Developer of the
World's Best Fairing Systems
Since its inception, Windyne has focused on trailer aerodynamic improvements and upgrading the design of trailer side skirts.
Inspired by research performed by NASA in the 1970's, and in response to demand from the trucking industry, Windyne developed the most aerodynamic and convenient trailer fairing system on the market - Windyne Flip and Slide™ trailer side skirts.
Windyne side skirts offer full coverage, full access to the undercarriage, maximum safety, and maximum fuel savings and emission savings.
The Journey
To Innovation
Our journey of trailer aerodynamic improvements - from a zero coverage undercarriage to the Future of Fairings.
The Brick - Zero Coverage, Zero Protection, Zero Fuel Savings
The brick is a ‘naked trailer’ without any fuel saving devices. An open undercarriage creates wind resistance which lowers fuel savings and increases emissions. The underbelly of the trailer has the largest surface area and is a major contributor to the loss of fuel efficiency of long-haul trailers. Wind resistance is created when air enters the underside of the trailer and interacts negatively with equipment, tires, etc. creating drag and increasing fuel consumption and emissions. The more speed a trailer has the more wind resistance that is created.
NASA Studies - 12% Fuel Savings by Increasing Aerodynamics of the Trailer
NASA conducted a series of tests in the 1970's centered around tractor and semi-trailer aerodynamics. These tests concluded that 12% fuel savings could be achieved by enclosing the underside of the trailer to prevent wind, crosswinds, and turbulence from other traffic from entering the underbelly of the trailer and negatively interacting with equipment, tires, etc. While, an important discovery, the challenge facing the industry was how to enclose the undercarriage affordably and still maintain the necessary functionality of the tractor and trailer?
Enclosing the Undercarriage Restricts Access to Important Gear
Enclosing the underside of the trailer for semi-trailer aerodynamics restricts access to important gear in the undercarriage. Partial coverage fixed fairing products emerged as a compromise to allow for improved aerodynamics in certain load positions while not overly restricting access to the undercarriage. Due to the fixed and partial nature of such products, they left a large gap which reduced fuel savings and prevented access to the undercarriage during certain load positions. Windyne embarked on a mission to develop a fairing system without compromises.
The Solution
After countless hours and over 6 million dollars spent on research, design, development and testing Windyne created the most innovative all-in-one fairing system on the market. Windyne Flip and Slide™ flex trailer side skirts provide unmatched fuel savings and emissions reductions in all load positions, unrestricted and convenient access to the undercarriage, side guard protection and numerous other benefits.
Unmatched Performance
Windyne’s patented technology allows the side skirt to vertically retract to a near flush position against the side of the trailer to enable full access to the undercarriage in 30 seconds and easy deep docking. Innovative planning and design enable Flip and Slide™ fairings to adjust automatically (telescope) to compensate for all vehicle load and wheel positions allowing the driver to maintain load balance and make necessary adjustments without additional work or having to worry about adjusting the trailer fairings. Other features of Windyne Flip and Slide™ flex trailer side skirts include maximum coverage, side guard protection, quick access panels for landing gear, a flex skirt for maximum vertical coverage, improved handling and control, reduced wear on tractor and engine, top quality materials for a long lifespan and more. Most Windyne customers achieve at least 1 extra mile per gallon over the long haul.
The Future of Windyne
Windyne is always looking forward, focusing on creating better outcomes for our customers. We continue to actively invest in research and development – stay tuned for future updates!
Windyne is leading the way in fairing
Technology with the best fuel and
Emissions Savings, the Best Overall Value
and Greatest Safety Standards
Coverage
Aerodynamics
Emissions Reductions
