Electro-mechanical autosteer

Main features:

• Compatible with many tractors (over 150 models);
• High-precision relief compensation (6-axis gyroscope);
• Quickly and accurately defines curves, straight and circular passage lines;
• Allows to store and transfer lines to other devices;
• Provides elimination of human factor influence in working performance.

Electromechanical Autopilot: Precision Agriculture for Every Farm

In the 21st century, agriculture is difficult to imagine without precision farming technologies. One of the most in-demand solutions in this field is the electromechanical autopilot, which increases the efficiency of field operations, reduces costs, and elevates machinery management to a new level.
If in the past precision farming was associated only with large agricultural holdings, today it has become accessible even for small farms. Autopilots are a practical tool that generates economic benefits and helps farmers work with maximum accuracy.

Electromechanical Autopilot

This type of autopilot is installed in place of the standard steering wheel or mounted between the wheel and the steering shaft. Steering is performed by an electric motor that turns the wheel according to the predefined trajectory.

Key advantages of an electromechanical autopilot:

• Compatibility with most tractors, including older models without a CAN bus.
• Simple installation – typically taking 2 to 4 hours.
• Ability to quickly transfer the system from one tractor to another.

The electromechanical autopilot is an affordable and reliable way to implement precision farming in farms of any scale.

Why is an Electromechanical Autopilot Needed?

Its primary purpose is to automate routine operations and increase work efficiency.

Key benefits for farmers include:

• Fuel savings through accurate passes without overlaps.
• Reduced machinery wear – fewer idle runs and optimized load distribution.
• Higher yields due to uniform application of fertilizers and crop protection products.
• Time savings – the operator can focus on monitoring the process instead of steering.

Greater convenience when working at night or in poor visibility – the autopilot keeps the machine on course even under challenging conditions.
The system also reduces operator fatigue, which is especially important during peak fieldwork when machinery operators often spend 10–12 hours a day in the cab.

Electromechanical Autopilot – Optimal Solution

An electromechanical autopilot is an optimal choice for farms that want to adopt precision farming without major investments. Unlike hydraulic systems, its installation does not require significant modifications to the machine: the device mounts directly onto the steering wheel and connects to the navigation system.

Advantages:

• Fast installation and removal (suitable for multiple machines).
• Reliability and ease of use.
• Compatibility with various agro-analytics software solutions.

Electromechanical Autopilot Auto Steering

The term “electromechanical autopilot Auto Steering” refers to automatic steering wheel control. Essentially, it is an intelligent system that takes over the task of guiding the tractor precisely across the field.

Capabilities of the Auto Steering system:

• Accuracy up to 2.5 cm (when using an RTK signal).
• Ability to follow parallel, circular, and freeform trajectories.
• Route history logging and field map creation.
• Integration with fertilizer application and spraying systems.

For farmers, this means full control over the production process, minimized errors, and optimized operating costs.

Applications and Benefits

Electromechanical autopilots are used in the majority of field operations, including seeding, spraying, fertilizing, cultivation, and harvesting.
Main benefits for farms:

• Reduced production costs – fewer overlaps and skips result in resource savings.
• Increased profitability – precise operations directly impact yields.
• Sustainable development – lower fuel and fertilizer consumption supports environmental care.

Precision Farming with an Electromechanical Autopilot

An electromechanical autopilot is the first step toward farm digitalization and the adoption of precision farming principles. It enables farmers of all scales to work with maximum efficiency, manage costs, and increase yields.
FRENDT offers solutions distinguished by reliability, accuracy, and ease of use. For more than 12 years, we have been implementing precision farming technologies in Ukraine, with the mission of making them accessible to every farmer.
The electromechanical autopilot is an investment that always pays off, turning advanced technology into a practical tool for growth and development of your farm.