What Is Flow Forming Technology

What Is Flow Forming Technology

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WHAT IS FLOW FORMING TECHNOLOGY?

Flow forming technology is one of the most advanced manufacturing technologies to enter the wheel industry. Flow Forming Technology involves the application of pressure to the inner barrel of the wheel, while spinning and after it has been casted. This process stretches and compresses the aluminum, which increases tensile strength. In this respect the process shares similar properties to those found in the forging process. The final product is lighter, stronger, has increased elongation, and a much greater shock resistance as well as the ability to increase load capacity over a traditional cast wheel (of the same design).

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    1: THE FLOW-FORMED PROCESS APPLIES PRESSURE ON THE INNER WHEEL WHILE SPINNING AFTER CASTING
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    2: THIS PROCESS STRETCHES AND COMPRESSES THE ALUMINUM, WHICH INCREASES TENSILE STRENGTH
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    3: THE FINAL PRODUCT IS LIGHTER, STRONGER, HAS INCREASED ELONGATION, AND GREATER SHOCK RESISTANCE

Interested in seeing more Flow Formed Wheels? Here is a link to all of the Konig Flow Formed Wheel offerings –> FLOW FORMED WHEELS

Flow Forming Technology has a great number of benefits. Konig has been producing Flow Formed wheels since 2010 and is always improving on the process and efficiency to improve the end product. Below are some visual charts for you to see the drastic benefits as it relates to elongation and tensile strength vs a regular cast wheel. The numbers used are approximate and only for general comparison. These are based off of wheels similar in styling, size, width and other specification. One wheel was a conventional cast constructed wheel and the other is developed using Flow Forming Technology.

TENSILE STRENGTH
Flow Forming vs CastELONGATION
Flow Forming vs Cast

 

What is Elongation?

Elongation is essentially the amount of flex that an object can have before it would reach a breaking point.  So you might be asking why would it be more beneficial that a Flow Formed Wheel can flex more before it could ever reach that point? Well, its important when we talk about wheels that everyone should acknowledge that wheels are metal not magic.  

While that may be a humorous line its incredibly true.  We only build wheels to the highest quality.  Konig places every wheel design through a very strict testing standard and build each design to load ratings which are in excess of what is needed for that design’s target vehicles.  However, any wheel, regardless of whether it’s an aftermarket wheel or the original factory wheel, has a breaking point.  Severe impact and the stress impacts over time can push the metal to a breaking point.  

So let’s get back to the benefit that we started talking about earlier. If a wheel safely has the ability to flex more before ever reaching a breaking point that will increase reliability and longevity of a wheel. This is a benefit to racers on the track as well as the road hazards of everyday use on the street. .

If you have any questions, feel free to contact us!

New For 2017!

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We’re excited to announce the release of Konig’s latest wheel designs for 2017!


With new Konig wheel additions for 2017 to both the Konig Flow Formed & Main Line wheel collections, Konig continually develops product which includes both forward styling and performance for the street or track.

The Konig 2017 line-up features the all new Konig Ultraform & Impression wheels which were inspired by our history in motorsport and produced with the most state of the art technology.   The end result is a product that is strong & lightweight!

The Ultraform is a lightweight, 7-spoke design that has been developed for strength on the track while offering a modern and aggressive look when rolling around town. The Ultraform’s design lends to efficient brake cooling as well as exceptional brake caliper clearance. With widths up to 10.5″ wide, toughening up the stance on many rear wheel drive vehicles is an easy task. Constructed with Flow Forming Technology, the Ultraform is light, strong and contains more elongation and shock resistance than a traditional cast design. The Ultraform is offered in 17×8″, 17×9″, 18×8, 18×8.5″, 18×9″, 18×9.5″, 18×10.5″, 19×8.5″, 19×9″, 19×9.5″, 19×10.5″ and finished in Gloss Graphite.

The Impression is a unique, split 10-spoke, face-forward design that will have heads turning for another look. Finished in Gloss Black with Machined Face, the Impression is available in 16×7.5”, 17×7.5”, and 18×8” sizes. The Impression has fitment for many popular passenger vehicles and is ready to make your vehicle stand out from the crowd!

Check the out below for the full product specs & sizing on these NEW wheels from Konig!

 

New Wheel Additions

 

  • Konig Ultraform

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  • Sizing & Specs

    The Ultraform is a lightweight, 7-spoke design that has been developed for strength on the track while offering a modern and aggressive look when rolling around town. The Ultraform’s design lends to efficient brake cooling as well as exceptional brake caliper clearance. With widths up to 10.5″ wide, toughening up the stance on many rear wheel drive vehicles is an easy task. Constructed with Flow Forming Technology, the Ultraform is light, strong and contains more elongation and shock resistance than a traditional cast design. The Ultraform is offered in 17×8″, 17×9″, 18×8, 18×8.5″, 18×9″, 18×9.5″, 18×10.5″, 19×8.5″, 19×9″, 19×9.5″, 19×10.5″ and finished in Gloss Graphite.

