Frequently Asked Questions

Who is CFT Group?

CFT Group is a leading global provider of processing, filling, and packaging systems across the food and beverage sector. We support eight core industries - including tomato processing, sauces & spreads, beverage & beer, milk & dairy, vegetables & legumes, fruits, edible oils, and pet food & tuna. Locally, we serve Australia, New Zealand and South East Asia with equipment, spare parts, service and technical support.

What makes us different from other suppliers?

We combine decades of global R&D and system integration expertise with deep industry know-how and a committed local presence. Our solutions span the full production chain - from raw material to finished packaged goods - and backed by responsive technical and after-sales support across Australia, New Zealand and South East Asia.

What is CFT Group’s role in Australia and New Zealand?

In Australia and New Zealand, CFT Group acts as both supplier and systems integrator. We deliver turnkey lines or modular systems tailored to your product category, provide on-site commissioning, and maintain local support teams to ensure your operations run reliably.

Which regions do you service, and do you have local technical support?

We serve all major production areas throughout Australia, New Zealand and South East Asia. Our technical specialists are regionally located to provide prompt assistance, whether for routine maintenance, breakdowns, or system upgrades.

Industries & Equipment

Below is an overview of each core industry CFT supports, with examples of equipment and capabilities:

Tomato Processing

• What systems do you offer for tomato processing?
  We offer washing, sorting, peeling, chopping, enzymatic inactivation, evaporators, sterilisers, cooking kettles, tunnel pasteurisers, and aseptic fillers specific to tomato and ketchup-based products.

• What innovations are included in your tomato lines?
  Our systems focus on minimising product loss, maximising yield and preserving quality. We employ gentle sorting, precise thermal control and energy-efficient evaporation.

• Can CFT design a full tomato production line?
  Yes. We can engineer end-to-end tomato processing lines - from farm reception to finished packaged sauce or puree - optionally integrating with filling and packaging systems.

Sauces, Spreads & Baby Food

• We provide cooking, mixing, homogenisation, pasteurisation, sterilisation, and filling systems optimised for viscosity, texture and safety.

Beverage & Beer

• What do you supply for the beverage and beer industry?
  This includes beverage preparation, aseptic fillers, pasteurisers, sterilisation tunnels, carbonation systems and full filling and packaging lines for beer (cans, bottles, kegs) or soft drinks.

• Is there support for craft breweries?
  Yes. We can provide scalable solutions for small and mid-scale breweries, with modular fillers and cleaning systems adapted for beer.

Milk & Dairy

• Systems for milk handling, pasteurisation, homogenisation, UHT treatment, filling and packaging, tailored for dairy safety and quality requirements.

Vegetables & Legumes

• Washing, sorting, blanching, cooling, peeling, chopping and sterilisation systems for vegetables and legumes, ensuring high throughput and minimal wastage.

Fruits

• Fruit processing lines for pulping, de-juicing, sorting, concentration, sterilisation and aseptic packaging, suitable for juices, purees, and concentrates.

Edible Oil

• Solutions for oil extraction, refining, filtration, degumming, bleaching, deodorisation, and filling. We also offer oil filling lines designed for precision, safety, and throughput.

Pet Food & Tuna

• Processing and packaging systems for canned tuna, wet pet food, or dry pet food, including sterilisation, retorts, filling, and end-of-line automation.

Technical Support & Service

Do you carry spare parts locally?
Yes. We maintain a local inventory of genuine CFT parts for fast dispatch across Australia and New Zealand.

Do you offer onsite installation and commissioning?
Yes. Our skilled technicians handle everything from equipment installation to start-up validation on your site.

Do you provide operator training?
Yes. Training is integral - we equip your staff with the skills to operate, maintain and troubleshoot systems confidently.

What is your response time for breakdowns?
We prioritise critical systems, especially during peak production periods. Our regional presence enables us to respond swiftly to minimise downtime.

Ordering & Delivery

How do I place an order?
You can contact us via phone, email, or through our website’s contact form. We’ll walk you through consultation, specifications, quotation, and order placement.

Do you deliver to both Australia and New Zealand?
Yes. We ship equipment and spare parts across both countries and can arrange freight, customs and delivery to your site.

Sustainability & Innovation

Is CFT equipment sustainable?
Yes. Our designs emphasise energy and water-efficiency, reduced waste and longer machine life, helping customers meet their sustainability targets.

How does CFT support innovation?
We continuously invest in research and development, partner with academic and industry labs and incorporate customer feedback to evolve our technologies.