08-01-2018
THE WCE‘s OFFICIAL GRINDER SPONSORS 2018 - 2020
The WCE’s international coffee competitions are amazing platforms for the global specialty coffee community to grow, to develop, to inspire and to get inspired. The members of the HEMRO Group
enjoyed supporting the World Barista Championships and the World Latte Art Championships during the course of the past decade and are absolutely motivated to enlarge their engagement for the
upcoming seasons in 2018-2020. The competitors deserve nothing but the best equipment to support them in performing on a global stage. That’s why Mahlkönig, Ditting and Anfim are committed to
providing the most recent coffee grinder models as well as brand new innovations that get launched during the next sponsorship season.
The commitment starts backstage - behind the scenes and the sponsor banners. The grinder sponsors appreciate their friendships with professional baristas from all over the world as a valuable
source of inspiration and motivation to further develop their products according to the most recent requirements and trends. They listen and learn from any short talk, any workshop and any
competition warm-up alike.
They will provide the grinders – but not only the grinders: their worldwide distribution and service partner network provides local support for all customers and has offered valuable technical
and logistical support during the course of the past sponsorship seasons. The HEMRO Group’s global partner network is excited about the chance to continue supporting the upcoming events, too.
Together they will ensure that the competitors on stage can focus on their thrilling and inspiring presentations, without having to worry about the grinding equipment.
The HEMRO Group’s comprehensive portfolio includes domestic, espresso and shop grinders as well as industrial grinding solutions and individually customizable built-in grinders for OEM projects
of any performance class. Based on their broad experiences and on their unique coffee grinding expertise, they have decided to support the following three world championships, each one with
individually perfect coffee grinders that match the competitions’ diverse requirements:
WORLD BARISTA CHAMPIONSHIPS & WORLD COFFEE IN GOOD SPIRITS – sponsored by MAHLKÖNIG
The German grinder manufacturer Mahlkönig has supported national as well as international barista competitions and promoted events and workshops around the globe since their early beginnings – as
showcasing and sharing knowledge is the best way to enhance the awareness of specialty coffee and of the barista scene. With over 90 years of experience and with an genuine dedication to coffee,
Mahlkönig developed the most favored espresso grinders in the world: the K30, the PEAK and the EK43. In 2009 Mahlkönig became the official grinder sponsor of the World Barista Championship for
the first time and is committed to continue sponsoring the upcoming seasons of the World Barista Championships with the PEAK and EK43(S).
WORLD LATTE ART CHAMPIONSHIPS – sponsored by ANFIM
Being creative and accurate at the same time to prepare a unique and inspiring coffee experience – that is what the World Latte Art Championship is all about. When the audience is banned by the
amazing artworks made out of espresso and milk, you can literally feel the love for coffee in the air. Anfim’s team in Milan shares this love and has always used its technical expertise to create
the most efficient, reliable and accurate espresso grinders to support baristas from all over the world in grinding their specialty coffees. The sponsorship of the World Latte Art Championships
2015 - 2017 has been a great honor and an exciting challenge for Anfim, sponsoring a world competition for the first time.
Anfim is committed to continue sponsoring the upcoming seasons of the World Latte Art Championships with the SPII Special Performance.
WORLD BREWERS CUP – sponsored by DITTING
Ditting stands for Swiss precision down to the last detail. Profound scientific analysis and an extensive evaluation of the customer’s needs formed the foundation the product development for the
804 series, a coffee shop grinder model that is known to provide accurate consistent grinding – the perfect match for pour overs. Which is why the 804 became the grinder of choice during many
regional as well as World Brewers Cup competitions and contributed to a lot of winning performances. After several sponsorships of local barista and Brewers Cup competitions, Ditting is now
committed to start sponsoring the upcoming seasons of the World Brewers Cup with the 804.
09-06-2017
ESPRESSO GRINDERS FOR ANY WORKLOAD:
ANFIM SHOWCASES ITS PORTFOLIO AT THE WORLD OF COFFEE IN BUDAPEST
The number of professional baristas using Anfim grinders keeps rising at fast pace, as their contribution to a clean taste inside the cup is widely appreciated. The product range of the traditional plant, located in the heart of Milan / Italy, contains premium domestic grinders, the most accurate doser grinders as well as top heavy duty on demand models.
During the World of Coffee in Budapest, Anfim is about to present its powerful on-demand model SCODY-II as well as the magnificent sponsor grinder of the World Latte Art Championships, the SP-II
Special Performance.
