Aqualey: connecting the coffee machine to the water supply. Coffee machine with water connection: prepare your favorite coffee without any extra effort! Possibility of using ground coffee

Not a single business meeting can take place without a cup of coffee. What else can awaken and lift your spirits? After all good mood interlocutor is the key to successful negotiations, and high-quality coffee is proof of the correct choice of coffee machine.

First, let's try to formulate our expectations from this electronic “barista” (coffee master). Firstly, the machine must prepare delicious coffee, that is, the technology should maximize the taste of the coffee bean. Secondly, the coffee machine should be easy to use, so that it can be used by employees who do not have experience in Food Industry. Third, office space should not turn into a kitchen, so it simply must be “clean”.

These requirements are met by automatic coffee machines operating on beans and/or ground coffee.. And for greater ease of use, manufacturers have provided such a function as connection to a fixed water supply. This saves users from constant worry about the presence of water in the device and cleaning the waste container, since most models provide a connection to the sewer.

All these simple devices make the maintenance of the coffee machine minimal., and the device always looks neat and clean, which increases the prestige of any office.

Advantages of automatic coffee machines

As a rule, the machines operate on coffee beans. The automatic machine grinds itself required amount coffee bean before preparing each serving, compresses it into a special tablet, and then the water passing through it under pressure turns into coffee.

Automatic coffee machines for the office are designed to minimize the loss of working time on preparation and necessary maintenance of equipment, while providing a wide range of high-quality coffee drinks for every taste: from a cup of espresso to a mug of Americano, prepared at the touch of one button.

The first thing you should pay attention to when choosing is its performance: the number of cups of coffee prepared in a certain period of time. An approximate assessment of the workload will allow you to wisely use the operational resource of the coffee machine and avoid overpaying for a machine with excessively high productivity.

In addition to performing the usual functions programming taste preferences, the electronics of office coffee machines not only help to keep track of the consumption of ingredients, but also monitor the technical condition of the device. All this helps reduce the time spent preparing drinks, and also reduces equipment maintenance to a minimum of manipulations.

The design of office-class coffee machines often includes the ability to use a coin or token acceptor, preparation settings, and the containers are protected from unauthorized access.

High-performance coffee machines are equipped with automatic cleaning and maintenance systems, protection against incorrect user actions and unauthorized access to settings. A common practice among the creators of professional automatic coffee equipment has become the use of two (sometimes more) coffee grinders for the separate use of several varieties of beans.

Additional options include direct connection to the main water supply, built-in refrigerator (to maintain milk temperature at the desired level), availability of containers for bulk ingredients (milk powder or cocoa powder), synchronization of the machine with the establishment's cash register to automate control.

As a rule, software settings options are available both directly through the coffee machine control panel, and by connecting the coffee machine to a computer with a set of specialized software for management, service and monitoring.

Connection to water supply

The ability to connect to a water supply is a feature that is equipped with expensive professional or semi-professional models of stationary coffee makers and n. In such devices there is no water tank; the required amount of water is taken from the water supply automatically in accordance with the selected program.

Connecting the coffee machine to the water supply allows you to forget about filling the tank with water and removing coffee waste. This is especially true when installing the device in offices. However, it should be remembered that when using tap water directly, it is advisable to have a permanent or replaceable filter in order to avoid the formation of scale on the heating elements of the machine and to increase the life of the device.

	Franke Flair	Franke Pura Fresco	WMF 1500 S	WMF 1200 S
Specifications
Coffee used	ground/grain	ground/grain	ground/grain	ground/grain
Power		2200 W	2200 W	2200 W
Heater type	boiler	boiler	boiler	boiler
Pressure gauge	No	No	No	No
Maximum pressure	25 bar		19 bar
Volume	5.5 l	4.5 l	4.5 l
Dimensions (WHD)	42x63x54 cm	32x69x59 cm	33x59x68 cm	32x55x68 cm
Coffee grinder capacity	500 g		1000 g	500 g
Removable drip tray	There is	There is	There is	There is
Removable brewing unit	No	No	No	No
Color	black/metallic	metallic	black/metallic	black/metallic
Housing material	plastic	plastic	plastic	plastic
Weight	20 kg	26 kg	40 kg	34 kg
Design features
Cappuccino maker	There is	There is	There is	There is
Timer	There is	No	There is	No
Display	There is	There is	There is	There is
Water filter	There is	No	No	No
Measuring spoon	No	No	No	No
Water level indicator	No	There is	There is	No
Coffee level indicator	No	No	No	No
Waste level indicator	There is	There is	There is	There is
Milk container	No	No	No	No
Automatic decalcification	There is	There is	There is	There is
Auto shutdown	There is	No	There is	No
Anti-drip system	No	No	No	No
Built-in coffee grinder	There is	There is	There is	There is
Self-cleaning	There is	There is	There is	There is
Cup/reservoir heating	There is	No	There is	No
Cup lighting	No	There is	There is	There is
Milk frothing system	There is	There is	There is	There is
Preparing two cups at the same time	There is	There is	There is	There is
Hot water supply	There is	There is	There is	There is
Waste container	There is	There is	There is	There is
Settings
Energy saving mode	No	There is	No	No
Coffee pre-wetting	There is	No	No	No
Adjusting water hardness	No	There is	No	No
Adjusting the grinding degree	There is	There is	There is	There is
Adjusting the portion of hot water	There is	There is	There is	There is
Adjusting the coffee strength	There is	There is	There is	There is
Quick steam	There is	There is	No	No
Adjusting the coffee temperature	There is	No	No	No
Other Features
Additional Information	Possibility of connection to water supply; height-changing coffee spout 75-155 mm; 2 coffee grinders, 250 g each; 6 grinding levels; statistics of prepared drinks; water filter; automatic system washing and cleaning the auto-cappuccino system; waste coffee container for 40 servings	Possibility of connection to water supply; programming up to 32 types of drinks; waste bin for 40 portions; built-in counter for each type of drink; dry product mixing unit; energy saving mode; Fresco model works with fresh milk	Possibility of connection to water supply; any combination of milk, coffee, water and chocolate; waste container for 20 servings; portion counter; automatic flushing	Possibility of connection to water supply; one container for coffee beans, the second for beans, ground coffee, topping or cocoa; programming 6 drinks

Nuances when choosing

To decide on the choice of an automatic coffee machine for the office with the ability to connect to a water supply, It is worth paying attention to the following capabilities and characteristics of these machines:

water tank volume(it should not be too large so that the water does not stagnate, and not too small so that the pump pumping water from the water supply does not work constantly),
possibility of automatic cleaning of systems from coffee fat(this function greatly facilitates the use of the device in an office environment),
system for adjusting the portion volume and strength of the drink,
possibility of preparing two servings at the same time(this option greatly reduces cooking time, which is important for the work team),
machine performance and lifespan(it must correspond to actual consumption),
when connecting to the water supply, it is worth installing a filtration system, which will protect the machine from scale and improve the taste of the drink (and if the filter is included, it will create additional protection, which will extend the life of the coffee machine).

