Forged Production
Rimstock Plc is the largest producer of forged automotive wheels in the UK. As leaders in modern forged alloy wheel production and supply, Rimstock utilize 3 and 5 axis machining centre’s to make any design possible and a cost effect option when looking for extra performance and style.
One of the most sought after issues has always been how to minimise the weight of the wheel and unsprung weight of the vehicle whilst maximising strength and durability.
Reducing unsprung weight has a dramatic influence on the dynamics and performance of any vehicle. The higher the mass, the more energy is required to rotate and decelerate the wheel and tyre unit.
With forged aluminium, weight saving in excess of 30% can be achieved compared to similar designs of cast aluminium wheels whilst achieving even greater stiffness in the component. Therefore, significant weight reduction achieved through the research and development of a forged wheel programme can put a whole new light on the direct benefits to acceleration, handling, braking and suspension wear and tear.
We now offer a versatile opportunity for car manufacturers and tuners to design and develop unique wheel styles, based on quantities as low as 100 pieces with little or no tooling expenditure.
Both form and function are well catered for, with virtually any design possible, many from existing forged tools.
If single one off sets are required for either concept cars, or a customer who simply wants something that no else in the World has, this is also possible and is reviewed in our ‘Concept Wheel’ section which can be accessed from the main menu.