Case Study: Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team accelerates safe, efficient machining with Vericut

From old race car to new race car VERICUT takes pole position

The Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team faced the challenge of redesigning and manufacturing complex car components under a strict cost cap, which required greater production efficiency and closer collaboration with design engineers. The team needed to ensure parts could be machined safely and economically without compromising on performance or creativity. They relied on VERICUT verification, simulation, and optimization software from CGTech as a core resource to meet these demands.

Using VERICUT, the team implemented a solution that included the Air Cut Optimization module to safely reduce cycle times and the NX Interface for seamless and accurate simulation. This allowed them to verify complex CNC programs with millions of lines of code, preventing collisions and ensuring part quality. The results included a significant reduction in required labour resources, the ability to safely machine highly complex and lightweight components, and empowered designers to be more creative, confident that their concepts were manufacturable. VERICUT provided a direct and measurable impact on both production efficiency and design innovation.

Mercedes AMG Formula One Team

Robert Brown

Machine Shop Manager