The JBF Story

The Early Stages

(Established in 1995)

Punchbowl was born in 1995 through the dedication of Maree and Rob Craig and partners to build a successful kiwifruit orchard management and processing facility based in South Auckland.

Expansion

2000s - 2010s

In 2018, Punchbowl was  recognised globally as the most automated kiwifruit pack house, leading industry innovation with vision and a passionate team.  Punchbowl continues to lead the NZ Kiwifruit packing and storing industry, bucking the trends with effective management, and processing lines, resulting in high pack out rates and low fruit loss. 

Specialised

2020 - Present

Due to the success of automation, was Punchbowl Automation split off from Punchbowl Packaging. Unique in their ability to develop and trial new machine innovations in Punchbowl’s processing plant prior to going to market with proven new solutions.  This team is thriving on the challenge of growth and bringing new concepts to life for businesses across NZ.  

About us

Effortless, affordable, and complete industrial cooling solutions for You.

Proudly part of the Punchbowl Group

Proudly part of the Punchbowl Group, Jet Black Fan Systems collaborates closely to deliver innovative, custom-designed solutions for ventilation, destratification, cooling, and heating. We work directly with engineers and architects to ensure the best outcomes, offering bespoke control designs and providing a dedicated team for seamless installation. From concept to completion, we deliver comprehensive end-to-end solutions tailored to your unique needs.

It is our mission to deliver effective, efficient thermal comfort solutions that protect the future and reduce costs, using sustainable products that make high-quality cooling at a low cost accessible to you.

Punchbowl Group
100+
Employees
30+
Years in Business
Partnered with the best

We offer end-to-end innovative solutions, powered by Punchbowl.

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Carton erectors, bagplacing, bag filling, bag sealing and box folding machines. We have a dedicated engineering team offering concept design or plug and play with Arkmus and Niverplast products, resulting in improved efficiencies.
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Carton erectors, bagplacing, bag filling, bag sealing and box folding machines. We have a dedicated engineering team offering concept design or plug and play with Arkmus and Niverplast products, resulting in improved efficiencies.
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Carton erectors, bagplacing, bag filling, bag sealing and box folding machines. We have a dedicated engineering team offering concept design or plug and play with Arkmus and Niverplast products, resulting in improved efficiencies.
What matters

Our values

Creativity

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Creativity

Creativity

With our team of passionate and innovative people, we embrace the value of creativity, channelling innovation and ingenuity to deliver cutting-edge solutions that revolutionise airflow technology and enhance industrial environments.

Passionate

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Passionate

Passionate

We are a no-pressure sales team. Instead, we are truly passionate about finding the right solution for your team and facility and we do go the extra mile for you both before and after installation.

Teamwork

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Teamwork

Teamwork

Our team is everything. Supported by Punchbowl, our engineers, researchers, and product developers design, manufacture, and deliver superior fan solutions. Through collaboration with our team and customers, we achieve the best outcomes for all.

Installation

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Installation

Installation

Ending as strong as we finish, installation excellence is paramount. Our dedicated team ensures swift and efficient setups, optimising fan performance and placement. Every detail matters, driving us to deliver effective solutions with seamless service.

Awards

Proud winner of WPO Award

We’re proud to be part of the award-winning Punchbowl Packaging Group, recognized by the World Packaging Organisation for packaging excellence with our fibre punnets featuring compostable lids.

This prestigious award highlights Punchbowl's leadership in sustainable packaging design, a commitment we proudly share. With access to their extensive resources, we’re able to deliver professional, customer-centric solutions while leading the way in sustainability.

Community

Punchbowl Group: looking out for our community

Punchbowl is well known for supporting local charities, rescue services, clubs and schools. 

In 2022, Punchbowl along with its Growers, formed a “Punchbowl Community Fund”. Now even more money is being distributed around our Grower demographic areas, Waikato through to Whangārei.

Coastguards

Proudly committed to annual donations of our heroes, Coastguards. 

Westpac Helicopter

Proudly committed to annual donations of our heroes, Westpac Helicopter. 

Kiwifruit for Schools

Punchbowl has combined with Opal to deliver kiwifruit to schools.  Born from our desire to give back to the community and provide nutritious food to the generation of the future. 

High school work initiatives

Punchbowl offers work experience to local high school students, showcasing careers available in horticulture. 

Other organisations we support

Autism NZ
I am Hope
Cure Kids
Kidney Kids
KidsLine - Kumeu
Ronald McDonald house
Waiuku Cummunity Garden
Patumahoe Bowling Club
Patumahoe Under 17s Football
Waiau Pa Football Team
Tahuna Pa (Ngati Te Ata)
Waiua Pa Netball
Patumahoe Junior Rugby
Clive Howe Field lighting
St Patrick's Parish Food Bank
Waiuku Coastguard
Pukekohe Fire Brigade
Waiuku St John Ambulance
Te Akonga Early Child
Autism NZ
I am Hope
Cure Kids
Kidney Kids
KidsLine - Kumeu
Ronald McDonald house
Waiuku Cummunity Garden
Patumahoe Bowling Club
Patumahoe Under 17s Football
Waiau Pa Football Team
Tahuna Pa (Ngati Te Ata)
Waiua Pa Netball
Patumahoe Junior Rugby
Clive Howe Field lighting
St Patrick's Parish Food Bank
Waiuku Coastguard
Pukekohe Fire Brigade
Waiuku St John Ambulance
Te Akonga Early Child
Conservation Volunteers
Leukamia and Blood Cancer
Down Syndrome NZ
Kids Can
Koru Kids Care
Starship Childrens Hospital
Westpac Rescue Helicopter
Karaka Junior Development Cricket Team
Pukekohe AFC
Pukekohe United Hockey Team
Te Kohonga Marae
Pukekohe Community Action
Patumahoe Girls Juniors - Ripper Rugby
St Andrews Church Play Group
Patumahoe Junior Tennis
Patumahoe Fire Brigade
Kemeu Fire Brigade
General South Auckland School
Karioatahi Life Surf Club
Conservation Volunteers
Leukamia and Blood Cancer
Down Syndrome NZ
Kids Can
Koru Kids Care
Starship Childrens Hospital
Westpac Rescue Helicopter
Karaka Junior Development Cricket Team
Pukekohe AFC
Pukekohe United Hockey Team
Te Kohonga Marae
Pukekohe Community Action
Patumahoe Girls Juniors - Ripper Rugby
St Andrews Church Play Group
Patumahoe Junior Tennis
Patumahoe Fire Brigade
Kemeu Fire Brigade
General South Auckland School
Karioatahi Life Surf Club
Addie Charity (FASA Australia)
Burns Child Support
Heart Kids NZ
Outwest Youth
Radio Lollipops
Youth Education Services
Karaka Bowling Club
Mauku Cricket Club
Tuakau Ladies Football Team
Ngati Tamaoho
Waiuku Family Support Services
Waiuku Girls Ripper
St Andrews Church Play Group
Young Mariners (Franklin)
Waiau Pa Fire Brigade
Pukekohe St John Ambulance
Don Buck School
Daffodil House
Addie Charity (FASA Australia)
Burns Child Support
Heart Kids NZ
Outwest Youth
Radio Lollipops
Youth Education Services
Karaka Bowling Club
Mauku Cricket Club
Tuakau Ladies Football Team
Ngati Tamaoho
Waiuku Family Support Services
Waiuku Girls Ripper
St Andrews Church Play Group
Young Mariners (Franklin)
Waiau Pa Fire Brigade
Pukekohe St John Ambulance
Don Buck School
Daffodil House