Danielson équipement by Orc Moteurs

What Danielson équipement by Orc Moteurs does

Danielson équipement is a French specialty distributor of motorsport competition parts, operating since 1988 from Magny-Cours near the Circuit de Nevers-Magny-Cours. The company distributes products from approximately 30 premium motorsport manufacturers spanning brake systems (Pagid Racing, AP Racing, Alcon, Performance Friction), transmission (HEWLAND as official French importer for 25+ years, AP Racing, Tilton clutches), suspension and chassis components (SKF Racing, UNIBAL, AURORA rod ends), safety equipment (Sparco, Schroth, Lifeline, SPA Design), instrumentation (Stack, Prisma, AIM), fuel systems (ATL, Premier), and workshop equipment. Since 2024, the company holds official French importer rights for HALO P1 next-generation brake fluid. The company is also an FIA-certified technician for recharging and re-homologating fire extinguishers across Lifeline, SPA Design, FEV, and Intercomp brands.

The business operates three distribution channels: a physical retail store at the Magny-Cours headquarters, an e-commerce storefront (shop.danielson-equipement.com) with same-day shipping for orders before 15h-16h, and a mobile circuit assistance truck that provides on-site sales and technical support at racing events across France and Europe. Revenue is generated through unit-based sales of parts and consumables, complemented by technical advisory services and regulated extinguisher maintenance. The customer base spans professional racing teams competing in endurance, GT, touring car, and historic series, Formula Student university teams, and individual racing enthusiasts.

The company is privately held with no disclosed institutional investors, no parent company, no funding rounds, and no public reporting. With 9 employees and an ownership structure not publicly disclosed, Danielson operates as a small specialist distributor whose competitive position is anchored in long-tenured exclusive agency agreements, FIA-certified technical service capabilities, and a physical-event-driven presence that builds trusted relationships with European motorsport customers.

Name

Danielson équipement by Orc Moteurs

Legal name

DANIELSON EQUIPEMENT

Website

https://danielson-equipement.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1988

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Danielson équipement is a French specialty distributor of motorsport competition parts, founded in 1988 in Magny-Cours, serving professional racing teams, Formula Student teams, and amateur racers across France and Europe with products from 30+ premium manufacturers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Motorsport Competition Parts Distribution

NAICS

Automotive Parts and Accessories Retailers (44133), Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing (3363)

SIC

Wholesale-Motor Vehicle Supplies & New Parts (5013)

akta.pro primary industry

Automotive Parts, Tires & Workshop Supplies Marketplaces (CRAFAHAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Helmets & Protective Headgear Retail (Motorcycle/ATV/Snow) (CRAMANAB), Protective Armor & Impact Protection Retail (Body/Back/Chest) (CRAMANAC)

Keywords

• Motorsport competition parts
• Racing brake systems
• Competition transmission parts
• FIA safety equipment
• Motorsport parts distribution

Headquarters

HQ city

Magny-Cours

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Parts Distribution: Sale of competition vehicle parts including brake systems, transmission components, suspension, batteries, and safety equipment through e-commerce and physical store. Products sourced from major manufacturers and distributed to racing teams and enthusiasts.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Danielson équipement distributes thousands of branded competition vehicle parts — brake systems, transmission components, suspension, instrumentation, batteries, safety equipment, and workshop supplies — sourced from major European and US motorsport manufacturers. It sells through an e-commerce platform, a physical store at Magny-Cours, and a circuit assistance truck at racing events, and provides FIA-certified extinguisher servicing and Technical advice for professional teams, Formula Student teams, and amateur racers. Since 2024 the company is also the official French importer for HALO P1 next-generation brake fluid.

