An automatic commercial espresso machine is one of the important assets for coffee shops and restaurants. Nowadays, the food and beverage industry is growing rapidly. In this modern world, every work is machine-based. Machine-based work has become a cornerstone of modern industry. Most of the human work is done by the machines. In today’s world, machines play a vital role. It has revolutionized industries in many ways. Equipment like automatic commercial espresso machines works as a companion to the café and restaurant owners. And to provide the best espresso machine is Appliance Baron’s responsibility. So invest in a good commercial automatic espresso machine for your business growth.
Every machine work comes with its handling and care. Every machine needs maintenance and a working manual. Maintenance of espresso machines ensures their longevity. So training users is a must for the better usage of the product, for safe and efficient use of espresso machines training is required. Staff training ensures the proper usage of the automatic espresso machines. To get a perfect shot of espresso every time proper equipment and its proper usage is a must.
For proper usage of the product, a user manual is required. One needs to understand the parts and anatomy of the espresso machine.
Anatomy of espresso machine:
- 1Water reservoir: For brewing perfect espresso a fixed amount of water is required and a water tank is present in the machine. It is either removable or directly connected to the water line.
- Boiler: The boiler heats the water at a particular temperature and pressure.
- Pump: The pump generates the pressure that is required to push water through coffee grounds.
- Group Head: The group head is the part of the machine where the portafilter locks in place for brewing espresso.
- Portafilter: It is a basket, where the ground coffee is placed and attached to the group head.
- Steam wand: These are used to steam and froth milk for espresso-based drinks like lattes and cappuccinos.
- Built-in grinder: This feature is present in automatic commercial espresso machines. Built-in grinder grinds the ground coffee for perfect flavored coffee.
Process of brewing a perfect espresso:
- Firstly, the ground coffee beans are grind in a built-in grinder.
- Then, the water is heated in the boiler at a particular temperature. The temperature is set according to the machine.
- Then the pump pushes the boiled water through the ground coffee in the portafilter, this step will extract the coffee’s flavor and aroma.
- The machine can dispense single or double espresso shots according to set instructions.
- For other beverages like milk-based drinks steam wand is used to heat and froth the milk for brewing lattes, cappuccinos, and macchiatos.
Cleaning and maintenance of automatic commercial espresso machine:
Regular cleaning cycles and maintenance of espresso machines are a must in the long run of espresso machines. Automatic commercial espresso machines have a facility of automated cleaning cycles. Still, after some time the machine needs manual cleaning. Regular cleaning prevents the buildup of coffee oils, coffee beans, dust, etc. Maintainence checks along with cleaning is also important because by that we will get to know about issues or any defects in the machine.
Daily cleaning of the machine includes cleaning of the group head, portafilter, basket, steam wand, drip tray, and surrounds.
Maintenance checks can be done weekly, monthly, and yearly.
What safety measures are taken care of while operating an automatic commercial espresso machine:
To operate the espresso machines safely, the user must take care of the following things:
- Identification and mitigation steps: Identify any unusual activity like overheating, leaks, unusual noise, etc. Train the staff how to use the machine safely and properly. Taking care of electrical and pressure-related accidents.
- Emergency procedures: The staff should be trained in basic safety measures like basic burn treatment in case of burns.
- Staff should know repair methods in case of any malfunction.
Train the staff with advanced espresso techniques. The user of the machine should consider certification from a recognized coffee institution like the Speciality Coffee Association.
Some of the best automatic espresso machines available at Appliance Baron:
1. Rancilio Group Traditional automatic espresso machine CLASSE 5 ST 1 Group:
By Rancilio Group
Price: $4,200.00
2. Rancilio Group Traditional automatic espresso machine CLASSE 5 S 1 Group:
By Rancilio Group
Price: $4800.00-$5,799.00
3. Rancilio Group Traditional automatic espresso machine CLASSE 5 S 3 Group:
By Rancilio Group
Price: $8,900.00
4. Rancilio Group Traditional automatic espresso machine CLASSE 7 S 3 Group:
By Rancilio Group
Price: $10,900.00
5. Rancilio Group Traditional automatic espresso machine CLASSE 7 S 2 Group
By Rancilio Group
Price: $8,700.00
6. Rancilio Group Traditional automatic espresso machine CLASSE 7 USB 2 Group Tall:
By Rancilio Group
Price: $13,000.00
7. Rancilio Group Traditional automatic espresso machine CLASSE 9 S 4 Group RANCM004
By Rancilio Group
Price: $15,300.00
8. Rancilio Group Traditional automatic espresso machine CLASSE 9 S 2 Group RANCM006:
By Rancilio Group
Price: $11,000.00
9. Rancilio Group Traditional automatic espresso machine CLASSE 20 SB 3 Group Tall:
By Rancilio Group
Price: $20,800.00
10. Rancilio Group Traditional automatic espresso machine CLASSE 20 SB 3 Group:
By Rancilio Group
Price: $19,900.00
11. Rancilio Group Traditional automatic espresso machine CLASSE 11 USB 3 Group Tall:
By Rancilio Group
Price: $25,700.00-$26,690.00
12. Rancilio Group Traditional automatic espresso machine CLASSE 11 USB 2 Group Tall:
By Rancilio Group
Price: $21,000.00-$21,990.00
FAQs of automatic commercial espresso machine:
Q1: Does Application Baron provide shipping?
Answer: Yes, Applications Baron provides fast and free shipping. Free shipping on all orders.
Q2: Does Applications Baron have a return policy?
Answer: Yes, we provide hassle-free returns. You can return the product up to 15 days after the delivery date.
Q3: What are the basic electrical requirements for a commercial espresso machine?
Answer: The commercial espresso machine requires a 3/8” diameter water line and a NEMA L6-30 type plug/30 amp dedicated circuit.