Franke Flair

The FRANKE plant is one of the largest Swiss enterprises, which is a world leader in the production of fully automatic coffee machines and supplies its products worldwide.

The high-tech, yet compact, pour-type Franke Flair machine is designed for preparing drinks with a “pre-infusion” function for additional extraction of coffee flavor from coffee beans. It is convenient and easy to prepare.

Intuitive programming, control and monitoring of device operation. Three temperature conditions for preparing drinks. The height-adjustable double dispensing unit (from 75 to 155mm) allows you to use dishes and containers of various sizes, as well as fill 2 cups at the same time.

A distinctive feature of Franke Flair is its reduced noise level- creates a new level of comfort. The ability to prepare up to 8 standard drinks with the press of one button: espresso, Americano, cappuccino, latte, latte macchiatto, hot milk, or tea makes this machine indispensable.

Functions

Coffee maker functions:

ceramic millstones with a long service life;
two independent coffee grinders with reduced noise levels;
statistics of prepared drinks;
timer, automatic shutdown mode;
grain level sensor;
possibility of automatic preparation of cappuccino;
possibility of using ground coffee;
height-adjustable dispenser;
waste coffee container with fill sensor;
automatic system for washing and cleaning the milk supply system;
built-in counter for each programmed drink;
programming 8 possible variations of coffee drinks per button;
transaction identification display;
6 grinding levels;
patented automatic cappuccino maker;
steam outlet for manual milk frothing;
hot water supply pipe;
possibility of installing additional modules.

Functionally, the machine has all the parameters necessary to prepare high-quality coffee. All processes, including cleaning, do not require direct consumer participation and are displayed on the screen.

The ability to connect the machine to water supply and sewerage makes work even easier, as it eliminates the need to replenish the water tank and clean the drip tray. Everything will happen automatically.

Franke Flair is equipped with separate hot water and steam pipes, as well as a built-in cappuccino maker, thanks to which it can prepare milk foam for cappuccino or latte by pressing one button, which, of course, is not only a matter of convenience, but also of taste.

The dispenser allows you to prepare two servings of drink at the same time and is smoothly adjustable in height, this function allows you to use the correct container for serving classic coffee and coffee-milk drinks.

The dispenser can be very easily removed and washed in dishwasher without any problems. One of the convenient integrated automatic functions of the Franke Flair coffee machine is the cleaning and descaling program for the coffee and milk blocks.

This makes it much easier Maintenance and maintenance of the coffee maker, ensuring maximum hygiene of the device and, as a result, consistently high quality coffee.

Peculiarities

Franke Flair coffee machines are designed in a modular philosophy. By purchasing additional options and putting together several independent modules, you can build any coffee system like bricks.

Here is a list of options that can be purchased additionally:

2 liter milk refrigerator, allowing milk to be cooled to a temperature optimal for foaming;
“Chocolino” hot chocolate preparation module;
a warmer that allows you to maintain the temperature for 40 cups;
coffee grinders of increased volume (installation of a locking device is possible);
dumping coffee waste under the counter;
connection to a water supply system, or a module for automatically adding water to the hopper;
paid service unit (works with coins, magnetic cards or connects to a cash register).

Advantages

An important feature of the Franke Flair Coffee Machine is autonomous operation - an operator without high qualifications can prepare coffee drinks after simple instructions.

The coffee maker is equipped with two independent coffee grinders, This solution will expand the range of coffee blends and diversify the coffee menu. In addition, the Franke Flair is equipped with a ground coffee pulverizer, allowing you to use decaf or other specialty coffees on demand.

Franke Flair coffee machines are easy to operate and do not require highly qualified personnel. The main parameters are adjusted by your own service specialist, you can choose other settings as you wish, varying the temperature, grinding degree, as well as the desired amount of coffee and milk for each programmable drink.

The device is configured using ten software buttons and an intuitive interactive LCD display.

Flaws

lack of pressure gauge;
lack of anti-drip system.

This does not affect the taste of the coffee, and does not cause any particular inconvenience during work. The only significant drawback of this model is its price, which is quite high.

Video review

Presentation of this device from a company representative:

Car care and instructions:

This video shows the process of cleaning the device:

Results

The Franke Flair coffee machine is extremely functional and attractive in appearance. However, it has a number of disadvantages that make it impossible to use the device at home. Firstly, it is quite high price cars. Secondly, there is a huge selection of settings that will be simply useless for an inexperienced user. Thirdly, these are quite large overall dimensions and weight.

Franke Flair is suitable for office use. For inexperienced users, the machine will be too complicated - it has a large number of drink settings.

Franke Flair is ideal for commercial use. The enormous power of the machine, a large volume of tanks for water and waste, connection to water supply and sewerage, many programs for automatic preparation of drinks - everything makes it possible to use the model in a restaurant or cafe.

The staff will have enough skill to handle and care for the machine, since all processes occur automatically. And the ability to connect additional modules will make working with the coffee machine a pleasure.

Franke Pura Fresco

FRANKE Pura Fresco is positioned by the manufacturer as a reliable super-automatic coffee machine with bright design and user-friendly interface.

It was created for public institutions– coffee shops, restaurants, offices, bars, canteens or for use in the off-site (banquet) service segment.

For preparing high quality coffee drinks, The basic equipment of the coffee machine includes two coffee bean hoppers with a total volume of 1.5 kg. TO

Each bin can be used for a different type of coffee. To prepare coffee drinks, three temperature modes and a “prefusion” function are used.

The functionality of the device for such use should be aimed at minimizing user participation in the process of preparing the drink.

Functions

Coffee maker functions:

built-in coffee grinder;
automatic decalcification;
grinding degree adjustment;
coffee strength control;
water hardness adjustment;
dry product mixing unit;
backlit display;
energy saving mode;
possibility of programming drinks;
self-cleaning system;
“quick steam” function;
built-in counter for each type of drink;
water level indication;
power-on indication;

If we don’t talk about the standard functions of high-end coffee machines, Green+Gentle technology attracts attention, providing intelligent control of energy consumption, which saves the use of electricity. This function is one of the priorities in modern household appliances.

