HI we have and XEOS EV Espresso machine and it just stopped working. All the lights are blinking and our repair guy retired without a replacement. I was wondering if anyone would know where to get parts for this machine and how to fix it?
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We serve many loose-leaf teas at my shop, and are looking to upgrade our hot water dispenser to one that can automatically dispense at least 3 temperatures for each specific need. We are currently looking at the Fetco HWD TOD. Has any
Hello everyone- I'm new to this forum and pretty new to the world of home espresso making too. I had the opportunity to buy a Rancilio Epoca S1 Tank model at an auction near where I live. I didn't have the opportunity to power it up but was told by s
Read more…Desperately seeking advise on quality of the machine .... it reads like it can deliver in terms of quality of build/components. I would think that applies to SO light roasted coffee.
i would welcome ANY thoughts on the whether this thing can deliver.
Hello Everyone,
We're closing down for the winter (Jan-April) here in St. John's Canada. We have an Simonelli Aurelia II, bought and installed in June and been on ever since (and working well).
I've had conflicting reports from Tecs and others about
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We are opening an inn/small cafe upstate New York, in a rural area near by the lake. We are complete newbies to the cafe business, lots of learning ahead for sure) our customer flow won't be crazy, it's a small town with some tourist traffic in s
Hello! Our coffeehouse has a La Marzocco Swift Grinder. To grind half caff, we just push both buttons (caffeinated and decaf), and it grinds both into the portafilter. But lately no matter how hard we try there is no timing it properly. We will time
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I'm Nick, and I'm a barista. I'm also a mechanical engineer. The more I worked in coffee, the more I realized that some machines weren't being properly taken care of; so I decided to try and make a tool to help get baristas motivated to sta
Read more…I need some help finding a place to purchase 20 gallon potable water storage tank and 30 gallon waste along with a booster, heater and and pump???? I've looked on Amazon, can't find it online. THanks!
Read more…A friends cafe is having an issue with their milk steaming. The espresso machine they use is a Ranchilio Epoca double group head, and it's only a couple years old. The only information I have is that their milk is getting big soapy bubbles. They have
Read more…can anyone give their experiences on the pour over bar using a baratza vario-w. looking for grind settings. i'm having a hard time dialing in a setting that yields an appropriate time with great flavor. any thoughts, suggestions would be appreciated.
Read more…I have a bunch of FP-1 Chemex Full Circle Filter Units available. About 2,000 units. Willing to let them go for a bargain. I'm curious if anyone wants to buy some?
Read more…Looks like I' buying a La Pavoni machine coming from Italy and has 230V with a European plug. So I will need an adapter and voltage converter too. Is this a bad idea or is it no big deal ? Help please!!!! Thank you. Sue
Read more…Just wanted to ask a few questions about the newer Mahlkonig grinders and advancements in espresso grinding technology.
1) Is anybody using either the K30 Air or PEAK grinders at their espresso bar?
2) Has there been in hard documentation on the ef
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So my friend and I have been looking into setting up a pop-up coffee bar and/or do catering gigs. Logistics asides, I'm wondering if you guys have any recommendations for a used/refurb commercial grade espresso machine that goes for around
Read more…Can any one help me please because mi rancilio is making some noises like if air is escaping through some part inside I have never heard this noise before and I'm a little worried about it
Read more…Starting out, what do people recommend for the best espresso machine that doesn't break the bank but makes a great cup? Any to avoid?
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I'm having trouble getting my groupheads on my two group Aurelia T3 to match, they are generally 3-4 seconds different (with the same dose-19g dry). We've called the manufacturer and we are trying to see if build up is causing the problem (we
Read more…Hi! We use currently at the cafe 2 Super Jollys, doser with custom timer modification,
but the are starting to show that they are slow.
11-14 sec for 18-19 grams.
I want to change the one with something faster.
I know that the Robur is extra fast, bu
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