What Chun Zu Machinery Industry Co Ltd does

Chun Zu Machinery Industry Co Ltd (春日機械工業股份有限公司) is a Taiwan-headquartered industrial machinery manufacturer founded in 1973 and publicly listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange (TWSE: 4544). The company designs and builds cold forging equipment—including multi-stage formers, header machines, thread rolling machines, open-die headers, and replacement tooling—marketed under the "Lion King" (雄獅牌) brand for fastener and precision metal parts manufacturers. It is a member of the Chun Yu Group (春雨集團) and reports cumulative shipments exceeding 16,658 machines serving approximately 3,775 customers across more than 50 countries.

The equipment integrates human-machine interface (HMI) automation controls with proprietary features including bar feeding mechanisms, quick die-change systems, composite gripping, material detection sensors, and crankshaft/main-slide temperature and lubrication flow monitoring. Core product lines include CBF/CBP/CNF/CNP multi-stage formers, CNH/CDH/CH header machines, CPR thread rolling machines, and CSH open-die headers, supported by molds and tooling made from alloy steel, high-speed steel, tungsten carbide, and powder metallurgy materials. The company holds ISO 9001:2015 certification (obtained August 2019) covering manufacturing and turnkey factory export services.

The business operates through a Kaohsiung headquarters (170 employees) and a wholly-owned Shanghai manufacturing subsidiary (180 employees, established June 1999, registered capital US$8.5 million). Revenue is generated primarily via one-time hardware sales on a quote-based, multi-year contract pricing model, with secondary recurring revenue from after-sales service, parts, and mold replacement. Distribution combines direct sales from both locations with a regional agent network covering Brazil/Argentina (TCZM), Iran (Karimpour & Co), India (SSAMH International), Korea (Sung San Trading), USA (Cinco Industries), Germany (Schweda Umformtechnik), and Spain (Daunert Maquinas-Herramientas). Marketing relies heavily on participation in major international exhibitions including Wire Düsseldorf, Fastener Fair Stuttgart, Fastener Taiwan, STEELFAB, and Big 5 Dubai, supported by a multi-language website in six languages.

Name

Chun Zu Machinery Industry Co Ltd

Legal name

春日機械工業股份有限公司

Website

https://chunzu.com.tw

Company type

Public

Founded year

1973

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Chun Zu Machinery Industry Co Ltd is a Taiwanese cold forging equipment manufacturer (founded 1973, TWSE: 4544) producing multi-stage formers, header machines, thread rollers, and molds under the "Lion King" brand for global fastener manufacturers across 50+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Cold Forging Machinery

NAICS

Metalworking Machinery Manufacturing (33351)

SIC

Machine Tools, Metal Cutting Types (3541)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industry

Industrial Controllers & Control Systems (PLCs, PACs, CNC Controllers) (IMAHAHAH)

Keywords

• Cold forging machinery
• Fastener manufacturing equipment
• Multi-stage formers
• Header machines
• Thread rolling machines

Headquarters

HQ city

Kaohsiung

HQ country

Taiwan

HQ region

Asia

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Industrial Machinery Manufacturing and Sales: Chun Zu Machinery generates revenue primarily through the manufacture and sale of cold forging equipment including multi-stage formers, header machines, thread rolling machines, open-die headers, and precision molds. The company also provides complete factory technical export services. Revenue is derived from equipment sales with some recurring revenue from after-sales service, parts, and mold replacement.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Chun Zu Machinery designs, manufactures, and globally sells cold forging equipment for the fastener and metal parts industry, including multi-stage formers, header machines, thread rolling machines, open-die headers, and precision molds under the "Lion Brand" (雄獅牌) trademark. The company also provides turnkey factory technical export services to set up complete fastener production lines for industrial customers in 50+ countries.

Product overview

Chun Zu Machinery Industry Co Ltd (春日機械工業股份有限公司), established in 1973, is a manufacturer of cold forging and fastener manufacturing equipment marketed under the '雄獅牌' (Lion Brand) trademark. The product portfolio centers on five core machine categories: (1) Multi-Stage Formers (成型機, models CBF/CBP/CNF/CNP) for screw/nut/part forming; (2) Header Machines (打頭機, models CNH, CDH, CH) for cold forging bolt heads; (3) Teeth Rolling Machines (輾牙機, model CPR) for thread production; (4) Open-Die Headers (合模機, model CSH) for material-saving forging; and (5) Tools/Molds (模具) including hexagonal trimming dies, thread rolling dies, and forming tools. The company also produces tooth plates and various molds. The company has shipped over 16,000 machines to customers in more than 50 countries globally.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• 雄獅牌 (Lion Brand): 公司主要產品品牌，以「雄獅牌」之產品名聞國際。

Products and services

• Multi-Stage Former (成型機) - CBF/CBP/CNF/CNP Series Cold forging multi-stage forming machines for manufacturing screws, bolts, nuts, and metal parts. Models include the CBF/CBP/CNF/CNP series, designed for bolt and screw part forming at industrial scale. Targeted at fastener manufacturers and metal parts producers.
• Header Machine (打頭機) - CNH, CDH, CH Series Header machines for cold forging screw and bolt heads. The product line includes CNH (round-cut header), CDH (two-die two-stroke header), and CH series machines, designed for fastener manufacturers producing screw and bolt heads at scale.
• Teeth Rolling Machine (輾牙機) - CPR Series High-speed thread rolling machines (CPR series) for manufacturing screw threads. Features include an AC motor with inverter, adjustable die holders with X/Y/Z axis positioning, and an FC300 cast iron bed for stability. Targeted at fastener manufacturing facilities.
• Open-Die Header (合模機) - CSH Series Open-die header machines (CSH series) derived from traditional header machines. One-die two-stroke design that saves material, shortens or eliminates secondary processing, and reduces production costs. Targeted at fastener manufacturers seeking material-efficient cold forging.
• Tools and Molds (模具) Molds and tooling including hexagonal trimming dies, thread rolling dies (metric and inch threads), and forming tools for cold and hot forging. Materials include alloy steel, high-speed steel, tungsten carbide, and powder metallurgy high-speed steel. Sold as consumables and spare parts to the company's machine customers.
• Turnkey Factory Technical Export Services Complete factory technical export services covering plant layout, equipment selection, installation, and technology transfer for setting up entire fastener or metal parts production lines. Provided to industrial customers establishing or expanding manufacturing operations.

