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Grindmaster 1.5 gallon Vacuum Insulated Shuttle with Stand
This 1.5 vacuum insulated shuttle comes with the stand attached. It has a Brew-Thru® lid and maintains a perfect coffee holding temperature. It is NSF approved. The stainless steel exterior and interior and are adaptable to most large volume commercial coffee makers. The compact design offers easier mobility. This Shuttle with the stand attached has a 1.5 gal capacity with a temperature retention loss of only 4°F after 2 hours and a loss of 8°F after 5 hrs. The outside surface is made of stainless steel and black glossy plastic. The inside liner is entirely stainless steel. The faucet clearance is 7.2” (18 cm) when placed on the stand.
The dimensions of this Grindmaster vacuum insulated shuttle are 22.5” high by 9.5” wide by 16.5”deep. It is 10 pounds and is NSF listed.
Toastess Black and Stainless Steel Coffee and Spice Grinder
This marvelous electric grinder is great for grinding coffee beans, spices, and more. It has a 1.8 ounce (50-grams) capacity and a powerful, yet quiet motor. The Toastess Coffee and Spice Grinder features a powerful yet quiet motor that unobtrusively grinds coffee beans and spices while your other appliances whirr and whine in the background. Its fast blade speeds grind quickly and uniformly without burning the coffee beans or any spice you would like to grind in just a few seconds. This grinder has pulse control so you can grind your coffee beans or spices to the exact grind you want from coarse to fine. With a clear plastic domed top, you can see inside the bowl to check if the beans or spices are ground to your satisfaction. It also has an auto shut-off for safety and a convenient cord wrap in the base of the grinder.
A safety mechanism prevents the machine from operating unless the lid is properly shut. A lock and unlock icon indicates whether the lid is in its right position. This avoids beans and spices flying all over the place if accidentally started before the lid is on.
To keep your table or counter uncluttered, a cord wrap is provided. Standing at a shade over eight inches with a diameter of approximately four inches, the TCG-357 is not a huge appliance. With its brushed stainless steel case that is accented with black plastic, it actually looks sleek. You can leave it standing next to your coffeemaker or spice racks, ready to do its job whenever you run out of coffee or spice grounds.
The model TCG-357 measures 4.2 inches wide by 4.2 inches deep by 8.29 inches high. It weighs 2 pounds and comes with a 1 year warranty.
Toastess Black Coffee Tea & Hot Chocolate Maker 1 Cup with Mug
The attractive and very popular one cup Toastess black coffee, tea and hot chocolate maker comes with a 10 oz. ceramic mug and is perfect for people on the go. It also comes with a 4.5 star rating from almost 100 consumer reviews. It quickly boils up a little over 1.5 quarts of hot water for tea, hot chocolate, soups and more. This stylish coffee maker is a 1500 watt cordless electric jug kettle with a permanent nylon coffee filter; thus, no more paper filters needed. The Toastess coffee maker has an illuminated On/Off switch, a water level window and comes with and a scoop for enhanced usage. This hand-washable coffee maker is perfect for home, motorhome or small office use. The opening fits a variety of mug sizes. This kettle does not have an automatic shutoff. Always turn off the switch when the water boils.
The dimensions of this coffee tea & hot chocolate maker are 9.1″ high by 6.1″wide and 5.8″deep. It comes with a full one year warranty.
Toastess Cordless Electric Jug Kettle
Want instant hot water in the most economical way? The Toastess 1.7 quart cordless electric jug kettle boils water faster than a microwave or stove top and 40% more economically. This kettle has advanced heating technology that includes a concealed element that permits fast and easy cleaning. The concealed element eliminates lime buildup on the heating element and also eliminates lime buildup in the kettle as well.
The electric jug kettle quickly boils 2 cups to 1.67 quarts of water. The water-level gauge lets you know exactly how much water is in the kettle and the removable Aquascreen filter keeps unwanted particles from your water. The snap-close lid assures no spills of hot water when pouring. This cordless jug kettle has an auto shut-off when water boils, when it is removed from power base, or when it is plugged in and is dry. A cord wrap is in the base to keep the counter clear.
This cordless jug kettle has an auto shut-off when water boils, when it is removed from power base, or when it is plugged in and is dry. A cord wrap is in the base to keep the counter clear.
The Toastess model TJK471 cordless electric jug kettle is 9.34 inches high by 8 inches wide by 7.66 inches deep. This jug kettle weighs less than 4 pounds and comes with a one year warranty.
