Excellence in Food and Beverage with CFT seamers
With exactly 80 years of experience and a strong commitment to quality, we design, engineer and manufacture advanced turnkey solutions for various applications in the food and beverage industry, from fresh produce processing to secondary packaging.
One of our standout products is the state-of-the-art seamers with a track record of more than 390 food and beverage industry references over the last 10 years. These machines are renowned for their seaming quality, easy format changeover, and low maintenance requirements. Seamlessly integrating with our filling monoblocks, the seamers are designed to handle high production speeds while ensuring hygienic and efficient operations.
A dive into CFT seaming technology
CFT seamers are engineered to deliver superior performance and quality across various applications. We produce a range of 3 series of highly efficient seamers and components in-house, including chucks and rolls. These technologies are capable of sealing cylindrical tins and cans made of steel, aluminum, cardboard, and plastic, as well as very thin and hard materials. All our seaming machines can also be tested in a seaming test laboratory, ensuring products are sealed with the highest quality standards.
Versatility in Food and Beverage industries
CFT seamers are versatile and can be applied to both food and beverage products, including:
- Food: Preserved vegetables, ready-made meals, meat, pet food, milk powder, and convenience food.
- Beverage: Sparkling and still soft drinks, energy and isotonic drinks, ice teas, beer, and water.
Three seamer series to meet different needs
We offer three different seamer families to cater to specific product and container needs:
- 3000 Series: This series includes the 3000/N, 3000/IB, and 3000/E models. These machines offer highly hygienic design, elevated reliability, and different speed configurations. They are suitable for both Food and Beverage applications and can handle different sizes and materials.
- 2000 Series: The 2000/L and 2000/S models are known for their reliability and versatility. They are ideal for medium-speed operations and are commonly used in food and beverage canning, powder, and non-food applications, including pet food and can making.
- Vacuum Seamer Series: The ASV seamer series is specifically designed for products that require reduced oxygen levels, such as corn, peas, meat, fish, beans, and cheese. These seamers ensure that the nutritional value of the product is preserved.
Seaming capacities and configurations across the CFT seamer series
Our seamers are available in various configurations to meet different production needs:
- 3000 Series: Available in configurations ranging from 1 to 12 heads, with capacities up to 84,000 cans per hour (cph).
- 2000 Series: Available in configurations ranging from 2 to 6 heads, with capacities up to 36,000 cph.
- Vacuum Seamer Series: The ASV series is available with 8 heads, with capacities up to 36,000 cph.
CFT seamer 3000/N: Enhanced for excellence
The CFT seamer 3000/N represents the innovation in seaming technology, offering several key advantages that set it apart from the competition. Recently updated, this model now features the following competitive features:
- Hygienic design: A 100% anti-corrosion steel construction and an inclined plane draining tank for superior sanitation and easy maintenance.
- Fully oil lubrication system: Equipped with a fully electronic oil lubrication system with a closed-circuit recovery and recirculation device for seaming rolls and the machine, this system ensures that no lubricant is lost during operation.
- Low maintenance costs: Designed for durability and reliability, offering 24-hour non-stop operation and quick changeover times.
- High-quality seaming: Delivers high-quality seaming using low thickness tinplate, ensuring the integrity and safety of your products.
- High-speed configuration: Capable of handling high-speed operations efficiently.
This seamer is ideal for both the beverage and food sectors. It can handle seamed cans with diameters ranging from 246 to 369 mm and is available in configurations from 4 to 12 heads, with outputs ranging from 30,000 cph up to 84,000 cph.
Watch the new video on the 3000 N seamer HERE.
Memento HMI Platform: Enhancing Seamer Usability and Performance
The CFT HMI platform, Memento, is a modular software that seamlessly integrates with all seaming machines and fillers. This user-friendly and customizable interface revolutionizes human-machine interaction, improving product quality and production efficiency through in-depth data analysis.
This platform offers several benefits:
- User-friendly interface: Memento provides an intuitive and user-friendly interface, making it easy for operators to monitor and control the seaming process.
- Real-time data: The platform offers real-time data and analytics, allowing operators to make informed decisions and optimize production.
- Remote access: Memento allows for remote access, enabling operators to monitor and control the seaming process from anywhere.
A trusted partner for cutting-edge seaming solutions
Our seamers exemplify the dedication to delivering cutting-edge technology and exceptional performance in the food and beverage industry. The recent advancements in the CFT seamer 3000/N, combined with seamless integration with CFT fillers and the Memento HMI platform, ensure that your production line operates at peak efficiency. Our global service team also offers local expertise, cost-effective support, and a proactive approach tailored to customers’ needs.
Among our recent seamer supply projects, the turnkey line for processing and packaging tomato concentrate for Tukas in Turkey stands out. This line includes state-of-the-art machines for filling and seaming tomato concentrate cans. Another significant example is the line designed for Black Hops in Australia, which includes a monoblock for filling and seaming beer cans, demonstrating our versatility and commitment to quality in the beverage industry.
With a focus on reliability, efficiency, and high-quality output, we continue to be a trusted partner for manufacturers worldwide, helping them achieve their production goals with minimal downtime and maximum satisfaction.