Named customers1 record

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Taiwan Depository & Clearing Corporation (TDCC, 集保結算所)minorOthers · 14 May 2025Chun Zu Machinery has signed an agreement to use the TDCC's 'eCounter' digital platform for shareholders to process stock-related affairs using digital signatures. The company also uses 国票综合证券股份有限公司股务代理部 as its stock agency.
• 高分署TDC (Labor Force Development Center, 高屏澎東分署人才資源發展中心)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 November 2023Chun Zu Machinery participates in the TDC's 'Talent Sustainability Ecosystem' program. The company's Vice General Manager shared insights on technical skill transfer, middle-aged/elderly employee re-employment programs, and working with TDC on customized talent system improvements.
• Taiwan Steel Group (台灣鋼鐵集團)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerChun Zu Machinery is a member of the Taiwan Steel Group (春雨集團), operating as part of this established industrial group with shared synergies in the fastener and metal manufacturing ecosystem.
• TCZM (Brazil/Argentina)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional agent covering Brazil and Argentina markets. Contact: Mr. Fernando Jr. Kai, [email protected], Tel: +55 11 55333455.
• Karimpour & Co (Iran)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional agent covering Iran market. Contacts: Mr. Saeed Karimpour ([email protected]) and Mr. Mohsen Zandi ([email protected]), Tel: +98-21-88511980.
• SSAMH International Pvt. Ltd. (India)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional agent covering India market. Contact: Mr. Mohan Singh Rawat, [email protected] / [email protected], Tel: +91-98911-50209.
• Sung San Trading Co. (Korea)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional agent covering South Korea market. Contact: Mr. C.H. Kim, [email protected], Tel: +82 2 7194137.
• Cinco Industries, Inc. (USA)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional agent covering United States market. Contact: Mr. Michael Maga, [email protected], Tel: +1-847-741-4400.
• Schweda Umformtechnik GmbH (Germany)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional agent covering Germany market. Contact: Mr. Libor Schweda, [email protected], Tel: +49-2159-693-8612.
• Daunert Maquinas-Herramientas, S.A. (Spain)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional agent covering Spain market. Contact: Mr. Victor Cebrian, [email protected], Tel: +34 943 059 897 Ext: 3047.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• National Machinery LLC: US-based pioneer in cold heading and cold forming machinery for the fastener industry. Direct competitor to Chun Zu in multi-stage cold formers and headers, serving global automotive, construction, and industrial fastener customers with similar machine architectures.
• Sakamura Machinery Co., Ltd. Japanese cold forging machine manufacturer producing part formers, headers, and nut formers. Direct Asia-Pacific competitor with similar product family to Chun Zu, serving fastener and metal parts manufacturers in Japan, Asia, and global export markets.
• SACMA Group: Italian manufacturer of cold heading and thread rolling machines for fasteners and metal parts. Direct competitor to Chun Zu in header machines, multi-stage formers, and thread rollers, with similar product family and global fastener-industry customer base.
• Hatebur Metalforming Equipment AG: Swiss manufacturer of high-performance cold forming presses for the fastener and precision parts industry. Closest European competitor to Chun Zu, offering multi-station cold formers with comparable automation and HMI integration serving similar OEM fastener manufacturers.
• Nakashimada Engineering Works Ltd. Japanese maker of cold forging presses and headers for the fastener industry. Asia-Pacific peer with overlapping product categories (headers, formers, part formers) and similar customer profile of fastener manufacturers globally.
• TIEH-CHIH Machinery Industry Co., Ltd. Taiwanese manufacturer of cold forging machinery and headers for the fastener industry. Most direct domestic competitor to Chun Zu, with overlapping product line and shared customer base among Taiwan and Asian fastener manufacturers.
• Asahi Sunac Corporation: Japanese manufacturer of cold forging and fastener-making equipment including headers, part formers, and thread rollers. Direct Asia-Pacific peer with comparable product portfolio and customer base among fastener OEMs.

Broad incumbents

• Schuler Group: German global leader in metal forming technology including cold forging presses for fasteners. Larger incumbent serving broader automotive and industrial forming markets; overlapping with Chun Zu in cold forming equipment but with vastly larger scale and broader portfolio.
• Mitsubishi Heavy Industries: Japanese diversified industrial conglomerate with machinery segment including metal forming presses. Much larger incumbent competing across multiple machinery categories, with cold forging capability as part of a broader portfolio rather than a specialty focus.

Others

• Chun Yu Steel / Chun Yu Group: Taiwanese parent group of Chun Zu Machinery, also a leading global fastener manufacturer (bolts, screws, nuts). Although a related party rather than a pure competitor, the group's fastener manufacturing operations use and benchmark cold forging equipment, making it a closely adjacent ecosystem participant.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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