Furthermore, the brand new CAIMANO II has just recently enhanced Anfim’s portfolio, providing the trusted grinding technology of the Italian manufacturer combined with a stepless grind
adjustment, silent and cool grinding and an elegant design. Anfim experiences the exciting
traditional Italian espresso culture as is a vital part of its home, Milan. All the many cafés in town and the passionate baristas who work there, have been an appreciated source of inspiration
for several decades. Spurred by a genuine passion for espresso, the dedicated Anfim team developed a unique espresso grinding expertise. With the mission to provide an espresso
grinder for any set of requirements, Anfim has designed and engineered the CAIMANO II as the perfect fit for espresso bars with a medium daily workload of up to 3 kg coffee
beans.
The CAIMANO II features approved espresso grinding technology combined with the most reliable and accurate Anfim dosers. The stepless grind adjustment enables a perfect setting to the individual
sweet spot of any espresso blend. And its modern elegant body has been shaped to provide a silent and cool grinding.
CAIMANO II
- PRODUCT FEATURES:
• Traditional espresso grinding
• Consistent dosing, shot by shot
• Stepless grind
adjustment
• Easy handling
• Classic but elegant design
Combining both, vivid tradition and functional innovation, the CAIMANO II espresso grinder is about to delight the visitors during the World of Coffee in Budapest live at booth no. E17.
More information about the event:
www.worldofcoffee-budapest.com
20-04-2017
ANFIM SPONSORS THE WORLD LATTE ART CHAMPIONSHIP 2017 AT THE “WORLD OF COFFEE” IN BUDAPEST
In June 2017 Anfim is about to bring its most recent masterpiece directly on stage of the World Latte Art Championships in Budapest: the SP-II Special Performance.
The SP-II enables professional baristas to produce the perfect clean cup with consistently ground espresso beans. Anfim’s top performance espresso grinder model copes with high volume requirements despite running with low rpm maintaining cool grinding temperatures thanks to the active ventilation system.
The stepless grind adjustment feature, the newly introduced automatic start-/stop-function as well as the user-friendly operating software on the new display ensures maximum convenience for the barista. Finally, the exclusive 2-coloured black and white corpus design turns the SP-II Special Performance into a charming eye catcher bringing long-term experiences within genuine Italian espresso culture to any coffee bar.
Ever since its early beginnings, Anfim experienced the exciting traditional Italian espresso culture as is a vital part of its home, Milan. All the many cafés in town and the passionate baristas who work there, have been an appreciated source of inspiration for several decades. Anfim shares the love for espresso and enjoys to make use of its technical expertise to create the most efficient, reliable and accurate espresso grinders supporting baristas from all over the world in grinding their specialty coffees.
Anfim is looking forward to yet another exciting WORLD LATTE ART CHAMPIONSHIPS and to meeting the World of Coffee at the hungexpo in Budapest, 13th – 15th June 2017, at booth E17.
More information about the event:
www.worldlatteart.org
www.worldofcoffee-budapest.com
10-04-2017
MEET ANFIM & MAHLKÖNIG AT SCAA 2017 IN SEATTLE.
DISCOVER OUR RECENT ESPRESSO GRINDING HIGHLIGHTS.
From April 21st to 23rd 2017, Seattle is going to turn into the hot spot of the American coffee industry. The Washington State Convention Centre is about to welcome green coffee traders, roasters, equipment producers and shop owners for trend scouting and networking. The comprehensive event program features lectures and workshops to enhance your knowledge as well as the exciting United States Barista, Brewers Cup, Cup Tasters and Roasters Championships.
The product range of Anfim’s traditional plant, located in the heart of Milan /
Italy, contains premium domestic grinders, the most accurate doser grinders as well as top heavy duty on demand models. In Seattle, Anfim is about to present its powerful on-demand model
SCODY-II and the magnificent sponsor grinder of the World Latte Art Championships, the SP-II Special Performance.
Learn more about the SP II by downloading the product folder.
You are welcome to meet Anfim & Mahlkönig at booth-no. 1236!
13-10-2016
Anfim’s new brand new Caimano II shows up - meet the Hemro Group at TriestEspresso 2016!
From October 20th to 22nd 2016, edition no. 8 of TriestEspresso is going to turn into the hot spot of the international coffee industry once more. The ancient warehouses at the city centre of Trieste, where coffee had been stored and traded even some hundred years ago, welcome exhibitors and visitors from all around the world for trend scouting and networking.
