Colosio

What Colosio does

Colosio S.r.l. is an Italian, family-owned manufacturer of high-pressure die-casting machines and complementary automation, founded in 1970 and headquartered in Botticino Sera (Brescia). The company produces a full die-casting cell in-house — mechanical structures, hydraulic and electrical systems, and proprietary supervision software — across four core machine platforms: the PFO cold-chamber series (200-3,200 tons), the 2P toggle-free cold-chamber series (1,000-4,400 tons) targeting large structural castings, the next-generation NEX cold-chamber line with regenerative injection and servo-valve control, and the PFZ hot-chamber series (50-320 tons) for zinc and magnesium. Differentiation rests on the Green Line servo-hydraulic system (closed-loop pressure control, up to 80% energy reduction), the ViTA IIoT platform for predictive maintenance and remote monitoring, the Teleservice remote-diagnostics capability, and the Fullcontrol data-recording system.

The business model is a traditional industrial capital-equipment sale — quote-based enterprise pricing on machines priced from several hundred thousand to multi-million euros — supplemented by recurring spare-parts and after-sales service revenue, used-machine resale, and Teleservice subscriptions. Go-to-market is enterprise-direct from headquarters, complemented by a wholly-owned US subsidiary (Colosio USA Inc., Minneapolis, opened October 2022) serving the USA, Canada, and Mexico, an expanding international agent network, and regular participation in major industry fairs (EUROGUSS, GIFA, Ankiros, Fundiexpo, Metal Kielce, NADCA). The company serves industrial metal-casting foundries as its primary customer base, with automotive Tier 1/2 suppliers and, increasingly, electric-vehicle manufacturers adopting gigacasting as secondary verticals. Cumulative shipments exceed 2,700 machines across 40+ countries.

Revenue is not disclosed; the firm is privately held by the Colosio family with CEO Davide Colosio (second generation) at the helm, a 100+ employee workforce, 10,000 m² of covered manufacturing space, and an €100,000 stated share capital. Operations are certified to ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 45001:2023, and the company has received several Italian and European business awards, including recognition among the London Stock Exchange Group's '1,000 SMEs that inspire Europe' (2016) and Borsa Italiana's 'Le 500 aziende che trainano l'economia italiana' (2018).

Name

Colosio

Legal name

Colosio S.r.l.

Website

https://colosiopresse.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

1970

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Colosio S.r.l. is an Italian, family-owned manufacturer founded in 1970 that produces in-house high-pressure die-casting machines and automation accessories (PFO, 2P, NEX, PFZ series plus ladles and sprayers) for industrial foundries, automotive suppliers, and emerging EV gigacasting applications across more than 40 countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Die Casting Machinery

NAICS

Metalworking Machinery Manufacturing (33351)

SIC

Special Industry Machinery, Nec (3559)

akta.pro primary industry

Metal Forming & Fabrication Machines (Presses, Bending, Shearing, Stamping) (IMAHADAC)

Keywords

• Die casting machines
• High-pressure pressofusione
• Industrial foundry equipment
• Die casting automation
• Metal casting machinery

Headquarters

HQ city

Botticino Sera

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Die Casting Machines: Production and sale of high-pressure die casting machines including cold chamber (PFO, 2P, NEX series) and hot chamber (PFZ series) machines. Machines range from 50 to 4400 tons clamping force.
2. Automation Accessories: Production and sale of die casting automation accessories including Transal EVO and Rotofast automatic ladles, RELBO brand lubricators and extractors, and 6-axis robots.
3. Spare Parts and After-Sales Service: Spare parts warehouse with stocked inventory ensuring immediate availability. Technical assistance, maintenance services, and teleservice remote support.
4. Used Machines: Sale of refurbished and used die casting machines including cold chamber, hot chamber presses and accessories at reduced prices.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Colosio designs, manufactures, and sells high-pressure die casting machines and complete automation cells for industrial foundries processing light metal alloys (aluminum, brass, magnesium, and zinc). The company produces cold chamber and hot chamber machines ranging from 50 to 4,400 tons of clamping force, automatic ladles, lubricators, extractors, and 6-axis robots, alongside proprietary IIoT monitoring (ViTA) and remote diagnostic (Teleservice) software solutions.

Product overview

Colosio is an Italian manufacturer of die casting (pressofusione/pressocolata) machines and accessories, founded in 1970. The company produces a comprehensive portfolio including: cold chamber die casting machines (SERIE PFO from 200-3200 tons, SERIE 2P from 1000-4400 tons without toggle, and SERIE NEX with advanced injection technology), hot chamber machines (SERIE PFZ from 50-320 tons for zinc and magnesium), automatic metal ladles (Transal EVO linear and Rotofast rotary), and digital solutions (ViTA IIoT monitoring platform and Teleservice remote assistance). The Green Line energy-saving system and REAL TIME closed-loop injection control are key technology features. Colosio's die casting islands are fully produced internally with over 2,700 machines delivered to customers in over 40 countries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Green Line: Energy-saving system for die casting machines featuring servomotor technology with up to 80% energy savings.
• ViTA
• Teleservice
• Relbo

