How FlowBelow uses Siemens software to engineer aerodynamic truck components
Since 2009, FlowBelow has been improving fuel efficiency in the heavy trucking industry. The company designs aerodynamic components that help fleets save fuel and reduce emissions. As FlowBelow expands its product lineup, it continues to invest in tools that accelerate design and testing.
Building momentum with Siemens software
To push development forward, FlowBelow turned to Siemens’ start-up package to explore new engineering software. The accessible pricing allowed the team to experiment with advanced tools while minimizing risk.
“With a smaller barrier to expanding the number of seats, we can get more engineers exposed to the software and ultimately use it as a team instead of just one or two individuals,” President and CTO of FlowBelow, Josh Butler, said.
This flexibility has empowered FlowBelow to test, validate, and refine aerodynamic design more collaboratively across its engineering team.
Strengthening capabilities with Applied CAx
Getting new software up and running can be complex but Applied CAx helped streamline the process from the start. “Applied CAx has been helpful getting the license set up and with any software-related questions,” Butler said.
Through this partnership, FlowBelow brought computational fluid dynamics (CFD) in-house using STAR-CCM+, which enables faster simulation and design iteration. “We are still early in using the tools, but we believe we are on a good track using this CFD software,” Butler said.
Applied CAx’s flexibility has also been a key advantage during a time of cost management. “Applied CAx has been accommodating for our business during a time where we are curtailing expenses, and turning things around has been beneficial to both companies,” Butler said.
What’s next for FlowBelow?
FlowBelow continues to strengthen its digital engineering capabilities and is now exploring new Siemens software. “Nastran FEA software is promising, and we are trying this out this year,” Butler said.
By combining Siemens’ powerful simulation tools with dedicated support from Applied CAx, FlowBelow is creating a more agile, data-driven engineering environment that is designed to keep trucks moving efficiently for years to come.
Learn more about FlowBelow here.