Start with a solid billet:
The process begins with a solid block of aerospace-grade aluminum alloy.
Heating:
This block is then heated to high, controlled temperatures.
Compression:
The heated aluminum is placed into a hydraulic press, which applies thousands of tons of pressure (often 8,000 to 10,000 tons) to compress the material into a rough wheel shape.
Shaping:
This compressed "forging" is then sent to a manufacturer to be shaped into the final wheel design using Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) machines.
Finishing:
Hand-applied finishes are applied to complete the wheel.
