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DriveLineEric · 06-04-2010, 07:33 PM

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SSR WHEELS BLOWOUT SALE l SPRING TO SUMMER SALE

SSR TYPE-F CASTING TECHNOLOGY:
SSF Technology
In 1991, SSR learned of the advanced technology known as Semi-Solid Forging (SSF). This technology was being used by the aircraft industry to manufacture parts that required low weight and reliability. SSR then acquired a license to use SSF technology from Alumax Laboratories. They conducted research and development for one year and created their patented wheel manufacturing plant in Nara, Japan. By combining the best features of casting and forging, SSR implemented them in the manufacturing process of SSF. Further research led scientists to develop a process whereby mixing alloys during the solidification process changed the original microstructure of the alloy from a branch-like structure to a globule granular structure. Alumax then perfected the aluminum stirring process, Magneto-Hydro Dynamics (MHD), and created the basis of SSF technology which results in a pure cylindrical alloy billet free of non-metals, gasses, oxides and other impurities. This MHD billet, when heated to a specific temperature, holds a semi-solid form. The billet is then pressed into a mold at a high rate keeping the preferred globule granular microstructure as the new shape is formed. The end product is very dense and strong. SSR is the only wheel manufacturer in the world to produce SSF aluminum wheels. SSR continues to research ways to further develop SSF, creating reliable, durable, and lightweight wheels.

HTM (Heat Treatment Manufacture)
After the wheels go through a spinning process during manufacturing they are heat treated for a second time. This application of heat increases the strength of the wheel. As a result the wheels are lighter and stronger making them ideal for hard tuned race cars and heavier vehicles.

2 Piece Hybrid
SSF manufactured faces are welded to an HTM inner barrel using SSR's innovative technology. By combining both SSF and HTM SSR wheels are light-weight and incredibly strong. The Hybrid 2 Piece wheels feature an SSF face welded to an HTM inner barrel to become one piece. This technology is exclusive only to SSR.

SALE PRICING:
... ALL ITEMS SHOWN BELOW ARE IN STOCK AND ON SALE!
WE'RE HAVING SPECIALS AS LOW AS 40% OFF RETAIL PRICING!
PLEASE CALL, PM, E-MAIL, OR POST FOR CURRENT RATES

INVENTORY:

06-04-2010, 07:33 PM	#1 (permalink)
DriveLineEric The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Canoga Park, CA Posts: 1,386 Drives: Z34/CZ4A/AP1/E82/S14 Rep Power: 18	SSR WHEELS BLOWOUT SALE l SPRING TO SUMMER SALE DRIVELINEMOTORING SSR WHEELS BLOWOUT SALE l SPRING TO SUMMER SALE SSR TYPE-F CASTING TECHNOLOGY: SSF Technology In 1991, SSR learned of the advanced technology known as Semi-Solid Forging (SSF). This technology was being used by the aircraft industry to manufacture parts that required low weight and reliability. SSR then acquired a license to use SSF technology from Alumax Laboratories. They conducted research and development for one year and created their patented wheel manufacturing plant in Nara, Japan. By combining the best features of casting and forging, SSR implemented them in the manufacturing process of SSF. Further research led scientists to develop a process whereby mixing alloys during the solidification process changed the original microstructure of the alloy from a branch-like structure to a globule granular structure. Alumax then perfected the aluminum stirring process, Magneto-Hydro Dynamics (MHD), and created the basis of SSF technology which results in a pure cylindrical alloy billet free of non-metals, gasses, oxides and other impurities. This MHD billet, when heated to a specific temperature, holds a semi-solid form. The billet is then pressed into a mold at a high rate keeping the preferred globule granular microstructure as the new shape is formed. The end product is very dense and strong. SSR is the only wheel manufacturer in the world to produce SSF aluminum wheels. SSR continues to research ways to further develop SSF, creating reliable, durable, and lightweight wheels. HTM (Heat Treatment Manufacture) After the wheels go through a spinning process during manufacturing they are heat treated for a second time. This application of heat increases the strength of the wheel. As a result the wheels are lighter and stronger making them ideal for hard tuned race cars and heavier vehicles. 2 Piece Hybrid SSF manufactured faces are welded to an HTM inner barrel using SSR's innovative technology. By combining both SSF and HTM SSR wheels are light-weight and incredibly strong. The Hybrid 2 Piece wheels feature an SSF face welded to an HTM inner barrel to become one piece. This technology is exclusive only to SSR. SALE PRICING: ... ALL ITEMS SHOWN BELOW ARE IN STOCK AND ON SALE! WE'RE HAVING SPECIALS AS LOW AS 40% OFF RETAIL PRICING! PLEASE CALL, PM, E-MAIL, OR POST FOR CURRENT RATES INVENTORY: __________________ DriveLine Motoring Online Store: (drivelinestore.com) AIM: ShowstoppersUSA PHONE: (818) 507-7500 Last edited by DriveLineEric; 07-08-2010 at 04:10 PM.