Peculiarities

The car looks very modern. Color touch display with a resolution of 5.7 inches, allows you to easily program up to 32 different products. A special feature of the device is a mixer for mixing instant products, based on Twist+Taste technology.

The coffee machine prepares not just traditional types of drinks, but, thanks to this mixer, is able to offer the user original recipes.

Two coffee grinders with reduced noise level, Made from durable ceramics, they provide high-quality grinding of grains. A stainless steel steam boiler installed in the machine to heat water and steam is one of the most reliable types of heaters for coffee machines.

Water tank with built-in filter and “tank full” indicator allows you to quickly monitor the status of the device. In this case, the user can configure the replenishment of the water tank directly from the water supply or independently pour water into the machine if necessary.

Advantages

Possibility of direct connection to the water supply;
original design;
environmental friendliness;
programming up to 32 types of drinks;
high performance of the device;
ergonomic control system;
the presence of a function for adjusting the strength and temperature of the drink at the outlet;
possibility of preparing two cups at the same time;
availability of hot water supply (for preparing other drinks);
automatic cappuccino maker.

The undoubted advantage of the device is its wide system of settings. The user can adapt the settings to their needs, and this applies not only to coffee recipes. But also other basic options.

Ability to configure the system for sending an electronic check report will be especially relevant for coffee shops and restaurants.

All settings of the FRANKE Pura Fresco device are aimed at simplifying control combined with individualization of the resulting drink.

Flaws

The disadvantages of the coffee machine include:

plastic case;
no timer;
lack of pressure gauge;

The disadvantages of the coffee machine are relative. A metal body could give it some status, but the plastic used by the manufacturer is of very high quality. The absence of a pressure gauge, heating of cups, and pre-wetting of coffee in no way affects the taste of the resulting drink.

Video review

Presentation of the main advantages of the device in the video below:

Instructions for cleaning this machine are in the video below:

Results

The manufacturer positions the Pura coffee machine as a device for gastronomy, for home or office, because it is capable of preparing more than 150 servings of coffee per hour. The coffee machine is designed for institutions that seek to go beyond the preparation of standard coffee.

At home, the functionality of a coffee machine may be a little limited - it will simply be unclaimed. The system of settings for the sale of drinks also indicates industrial consumption.

WMF 1500 S

WMF professional coffee machines speak for themselves. The WMF 1500 S impresses with its large color touch display and its clear lines, attractive design And high quality manufacturing. After all, the WMF company always pays Special attention choice of materials.

The WMF 1500S is the successor to the top-selling coffee machine – WMF Presto, but based on a new generation, a new platform. As a follow-up model, the WMF 1500S includes all the qualities of the previous models and is improved in many areas. New design and the black touch screen immediately catch the eye.

Additional EASY MILK system for hot milk, hot milk foam, as well as cold milk, opens up completely new possibilities. Reliable, made from high quality components, The WMF 1500S ensures that your guests are spoiled with quality coffee, and every day they will come only to you for it.

Functions

Coffee maker functions:

Steam heating of cups. With WMF SteamJet, every cup will be at the perfect temperature within seconds. With this cup warmer, your espresso, Americano or café au lait will stay hot longer.
EASY MILK system. With the EASY MILK system, the WMF 1500S can make hot milk, hot milk foam as well as cold milk for individual drinks at the touch of a button.
Large color touch display. The WMF 1500S has a large touch display with a clear menu structure. This makes setup easy perfect quality coffee, as well as easy use by clients in self-service mode.
Even more varieties of coffee. When the WMF 1500S is equipped with two bean containers, it is possible to use ground coffee via manual loading, such as decaffeinated coffee.
Programmable drinks. With 8 drink buttons on 6 pages, a total of 48 drinks can be programmed. You can also store your own coffee recipes and their images.
Customize your drinks to suit your tastes. The settings menu on the WMF 1500S via the touch display has predefined quality levels for each individual drink. All preparation parameters, such as the amount of coffee and the volume of water, can be set individually.
Remote data access. Thanks to remote access to data, you can get the necessary information from this coffee machine anywhere in the world and at any time you need it. If you have several machines, then this function will help you collect data from all machines together.
Easily removable containers for coffee beans. All three containers are removable and dishwasher safe. Containers can be centrally locked and unlocked.

Peculiarities

The WMF 1500s is the future of the coffee machine market. All the latest developments from WMF, including a wide-format TOUCH SCREEN display and the ability to program an unlimited number of types of drinks.

The recommended productivity of the machine is up to 350 cups of drinks per day. The flagship machine is installed in many modern cafes and restaurants around the world. It is possible to play commercials while the machine is idle or while a drink is being prepared.

The model is equipped with the BS Online Monitor remote control and monitoring system.

The standard package includes additional modules: “cocoa”, “fixed water”, “Plug & Clean”.

Advantages

Main advantages:

New timer function means you can choose the right time to switch the WMF 1500 S on and off and even activate and deactivate individual machine settings and drink settings. This means you can, for example, set the machine so that any drinks prepared before 6pm use fresh milk, but drinks after that time are prepared with topping powder, making the machine much easier to clean. Or you can set the machine to switch to self-service at certain times—the possibilities are endless.
The visually attractive illuminated side components on the perfectly shaped body of the WMF 1500 S also serve as a visual indicator of operating status. For example, if the bean container is empty, this is indicated by a flashing light.
Long gone are the days of noisy coffee machines that were impossible to talk to next door. Thanks to targeted measures, the noise impact of the WMF 1500 S has been significantly reduced. You want to feel the aroma and taste of great coffee, not hear the sound.
Small, medium or large– the device is capable of filling any mug. Here's an example. Perhaps you work in the coffee-to-go sector and use coffee mugs different sizes. The practical "Small - Medium - Large" (S M L) function helps you easily set predetermined filling quantities for each drink you require.