This year’s TriestEspresso will be the stage for the Hemro Group to present its broad range of grinding solutions, including Mahlkönig’s famous EK43 and as well as a new version of the DK15 industrial grinder. The top highlights at the booth will be presented by Anfim:
The espresso grinders of Anfim have continued to conquer the world of coffee during the last years. The number of professional baristas using an Anfim grinder keeps rising at fast pace, since the clean taste in the cup they produce is widely appreciated. The product range of the traditional plant, located in the heart of Milan / Italy, contains premium domestic grinders, the most accurate doser grinders as well as top heavy duty on demand models. In Trieste, Anfim is about to present its powerful on-demand model SCODY-II and the magnificent sponsor grinder of the World Latte Art Championships, the SP-II Special Performance. On top of this, the brand new Caimano II will be showcased for the first time. This new espresso grinder model features the approved grinding technology of the Italian manufacturer - combined with a stepless grind adjustment, silent and cool grinding and an elegant design.
Visitors are welcome to meet the Anfim & Mahlkönig at the Hemro Group’s booth - no. 18 in hall no. 27.
10-10-2016
MEET THE HEMRO GROUP FROM 17 - 20 OCTOBER 2016
AT PIR IN MOSCOW!
The Hemro Group’s local partner MaDiAn proudly presents the World Brewers Cup Champion 2014, Stefanos Domatiotis as our special guest at the PIR in Moscow. The passionate professional barista, certified judge and trainer will share some of his profound knowledge and comprehensive experiences with the visitors.
Anfim’s SCODY II will be one of the top product highlights of the show. This grind-on-demand model enables the most accurate calibration with its stepless grind adjustment. Its active ventilation system maintains low temperatures inside the grinder, preserving the espresso beans’ precious unique aroma. With the automatic start/stop activation switch, the SCODY II is the perfect choice for every coffee bar where an optimal workflow plays an essential role. With a grinding capacity of 2 to 3 kg per day this grinder is the perfect choice for medium daily workloads. Coffee shops owners who are in need of higher capacities up to 6 kg per day may check out Anfim’s SP450 or SPII Special Performance.
08-04-2016
ANFIM SPONSORED THE WORLD LATTE ART CHAMPIONSHIP 2016 AT HOTELEX, SHANGHAI
In March 2016 Anfim brought its most recent masterpiece directly on stage of the World Latte Art Championships: the SP-II Special Performance.
Being creative and accurate at the same time to prepare a unique and inspiring coffee experience – that is what the World Latte Art Championship is all about. When the audience is banned by the amazing artworks made out of espresso and milk, you can literally feel the love for coffee in the air. Anfim shares this love and has always used its technical expertise to create the most efficient, reliable and accurate espresso grinders supporting baristas from all over the world in grinding their specialty coffees. As the proud official espresso grinder of the World Latte Art Championships 2015 - 2017 Anfim provided the brand new SP-II Special Performance for the artists competing in Shanghai this year.
The SP-II enchants baristas by producing the perfect clean cup, coping with high volume requirements despite running with low rpm maintaining cool grinding temperatures thanks to the ventilation system. The stepless grind adjustment feature, the newly introduced automatic start-/stop-function as well as the user-friendly operating software on the new display ensures maximum convenience for the barista. Finally the exclusive 2-coloured black and white corpus design turns the SP-II Special Performance into a charming eye catcher bringing long-term experiences within genuine Italian espresso culture to any coffee bar.
ANFIM congratulates the World Latte Art Champion 2016 - Um Paul from South Korea. And thanks to all other competitors for sharing their passion for coffee and their great latte art with us during the amazing event in Shanghai. We are already looking forward to the next season in 2017!
01-03-2016
THE HEMRO GROUP SHOWCASES INNOVATIONS FOR THE FUTURE OF COFFEE GRINDING AT THE INTERNORGA 2016 IN HAMBURG
From March 11th to 16th, 2016, Hamburg welcomes the hospitality industry to a brand new edition of the Internorga, one of Europe’s leading foodservice shows. At this year’s Internorga the Hemro Group is going to provide exclusive views into the future of coffee grinding by presenting fascinating new models and grinding solutions.
Anfim presents a new masterpiece: the SP-II Special PERFORMANCE: This espresso grinder enchants baristas by producing the perfect clean cup, coping with high volume requirements despite running with low rpm maintaining cool grinding temperatures. The stepless grind adjustment feature, the newly introduced automatic start-/stop-function as well as the user-friendly operating software on the new display ensures maximum convenience for the barista. Finally the exclusive 2-coloured corpus design turns the SP-II Special Performance into a charming eye catcher bringing long-term experiences within genuine Italian espresso culture to your coffee bar.
