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Aerodynamic booster actuator

Aerodynamic booster actuator

Aerodynamic booster actuator

Product catalog summary
Introduction
The document discusses the Ewellix Aerodynamic Booster Actuator, specifically the CAWD and CAHB series, designed for tractor truck roof air deflectors. Ewellix, formerly part of the SKF Group, is a global leader in linear motion and actuation solutions, focusing on innovation and engineering excellence.

Global Presence and Support
Ewellix has a significant global presence with 16 sales units and 9 factories, providing both standard components and custom-engineered solutions with comprehensive technical support.

Application and Benefits
The Aerodynamic Booster Deflector is designed to optimize the roof deflector position, reducing wind resistance, fuel consumption, and CO2 emissions. Key benefits include:
  • Optimized deflector position in seconds
  • Maintenance-free operation
  • Retrofit capability with backward compatibility
  • Upgrade from manual to electrical versions
Fuel savings are estimated at 3%, with a significant reduction in CO2 emissions.

Technical Specifications
The actuator system is tested for various environmental, electrical, and mechanical standards, ensuring high stability, corrosion resistance, and safety. It features:
  • Electronic force monitor and overload protection
  • High holding force and thermal switch
  • Compact design for existing roof fairings
  • Trunnion mount for multiple positions

Collaboration and Testing
The product is a result of collaboration with a major truck manufacturer, tested for durability and efficiency, including exposure to ice water and dust, with a life target of over 17,000 cycles.

Environmental and Cost Benefits
The actuator contributes to sustainable transport by reducing fuel costs and emissions. It is designed for easy and safe use, with both manual and electrical versions available.

Conclusion
Ewellix's Aerodynamic Booster Actuator offers a proven solution for improving fuel efficiency and reducing emissions in the trucking industry, backed by extensive testing and collaboration with industry leaders.
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Aerodynamic booster actuator CAWD and CAHB series for tractor truck roof air deflector

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Heritage of innovation for technology leadership Ewellix is a global innovator and manufacturer of linear motion and actuation solutions. Today, our state-of-the-art linear solutions are designed to increase machine performance, maximise uptime, reduce maintenance, improve safety and save energy. Technology leadership Global presence and local support Our journey began over 50 years ago as part of the SKF With our global presence, we are uniquely positioned to tise to continuously develop new technologies and use solutions, with full technical and applications support Group, and our history with...

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Ewellix contributes to reducing fuel consumption for the long-haul tractor truck fleet. A solution that decrease the aerodynamic drag without compromising efficiency, comfort and safety for the driver. Fuel is a heavy cost for the road transportation sector. The long-haul tractor trucks in particular, where the travel speed is higher, experience a higher aerodynamic drag in combination with longer travel distance. In a highly competitive environment the profit levels are at a few percent for many of the companies active in the business. With the Ewellix Aerodynamic Booster Deflector the adjustment...

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For more sustainable transport Fuel is a major part of the total operating costs of a truck – so finding ways to improve fuel efficiency pays off. Reducing harmful emissions is also an important aspect of sustainable development efforts. Ewellix Aerodynamic Booster Actuators reduce the aerodynamics drag by 3,5% compared to typical mechanical setting by step, improving tractor truck fuel efficiency by around 3%. This represents a yearly decrease in CO2 emissions of 3,5 tons per tractor truck in yearly long-haul traffic or 52 tons after a mileage of 1,5 million km. Cut the cost Long haul tractor...

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Safe and easy to use whatever the climate The driver can fine tune the height adjustment easily and in a safe mode from the catwalk. When the driver changes the trailer or just remove it, it is beneficial to adjust the height of the roof deflector to decrease the aerodynamic drag. The manual version is activated by a crank from the catwalk and the electrical version is controlled by a switch inside the cabin. So simple and safe for the driver who doesn’t need to climb to the roof. And the manual version could be replaced later by an electrical version. Environmental benefits • Fuel saving 3%...

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A joint initiative with one major truck manufacturer The Ewellix Aerodynamic Booster Actuator is the result of a close collaborative project with a large Truck manufacturer. What started out as a quest for improved efficiency and durability has evolved into a thoroughly tested and proven solution. Complete actuator system exposed to ice water (ISO 16750-4) and Arizona dust (ISO 20653). Extensive duration tests have validated a life target of more than 17 000 cycles over 15 years Ewellix solutions for Aerodynamic wind deflector Ranking: – Not available CAWD Manual Productivity High speed, the...

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ewellix.com © Ewellix All contents of this publication are the property of Ewellix, and may not be reproduced or given to third parties (even extracts) without permission. Although great care has been taken in the production of this catalog, Ewellix does not take any responsibility for damage or other loss resulting from omissions or typographical errors. The photo may differ slightly in appearance from the actual product. Due to continuous improvements being made in our products, the product’s appearance and specifications are subject to change without notice. PUB EL-03005/2-EN-July 2020 Certain...

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