Hot water at the perfect temperature. Of course, the WMF 1500 S also produces hot water at the touch of a button – for tea, for example.
With the WMF 1500 S you get two machines for the price of one. Simply replace the double cup dispenser with a single one, set the machine to self-service on the display and your WMF 1500 S becomes the ideal self-service machine.
Automatic cleaning at the touch of a button. Saves time and reduces operating costs.
On machines with one or two food containers, you can use a different type of ground coffee.
All three food containers can be removed. The coffee containers can even be washed in the dishwasher – very practical and makes cleaning the machine much easier.
Height-adjustable dispenser WMF 1500 S very easy to set up with one hand. Receptacles up to 175mm high can be filled, meaning you can prepare a whole pot of coffee at once for breakfast or in the office.
Basic Maintenance, such as changing the gasket on the easily removable coffee brewing unit, you can do it yourself. WMF service technicians will rarely have to see your machine.
Illumination of side components on WMF 1500 S controlled intuitively using a light scale. An endless variety of shades sets just the right tone for any atmosphere or mood.
The ideal coffee taste is based on quality levels that have been developed through a long series of tests for each individual drink. You can also set the amount of ground coffee, water volume and water temperature.
Using Remote Data Access, you can access important information from where it is convenient for you, and at any time you need it. If you have multiple machines, this gives you more transparency and helps ensure general review all data.
Touch display uses text and images, to inform the user about current activities and tasks that need to be completed - for example, it informs the user that a container of coffee grounds should be emptied.
Thanks to the patented Plug+Clean milk cleaning system All parts in contact with milk are easy to clean in full compliance with HACCP - confirmed by the Technical University of Munich.
Water filter WMF extends the time required for the next technical inspection, improves taste and extends service life.
Depending on your requirements and circumstances, the WMF 1500 S can be equipped with a water tank or water connection.

Flaws

It is difficult to find flaws in such a modern and multifunctional machine. The only drawbacks of this device are the plastic body and the high price.

Video review

A brief presentation of this device in the video below:

Instructions for cleaning the fresh milk container are presented in the video below:

Results

The WMF 1500s is packed with features, plug-ins and options. The coffee machine can prepare any coffee-based drinks you can imagine in automatic mode.

Independent washing and cleaning of the device, the ability to connect to a water supply, programming individual settings and remote control - all this makes it possible to use the model both in public catering establishments and to install it independently, as a stationary point of a mini-coffee shop.

The model is not intended for home use at all.. It is too complex, has a huge number of unnecessary functions for individual use. High power and significant dimensions also do not allow installing the machine in an apartment.

D For office use, the model can be considered but only in a large enterprise, because the productivity of the device is about 350 cups per day. For fewer prepared drinks, you can choose a simpler and much cheaper model.

WMF 1200 S

WMF 1200 S is a coffee machine that is positioned by the manufacturer as a machine for establishments with medium or high traffic.

This means that the coffee machine must have a high enough performance to meet the needs of customers. The WMF 1200 S is entirely manufactured in Germany from high-quality materials.

Each machine is tested inside and out by experts before delivery. The high level of service (service centers in 70 countries) offered by the manufacturer can also become a strong argument in favor of purchasing the device.

Functions

Coffee maker functions:

preparation based on ground or bean coffee;
built-in coffee grinder;
automatic decalcification;
grinding degree adjustment;
adjusting the portion of hot water;
automatic milk foaming;
auto shutdown;
supplying hot water for preparing drinks (for example, tea);
backlit display;
energy saving mode;
Possibility of direct connection to the water supply;
possibility of programming drinks;
self-cleaning system;
water level indication;
power-on indication;
descaling system;
simultaneous preparation of two cups;
removable tray for collecting drips.

The device's energy saving function deserves special attention. With three eco modes and automatic shut-off settings, the customer can customize their energy consumption according to their individual habits.

Also, when the WMF 1200 S is switched off, it no longer consumes electricity. The presence of such a function in the device takes the WMF 1200 S to a new level in comparison with other coffee machines in the same category.

Peculiarities

The manufacturer focused on a topical issue today – the issue of ecology. Reduced energy consumption, fewer chemicals and almost complete waste recycling are just a few of the features that distinguish WMF's environmentally friendly operating concept.

This concept can attract supporters of economical energy consumption and environmentalists. Depending on the requirements and the situation, the WMF 1200 S can be equipped with a water tank or water connection.

The machine is equipped with a manual loading function. It is possible to use other types of coffee, such as decaffeinated coffee, using this function.

Also, when preparing drinks with milk foam, not only fresh milk can be used, but also powdered milk or toppings. The machine prepares cocoa, macchiato and sciachiato.

Advantages

The advantages of the coffee maker include:

Possibility of direct connection to the water supply;
original design;
environmental friendliness;
wide range of prepared drinks;
high performance of the device;
ergonomic control system;
presence of auto shut-off function;
presence of a backlit display;
the presence of a function for adjusting the strength of the drink at the outlet;
possibility of preparing two cups at the same time;
availability of hot water supply (for preparing other drinks, such as tea);
automatic cappuccino maker.

An undoubted advantage is the descaling system. A filter cassette in the water tank or a WMF water filter at the connection to the main water supply extends the time intervals between necessary technical inspections, improves the taste of the coffee and extends the life of the coffee machine components.

Fully automatic cleaning at the touch of a button saves time and reduces operating costs. Not all devices in this class can be proud of this advantage.

The machine has a fairly ergonomic control system. All important functions and parameters can be configured using the two-line display and five function buttons.

Six buttons can be programmed for specialty coffee drinks. Drinks on the second level are activated by double-clicking the button. The simple label format allows for custom design and easy replacement of button labels with drink names, prices or images.

Flaws

The disadvantages of the coffee machine include:

lack of an anti-drip system;
plastic case;
inability to control coffee strength;
no timer;
lack of pressure gauge;
lack of “fast steam” function;
impossibility of pre-wetting coffee and heating cups.

The disadvantages of the coffee machine are relative and are rather related to drawing an analogy with other machines in the same class.

The lack of fast steam and coffee pre-wetting functions may not affect the quality of the resulting drink.

The only significant drawback can be considered the plastic body of the device.. In a metal version, the car would look more status-worthy and would correspond to its wide functionality externally.

Video review

Video presentation of this device and its characteristics in the video:

Presentation of the device from a campaign representative in the video below:

Results

A The machine is focused on the production of coffee drinks in large volumes. This focus is fully justified by the functions it performs.

Self-cleaning and energy saving systems are aimed at economical use of energy and minimal user participation in the coffee preparation process.

An automatic cappuccino maker is also designed to perform the same function.

conclusions

Franke Flair is ideal for a restaurant. Too complicated and expensive for home and office use.

FRANKE Pura Fresco is created for preparing coffee and other drinks for a wide range of gourmets, FRANKE Pura Fresco fits best into a coffee shop or restaurant. Within the office walls, the wide options of the device will be cramped, and in home kitchen such a unit is simply not needed. FRANKE Pura Fresco is definitely a device aimed at the masses.

WMF 1500s will be ideal for commercial use in cafe or restaurant mode, and with the possibility of self-service. Not needed for home or office.

WMF 1200 S is well suited for coffee shops. Offices or beauty salons. At home, its functionality and target orientation may not be entirely justified.

