Rays Co., Ltd. (株式会社レイズ, Kabushiki-gaisha Reizu) is a Japanesewheel manufacturer for both motorsport and street use. Their flagship brand, Volk Racing, features a forging process exclusive to Rays Engineering.[3]
Wheel construction
Rays wheels are manufactured through two different processes: forging and casting. After each wheel is manufactured, the wheel goes through inspection before being packaged and shipped out.
Forging
The forging process for a Rays Wheel consists of seven steps:
Hot Forging – Takes a billet and creates metal lines through volume distribution with a hot press.
RM Forging – Forging method exclusively developed Rays Engineering. Finishing of designed parts on the wheel is completed during this process.
Cold Spinning – Width of wheel is constructed during this process with a high-speed spinning machine.
Heat Treatment – Wheel is quickly heated then immediately cooled down with a solution to form a strong structure for the wheel.
Machine Work – Special cutting device used to improve roundness of the wheel.
Shot Blast – This process smooths the surface of the wheel to prepare of aesthetic finishing.
Surface Finishing – Various chemicals are used to prevent corrosion and protect the surface of the wheel
Products
Volk Racing – Flagship forged sport wheels brand name of Rays Engineering.[4]
Gram Lights – Lightweight wheels manufactured through casting process.
Eco Drive Gear – Lightweight wheels focused on being eco friendly.