Nesco Electric Water Kettle
The Nesco electric water kettle heats eight cups of water faster and more efficiently than on the stove top or in the microwave. It also uses up to 40% less energy than stove top kettles boiling the same amount of water. This makes them truly energy efficient. Heat water for dry soup mix, pasta, blanching vegetables, hot cereal, hot beverages, Jell-O and anything else that needs boiling water. The concealed heating element is covered by stainless steel in the base that keeps lime from building up. The 360º rotational base on the bottom part of the water kettle base has a cord storage area. This model WK64 has dual water level indicators, one on each side of the kettle where the water is visible. The water is illuminated from the kettle interior while the kettle is in operation. This water kettle also has an auto shut-off for total safety and a water filter that is removable and washable for convenience. Additional features include stay cool handle, drip free pouring spout, maximum fill indicator. This 8 cup capacity kettle is easy to clean and offers a one touch on / off switch.
The Nesco electric water kettle has a 4+ star rating, a truly energy efficient water kettle and all the great features at a low cost. What more could want in an 8 cup water kettle? This tea kettle runs on standard 120 volts and pulls 1500 watts. The dimensions of this kettle are 8.6 deep inches (includes handle and spout) by 7.3 inches wide by 10.8 inches high and it weighs 3.1 pounds.
Nesco Coffee Bean Roaster Deluxe Pro
The Nesco® Coffee Bean Roaster is a coffee enthusiast’s dream, bringing the freshness and quality of roasting fresh gourmet coffee to your home. It is the beginning of a new era in coffee history and a major step in the return of great tasting coffee to your home. This coffee bean roaster can roast coffee beans in 20 to 30 minutes. Create your own signature coffee or coffees from your favorite beans or bean combinations. Once you achieve a wide range of distinct flavors you like to roast up at 1/3 of a pound at a time, you will experience the flavor of fresh gourmet coffee roasted you may want to share with everyone you know.
The advanced patented catalytic technology significantly reduces smoke and odors. Remember whole beans are freshest when roasted within 10 days. When buying a variety of beans, it is okay to freeze then for a short period of several months. This Roaster is easy to use, but be sure to read the directions first. One reviewer said: “The Nesco coffee roaster is very easy to use and once you determine what coffee to roast and what level to roast it to you will have fresh coffee that will be hard to beat.” If you only drink espresso coffee on the week-ends, try roasting on Thursday or Friday and roast just enough for the week-end. Try 20 minutes for about 100 grams of coffee beans, which makes about 36 cups of coffee. This amount is for the regular roast fill line; for dark roast fill to the dark roast line. If some chaff escapes to the counter, just brush it or vacuum it away
This five star rated Nesco coffee bean roaster runs on 120 volt circuit at 60 Hz, pulls up to 800 watts and is UL listed. The dimensions this Nesco coffee bean roaster are 14.5 by 10.5 by 14 inches and weighs 9 pounds.
Grindmaster Shuttle Airpot Brewer P300E
This Single Shuttle brewer has a brew light, stainless brew basket and a radiant heat, air-insulated 1-1/2 gallon model CS-LL shuttle that makes transporting easy and keeps coffee fresh and hot four up to four hours. The legs are stainless steel. A hot water faucet is on the left of front face of the brewer. The P300 is a compact size of 9 inches wide and takes up very little counter space. There are many options available with the brewer including a warmer that is 7.5 inches tall or a warmer that is 11.5 inches tall. When serving a large number of people a 3 liter, 101 ounce, airpot for serving is available.
This shuttle airpot brewer from Grindmaster comes with one shuttle and uses: 120/240 volts, 6600W/24A with CS-LL Shuttle included. The voltage without the shuttle is: 120/208 volts, 5000W/24A. The dimensions of this brewer are: 28″high x 9″wide x 23.5″ deep and has a shipping weight of 55 pounds. This Grindmaster P300E shuttle airpot brewer carries the following listings: UL, NSF, CSA and comes with a one year parts and one year labor warranty.
Saeco Syntia Focus Super Automatic Espresso Machine
A powerful super automatic espresso machine in one compact frame, the Saeco Syntia Focus was created to maximize user convenience. With its high-end innovative Tri-color LED display Interface and technology you can choose from 6.5 to 10.5 grams of coffee to customize your beverage strength and aroma, as well as one-touch functions. The Syntia Focus is well equipped to deliver café quality beverages quickly and easily. This Saeco model is anchored by a ceramic disc grinder and an airtight, anti-UV, 8 ounce bean hopper to prevent any damage to the beans. But, if you prefer, an integrated bypass doser will let you brew using pre-ground coffee, which will come in handy if you’re an occasional decaf drinker. Simply use the bypass doser for decaf coffee and the grinder for regular beans, or vice versa, to keep your coffee varieties separate and to ensure pure beverages. Set the pre-brew cycle on, off or prolong it to control the aroma of your espresso. The pre-infusion cycle is designed to saturate coffee grounds before the brewing process begins to extract more flavor and aroma of your coffee. The longer the pre-infusion, the more flavorful and aromatic your espresso will be. Single shot or double-shot espressos are just a push one touch away. Both drink buttons can be programmed to brew the desired coffee volume and the machine will remember your preferences for future use.