Product overview

Danielson équipement is a specialist distributor of competition vehicle parts operating since 1988, representing over 30 major motorsport manufacturers. The company offers a unified platform combining an e-commerce shop (shop.danielson-equipement.com) and physical store near Magny-Cours circuit. The product portfolio centers on brake components (Pagid Racing, AP Racing), transmission systems (Hewland as official French importer, AP Racing/Tilton/Alcon clutches), extinguisher service (LIFELINE, SPA Design, FEV, INTERCOMP), and the proprietary HALO P1 brake fluid (since 2024 official importer). Additional offerings include chassis/suspension parts (SKF Racing bearings, rod ends), instrumentation (STACK, ALFANO, AIM), and workshop equipment. The company provides Formula Student team support with specialized components and technical assistance.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• HALO P1 Brake Fluid HALO P1 is a next-generation high-performance brake fluid with 341°C dry boiling point and Fade Resistant Technology, providing exceptional thermal resistance and low compressibility for stable pedal feel in extreme racing conditions. Distributed by Danielson as official French importer for professional racing teams and racers.
• Brake Components (Pagid Racing, AP Racing, Performance Friction) Complete range of competition brake components including brake pads (Pagid Racing RS, RSC, RSH, RSL, RST ranges), calipers, master cylinders, and brake discs from AP Racing, Performance Friction, Ferodo, and other premium manufacturers. For professional racing teams and amateur racers.
• Hewland Gearbox Parts Official French importer (25+ years) for Hewland gearbox components and replacement parts for DG-DGB, FT200, FG600, MK5, MK8, MK9, FTR, LD200, and LG200 series. For motorsport teams using Hewland transmissions.
• Transmission Components (Clutches) Competition clutches and related components from AP Racing, Tilton, Alcon, ZF SACHS, and HELIX manufacturers, including bi-disc clutch kits for rally vehicles such as Skoda R5 and VW Polo R5. For racing teams and amateur competitors.
• Chassis and Suspension Parts Suspension springs, wheel bearings (SKF Racing), rod ends, spherical bearings (UNIBAL, AURORA, NMB), and chassis accessories for motorsport applications. For racing teams and amateur competitors.
• FIA Extinguisher Service (LIFELINE, SPA Design, FEV, INTERCOMP) Official technician service for recharging and re-homologating FIA-approved fire extinguishers from LIFELINE, SPA Design (Firefighter), FEV, and INTERCOMP. Performed at Danielson's workshop. For racing teams needing FIA-compliant extinguisher maintenance.
• Instrumentation and Electronics Dashboard instruments, STACK tachometers, Racetech gauges, ALFANO and AIM data logging systems, and batteries including Super B lithium-ion and DMS Red Top Varley. For racing teams and amateur competitors.
• Safety Equipment (Sparco, Schroth, TRS) FIA-approved safety equipment including harnesses, helmets, HANS devices, and racing suits from Sparco, Schroth, TRS, and Willans. For racing teams and amateur racing enthusiasts.
• Fuel System Components Fuel circuit components including ATL fuel tanks and Premier fuel cells, filters, pumps, refueling accessories, and Staubli quick connectors for fuel, air, brake, and lifting circuits. For professional racing teams.
• Workshop and Pit Equipment Pit equipment including tire warmers, lifting equipment, pressure gauges, PAOLI impact wrenches, SHINE maintenance products, Goodridge performance hoses and fittings for brake/fuel/water systems, and Intercomp scales and measurement equipment. For racing teams and workshops.
• Formula Student Components Specialized parts for Formula Student university teams including brake calipers (CP3696, CP2577), master cylinders (CP2623, CP4400), and lithium-ion batteries designed for competition use, with technical support and student-specific conditions.

Quantifiable outcome

• Same-day shipping for all available items ordered before 15h/16h
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