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Professional coffee machine for a cafe, bar, office or restaurant. Equipped with an automatic cappuccino maker, thanks to which frothed milk is supplied through the coffee dispenser. In addition to precise programming of drinks, the intelligent learning mode also allows you to assign manual preparation settings to the buttons. High-capacity bins, locked with a padlock, allow you to use the machine in the HoReCa direction.

Peculiarities

Autocappuccino (IFD) system for preparing cappuccino, latte and latte macchiato
Adjusting the grind quality
Programming portion volume
Automatic coffee dispenser rinsing
Setting the water hardness
Adjusting the coffee temperature
Portion counter
Automatic descaling
Making two cups of coffee
Pre-wetting
Automatic cappuccino maker
Cup stand
Removable central unit
Automatic rinsing and cleaning mode
Automatic descaling mode
Display

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Delivery of goods in Moscow and the Moscow region

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Delivery to any region of Russia at the Client’s choice is possible:

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Features and Specifications

Typically, professional coffee machines can be connected to the water supply, requiring high performance. Built-in units should provide maximum service through the front panel. Therefore, it is better to supply water from the pipeline.

To use tap water directly prerequisite is the presence of replaceable or permanent filters to clean it from various impurities. However, such devices usually have an additional water tank.

What distinguishes it from a regular coffee maker in appearance is that the cup installation locations are recessed into the body. You have to take the cup not from a protruding stand, but from a niche. Otherwise, the design does not affect the variety of functions and complexity of the software.

Just like the process of preparing a drink, in these models the cleaning process is also maximally automated. Before and after turning on the device, the automatic tube flushing function starts. In addition, there are functions automatic self-cleaning and flushing of the system, self-diagnosis, programming for water hardness and on and off times.

Special indicators will signal when the compartment for coffee beans and fresh water is full, the need to empty the water tray, the need to activate the descaling program. Almost all removable parts can be washed in the dishwasher.

Quick steam

The presence of a “fast steam” system in the coffee maker allows you to switch from preparing espresso to cappuccino in seconds. This is achieved due to the fact that the coffee maker’s boiler is capable of producing steam almost instantly.

Hot water supply

Most espresso coffee makers contain heated water in a separate container, which can be used, for example, to make tea. Water is supplied from a separate tap or from a steam outlet(in this case it can be switched between the “Steam” and “Hot water supply” modes). Water is usually supplied at a temperature of +90 °C; in some cases it can be adjusted.

Adjusting the grinding degree

The degree of grinding affects the time during which the required amount of water (for a shot of espresso this is 35±5 ml) passes through the formed coffee tablet. Perfect timing is considered 25±3 seconds.

If the grind is very coarse, the water flows through too quickly and the coffee turns out weak and sour. On the contrary, if the grind is too fine, the preparation time will increase and the coffee may acquire a burnt taste.

The required degree of grinding depends on the type of beans, the degree of roasting, humidity and ambient temperature. In combination with preliminary wetting, the result is consistently high.

Programming

All coffee machines with a display have a programming function that allows you to:

Set the filling volume for different cups with different drinks: espresso, Americano, lungo coffee. With super-automatic coffee machines, you can select the desired amount of coffee and milk foam for cappuccino and latte macchiato.
Select the coffee temperature.
Perform automatic daily rinsing when you turn on the coffee machine.
Activate the grind function for the next cup, necessary for the continuous preparation of a large number of coffees, and others.

The presence of a display and programming system in many cases allows you to protect the coffee machine from significant errors during operation.

Model	Power, W)	Dimensions cm (WxHxD)	Volume (l)
Smeg CMS45X	1350	60x46x36	1.8
Gorenje + GCC 800	1350	60x46x41	1.8
Miele CVA 6805 (Editor's Choice)	3500	45x60x53	2.3

Possibility of using ground coffee

The main advantage of coffee machines that use coffee beans is– this is a fresh grind for every cup of espresso. But coffee retains its properties better positive properties precisely in grain form, and after grinding it begins to quickly lose its aroma, and everything that we value in coffee. Therefore, the use of ground coffee has a limited circle of admirers among owners of coffee machines.

Coffee machines are equipped with two types of millstones - steel and ceramic. Coffee machines with ceramic grinders are quieter. However, steel millstones are more resistant to mechanical loads, require much less adjustment, and are easier to maintain. For loads of more than 300 servings of coffee per month, it is better to choose coffee machines with steel millstones.

“Ceramics” is used primarily at home or in reception areas with little coffee consumption.

Dull millstones lead to longer grinding times, the coffee beans overheat, the aroma is burned out, and the coffee turns out bitter and empty-tasting. The frequency of replacing millstones depends on the hardness of the grain used (cooking from 5 to 15 thousand servings).

Smeg CMS45X

The Smeg CMS645X built-in automatic coffee machine of the Classica series is designed for preparing a wide range of coffee drinks and tea in coffee shops, bars and restaurants. The equipment is equipped with a container for ground coffee, a removable container for coffee grounds, a height-adjustable nozzle for 2 cups and a drip tray. The case is made of stainless steel.

In every sense, a chic, premium-level coffee machine. Brews delicious coffee - espresso and cappuccino. Allows you to choose cooking options for almost every taste - you can cook from ground coffee, you can grind grains with a coffee grinder. Strength, temperature, portion size are adjustable.

In addition, it is a big plus for modern interior this is that it is built-in. On the one hand, it does not attract too much attention, but on the other hand, it looks extremely stylish. It is not noisy (everything except the coffee grinder). There are no problems in care and management.

Description of the device:

Automatic coffee machine;
Illuminated rotary switches;
Multilingual LED display (Russian);
On/off programming;
Nozzle for 2 cups, height adjustable;
Steam function;
Use of coffee beans and ground coffee;
Coffee mill;
Adjustment of coffee strength – 5 levels;
Regulation of the amount of coffee per cup – 3 levels;
Water temperature regulation – 3 levels;
Automatic rinsing;
Automatic descaling;
Stand-by energy saving mode.

Functions

Adjustment of the amount of coffee per cup – 3 levels;
Adjustment of coffee strength - 5 levels (very weak, weak, medium, strong, very strong);
Coffee temperature adjustment – 3 levels;
Grinding adjustment;
Use of coffee beans and ground;
It is possible to supply hot water for brewing tea;
External cappuccino maker;
Automatic steam supply for preparing cappuccino;
Automatic rinsing;
Descaling;
Nozzle for two cups, height adjustable;
Stand-by energy saving mode.