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  • Konig Impression

    New Konig Wheel Impression

  • Impression Sizing & Specs

    The Impression is a unique, split 10-spoke, face-forward design that will have heads turning for another look. Finished in Gloss Black with Machined Face, the Impression is available in 16×7.5”, 17×7.5”, and 18×8” sizes. The Impression has fitment for many popular passenger vehicles and is ready to make your vehicle stand out from the crowd!

    View Details

  

Ultraform

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Konig Part#,Size,PCD,Offset (mm),Finish,Center Bore,Construction,Net Weight (lb)
UF87100456,17×8,4×100,45,GLOSS GRAPHITE,73.1,FLOW FORMED,16.53
UF87100457,17×8,4×100,45,GOLD,73.1,FLOW FORMED,16.53
UF87510406,17×8,5×100,40,GLOSS GRAPHITE,73.1,FLOW FORMED,16.94
UF87510407,17×8,5×100,40,GOLD,73.1,FLOW FORMED,16.94
UF87512426,17×8,5×112,42,GLOSS GRAPHITE,66.56,FLOW FORMED,16.72
UF87514356,17×8,5×114.3,35,GLOSS GRAPHITE,73.1,FLOW FORMED,17.4
UF87514357,17×8,5×114.3,35,GOLD,73.1,FLOW FORMED,17.4
UF87514456,17×8,5×114.3,45,GLOSS GRAPHITE,73.1,FLOW FORMED,16.53
UF87520356,17×8,5×120,35,GLOSS GRAPHITE,72.56,FLOW FORMED,17.4
UF97100436,17×9,4×100,43,GLOSS GRAPHITE,73.1,FLOW FORMED,17.64
UF97100437,17×9,4×100,43,GOLD,73.1,FLOW FORMED,17.64
UF97510406,17×9,5×100,40,GLOSS GRAPHITE,73.1,FLOW FORMED,17.85
UF97510407,17×9,5×100,40,GOLD,73.1,FLOW FORMED,17.85
UF97514256,17×9,5×114.3,25,GLOSS GRAPHITE,73.1,FLOW FORMED,19.1
UF97514257,17×9,5×114.3,25,GOLD,73.1,FLOW FORMED,19.1
UF97514346,17×9,5×114.3,34,GLOSS GRAPHITE,73.1,FLOW FORMED,18.29
UF97520346,17×9,5×120,34,GLOSS GRAPHITE,72.56,FLOW FORMED,18.29
UF88508426,18×8,5×108,42,GLOSS GRAPHITE,73.1,FLOW FORMED,17.71
UF88508427,18×8,5×108,42,GOLD,73.1,FLOW FORMED,17.71
UF88514456,18×8,5×114.3,45,GLOSS GRAPHITE,73.1,FLOW FORMED,17.89
UF88514457,18×8,5×114.3,45,GOLD,73.1,FLOW FORMED,17.89
UFA8512426,18×8.5,5×112,42,GLOSS GRAPHITE,66.56,FLOW FORMED,18.59
UFA8512427,18×8.5,5×112,42,GOLD,66.56,FLOW FORMED,18.59
UFA8514356,18×8.5,5×114.3,35,GLOSS GRAPHITE,73.1,FLOW FORMED,19.35
UFA8514357,18×8.5,5×114.3,35,GOLD,73.1,FLOW FORMED,19.35
UFA8520386,18×8.5,5×120,38,GLOSS GRAPHITE,72.56,FLOW FORMED,19.23
UF98514256,18×9,5×114.3,25,GLOSS GRAPHITE,73.1,FLOW FORMED,20.63
UF98514257,18×9,5×114.3,25,GOLD,73.1,FLOW FORMED,20.63
UF98514386,18×9,5×114.3,38,GLOSS GRAPHITE,73.1,FLOW FORMED,19.74
UF98514387,18×9,5×114.3,38,GOLD,73.1,FLOW FORMED,19.74
UFN8514256,18×9.5,5×114.3,25,GLOSS GRAPHITE,73.1,FLOW FORMED,20.71
UFN8514257,18×9.5,5×114.3,25,GOLD,73.1,FLOW FORMED,20.71
UFN8520366,18×9.5,5×120,36,GLOSS GRAPHITE,72.56,FLOW FORMED,18.95
UF08514256,18×10.5,5×114.3,25,GLOSS GRAPHITE,73.1,FLOW FORMED,20.62
UF08514257,18×10.5,5×114.3,25,GOLD,73.1,FLOW FORMED,20.62
UFA9508426,19×8.5,5×108,42,GLOSS GRAPHITE,73.1,FLOW FORMED,19.98
UFA9512426,19×8.5,5×112,42,GLOSS GRAPHITE,73.1,FLOW FORMED,19.98
UFA9514356,19×8.5,5×114.3,35,GLOSS GRAPHITE,73.1,FLOW FORMED,20.49
UFA9514357,19×8.5,5×114.3,35,GOLD,73.1,FLOW FORMED,20.49
UFA9514456,19×8.5,5×114.3,45,GLOSS GRAPHITE,73.1,FLOW FORMED,19.89
UFA9520356,19×8.5,5×120,35,GLOSS GRAPHITE,72.56,FLOW FORMED,20.49
UF99514256,19×9,5×114.3,25,GLOSS GRAPHITE,73.1,FLOW FORMED,22.4
UF99514356,19×9,5×114.3,35,GLOSS GRAPHITE,73.1,FLOW FORMED,21.82
UF99520356,19×9,5×120,35,GLOSS GRAPHITE,72.56,FLOW FORMED,21.82
UFN9520356,19×9.5,5×120,35,GLOSS GRAPHITE,72.56,FLOW FORMED,22.04
UF09514256,19×10.5,5×114.3,25,GLOSS GRAPHITE,73.1,FLOW FORMED,25.12
UF09514406,19×10.5,5×114.3,40,GLOSS GRAPHITE,73.1,FLOW FORMED,24.2
UF09520406,19×10.5,5×120,40,GLOSS GRAPHITE,72.56,FLOW FORMED,24.2
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First 17×9 Hypergram in stock weighed in at 17lbs

