For Cosmos, this year's TAGMA exhibition is more than just another industry showcase. It marks the culmination of over six years of research and development, now ready to be placed directly into the hands of customers.
Vaibhav Shah, CMO and Chief of Global Business, describes the moment with a sense of quiet pride. The company is unveiling its new DieMold series, a range built specifically for the evolving needs of the die and mould industry. With three models, DieMold 1100, DieMold 1400 and the DieMold Pressimax, Cosmos is stepping into a space traditionally dominated by high priced international machines.
What makes this launch significant is not just the technology, but its accessibility. These machines are designed to deliver the kind of precision, surface finish and reliability that manufacturers often associate with imported European or Japanese equipment. Yet, they come with the advantage of being made in India, making them far more attainable for domestic buyers.
Shah points out that this shift is particularly relevant for manufacturers still relying on conventional C frame VMCs. The new DieMold machines use a bridge type structure, offering greater rigidity and stability. With built in linear scales and accuracy levels in the range of three to five microns, they bring a noticeable leap in performance. For many businesses, this could mean achieving higher quality outputs without dramatically increasing investment.
Alongside its in house developments, Cosmos is also expanding its global collaborations. The company has introduced a Taiwanese brand, Ken, known for its gantry type five axis machines. These machines are built for high speed and precision, powered by linear motor drives and designed for continuous five axis operations. What sets this offering apart is the support structure. While the machines are manufactured in Taiwan, they will be fully serviced, installed and supported by Cosmos in India, ensuring customers have local expertise at every step.
Of course, the journey has not been without its challenges. Like many in the industry, Cosmos has had to navigate global supply disruptions. Delays in key components such as spindles, as well as dependencies on Japanese and Taiwanese suppliers for critical parts like ball screws and guideways, have impacted delivery timelines. There were also short term challenges linked to resource shortages that affected vendor operations.
Yet, Shah remains optimistic. He notes that while deliveries faced temporary setbacks, order inflow remained steady, reflecting strong and consistent demand. With supply chains stabilising, the company is now seeing improved timelines and a return to normalcy.
At its core, Cosmos' strategy is simple. Combine global quality with local accessibility. For Indian manufacturers looking to upgrade capabilities without stretching budgets, that balance could prove to be a game changer.
As Shah sees it, the future belongs to those who can deliver precision without compromise and make it available where it matters most.
