Terra Drive Systems, Inc.
Daniel Skelton has a diverse work experience, starting in 2004 when they became the owner of DND LawnCare. In 2008, they worked as a Grounds Crew at Battle Ground Golf Course. In 2011, they gained experience as an Undergraduate Student Researcher at Purdue University. Daniel continued their education at Purdue University, where they served as a Graduate Research Assistant from 2012 to 2014, conducting research and assisting in teaching laboratory classes for agriculture and biological engineering. During this time, they were also a Laboratory Teaching Assistant for a class on Sensors And Process Control, where they supervised projects involving robotic arms and microcontrollers. Daniel Skelton joined Terra Drive Systems, Inc. in 2016, initially as an Associate Vice President of Engineering. Daniel later transitioned to the role of Hydraulic Control Engineer before being promoted to Vice President Of Engineering in March 2020, where they continue to work.
Daniel Skelton attended Purdue University from 2008 to 2012, where they obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Agricultural Engineering. Daniel then pursued further education at Purdue University from 2012 to 2014, earning a Master of Engineering (MEng) degree in Hydraulics and Fluid Power Technology/Technician.
Terra Drive Systems, Inc.
At TDS Drive, we pioneered steerable hydraulic drive axle systems for agricultural equipment, engineering our legendary MudHog products for all of the leading agricultural manufacturers. Our systems can be found not only on farms, but on soil stabilizers, commercial turf care machines, aircraft loaders, road building equipment as well as digger derricks, cranes, dump trucks, snow plows and many more. We hold many patents for hydraulic systems and controls and are world-wide suppliers to OEMs and aftermarket dealers. We integrate with all these world-class companies to design and build the right products to fit their needs, making it easy for them to install and service.