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The first Konig Hypergram‘s have arrived (17×9 4×100) in Race Bronze and are now available over at Goodwin Racing!  Taken to the scale, the Hypergram in 17×9, 4×100 weighed in at only 17.05 lbs.  The Hypergram is manufactured using Flow Forming Technology which produces a lighter & stronger wheel.  Looking for more information on Flow Forming Technology?  Here is a site that has more information on Flow Forming as well as all of the other Flow Forming product that Konig offers: http://flowformingtechnology.com/

Head over to Goodwin Racing now to make sure to get your hands on one of the hottest wheels of the year before they are all sold out!

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Final Drive TV at USTCC Thunderhill

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Gogogear.com President Ali Arsham and his UTI/Konig Wheels Hyundai Genesis Coupe battled it out back in November 2015 in the last race of the USTCC season at Thunderhill Raceway. Final Drive picked up the event in their recently released Episode 47 of Final Drive TV. Ali Arsham has been featured as a Face Of Konig a while back for his contribution to the motorsports & road racing community.  He currently runs the Konig Integram, which is Flow Formed, on his racecar.

Whats so interesting to watch in this episode is how more then a few USTCC racers run Konig Flow Formed product on the track and have for years!  Drivers like Michael McCulligan, the guys from Life’s Good Racing and a few others push their Konig product harder then most others will ever do!   Konig’s Flow Formed Line Up is a very popular choice amongst road racers & weekend autocross enthusiasts alike.   The product is extremely affordable and has an extremely high level of quality that is perfect for the street or the intense abuse of track conditions.

Check out Final Drive TV’s Episode 47 at USTCC Thunderhill!

Browse the full Flow Formed Line Up now!

New Wheel Additions for 2016

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We’re excited to announce the release of Konig’s latest wheel designs for 2016!

New Wheel Additions
With new Konig wheel additions for 2016 to both the Konig Flow Formed & Main Line wheel collections, Konig continually develops product which includes both forward styling and performance for the street or track.

The Konig Flow Formed line-up features the all new Konig Hypergram & Konig Rennform wheels which were inspired by our history in motorsport and produced with the most state of the art Flow Forming Technology.   The end result is a product that is strong & lightweight!  Konig is also introducing the Konig Interflow and the Konig Intention, which are the newest additions to the Konig Main Line. The Konig Interflow features a modern take on a classic mesh design and is offered in sizes 16″ through 20″ finished in a full painted Metallic Silver while the Intention is a face forward, split 5-spoke design that is available in 16, 17, 18, and 20 with a Gloss Black and Machined Face finish.

The Hypergram is a split-spoke, performance inspired wheel that is offered in 15×7.5, 15×8.5, 17×8, 17×9, 18×8.5, 18×9.5 and 18×10.5 with an agressive concave face profile.  Konig has spent a great deal of time working on the weight reduction of the Hypergram as well as ensureing that a large range of big break kits will work.  The goal is to provide a solution that is both exciting and functional for our motorsport enthusiasts.  You can find the Hypergram in a Race Bronze & Matte Grey finish.

