PROBAT Tino Coffee Roaster: 800-1200g Commercial Machine

If you’ve ever wondered how specialty coffee roasters achieve consistent, high-quality batches at scale—without compromising control or flavor—the answer often lies in the machinery. For decades, commercial roasters have trusted German-built equipment built to handle consistent heat, airflow, and durability under heavy use. One name consistently at the center of that trust is PROBAT.

The PROBAT Tino is a commercial-grade coffee roaster built for batch sizes between 800g and 1200g, designed to deliver uniform roasts with minimal operator intervention. It’s part of PROBAT’s decades-long legacy of engineering precision roasting equipment, starting back in 1868 in Germany.

Why PROBAT Became a Coffee Roasting Standard

The story begins in 1864 in Emmerich, Germany. Alexius van Gulpen, a pioneer coffee bean merchant, wanted to share freshly roasted beans with retailers beyond his local area. His challenge? Finding a high-capacity roaster that could keep up. That need led him to collaborate with local engineer Theodor von Gimborn. After four years of development, the pair introduced the first high-capacity coffee roaster in 1868. This marked the birth of what would become PROBAT.

By 1880, the company was selling over 600 roasters annually. By 1900, that number hit 50,000 units. The 100,000th unit sold in 1938, and the company officially became PROBAT-Werke. To this day, 80% of its sales come from exports to more than 60 countries.

How the PROBAT Tino Delivers Consistent Roasts

The Tino model is part of PROBAT’s small-batch commercial series. It utilizes a drum system that rotates on multiple axes—front to back, side to side—with specially designed internal blades. This ensures constant agitation of the coffee beans, promoting even heat distribution throughout the roast.

Heat application is carefully balanced: 30% comes from direct conductive and radiant heat, while 70% is supplied by hot air. The rotating drum is wrapped in insulating material to retain heat, improving thermal stability and reducing temperature fluctuations. This design helps roasters achieve repeatable results with minimal adjustment between batches.

In addition to the roaster itself, PROBAT offers a wide range of optional equipment, including lab testing tools, green coffee grading systems, and exhaust gas handling. These add-ons allow commercial roasters to fine-tune every element of their process.

PROBAT’s Full Range of Coffee Roasting Equipment

While the Tino handles batches between 800g–1200g, PROBAT manufactures a full spectrum of roasting machines:

• PROBAT SATURN: Centrifugal roasters with capacities from 32kg to 640kg per batch.
• PROBAT JUPITER: Tangential (cutting-style) roasters ranging from 50kg to 750kg.
• PROBAT NEPTUNE: Traditional drum roasters with batch sizes from 80kg to 640kg.
• PROBAT COLOMBO NOVA: Drum roasters for 120kg to 500kg batches.
• PROBAT BASIC: General-use drum roasters with capacity from 150kg to 450kg.
• PROBAT Specialty Series: Small-batch roasters for 1kg to 50kg, ideal for single-origin and micro-lot roasting.

All models above 5kg can be connected to computer systems to monitor and record roast profiles or enable automated roasting control. This makes it easier for roasters to replicate successful profiles and maintain consistency across large operations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the PROBAT Tino used for?

The PROBAT Tino is a commercial coffee roaster designed for batch sizes between 800g and 1200g. It’s used by specialty coffee roasters who require consistent, high-volume roasting with precise control over heat and airflow.

How does the PROBAT Tino ensure even roasting?

The Tino uses a multi-axis rotating drum with internal blades that keep coffee beans in constant motion. Heat is applied through a mix of 30% conductive/radiant heat and 70% hot air, ensuring even heat distribution throughout the roast cycle.

What makes PROBAT roasters different from other brands?

PROBAT has over 150 years of experience engineering roasting equipment. Their machines are known for durability, thermal stability, and minimal user intervention. Many feature insulated drums, precise heat control, and optional computerized profiling.

Can the Tino roast different types of coffee beans?

Yes. The Tino is suitable for roasting a wide range of coffee beans, including single origins, blends, and specialty lots. Its design supports consistent results regardless of bean origin or processing method.

Does PROBAT offer equipment beyond just roasters?

Yes. PROBAT also manufactures coffee bean grading systems, lab testing tools, and exhaust gas handling equipment. These accessories help roasters manage quality and safety throughout the roasting process.

Is the Tino suitable for small specialty roasteries?

Absolutely. With a batch size of 800g–1200g, the Tino is ideal for specialty roasters wanting commercial reliability without large-volume overhead. It’s a popular choice for craft-focused shops scaling up production.

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