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The SPECIAL BAR is a ground coffee dispenser designed to hold and portion pre-ground coffee in high-volume beverage operations. It stores 600 grams of ground coffee and integrates with commercial grinders to allow quick, consistent dosing during service. Baristas operate it in coffee shops, hotel breakfast stations, and catering environments where multiple coffee origins or blends are offered simultaneously.
Commercial Application
The unit sits between the grinder and the espresso machine group head. It eliminates the need for baristas to weigh each dose manually during peak service. Operators fill the hopper with freshly ground coffee, pull the dispensing lever, and transfer a measured dose directly into the portafilter.
Service speed increases when multiple dosers are deployed, each loaded with a different blend or origin. The 600-gram capacity supports approximately 40–50 double shots before refilling. Baristas refill during service lulls or rotate hoppers when switching between espresso profiles.
Key Operational Advantages
- Holds 600 grams of ground coffee in a single hopper
- Integrates with Zodex grinder range and most commercial burr grinders
- Weighs 4.0 kg; footprint of 145 × 310 × 345 mm fits compact bar layouts
- Lever-operated dosing mechanism requires no electrical connection
- CE-certified construction meets UK, EU, USA (NSF), and Canada (CSA) hygiene standards
- Multiple units can be installed side-by-side for blend rotation workflows
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model / SKU | SPECIAL BAR |
| Certification | Meets commercial kitchen hygiene and safety standards applicable to CE (UK & EU), NSF (USA) and CSA (Canada) requirements. |
| Weight | 4.0 kg (8.8 lbs) |
Construction & Build Quality
The hopper and dispenser body are manufactured from food-grade materials compliant with commercial kitchen hygiene standards. The lever mechanism is spring-loaded and operates without electronic components. All contact surfaces are designed for daily cleaning protocols in line with CE, NSF, and CSA requirements.
- Food-grade hopper material; no residual taste transfer between blends
- Spring-loaded lever dosing mechanism; no motor or electrical supply required
- Removable hopper assembly for end-of-shift cleaning
- Compact 145 mm width allows installation in tight bar configurations
Suitable Operations
- Coffee shops
- Hotel breakfast services
- Restaurants
- Office canteens
- Catering businesses
Procurement & Support
TurcoBazaar supplies Zodex commercial coffee equipment from its UK distribution hub. Shipping is available to the UK mainland, Europe, USA, Canada, Middle East, and African markets. Units are dispatched within 1–3 working days for in-stock inventory.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What hopper capacity is required for a 200-cover breakfast service?
A: A 600-gram hopper yields approximately 40–50 double espresso doses. A 200-cover service with 60% coffee uptake requires three hopper refills or deployment of multiple SPECIAL BAR units. Operators typically stage two units per service station.
Q: Does the dispenser require connection to a water supply or electrical circuit?
A: No. The SPECIAL BAR operates via a spring-loaded mechanical lever. It requires no electrical connection, water line, or compressed air. Baristas pull the lever to release a dose into the portafilter.
Q: Can the unit dispense directly into single and double portafilter baskets?
A: Yes. The dispensing chute accommodates standard 58 mm and 54 mm portafilter diameters. Dose volume is controlled by lever stroke length and can be adjusted for single or double shot requirements.
Q: What cleaning protocol is recommended for multi-blend operations?
A: Remove the hopper at the end of each service day. Wash with warm water and commercial detergent, then air-dry. When switching blends during service, purge residual grounds by dispensing two doses before use.
Q: Is the unit covered by a commercial warranty for café installation?
A: Zodex provides a 12-month spare parts warranty covering mechanical defects in the lever assembly and hopper. Wear items such as seals and springs are replaced at cost after the warranty period. TurcoBazaar coordinates spare parts dispatch.