Finally our Konig Rennform wheel is sleek multi-spoke design which looks perfect on both sport compact and euro-tuning vehicles.  Produced using Flow Forming Technology, the Rennform will perform on and off the track.  Available in 17×8, 17×9, 18×8, 18×9 19×8.5 and 19×9.5 the Rennform will prove to fit most modern passenger vehicles .

Check the out below for the full product specs & sizing on these 3 new wheel offerings from Konig!

 

New Wheel Additions

 

  • Konig HYPERGRAM

    New Hypergram

  • Sizing & Specs

    The Hypergram is a lightweight, 12-spoke design that is motorsport inspired in its construction, appearance and its ability to clear many big brake cars and upgrades! Utilizing Flow Forming Technology allows the Hypergram to be lighter and stronger. With a large range of aggressive sizing the Hypergram is finished in either Matte Grey or Race Bronze in 15×7.5, 15×8.5, 17×8, 17×9, 18×8.5, 18×9.5, and 18×10.5 sizes.

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  • Konig Rennform

    New Konig Wheel Rennform

  • Rennform Sizing & Specs

    The Rennform is a precisely crafted 15-spoke wheel constructed with Forming Technology to ensure a lighter and stronger wheel. Finished in either Matte Grey the Rennform is available in 17×8”, 17×9”, 18×8”, 18×9”, 19×8.5” and 19×9.5” sizes. The Rennform has fitment for many popular passenger vehicles as well as European tuning vehicles alike.

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  • Konig Interflow

    New Konig Wheel Interflow

  • Interflow Sizing & Specs

    The Interflow is a forward-styled modern take on a classic mesh design. Its elegance and aggressive nature makes the Interflow a MUST HAVE! Finished in Konig’s unique Metallic Grey, the Interflow is available in 16×7.5, 17×8, 18×8, 19×8.5, 19×9.5, 20×8.5 and 20×10.

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  • Konig Intention

    New Konig Wheel Intention

  • Intention Sizing & Specs

    The Konig Intention is an attention demanding, face forward, split 5-spoke design. This face-forward styling allows for a larger appearance as wheel as increased brake caliper clearance. The Intention is Gloss Black with Machined Face and is the perfect complement to any vehicle. Sizes are available in 16×7.5, 17×8, 18×8 and 20×8.5.

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As Seen In – Grassroots Motorsports June 2015

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Grassroots Motorsports Magazine has been a go-to source for road racing and autocross enthusiasts alike.  With June’s issue now available, it features an in depth look at how easy, safe and affordable it is taking your daily driver out on the track.  Anyone who as thought about getting into road racing but weren’t quite sure on where to start or how much of an expensive hobby it can amount to be should definitely give this issue a good read.  If you happen to flip to our ad, you see one of our newest Faces of Konig, Ali Arsham, NASA Pro Racing Co-founder and his Hyundai Genesis Coupe race car that took home the USTCC Championship this past year.  Be sure to check out what tips & insight Ali has to offer for those who look to get into road racing without breaking the bank.  As the definition of a car guy, Ali is a prime example of how passion leads to success.

Get Started In Road Racing!

Hear why Ali believes Flow Formed wheels by Konig are an avid choice for those looking for the same performance and strength as most forged wheels costing 5 time more!

As Seen In – D Sport June 2015

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fok-dsport-350z June’s issue of D Sport Magazine has quite a lot to offer for the start of this years season, from big power build to one of the biggest roll and drag racing events in the United States.  If you flip to our Faces of Konig Ad on page 23 you’ll find Ceasar M. of Wilwood Disc Brakes and his Nissan 350z on Konig Milligrams and hear why Flow Formed Wheels from Konig is a top choice for the track!

Additionally there are 2 features to definitely check out is a record setting Mitsubishi Evolution 8 RS Race car from Street Tuned Motorsports in out of Rochester, New York.  Making 946 whp @ 8700 rpm’s and putting down an astonishing time of 8.142 @177mph.  This lightweight beast is expected to hit 7 seconds making it one of the quickest and fastest CT9A Evo’s in the world.  Another impressive feature is a 2000 Impreza 2.5rs strapping a Precison Turbo 6766 making a whopping 728 wheel horsepower @ 7000 rpm.  Last but not least is the TX2K15 Motorsport Festival celebrating it s 15 anniversary and for the first time utilizing Royal Purple Raceway.  A four day event spanning from March 19th – 22nd showcasing some of the fastest cars in the country.  Be sure to check out some of the highlights from TX2K15 in D Sports Issue 155.

HEAR WHY KONIG IS A TOP CHOICE FOR THE TRACK!