Espresso Machines
What are commercial espresso machines?
A commercial espresso machine is ideal for use in a coffee shop, restaurant or bar due to producing high-quality espresso from freshly ground coffee beans with high throughput.
Espresso is the rich, dark coffee shot produced by passing hot water through roasted, ground and tamped coffee beans. It’s the first stage in creating coffee-based beverages including Americano, latte, cappuccino, mocha, flat white and others.
We can help you to choose the best Italian commercial espresso machine for business use. We supply, install, service and repair commercial espresso makers, so you can have confidence in your ability to serve your customers the highest standard of coffee.
What is the difference between home and professional espresso machines?
It’s easy to see the visual difference between a commercial espresso maker and a typical household espresso machine. The build quality on a standard domestic espresso maker will be lower and may use materials like plastic in the exterior casing.
Home espresso machines are not designed to cater for commercial throughput. They’re rarely plumbed into a mains water supply and can be slow due to lower power ratings and a less efficient boiler.
Coffee aficionados may even want to consider a professional espresso machine for home use. We supply a number of small commercial espresso machines that work well in a domestic setting, without requiring in-depth barista training to operate.
What are the different features of commercial espresso machines?
A professional espresso machine usually combines several features into a single piece of equipment. This can include:
- Grinding coffee beans
- Dosing/tamping coffee grounds
- Brewing the perfect espresso
- Steaming/dispensing microfoam milk
Depending on the model of commercial espresso maker you choose, this process may be manual or more automated. Bean to cup machines, for example, can dispense an Americano from fresh coffee beans with a single button press.
What model do I need for my coffee shop?
The right espresso machine for coffee shop use depends on how busy your coffee shop is, the variety of drinks you want to offer, and the level of training of your staff or baristas.
A small commercial espresso machine can meet the needs of a basic cafe, for example in a park or leisure centre; however, consider upgrading to an industrial espresso machine for faster throughput and a wider variety of beverages.
The best Italian commercial espresso machines for businesses offer longevity, reliability and consistently high quality, with fast throughput so your coffee shop is not limited by capacity.
How much is a commercial espresso machine?
Our current range of commercial espresso machines are available from £3,000-15,000, with prices depending on the make, model and capacity of the machine.
For a quote on a Casadio, Faema or La Marzocco commercial espresso machine, or to find out about our exclusive in-house line of Grigia espresso machines, please get in touch and we will be happy to help.
We can also supply you with a professional espresso machine for home use. This well-deserved luxury for coffee-lovers puts fresh, high-quality espresso at your fingertips.
How long should an espresso machine last?
A commercial automatic espresso machine should last well over a decade with regular maintenance and correct cleaning procedures.
Many parts can be serviced and replaced. A good coffee shop or restaurant espresso machine should have its boiler inspected at least annually, which can form part of your annual service plan.
How to install a commercial espresso machine
Mulmar can supply and install a commercial espresso machine on your premises, complete the initial testing of boiler pressure and safety valves, and provide you with a PSSR Scheme of Examination (a required schedule of planned PSSR testing and future inspections).
An industrial espresso machine must be tested by a competent engineer upon installation. Coffee machine boilers contain very hot water under high pressure, so please make sure yours is installed by a professional.
To find out more about our coffee shop fit-out and espresso machine installation services, or anything else mentioned on this page, contact Mulmar today.
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