Maximum stability is essential when transporting wind tower segments with self-steering combinations and free-turning adapters. As the segments become larger and larger, their centre of gravity also increases, which poses an increasing challenge for the safety of the load and road traffic. The 7-axle dolly from Faymonville is unique on the market in this respect: it is exclusively equipped with a hydraulic suspension - a key request from the industry.
Our vehicle development is based on intensive co-operation with experienced transport companies from all over Europe. A clear request from these professionals was to find an alternative to air suspension without having to resort to pendle-axles. This valuable feedback from the field was directly integrated into our innovative concept.
The hydraulic suspension significantly improves transport safety and stability and offers numerous advantages over conventional air suspension:
- Adaptability: Stable response to changing road conditions.
- Controlled stability: Suspension of the self-steering trailer can be individually adjusted in the transverse direction.
- Flexibility: Precise raising and lowering of the self-steering trailer.
- Robustness: Significantly more durable and resistant than air suspension.
The combination of hydraulic suspension and the innovative steering system with a total of eight steering cylinders sets new standards. For self-steering combinations with tower adapters, this is the ultimate in stability and safety. And another clever special feature: the two installed tower adapters enable connection to the tower segments in 3-point or 4-point mounting.
Numerous leading companies are already relying on Faymonville's innovative vehicle development for their wind power projects, and the feedback has been consistently positive.
Further FlexMAX combinations are currently being delivered to internationally operating customers, with more news to follow shortly.
Date of publication: 01/2025