You are invited to experience the SP-II SPECIAL PERFORMANCE live at Internorga 2016 – hall B2.EG, booth 201.
16-12-2015
SERVICE MOVIES FOR ALL BRANDS OF THE HEMRO GROUP
As cleaning the coffee grinder regularly plays an important role to a continuous reliable performance, so does the professional service. For example, as the grinding discs reach a certain degree of wear they need to be exchanged. For these cases and of course for repairs in case of damages, the technicians of our partners participate in intense trainings at Mahlkönig, Ditting and Anfim. Furthermore with our service movies we provide detailed step-by-step instructions being available at any time. These movies are designated to support our service partners for preparing upcoming maintenances as well as a help for repairs.
While these service movies have already been available for Mahlkönig, by the beginning of 2016 we finally also provide them for Ditting and Anfim as well, to support our service partners.
You as our customer can rely on the best professional service for your coffee grinder from the Hemro Group. Enjoy always individually perfect ground coffee with Mahlkönig, Ditting & Anfim.
16-12-2015
THE HEMRO GROUP AT HOST 2015
At host 2015 in Milan the Hemro Group showcased its broad portfolio, including some exciting brand-new innovations. Driven by the passion for the perfect cup of coffee, the three coffee grinder manufacturers Mahlkönig, Ditting and Anfim have focussed on developing and optimizing premium coffee grinding solutions for many decades. By now their coffee grinding expertise is absolutely unique and unmatched within the industry.
The modern designed booth of the Hemro Group presenting the most recent highlights of each brand caught the interest of a huge audience. Overall more than 150’000 visitors (40% from abroad) turned host 2015 in Milan into the capital of hospitality.
The Hemro Group’s new pioneering Grind-By-Weight solution was a top highlight of the entire trade show. Further detailed information about it will be revealed in 2016.
Mahlkönig presented the brand new PEAK espresso grinder for the first time in Europe and also revealed the brand-new EK43 Barista – both will be available in spring 2016.
Ditting showcased its unique built-in grinding technology e.g. the new EK5 premium as well as its shop grinding highlights, such as the KR804 Touch & Grind, the 804 Lab and a new cold-brew range extension kit for the 804, 1203/1403.
Anfim introduced the new stepless version of the SP450 On-Demand espresso grinder.
The visitors had the chance to see the grinders of the Hemro Group live in action on stage at the Hemro Taste Bar, casted with a line-up of three high-class professional baristas:
Matt Perger, the World Brewers Cup Champion 2012 & World Coffee in Good Spirits Champion 2014
Stefanos Domatiotis, World Brewers Cup Champion 2014 and authorised SCAE trainer
Graziano Chessa, certified judge for World Coffee Events and SCAE brew master
After all the appearance of the Hemro Group at host 2015 turned drinking coffee into a truly ultimate taste experience and was a great success for the group of companies.
15-12-2015
NEW VICE PRESIDENTS AT THE HEMRO GROUP
Taking into account the positive developments within the Hemro Group and facing exciting challenges in the future the executive board of the Hemro Group had been enhanced by three new vice presidents in autumn 2015:
Manuel Maimann, Vice President Finance & Business Development, takes over the lead of strategies for the sales and product development as well as for the pricing and discounts.
Janine Osterwalder, Vice President Sales Branded, coordinates and optimizes the international sales strategy for the brands Mahlkönig, Ditting and Anfim in close cooperation with the Sales Directors of the different regions.
Michael von Gunten, Vice President Business Development & Controlling will focus on the operational controlling for the group of companies as well as for each single entity.
After having accomplished a comprehensive introduction plan the new executives have by now taken over their responsible new fields of tasks. By enhancing the corporate management with additional highly qualified and dedicated professionals the Hemro Group takes an important step to assure that the capacities of the group of companies will be able to sustain a challenging future.
You as our customer can rely on the best professional service for your coffee grinder from the Hemro Group. Enjoy always individually perfect ground coffee with Mahlkönig, Ditting & Anfim.
15-12-2015
THE HEMRO GROUP PRESENTED “GRIND BY WEIGHT” AT THE HOST 2015.
By combining outstanding engineering expertise with the passion for the perfect cup of coffee, the Hemro Group underlines its leading position within the industry, once more. Visitors of the Host 2015 had the exclusive chance to witness an ultimate highlight: dosing by weight. Neither dosing by a pre-set timer, nor dosing by volume – both being unaffected by the actual condition of the coffee or the grind adjustment. And what finally makes the Hemro Group’s world premier of the grind-by-weight feature a true sensation: it is made to work with porta-filter-holders!