Additional functions and capabilities of the Smeg CMS645X built-in coffee maker:

Adjusting the amount of coffee;
Hot water supply.

Peculiarities

Key Features:

Water tank – 1.8 l;
Reservoir for coffee beans – 220 g;
Container for ground coffee;
Removable container for coffee grounds;
Drip tray;
Lighting – 2 incandescent lamps;
Telescopic guides;
External cappuccino maker;
Automatic switching on by time;
Multilingual LCD display;
Automatic steam supply for making cappuccino;
Hot water supply;
Automatic rinsing;
Descaling;
Switch color: silver.

Additional Information:

Steam pressure: 15 bar;
Rated power: 1.35 kW;
Voltage: 220-240 V;
Current frequency: 50 Hz.

Characteristics

Main characteristics of the coffee machine:

Coffee machine type – espresso;
Type of device – coffee machine;
Control type – electronic-mechanical;
Cooking – automatic;
Types of drink – boiling water, espresso;
Power, W – 1350;
Max pressure, bar – 15;
Volume for water, l – 1.8;
Container for grains, g – 220;
Cup height adjustment – Yes;
Built-in coffee grinder – Yes;
Grinding degree adjustment – Yes;
Cappuccino maker – Yes;
Filters – Permanent;
Timer – Yes;
Delayed start – Yes;
Color – white glass + stainless steel;
Warranty – 1 year.

Advantages

The advantages of the presented coffee machine include the following list:

Practical full automation;
Small dimensions;
Simplicity and ease of operation;
Availability of water hardness adjustment;
Self-cleaning from scale;
Possibility to choose the strength of the drink;
Ergonomics;
Minimalism.

Flaws

The presented model has a small list of shortcomings. These include the following:

Lack of automatic switching programming;
No blocking against unauthorized activation.

However, you can do without these two functions. No other shortcomings were identified with this coffee machine.

Video review

A brief video presentation of this device in the video below:

Video review and test of this machine from the user:

Results

During the development of Smeg CMS645X, much attention was paid to the simplicity and ease of use of the product, for which intuitive interfaces are created, and in addition, the ability to intelligently manage energy consumption is provided.

The model is designed taking into account environmental safety considerations and complies with European RoHS and REACH regulations governing the quality and safety of the materials used. Characteristic features of all Smeg devices are low consumption with high performance.

Gorenje + GCC 800

The Gorenje+ coffee machine remembers the selected drink strength and the amount of ground coffee. Simply create your own program with your favorite strength and amount of coffee. Next time, just click on the icon and the coffee machine will automatically do the rest.

Your program and other settings are available on the touch control panel, and the LCD display displays functions in the language of your choice. The taste of the coffee can be adjusted even during the preparation process. Gorenje+ built-in coffee machines are distinguished by high performance and modern, but at the same time simple controls.

In addition to coffee, she will prepare boiling water for tea or other hot drink. The strength of coffee depends not only on the number of ground beans, but also on the fineness of the grind. Available automatic setting Or you can set the grind level to your liking. The coffee machine offers five flavors: very weak, weak, standard, strong and very strong.

Automatic dosage of ground coffee allows you to prepare a small cup(ristretto), standard cup (espresso) or large cup (lungo). Last but not least, the coffee machine can prepare two cups of coffee at once.

Functions

The functions of the model include:

Built-in coffee grinder, with adjustable grinding degree (9 steps) ;
Cappuccino preparation, automatic;
Strength adjustment, 5 degrees;
Adjustment of coffee volume;
Hot water supply;
Timer;
Automatic decalcification;
Auto shutdown;
Display.

Main characteristics:

Type – espresso (automatic);
Power – 1350 W;
The coffee used is bean, ground;
Built-in coffee grinder – yes;
Maximum pressure – 15 bar, no built-in pressure gauge;
Number of distribution groups – 1;
Prepare two cups at the same time.

Peculiarities

Features of the Gorenje + GCC 800 model include the following items:

Water level indicator;
Power-on indication;
Dimensions (W*H*D) – 60x46x41 cm;
milk container 1 liter; the ability to customize your own coffee preparation program;
language selection;
self-diagnosis;
Dimensions of the niche for embedding are 45x56x55 cm.

The design includes:

Possibility of embedding;
Possibility of connection to water supply;
Built-in coffee grinder, grinding degree adjustment;
Anti-drip system;
Simultaneous preparation of two cups;
Backlight;
Backlit display;
Hot water supply;
Waste container;
Removable tray for collecting drips.

Advantages

The advantages of the presented model include:

Excellent and tasty cappuccino with thick foam;
Self-cleaning function;
Economical, since the product consumption in them is small;
Espresso tastes superior to drinks prepared in drip and geyser coffee makers.
Compact compared to similar models, which is very important in a small kitchen.
A cup of coffee in the morning at the touch of a button.
Cappuccinatore – makes excellent milk foam.
It displays messages about the need to add water and descale.
It is possible to program the coffee preparation time. And in general there are many possibilities for programming different parameters - coffee strength, cup volume, temperature.

Flaws

The disadvantages include:

High water consumption;
Low power;
Cost of a coffee machine.

In addition, the disadvantage of coffee makers of this type is the long time required to obtain coffee. This is due to the need to heat and boil the entire volume of water in the tank.

Bottom line

Gorenje GCC 800 has characteristics that exceed the category average. Among them are such parameters as a display, automatic decalcification, simultaneous preparation of two cups, hot water supply, and a removable tray for collecting drips.

Using the Autocappuccino function you can prepare real Italian cappuccino in one touch. Passing through freshly ground coffee, the steam completely envelops the coffee granules and extracts all the aroma from them for a rich coffee.

Using a special regulator on the milk container, you can adjust the degree of milk froth and prepare a cappuccino with thick foam or coffee with milk.

Coffee tastes better if it is brewed from freshly ground beans. The Gorenje+ coffee machine allows you to set one of nine coffee grind levels. When using coffee beans, the dosage is done by a machine.

It is very convenient to store coffee, since the device is equipped with special shelves; to use them, you need to pull the machine out of the niche using telescopic guides. In addition, the Gorenje+ coffee machine allows you to use ground coffee.

Coffee grounds are collected in a special container. If the grounds container is full or the coffee bean container is empty, the appliance will warn you with a message on the display.

Extra-large milk container allows you to prepare several cappuccinos or lattes in a row - without adding milk to the container. But that's not all: the container can simply be removed and refrigerated until next use.

Miele CVA 6805

Everything in the model is thought out to the smallest detail: And new system cup lighting, automatic feed height adjustment, and modern controls. Even something as small as opening a door is a patented Miele technology.

