Barth - Barth Tornado

Applications & Use Cases

• Commercial coffee roasting operations requiring significant batch processing.
• Specialty coffee producers aiming for consistent roast profiles at scale.
• Food processing facilities that roast other nuts or seeds, adaptable with appropriate settings.
• Businesses expanding their coffee production or replacing older, less efficient roasting equipment.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

For this class of equipment, batch capacities commonly range from 60kg to 120kg, with this specific unit stated at 90kg.

Power supply

Units of this type typically require a robust three-phase electrical supply, commonly 400V/50Hz in the UK, along with a gas supply for the burner.

Heating method

Commercial roasters like the Tornado often utilise gas-fired burners for efficient and controlled heat application to the roasting drum.

Ancillary equipment

As described, this unit includes a pneumatic green bean loader, cyclone/chaff collector, and a destoner, which are standard components for a complete roasting system.

Control systems

Modern commercial roasters typically feature advanced control systems for temperature, airflow, and drum speed, often with programmable roast profiles.

Footprint

The overall footprint for a 90kg roaster with its ancillary equipment can be substantial, requiring dedicated industrial space with adequate ventilation.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is involved in the refurbishment process for a used roaster?

  Refurbishment typically includes cleaning, inspection, replacement of worn parts (bearings, seals), calibration of controls, and testing to ensure the machine meets operational standards.

• What utilities are required to operate a Barth Tornado roaster?

• Can this roaster be used for products other than coffee?

• What maintenance is typically required for a commercial coffee roaster?

• What is the purpose of the destoner included with the unit?