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Consistent Espresso Delivery

Chris added, ‘One of the key advantages of espresso The grinder ensures that the
machine automation is the consistent delivery of temperature of the coffee never
high-quality beverages. Auto tamping ensures precise exceeds room temperature by more
and even distribution of coffee grounds within the than 5 degrees ensuring constant
portafilter, eliminating human error and variation in quality.
tamping pressure. This consistent tamping allows for
a more uniform extraction, resulting in a balanced Also, the clever design incorporates
and repeatable espresso’. anti vibration with pneumatic rubber
Fracino mounted feet and special noise
suppression which means the small
noise never exceeds 45dB. This is
At the Made in Britain manufacturer Fracino have seen
important for certain areas of
a dramatic increase in on demand grinders in the last
hospitality where noise is not
few years.
desirable.

Fracino’s Iconic Kenia-tron on demand grinder is all
about delivering perfect flavour in every cup whilst The touch screen puts the barista in
control of the dose settings and timer
supporting the barista with the latest technology and
functions. It also includes a shot
adding stunning visual style to any environment. The
timer, a very useful training aid for
preparation of the coffee requires accurate grinding to
less experienced baristas. Baristas
deliver uniform coffee particle size. The large 65mm flat
can choose from single shots, double
burrs used, cut with precision, and can be set to very
shots and free dispense.
fine adjustments with great ease when calibrating or
‘dialling in’ a new coffee.
The bean hoppers have a unique lock
system that means it is easy to
remove safely without spilling any
beans, and it can be washed in a
dishwasher for cleaning.

A built-in coffee tamper can be used,

saving space and making the
espresso process flow naturally. The
Chris & Alice Edgcumbe-Rendle
hardened steel burrs should need
replacing only after grinding over
36,000 shots of coffee, or annually for
a coffee bar serving 100 double shots
The clever split body design of the grinder delivers two per day.
benefits. By separating the digital grinder motor from The iconic-tron truly puts
the area containing the coffee burrs, there is natural performance, speed and precision MAY/JUNE. 2023 | ISSUE 30
ventilation which prevents the coffee from overheating within an affordable price point for
during grinding, which can lose key aromatic oils and the UK coffeeshop and hospitality
potential flavour in the extraction process. sector.

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