million units. Since 2015, the company has been producing ball screws for braking systems at its Taicang facility, with total output exceeding 50 million units.
Within the steering sector, Schaeffler has been a key supplier of essential components to automakers, including steering system bearings and ball screws. Leveraging its proficiency in mechatronics and steer-by-wire technologies, the company is continuously diversifying its product range to include more advanced system solutions.
Aside from precision mechanical components, Schaeffler has also ventured into the development and mass production of electrohydraulic power steering systems (e2HPS) for commercial vehicles and rear-wheel steering (RWS) systems. Moreover, the company is ramping up the production of steer-by-wire components and complete systems.