With your Miele coffee machine you can adjust the coffee brewing time (pre-wetting system). By increasing the brewing time of coffee, it is possible to squeeze out the maximum oils and aromas from the beans, and the drink turns out to be especially strong and tasty. Another important advantage of this model is ease of maintenance.

Now access is easier to all parts that require periodic attention. They are easy to remove, wash and reinstall. Some accessories, such as the water container, are dishwasher safe. The enormous service life of the device (20 years) reminds us of German quality and thoughtfulness of the model.

Functions

The functions of the presented model include:

Coffee temperature adjustment;
Pre-wetting coffee;
Hot water supply;
Water hardness adjustment;
Timer;
Built-in coffee grinder, container capacity for grains – 500 g, with adjustable grinding degree;
Cappuccino preparation, automatic;
Built-in recipes with the ability to add new recipes;
Strength adjustment;
Adjustment of coffee volume;
Automatic decalcification;
Auto shutdown;
Display.

Additional functions and capabilities of the Miele CVA 6805 built-in coffee maker:

User profile programming;
Setting water hardness;
Possibility of programming the switching time;
Possibility of programming the shutdown time;
Leak protection.

Specifications:

power: 3500 W.
pressure: 15 bar.
dimensions: 45.15x59.5x53 cm. Niche: 45.0-45.2x56-56.8x55 cm.
warranty: 2 years.
service life: 25,000 cycles.

Control:

touchscreen,
drink selection slider,
touch button back;
indication of the selected menu item (orange),
keyboard (numbers and Latin) for creating profile names and drink names;
two timers, sound signals with volume control;
Pre-brewing coffee option.

Design:

automatic recognition of the height of the cups and installation of the central nozzle to the desired height;
dynamically expanding coffee brewing mechanism,
container for coffee beans 1 kg,
compartment for ground coffee,
drip grid,
grounds container,
milk frothing device(glass milk container with lid),
leakage protection system.

Peculiarities

Features of Miele CVA 6805:

power-on indication;
case material: metal;
cup sensor;
capacity of the container for collecting grounds in portions;
programming sleep time;
connecting a built-in dish warmer;
automatic rinsing function;
network cable length 2m.

Advantages

The advantages of the presented model include:

Has a coffee grinder with burrs. It works in such a way that you can get a uniform grind size every time, which is one of the key aspects for getting great espresso coffee. On the other hand, a blade grinder will often leave you with poorly ground beans.
Has a built-in milk frother. With a built-in cappuccino milk foaming mechanism, the machine can automatically produce frothed milk for use in cappuccino coffee and other drinks.
Large water tank. The large water tank does not need to be filled very often.
Has a compartment for hot water. The hot water compartment is useful because it can be used to warm cups and also make Americano coffee, black coffee and tea.

Flaws

The disadvantages of the presented model include the following:

You cannot use water for a coffee machine after reverse osmosis systems;
Inconvenient function for adjusting the degree of grinding.

Video review

Video presentation of the coffee machine and its capabilities from a company representative:

An example of caring for devices of this type in a video from the manufacturer:

Bottom line

Among the most unusual, we note the presence of a coffee pot function and ability to prepare 8 cups of coffee at once. This option is extremely rare. Espresso – perfect foam, soft and thick.

You can create custom profiles, for each profile you can set the serving size and parameters of each drink. There can be 10 profiles in total. Each profile has a maximum of 9 drinks.

The keyboard appears on the touch screen– you can name the profile and give brand names to each drink. Automatic program for heating and rinsing the tube - every time you turn it on. The machine begins to warn in advance (50 cups before) about the need for cleaning programs.

conclusions

Smeg CMS645X Suitable for use in catering establishments (cafes, restaurants, etc.), as well as for home use.

Gorenje GCC 800 Ideal for use in cafes, restaurants, as well as at home.

Miele CVA 6805 It has thoughtful controls and a beautiful design, ideal for use in cafes, restaurants, bars, and canteens. In addition, lovers of delicious coffee can purchase the presented coffee machine to enjoy drinks at home.

With the option of connecting the coffee machine to the water supply, you do not need to regularly add water to the boiler. Making your favorite drinks is much easier, faster and more convenient!

Today, coffee machines are installed in almost all large offices. They regularly help out employees who are “burning out” at work. A good cup of strong coffee chases away sleep, helps you concentrate on the task and successfully complete the project you have started. The device is appropriate not only in the office kitchen, but also in the reception area. A freshly brewed invigorating drink brightens up the wait for visitors.

In order for the coffee machine to function properly, it must be properly cared for. You need to regularly clean the equipment, throw away waste and, of course, do not forget to add water to the boilers. Performing these tasks takes a lot of time, which office workers do not always have enough. Therefore, modern manufacturers of coffee makers are trying to do everything possible to make the life of users as easy as possible. One of the useful and practical inventions is a coffee machine with a water connection.

How does the equipment work?

A coffee machine connected to a water supply takes out the required amount of water on its own. Users do not need to monitor the water level and refill the water container regularly. The coffee machine saves time, provides continuous heating and is always ready to use. It is ideal for places with high coffee consumption. Suitable not only for large offices, but also for cafes, bars, restaurants and other establishments with high traffic.

Range

A large selection of superautomatic coffee machines with water supply connection is presented in our catalog. The option is available in devices manufactured by the La Marzocco, MARCO and FRANKE brands. The devices are equipped with filters for purifying tap water. They help extend the life of the equipment and ensure excellent taste of drinks. Some models also have the option of direct connection to a sewer system for waste disposal.

We offer high-performance coffee machines for cafes, bars, restaurants, hotels, and offices. With a wide range you can easily choose a model for any purpose. We not only deal with, but also provide a range of services for the supply, installation, service and technical support of devices throughout Russia. Qualified specialists will answer questions and advise on price. You can order a call back: employees will call you back as soon as possible and help you with your choice.

With this review I want to begin a series of tests of various devices for coffee machines that can expand the functionality even budget model, endowing it with the capabilities of premium coffee machines. The first such device in line is the Aqualey system for connecting coffee machines to the water supply. It is produced by a company from St. Petersburg (import substitution is on the way!), which kindly provided me with a sample for testing.

Let me start with the fact that connecting to a water supply is the prerogative of either commercial models (for example, or), or very expensive and rare home ones (usually this is typical). Russian reality, of course, makes adjustments. In the homeland of most coffee machines - in Italy - almost San Pellegrino flows from the tap, but in our country it is better to connect to the water supply after the household filter under the sink or directly to the cooler.