29 partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• Orthene (HALO P1)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2024Since 2024, Danielson équipement is the official importer for France of HALO P1 next-generation brake fluid. HALO P1 is a high-performance brake fluid with 341°C dry boiling point, developed with 48 years of brake fluid expertise. Used by professional teams including Flying Lizard Motorsports, GP Elite, Power Maxed Racing, and EXCELR8 Motorsport.
• HEWLANDcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 1998Official French importer for over 25 years for racing transmission parts, gear ratios, and spare parts. HEWLAND is a legendary name in motorsport transmission, known for gearbox solutions in Formula Ford, Formula Vee, and various sports car applications.
• Pagid RacingcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor supplier of brake pads for competition vehicles. Pagid Racing offers a wide selection of friction compounds including RS, RSC, RSH, RSL, and RST ranges for circuit, rally, endurance, and historic vehicles.
• AP RacingcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLeading manufacturer of brake systems and clutches for motorsport. Danielson distributes AP Racing products including brake calipers, master cylinders, and clutch assemblies.
• LifelinecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial technician service for Lifeline FIA fire extinguishers. Danielson performs recharging and re-homologation of Lifeline extinguishers at their facility.
• SPA Design (Firefighter)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial technician service for SPA Design (Firefighter) FIA fire extinguishers. Danielson performs maintenance and re-homologation at their workshop.
• IntercompcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of Intercomp racing products including scales and measurement equipment. Danielson also provides service support for Intercomp equipment.
• SKF RacingcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of SKF Racing bearings for competition applications. Products include wheel bearings, gearbox bearings, and suspension components.
• MotulmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of Motul oils for motorsport including engine oils and gearbox oils.
• Tilton RacingmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of Tilton Racing clutches, master cylinders, and brake components for competition vehicles.
• AlconmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of Alcon braking and clutch components for motorsport.
• StaublimajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of Staubli quick connectors for fuel, air, brake, and lifting circuits in motorsport.
• ATLmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of ATL fuel tanks and accessories for competition vehicles.
• Performance FrictionmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of PFC brake components for motorsport applications.
• Sachs PerformancemajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of ZF Sachs performance clutches and components including bi-disc clutch kits for rally vehicles like Skoda R5 and VW Polo R5.
• SchrothmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of Schroth racing harnesses and safety equipment.
• Super BmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of Super B lithium batteries for competition vehicles.
• PAOLImajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of PAOLI impact wrenches and workshop equipment.
• GoodridgemajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of Goodridge performance hoses and fittings for brake, fuel, and water systems.
• FerodomajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of Ferodo brake pads for motorsport.
• FEVcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial technician service for FEV FIA fire extinguishers. Danielson performs recharging and re-homologation at their facility.
• Prisma ElectronicsmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of Prisma high-precision pressure and temperature gauges for motorsport.
• TRSmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of TRS safety equipment including towing straps and FIA-approved products.
• UNIBALmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of UNIBAL spherical bearings and rod ends for motorsport suspension applications.
• AURORAmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of AURORA performance rod ends and spherical bearings for competition vehicles.
• NMBmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of NMB precision bearings and rod ends for motorsport.
• StackmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of Stack instrumentation including tachometers and gauges for racing vehicles.
• Premier FuelmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of Premier fuel cells and accessories.
• SparcomajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of Sparco safety equipment including harnesses and seats.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• JKS Motorsport / JKS Tools: European motorsport tools and parts distributor with a similar premium-brand catalog and e-commerce focus, serving club and semi-pro racing customers across the UK and EU.
• Demon Tweeks: Long-established UK-based motorsport parts specialist and distributor with both e-commerce and physical retail, carrying many of the same premium brands (AP Racing, Tilton, Lifeline, etc.). Most directly comparable peer given hybrid retail/wholesale motorsport distribution model.
• Pumaspeed: Specialist motorsport/performance parts retailer and distributor in the UK, with online and physical channels. Comparable in product mix (brakes, suspension, engine components) and target customer (amateur and club racers).
• Speeds Motorsport: Independent French/European motorsport performance parts retailer offering similar premium brake, suspension, and engine brands with a comparable e-commerce and trade customer mix.
• TTV Racing: UK motorsport parts distributor carrying Pagid, AP Racing, HEWLAND and similar lines; competes directly with Danielson for European amateur and club-racer spend, particularly on consumables and HEWLAND spares.
• AGS Racing / Racing Distribution: French/European motorsport parts distributor carrying many of the same competition brands and serving similar GT, endurance, and touring car customers.
• Woodward Motorsport: US-based motorsport parts distributor with similar premium brake and transmission offerings, useful as a trans-Atlantic comparable for catalog breadth and supplier relationships.

Regional players

• EM Motorsport (EM-Tuning): Germany-based motorsport performance parts specialist with similar brand portfolio and event support, operating in the DACH region. Regional comparable given geographic proximity to Danielson's French/European footprint.

Emerging players

• Powerflex: Manufacturer and distributor of motorsport polyurethane components; while primarily a brand, its distribution model and motorsport trade channel overlap with Danielson's customer base in France and Europe.

Broad incumbents

• Adrian Flux (Motorsport division): UK-based broader automotive/motorsport retailer with parts distribution as part of a wider portfolio. Comparable in motorsport parts adjacency though broader in scope than Danielson's specialist focus.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Funding overview

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Investors

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