Additive Snack

In this episode of the Additive Snack Podcast, host Fabian Alefeld interviews Stefan Seidel, Chief Technology Officer at Pankl Racing Systems. The discussion covers Pankl's innovative use of additive manufacturing (AM) in motorsports, aerospace, and high-performance sectors. Stefan elaborates on the transition to AM post-COVID-19, the stringent quality standards required in motorsports, and groundbreaking applications like the roll hoop and other high-stress components. Additionally, the podcast dives into Pankl's history, its vertical integration approach, and how it collaborates with partners and educational institutions to develop industry-leading solutions and nurture talent. The episode concludes with insights into future advancements in AM and regulatory changes in Formula One for 2026. 

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For more information about Pankl, visit their website and connect with Stefan Seidel on LinkedIn.  

00:41 Diving into Additive Manufacturing in Motorsports 

02:13 The Impact of COVID-19 on Additive Manufacturing 

03:27 Key Additive Manufacturing Components in F1 

08:39 Panko's Journey and Innovations 

20:38 Quality Assurance in Additive Manufacturing 

32:33 Additive Manufacturing in Aerospace and High-Performance Vehicles 

42:46 Talent Development and Partnerships 

48:00 Future of Additive Manufacturing in Motorsports 

50:06 Conclusion and Final Thoughts 

Creators and Guests

Host
Fabian Alefeld

What is Additive Snack?

Join host Fabian Alefeld and a range of guests as they discuss all things additive manufacturing (AM) and 3D printing news, with interviews and real-world stories to educate and entertain. Each episode, Fabian talks to AM experts, professionals in specialist fields, and 3D printing users from all walks of life to deliver a well-rounded view on the state of AM.

Cut through the confusion surrounding polymer and metal additive manufacturing solutions with our digestible, down-to-earth discussions that deliver insights into common mistakes and best practice tips so you can get a clear understanding of AM — layer for layer.

Whether you’re curious about 3D printing technology for the aerospace industry, a deep dive into post processing, or applications of injection molding — we leave no spare parts behind. We want to provide you with the additive insight needed to stay laser focused and leverage every opportunity 3D printing materials have to offer.

Join us for an Additive Snack and we’ll help you and your business achieve growth and success through the latest developments in AM.

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