A control knob, located on the front panel of machine lets you alternate between steaming and frothing and dispensing hot water without any down time. Once you’ve extracted the perfect shot, the Syntia Focus has a Pannarello steam wand attachment to allow you to top it off with rich, creamy milk for lattes and cappuccinos. The Saeco Syntia Focus has a height adjustable coffee dispenser to allow you to fit a wide variety of cup sizes under the spouts. Brew into a small espresso cup or larger coffee mug, the choice is yours.
This super automatic machine has a modern metal and plastic exterior, with a jet black body and LED digital display; it is sure to standout in any kitchen. It’s also a cinch to keep your machine in ideal operating condition, as the Syntia Focus comes with a removable brew that is accessible from the front. Just rinse it running water to remove coffee deposits. The Saeco Syntia Focus group also has a removable 40 ounce water tank that has an integrated Intenza water filter to remove various impurities and minerals from your tap water. This helps your beverages taste nice and fresh while protecting the machine from scale buildup at the same time.
This Syntia Focus super automatic espresso machine runs on a 120 volt 15 amp circuit. The size of the Syntia Focus is 12.5″ high by 10.5″ wide x 16″ deep, weighs 20 pounds and comes with a Saeco one year extended warranty.
Saeco Odea Go Eclipse
The Saeco Odea Go Eclipse is one of four super automatic espresso machines that have been redesigned at BMW Designworks USA. Like its counter parts, it is a work of art on any counter and artistically makes your favorite coffee. The heart is the Saeco Aroma system that injects the grounds with hot water from the stainless steel boiler prior to the brewing cycle to ensure that you extract the maximum flavor with every drink. For traditional brewed espresso just switch the Saeco Aroma system off, and then switch it back whenever you please. The Odea Go precisely grinds coffee beans by a ceramic grinder at one of 5 different grinder settings. After the grinder the coffee is tamped and brewed at 15 bar of pressure a thick crema is produced with every brew. The used puck is then ejected into the dreg drawer, which holds 14 pucks. The unit is ready to brew another drink for up to 14 brews. If you decide to incorporate milk with your drink, it can be quickly steamed or frothed with the use of the Pannarello wand. The wand produces steam in 3 directions allowing maximum frothing. The Odea Go Eclipse makes this a simpler machine to use with a Giro interface with indicator lights.
This Odea Go Eclipse has a hot water dispenser that can be used for tea or instant drinks. It weighs 19 pounds, is 11.5″wide x 15″deep x 14.5″high and is housed in a gray-silver ABS plastic. The drip tray is plastic as well.
Added Note: The Odea Go Eclipse super automatic espresso machine that will allow you to create any espresso, latte, Americano, or cappuccino under the sun without being overly complex. This unit is one step below the Giro since it does not have the Rapid steam boiler or the opti-dose system. This unit is one step above the Vienna line, which uses up to 1500 watts of power supply versus the 1250 of the Vienna. This unit is exactly the same as the Go it only has a different finish which is all black.
Grindmaster Precision Brew Decanter AGP-2.5
The AGP vacuum insulated gravity container is specifically made for use with the Precision Brew model B-DGP as shown above. The AGP-2.5 gravity airpot allows people to serve themselves by placing a cup under the airpot, and simply opening the spigot, which is very simple.
This 2.5 liter thermally insulated gravity container keeps 86 ounces, about 16 cups, of beverages either hot or cold for 6 to 8 hours. The brew-thru lid helps keep the coffee within ±1°F of brewed temperature. Airpots should be preheated prior to use by filling with hot water (either using the hot-water spigot on the machine, or by doing a first “empty” brew cycle) and then emptying the water.
Not only is the use of thermal airpots more energy efficient than keeping coffee warm on a hotplate, but the coffee in a thermal airpot will not continue to “cook” as on a hot plate, so it will retain its original full-bodied flavor without becoming bitter, and without boiling dry.
The dimensions for this specific Grindmaster gravity container are 16.75″ by 7.875” in diameter. Each gravity container weighs 6 pounds.