Products and services

• SERIE PFO Cold Chamber Die Casting Machines Cold chamber die casting machines for stamping aluminum, brass, and magnesium, available in clamping force ranges from 200 to 3,200 tons. Fully digital with memory for die repetition via Control System and Fullcontrol injection curve visualization. Targeted at industrial foundries producing die cast components in light alloys.
• SERIE 2P Cold Chamber Die Casting Machines Toggle-free cold chamber die casting machines for aluminum and magnesium with clamping force from 1,000 to 4,400 tons. Features hydraulic locking device with two inverted piston cylinders and four large-section cylinders for clamping force via jaws on tie-bars. Suited for large structural castings including EV gigacasting applications.
• SERIE PFZ Hot Chamber Die Casting Machines Hot chamber die casting machines for zinc alloy (zama) and magnesium with clamping force from 50 to 320 tons. Features 5-degree inclined closing group, dual-position injection system, and integrated furnace with crucible. Designed for high-speed, consistent production of small-to-medium castings.
• SERIE NEX Next-Generation Cold Chamber Die Casting Machines Next-generation cold chamber die casting machines with a renewed injection group featuring a regenerative system, extreme precision in injection phase control, servo-valves for real-time control of speed and pressure, digital injection lift, and a state-of-the-art HMI with 24-inch touchscreen. Includes enhanced safety and ergonomic protections.
• Transal EVO Linear Automatic Ladle Linear automatic metal ladle/feeder for die casting machines up to 2,500 tons. PLC-controlled movements with brushless motors and frequency variators, achieving up to 230 cycles/hour empty. Automates metal feeding into die casting cells.
• Rotofast Rotary Automatic Ladle Rotary automatic metal ladle/feeder for die casting machines from 140 to 560 tons for aluminum and brass. Achieves up to 400 cycles/hour empty with adjustable speed, acceleration, and deceleration parameters.
• ViTA IIoT Monitoring Platform Industrial Internet of Things technology platform that transforms machine data into actionable information to maximize production quality. Combines Edge and Cloud technologies for real-time and remote analysis of all machines, enabling plant monitoring, statistics comparison, inefficiency detection, and predictive maintenance.
• Teleservice Remote Assistance Remote monitoring and diagnostic service for Colosio die casting machines via Internet connection. Allows technicians to access machines remotely, identify anomalies, and propose rapid solutions. Provided free during warranty period and available as a subscription-based service thereafter.
• Green Line Energy-Saving System Energy-efficient hydraulic system using a servo motor with variable speed drive connected to an internal gear pump with constant displacement. Closed-loop controlled system produces hydraulic pressure only when and in quantities actually needed, reducing energy consumption by up to 80% compared to traditional systems.
• REAL TIME Injection Control System Closed-loop velocity and pressure control system available on request for PFO, 2P, and PFZ series die casting machines. Provides precise real-time control of injection parameters for improved casting quality.
• Used and Refurbished Die Casting Machines Sale of pre-owned and refurbished die casting machines including cold chamber and hot chamber presses and accessories at reduced prices, providing economical entry points for customers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Energy savings of up to 80% with Green Line system compared to traditional die casting machines
• +2 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability4 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• RelbocoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1989Subsidiary company established in 1989 to produce automatic die sprayers and extractors for castings. Specializes in automation accessories for new or existing die casting presses worldwide. Also handles robot integration in work cells.
• AMAFONDminorOthersMain industry association for the foundry sector. Fundamental in promoting trade fairs and events in various countries on a global scale, enabling diffusion of Made in Italy technology and quality in foundries worldwide.
• NADCA (North American Die Casting Association)minorOthersNorth American die casting industry association. Colosio participates in NADCA events and trade shows in the North American market.
• European Die Casting Association (EFA)minorOthersEuropean industry association for die casting foundries. Colosio participates through membership and industry events.
• Italian Trade Agency (ICE)minorOthersItalian government trade promotion agency that organized the Italian Technology Award program showcasing Italian engineering excellence to international student delegations.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Shibaura Machine: Shibaura Machine (formerly Toshiba Machine) is a Japanese manufacturer of die casting machines, injection molding machines, and machine tools, producing cold and hot chamber presses for automotive and electronics customers comparable to Colosio's portfolio.
• UBE Machinery: UBE Machinery Corporation is a Japanese manufacturer of die casting machines specializing in both hot chamber and cold chamber presses, with a strong presence in automotive component manufacturing — directly comparable to Colosio's product range and target customers.
• LK Technology: LK Technology is a Hong Kong-listed die casting machine manufacturer with global operations producing cold chamber and hot chamber machines for automotive, 3C, and general industrial applications, overlapping with Colosio's customer base and product categories.
• Idra Group: Idra Group is an Italian die casting machine maker specializing in very large-tonnage presses for EV gigacasting applications, including the historic relationship with Tesla; competes head-to-head with Colosio's 2P series in the high-tonnage aluminum casting segment.
• Italpresse Gauss: Italpresse Gauss is an Italian die casting machine manufacturer producing cold chamber, hot chamber, and vertical casting machines for the same automotive and industrial foundry customers Colosio serves, with comparable tonnage ranges and similar product positioning.
• Yizumi: Yizumi is a Chinese die casting machine manufacturer (which acquired Germany's Frech) producing cold and hot chamber presses across a wide tonnage range, competing directly with Colosio in automotive and industrial foundry markets globally.

Emerging players

• StrikoWestofen: StrikoWestofen (Germany, part of Striko Group) specializes in aluminum melting, dosing, and holding furnaces for die casting foundries, supplying complementary process equipment to the same foundry customers Colosio serves.

Broad incumbents

• Bühler Group: Bühler is the global market leader in die casting machinery, headquartered in Switzerland with a comprehensive portfolio of cold and hot chamber machines, automation, and digital services — directly overlapping with Colosio's full offering but at vastly larger scale and global reach.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/Colosiopresse
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/colosio

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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