All About Coffee Printers

The coffee printer is a kind of food printing equipment. It is used for drawing pictures on the surface of coffee, melted ice cream, all kinds of desserts and cocktails prepared on the basis of milk. Before buying such a device, it is important to understand the principles of its functioning, to find out which manufacturers are considered the best.

Creation of patterns on coffee crema is a whole art. Bars and cafes specifically employ a barista artist to attract customers.

This technique entered mass implementation not so long ago. At first, the owners of catering establishments were wary of her. But visitors to bars and cafes greeted the novelty with delight. Coffee printers are now used in high-end restaurants and budget student coffee shops.

Color printing on beverages is hugely popular.

The first modifications of the equipment had the ability to create extremely monochrome pictures, but the technique was improved. Modern printers can easily print full-color images.

For this reason, images are created on milk foam or ice cream.

The printing materials are coffee extracts or colorants used for food purposes.

A layout is required to create pictures. The software of the coffee printer provides a database of images, but to get an exclusive ornament, you need to provide your own pattern or photo.

The principle of operation of this technique is identical to that of a classic printer.

They are usually classified by subject matter. Some versions provide the ability to edit images, for example, add funny inscriptions.

There are modifications of coffee printers, in which the software is included in the initial package. In others, you have to buy and install it separately.

To decorate a coffee drink with a pattern, certain manipulations must be performed.

1. Prepare coffee according to the classic recipe, it must necessarily have foam.
2. Download the required plot or choose an ornament from the existing database.
3. Place a glass with a drink in the holder of the device.
4. Confirm the selected scene and press "print".

Using a Wi-Fi connection, the picture will be transferred to the device, and then transferred to the surface of the coffee. The pattern is created using a special mixture - it can be coffee extract or a set of dyes used in the food industry. The supply of consumables is made from miniature holes.

Dye cartridges provide full color images. In this way, a photo of the person who ordered it, a logo, an inscription with a love confession, congratulation or just a funny drawing can be applied to the surface of the drink.

The domestic market is mainly represented by coffee printers of Russian and Chinese manufacturers.

Printer by the American manufacturer Ripple. A large team of experienced illustrators works on the creation of original stories. In 2015, the company entered into an agreement with the air carrier Lufthansa on the placement of coffee machines with the option of printing at airports. The device can also be used at home.

The disadvantage of Ripple Maker equipment is a rather large price, about 60 thousand rubles, in addition to this, you will also have to pay for software.

In domestic institutions, budget devices manufactured by Russian firms or made in China are more often used.

The Chinese machine is used to create patterns on drinks with dense foam and small cakes. USB is used to connect to a computer.

A sponge is placed in sealed cartridges; before using the apparatus, it is moistened with a dye from a syringe.

It prints pictures from its database, as well as ornaments and photographs provided by clients. Compatible with containers with a height not exceeding 18 cm, the diameter is set manually via the application. The duration of the work is 10-20 seconds.

The domestic manufacturer produces advanced devices that print on drinks and confectionery products using Wi-Fi technology. On sale there are modifications designed for a different number of cups. The package includes a cartridge, thanks to which you can create 800 patterns. This model is more expensive in comparison with Chinese counterparts, but it has a number of advantages:

• a guarantee from the manufacturer's firm for a period of 12 months;
• certified dyes;
• help in installing software;
• service maintenance.

Easy-to-use device, complete with a cartridge for 800-1200 coffee cups. Allows to apply prints on milk and alcoholic cocktails, beer drinks, coffee foam. The purchase of such a device will help to emphasize the image of the establishment. The printer has a user-friendly interface and ergonomic design.

The approach to choosing a coffee printer should be thoughtful. It is important to purchase equipment that contributes to the successful solution of the assigned tasks.

When choosing the parameters of the coffee machine, you need to be guided by the needs of the business.

1. Analyze how many cups will be printed at the same time... Compact devices only work with one. They are purchased by small establishments, mobile cafes.
2. Decide on the number of colors... The simplest modifications print in only one color scheme. Advanced devices delight the eye with colorful images.

For catering establishments, purchasing a coffee printer can become a serious competitive advantage. Practice shows that more people go to cafes and bars where there is such a device.

Many food service owners say that after installing coffee printers, they have increased attendance and, accordingly, profits.

A coffee machine with the option of printing patterns on the surface of drinks and desserts can become a highlight of the coffee shop. The purchase of such equipment in most cases quickly pays off.

For an overview of the Cafe Maker coffee printer, see the video.