Consultancy, R&D & Technical Leadership for Innovative Companies
I work as an independent consultant and freelancer at the intersection of materials, 3D printing and application development.
I support companies and research groups with practical, technically sound solutions – from early ideas to working prototypes.
About PepelsTech
PepelsTech is the independent practice of Mark Pepels.
With a background in materials science, additive manufacturing, and application development, I work at the point where concepts need to become tangible, tested, and reliable. I have extensive experience in material development across a wide range of application domains, from high-performance polymers and coatings to biomedical and industrial materials, as well as additive manufacturing systems and workflows.
I enjoy working in multidisciplinary environments, translating early ideas into practical solutions and functional prototypes. My work is grounded in a scientific mindset, but always guided by pragmatism—focused on what works in practice, not just in theory.
Clear communication, realistic planning, and technically sound decision-making are central to how I collaborate with clients and research teams.
What do I do
Consultancy & Technical Advice
I help companies make informed choices in materials, processes and technology. This can be support for a specific project, or an ongoing advisory role in a development team.
R&D Project Support & 3D Printing
I support R&D projects from concept to prototype. This includes material development, 3D printing strategy and practical validation in the lab or workshop.
Analysis & Characterisation
I help with getting the right and analysis done and interpret measurements to understand material behaviour and performance. The focus is always on practical conclusions that help the project move forward.
I help teams make the right technical choices—early and with confidence.
By combining deep expertise in materials, additive manufacturing, and application development with hands-on validation, I reduce uncertainty in R&D projects. Whether as a project-based consultant or an embedded technical advisor, I help avoid costly detours and turn promising ideas into robust, working prototypes.
Why Work With Me
Informed Materials and Technology Choices
Clear, independent guidance on materials, processing routes, and manufacturing technologies—aligned with your application and constraints.
End-to-End R&D Support
Support across the full development cycle, from early concepts through material development, additive manufacturing strategy, and functional prototyping.
Practical Testing and Validation
Hands-on experimentation in the lab or workshop, focused on generating data that actually answers the right questions.
Actionable Analysis and Interpretation
Measurement and analysis translated into practical conclusions, helping teams understand material behavior and make decisions that move projects forward.
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