Cosmo First Ltd Invests in Advanced KARO®IV Laboratory Stretching Machine
Mumbai: Cosmo First Ltd, a leading manufacturer of specialty films, has announced the procurement of Brückner Maschinenbau’s state-of-the-art KARO®IV laboratory stretching machine. This strategic investment positions India amongst global leaders in film technology development and aligns with the country’s Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative of reducing dependency on imports and advancing India’s manufacturing capabilities.
The KARO®IV technology will significantly enhance India’s capabilities in specialty film development, minimizing development time and costs for films designed for specialized applications. The machine will enable domestic development of niche film applications currently being imported and support in-house development of proprietary film technologies. This will allow Cosmo First to conduct extensive research and development, accelerating R&D timelines through cost-effective laboratory-scale testing before moving to production trials.
Kulbhushan Malik, Business Head of Cosmo Films, said, “The KARO®IV will transform how we approach film development in India. It opens doors for collaboration with academic institutions, supporting talent development in polymer science and reinforcing India’s position as a serious player in the global R&D landscape.”
The investment in KARO®IV will bring several benefits, including faster prototype-to-market cycles compared to traditional development methods, enhanced ability to develop eco-friendly, mono-material films aligned with circular economy goals, and the capability to partner with global brands for co-development of advanced film solutions.
Cosmo First’s commitment to sustainable manufacturing is reinforced by the investment in KARO®IV, enabling rapid development of recyclable films and addressing India’s growing environmental concerns. The company recently commissioned a new BOPP line, increasing its BOPP production capacity by approximately 40% to 2,77,000 MT per annum. This investment demonstrates Cosmo First’s dedication to innovation and sustainability in the specialty film industry.
