Giesen - Giesen W15A

Applications & Use Cases

• Artisan coffee shops and micro-roasteries requiring consistent batch roasting.
• Speciality coffee businesses looking to control their roast profiles and quality.
• Small to medium-scale coffee producers aiming for in-house roasting capabilities.
• Businesses expanding from smaller roasters or upgrading existing equipment.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

For this class of equipment, batch capacities commonly range from 10kg to 15kg per roast, allowing for a throughput of approximately 40-60kg per hour depending on roast time.

Power supply

Units of this type typically require a 3-phase electrical connection, commonly 400V, 50Hz, with specific amperage varying by model and configuration.

Heating source

Giesen W15A models are commonly configured for gas heating, with options for natural gas or LPG (Propane/Butane).

Footprint

A complete roasting line, including roaster, cyclone, afterburner, and destoner, typically requires a dedicated space of around 15-25 square metres, with adequate ventilation and access for maintenance.

Control system

Modern units commonly feature advanced PLC or computer-based control systems for precise temperature, airflow, and drum speed management, often with profile logging capabilities.

Ancillary equipment

A complete line typically includes a green bean loader, cyclone for chaff collection, a destoner, and often an afterburner for emissions control.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is included in a 'coffee roasting line'?

  A coffee roasting line typically includes the roaster itself, a green bean loader, a cyclone for separating chaff, and often a destoner for removing foreign objects post-roast. An afterburner for emissions control is also a common addition.

• Why is an afterburner important?

• What kind of gas does a Giesen W15A typically use?

• What electrical requirements does this type of roaster have?

• What maintenance is typically required for a coffee roaster?