But if you want to teach your inexpensive coffee machine to fill itself with water, then nothing is impossible. Here’s a simple kit that contains everything you need to connect almost any model (with the exception of some models with closed access to the tank) to a household filter and make it practically autonomous:

The principle, of course, cannot be called innovative - any person with an engineering education, given the time, can assemble a similar eyeliner by selecting the necessary spare parts. In the case of Aqualei, the manufacturer has already done this for you, having developed a universal kit for most coffee machines.

Aqualei is essentially a system of fittings and tubing that can be neatly routed from under-sink filters to your coffee machine. Plus the main element and “know-how” is a float valve with a mount that regulates turning the water supply on and off. An additional tap is optionally installed so that, for greater peace of mind, you can turn off the water supply during a long absence or in case of cleaning the coffee machine. Also included are stickers to make installation easier:

All materials are selected conscientiously, the manufacturer assures (and this is confirmed by the markings on the spare parts) that the fittings - tubes, taps and fittings (adapters) - are produced by the British company John Guest in the UK.

Anyway, enough looking, let's collect. I connected the Melitta Caffeo Varianza to the water supply and this is what it looked like:

Using fittings and a knife, I begin to assemble the tube configuration I need. This stage requires attention! First I try everything on. Before starting the process, I recommend straightening all the tube segments (since they come in a twisted form, they have a slight curvature when unpacking). At the first stage, I try it on without cutting it under the complete faucet (with a blue valve). At the last stage, I will simply embed it into a suitable segment, accurately understanding the future wiring from the machine under the countertop and further to the filter under the sink.

At this moment, I decide to slightly change the location of the coffee machine on the table and move the Aquali to back wall tank. In addition, after carefully reading the instructions again, I conclude that I initially forgot to cut out a corner of the round white sticker to secure the fastener, and glued it strictly opposite the long white bolt. In fact, you need to make a small corner cutout and glue the resulting semicircle “above” the bolt. In this case, the sticker acts as a stop-spacer between the supply tube and the mounting bolt (see photo below):

Now I finally secure the mount to the wall of the tank. For better vertical fixation, as indicated in the instructions, I made a corner cutout in the sticker and positioned it around the bolt.

I run the Aqualey hose under the countertop to the filter. I carefully cut the blue hose that went from the filter to the faucet on the sink and connect all three connections in the included tee.

This is what the installed Aqualey system looks like in my case. I decided to place the faucet that shuts off the water supply to the coffee machine on the side of it so that it is at hand and there is no need to crawl under the sink. But, in principle, you can choose any other place for its insertion.

Now the coffee machine can be pushed deeper under the wall cabinet - there is no longer any need to take out the water tank. You just need to leave enough space to make it convenient to pour the grains.

Nuances

Like any potential client, I am primarily concerned with two questions: how reliable is the Aqualey system ( in other words, won’t the float malfunction and flood my entire kitchen?) and how warranty repair departments view the use of such a system ( Will they refuse to repair my coffee grinder, for example, if I use Aqualei?). Let's figure it out in order:

Reliability and protection against leaks. Here I must admit that I did not do a long test, but honestly for a couple of days I tried to get the float valve to “stick”: I turned it this way and that, turned the water off and on, used warm water, turned on the coffee machine so that it vibrated... But the valve stubbornly worked at the right moment. In general, the design looks quite reliable in its new condition. There are no complaints at all about the tubes and connections themselves - they really inspire confidence, although I am not a plumber.

However, when using the Aqualey system in the office, for peace of mind, I would turn off the water supply to the coffee machine at night using a special tap. I repeat, it is included in the kit.

2. Regarding the warranty, Then, after interviewing several service centers, I came to the conclusion that they do not have a common position on the question of whether a coffee machine upgraded in this way is under warranty or not. Definitely connecting the Aqualey to a coffee machine by insertion may be a reason for denial of the warranty (but may not be). But supplying water directly from above to the tank is unlikely to affect warranty repairs. After all, the service center simply will not know that you connected their coffee machine to the water supply; there will be no traces other than a couple of stickers on the machine.

3. Plus, of course, compatibility issue. The system is simply installed in coffee machines with top access to the water tank. Moreover, since the diameter of the tube and the dimensions of the other elements are relatively small, the aesthetic appearance suffers little; the system looks quite solid. But if the water tank extends from the front or side, then an insert will be needed. This involves drilling a small hole with a diameter of 7-8 mm in the body of the coffee machine and the tank itself. The manufacturer showed me several examples of such implementation, below are a couple of photos. Accurate information about whether Aqualey is suitable specifically for your model can be found on the manufacturer’s website or on the hotline. The manufacturer also promises to help with all installation questions in your case.

An example of an implementation with an insert into a tank: Aqualei in Saeco Aulika Top

But personally, I can’t say that I would immediately decide on a flush-mount installation. Still, the case deteriorates.

Review verdict about the Aqualey system

Without hiding the fact that this review It is printed as they say “for advertising purposes”, I hasten to assure you that I took the product for a test with the condition “if you don’t like it, I won’t do a review.” Well, as you can see, I have completely overcome my skepticism :)

By the way, at first it seemed to me that such a device for connecting coffee machines to the water supply would be relevant exclusively in offices. However, after interviewing a dozen friends, it turned out that many of them were ready to consider this system specifically for home use. My guesses were confirmed by the manufacturer Aqualeya, who claims that more than 50% of orders are for home connections.

Indeed, in addition to the main functionality - automatic tank replenishment - Aqualey can significantly reduce the space occupied by a coffee machine, which is especially important in home kitchens.

On the one hand, if the tank is reached from above, then this requires space above the coffee machine. When installing Aqualei, there is no need for it. But not really, the grains need to be filled in.

Feint in another. By using the system, you are decoupled from the volume of the water tank. That is, even if there are 10 consumers, you do not need to buy a coffee machine with a large water tank and can limit yourself to at least a liter! Examples right away: the same Melitta Varianza, several other Melitta models, .

And finally, the financial aspect - many are considering the option of buying built-in coffee machines precisely because of their autonomy. But in the end they refuse such an acquisition - built-in equipment is very expensive. And with Aqualey, you can get almost all the benefits of a flush installation without breaking the bank.

The Aqualey kit for connecting a coffee machine to a water supply or filter can be purchased on the official website of the product - http://aqualey.ru/. In the homeland of the device - in St. Petersburg - you can also order turnkey installation of the system. You can ask your questions about use and installation in the comments under this review, and a manufacturer’s representative will answer them.

Publication date: 08/31/2016. Your opinion is important to me. Please rate the material: