Zipwake Trim Control exceeds expectations

Fresh out of Sweden comes a new, dynamic Trim control system that's set to revolutionise the boating world.

 

New from Zipwake, the Zipwake Trim Control System is a cutting-edge, state-of-the-art system of fast-acting interceptors, designed to eliminate the well-known Trim problems of Planing and semi-planing boats.

 

If you're looking for a Way to ensure a more comfortable ride, better Boat performance and improved fuel consumption, then this is the solution for you. Interceptors give much less Drag than Trim Tabs, making this a must-buy for your vessel.

 

Already buyers are seeing a huge difference. The Zipwake system was installed and trialed on board a Nautic Star Fisheries vessel, then taken out to sail from O'Sullivans Beach Marina, South Australia - with fantastic results.

 

Idling through the calm waters of the marina, the Zipwake system was set to auto. On moving out the skipper was instructed to set and maintain engine Trim at 60% - the vessel was then accelerated to 15 knots. Once moving, the Zipwake interceptors dropped down into place and the vessel popped out of the hole with minimal Bow lift. The skipper maintained the same speed and proceeded to do turns into and across the swell, with the stability of the Boat being constantly corrected by the Zipwake interceptors.


The speed was then increased to 35 knots with the Zipwake automatically retracting the Interceptors to around 20%, keeping the roll to a minimum. This kept the Boat at an upright position, allowing the Hull to pierce the waves with the ‘V’ of the vessel cutting directly into the wave, therefore not presenting the flat area of the Bow to the wave - making for a great ride. The vessel performed exceptionally well with the system engaged and gave an extremely smooth ride.

 

The Way in which the system works is simple. Zipwake's interceptor blades extend just 30mm, whereas Trim Tabs often project 150mm, reflecting substantial Drag. In this Way, interceptors eliminate uncomfortable and dangerous Boat Pitch and roll, while also minimising wave resistance and therefore improving fuel economy.

 

The system has been in the works since 2011, when Zipwake brought together a carefully selected team of engineers from both the marine and automotive industry to come up with a solution. After three and a half years of intense product development, the first Zipwake Dynamic Trim Control system was launched in Amsterdam in November at METS 2014.

 

Now available here in Australia, the systems come in kits. Each kit is supplied with a control panel, distribution unit, 2 interceptors, power cable, cable covers and an M12 extension cable.

 

So what are you waiting for? Say goodbye to the frustration of Trim problems, and inquire with us about a Zipwake Trim Control System today.

 

 

System comes available in kits.
Interceptors give much less drag than trim tabs.
System set-up.