Toper - Toper 15Kg Roaster

Applications & Use Cases

• Small to medium-scale coffee roasting operations for cafes, specialty coffee shops, and micro-roasteries.
• Pilot plant or sample roasting in larger coffee production facilities.
• Artisan food production requiring precise thermal processing of nuts, seeds, or grains.
• Educational settings for barista training or coffee technology courses.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

This unit is specified as a 15kg batch roaster, suitable for producing approximately 60kg per hour based on a 15-minute roast cycle.

Power supply

Roasters of this type commonly require a single-phase or three-phase electrical supply for motors and controls, in addition to the primary heat source.

Heating medium

This specific unit is set up for Propane Gas. Other Toper models for this class of equipment are typically available with Natural Gas or electric heating elements.

Footprint

A 15kg roaster typically requires a footprint of approximately 1.5m x 1m, plus space for ventilation and bean loading/unloading.

Roast profile control

Units from the mid-1990s commonly feature manual or semi-automatic controls for drum speed, airflow, and burner intensity. Modern upgrades may include digital temperature probes.

Cooling system

Integrated cooling trays with powerful fans are standard for this capacity, ensuring rapid cooling of roasted beans to prevent over-roasting.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What maintenance is typically required for a used Toper 15kg roaster?

  Regular cleaning of the roasting drum, chaff collector, and cooling tray is essential. Periodic inspection of gas lines, electrical connections, and motor bearings is also recommended. Buyers should check the condition of wear parts like belts and seals.

• Can this roaster be converted to Natural Gas?

• What ventilation requirements are there for a roaster of this size?

• What is the typical lifespan of a well-maintained Toper roaster from the mid-1990s?

• Are spare parts readily available for older Toper models?