The creators
ENGINEERING ON THE HIGHEST LEVEL
“MANUFACTURING IN VEIN”.
His work is always about the highest precision and quality. Whether in the past as a specialist for audio technology with his own studio or in the processing of a wide variety of materials. The trained tool mechanic is fond of detailed work and has specialized in all aspects of machine production in the CNC field.
He knows how single as well as small series parts are economically planned and efficiently manufactured!
Christoph Blum
COO, Mandrill Automotive GmbH
“VEHICLE CONSTRUCTION IN VEIN”.
In addition to his passion for making music, Heiko discovered vehicle and vehicle construction for himself at a very early point in time. He earned his living as a journeyman car mechanic, later as a master car mechanic.
After countless classic car restorations, the automotive specialist decided to take a closer look at the economic side of the automotive industry by studying at the HfWU.
Between 2014 and 2022, as head of a prototype workshop for BEVs, he dealt with the technical and economic development in battery electric vehicle construction.
Heiko Bölstler
CEO, Mandrill Automotive GmbH
“ELECTRONICS IN THE BLOOD”
His great interest in electronics and automation were one of the main reasons for the educated toolmaker to study mechanical engineering with a focus on energy and automation technology.
He then discovered software and system networking for himself at a truck manufacturer.
At last he worked as development manager of the software department for an automotive supplier.
Michael Ries
CTO, Mandrill Automotive GmbH
Mandrill Team
Our 12-member Mandrill team in the field of hybrid and e-drive development is
highly qualified and specialized in various fields. We have extensive expertise in prototyping, hardware and software development, and vehicle electrification and hybridization for passenger and freight transportation and mining.
We bring experience in system integration and testing of HV components from various manufacturers, including Bosch, Brusa, Kreisel, Renault, Daimler, EcoVolta, Webasto, BMZ and many more. We always adhere to the specific standards and guidelines required to achieve the best possible results.
Our team has over 10 years of experience in developing software and hardware in the field of e-mobility and hybrid vehicles. We have worked on significant projects including the Toyota electric Landcruiser, HPC, GKN Twinster and many more. We are proud to apply our knowledge and skills in these pioneering technologies to develop innovative solutions for our customers.
