In 1948 we developed the first forged aluminium automotive wheel, using an alloy originally developed for the aerospace industry
In 1968 we introduced the “6061” alloy specifically for automotive wheels—an alloy that continues to be used by forged aluminium wheel manufacturers around the globe
In 2013 we developed a new, patented alloy, MagnaForce® alloy, for truck wheels that is significantly stronger, so it can be used to make our wheels the lightest in the market.
17% STRONGER THAN THE INDUSTRY STANDARD
Our Ultra ONE® wheel range is the first to be made using our patented MagnaForce® alloy, which is on average 17 percent stronger than the industry standard 6061 alloy when used in similar applications.
The increase in alloy strength allows for a reduction in the overall weight of the wheel, without compromising its strength and durability.
MagnaForce® alloy was developed over 2 years by the metallurgy experts at our Technical Centre, one of the world's largest light metals research centres. It has now become the newest alloy for forged aluminium wheels in 45 years.
