Industrial coffee roaster for large scale production

Enhance your coffee’s aroma and flavor profile with an industrial solution designed to support high-volume roasting operations, offering versatility in roast intensity and sustainable processing through advanced energy recovery and modular design.

Roasts and Optimizes Coffee Bean Aroma

The NEPTUNE 1000/4000 Drum Roaster from PROBAT SE combines over 150 years of drum roasting expertise with cutting-edge technology to provide superior coffee roasting solutions. Known for its flexibility and sustainability, this series is tailored for coffee roasting companies and industrial coffee producers aiming for high-volume operations. The drum roaster features an adjustable roasting time between 6 to 20 minutes and can process 1,000 to 4,000 kg per hour, accommodating batch sizes from 110 to 880 kg. Equipped with a high-performance recirculation system and modular exhaust air treatment, it ensures maximum energy efficiency and reduced emissions. Automated by the PILOT 2020 control system, the roaster allows precise adjustments and data analysis to maintain consistent coffee quality. Constructed with a hygienic design, its components are easily accessible and facilitate rapid cleaning and maintenance, enhancing operational uptime. Available in natural gas, propane, and hydrogen heating options, the NEPTUNE series meets environmental challenges while delivering aromatic diversity in coffee products like espresso beans and specialty blends.

Benefits

  • Enhances production efficiency with high throughput of up to 4,000 kg/hour.
  • Minimizes energy costs and emissions with advanced recirculation and energy recovery systems.
  • Ensures consistent product quality with advanced control systems that adapt to variable conditions.
  • Reduces maintenance downtime and costs with easy-to-clean, hygienic design.
  • Supports sustainable operations with flexible fuel options including hydrogen.

General


Applications
Coffee beans,Coffee products
End products
Flavored coffee blends,Cold brew coffee concentrate,Specialty single-origin coffee packets,Filter coffee grounds,Instant coffee powder,Espresso beans,Turkish coffee grounds
Steps before
Green coffee selection,Grinding,Sorting,Weighing,Preheating,Batch preparation
Steps after
Cooling,Sieving,Quality control,Packaging,Storage,Distribution
Input ingredients
green coffee beans,natural gas,propane,hydrogen
Output ingredients
roasted coffee beans,exhaust air
Market info
Probat is renowned for its expertise in manufacturing coffee processing equipment, particularly coffee roasters. The company has a strong reputation for engineering solutions in industrial coffee roasting, blending, and grinding technology.

Technical Specifications


Roasting time
6–20 minutes
Roasting capacity
1,000 kg/h (NEPTUNE 1000),4,000 kg/h (NEPTUNE 4000)
Batch size
110–220 kg (NEPTUNE 1000),440–880 kg (NEPTUNE 4000)
Heating
Natural gas,propane,hydrogen
Control system
PILOT 2020 ROASTER
Energy recovery
Heat energy recovery systems
Exhaust air treatment
Modular system
Flexibility
Modular design
Automation
Yes,with web-based application

Operating Characteristics


Roasting time range
6–20 min
Batch size capacity
110–220 kg / 440–880 kg
Heating source
Natural gas,propane,hydrogen
Automation level
PILOT 2020 ROASTER control system
Recirculation system
Included
Modular exhaust air treatment system
Included
Energy efficiency
High-performance cyclones
Flexibility in aroma development
Extended roasting time and batch size range
Maintenance accessibility
Easy due to relocated maintenance points and inspection openings
Cleanability
Cleaning-friendly design
Contamination prevention
Hygienic and geometric design
Alternative energy source compatibility
Hydrogen version available
User interface
Web-based application

Physical Characteristics


Machine footprint
Compact,space-efficient design
Drum size
110–880 kg batch capacity
Discharge method
Automatic with modular exhaust system
Control panel type
Web-based application with intuitive HMI
Modular design
Available flexibility and easy maintenance
Cleaning-friendly design
Simplified accessibility
Heating
Natural gas,propane,hydrogen

Custom Options


Control panel type
PILOT 2020 ROASTER HMI
Integration possibilities
Web-based application
Heating options
Natural gas,propane,hydrogen
Modular design
Yes
Energy source flexibility
Alternative energy sources capability
Cleanability design
Cleaning-friendly parts and components