The grind-by-weight feature facilitates absolute precise ground coffee dosing. It automatically detects the porta-filter-holder, recognizes whether it is a single- or double-shot and tares the weight. Its quick and easy setting assures a most efficient workflow. And the intuitive operating app for your smart phone or tablet PC puts you into wireless control – anytime and anywhere.
But besides providing pleasant convenience and smart functionality this feature is an absolute must-have for any discerning coffee shop owner striving for perfection, because it enables consistent quality in every single cup of coffee.
This consistent quality can now be provided by any grinder of the portfolios of the companies of the Hemro Group, Mahlkönig, Ditting and Anfim, as the grind-by-weight feature is combinable with any espresso grinder model.
Detailed information about the feature will be revealed in 2016.
16-10-2015
WELCOME TO MILAN: ANFIM IS YOUR PROUD "HOST 2015"
Italy, the birthplace of espresso, is also traditionally home to many of the most prestigious manufacturers of espresso equipment. The staff of Anfim on location in Milan have had their fingers on the pulse of espresso culture for over 50 years. With the highest technical expertise and a great passion for experiencing the full flavour of espresso, Anfim lovingly manufactures handmade, reliable and functional espresso grinders.
The most recent development of Anfim’s portfolio, the SP450 on demand, enchants baristas by producing the perfect clean cup, coping with high volume requirements despite running with low rpm maintaining cool grinding temperatures. Listening to professional baristas and learning from a close amicable cooperation, Anfim is going to present a brand-new enhanced version including as well as a stepless grind-adjustment.
You are cordially invited to come to the host 2015 in the beautiful city of Milan, the home of Anfim - and experience the SP450 on demand stepless live at the Hemro Group’s booth - no. T48 U47 in pavilion 15!
The host 2015 is taking place 23rd- 27th October at fieramilano, for more invormation please visit: host.fieramilano.it/en
29-09-2015
WELCOME TO THE HEMRO ACADEMY:
THE COFFEE GRINDING EXPERTISE COURSE.
Providing the customer with an ultimate aromatic coffee experience is the common goal for all members within the global coffee industry. But the preparation of a really excellent cup of coffee takes more than beans and water. It takes great passion, a lot of training and profound know-how about the coffee’s long journey from the origin into the cup. Starting with the variety, the growing area, the harvesting and processing, moving on with the packaging and transportation and finally: the roasting and the brewing method.
Each one of these milestones has a certain influence on the final aroma profile of the coffee. And likewise does the coffee grinder play a very crucial role, turning the beans into particles of the appropriate size for extraction.
Starting in 2016 the Hemro Academy welcomes coffee professionals to attend the coffee grinding expertise course at the brand-new training centre in Hamburg, Germany. During the 2- or 3-day-program participants will get exclusive insights on coffee grinding technology and learn exciting facts about the grinder’s influence on the taste of the beverage. And as regular professional maintenance is mandatory to assure best performance, in-depth technical service trainings for Mahlkönig, Ditting & Anfim grinders are part of the program, as well.
By sharing its comprehensive know-how about coffee grinding the Hemro Group aims to contribute to a better quality and more consistency inside of the coffee cups all around the world.
Lectures and trainings are given by Senior Product Manager Christian Klatt, an engineer and coffee grinding specialist by profession and a great coffee enthusiast by heart. Having joined the Hemro Group in 2007, Mr Klatt shares his unique coffee grinding expertise regularly during international coffee events.
The definite schedule for courses at the Hemro Academy are expected to be available by the beginning of 2016.
28-09-2015
THE HEMRO GROUP SPONSORED THE BARISTA CAMP 2015
Coffee is made by people. People, taking care of growing and harvesting. People, creating blends and roasting profiles. And those people who finally prepare the beverage: the baristas. Once a year the Barista Guild of Europe organizes the Barista Camp, an event designed for networking, learning and sharing experiences.
This year’s Barista Camp took place from 23rd - 26th September in Riccione, Italy. Participants had the opportunity to attend different courses focussing on green coffee, sensory evaluation, brewing and extraction as well as on the preparation of espresso and cappuccino. Experienced international coffee professionals like Andrew Trolley, Sang Ho Park, Maxwell Colonna-Dashwood and many more shared their profound knowledge during inspiring presentations and exercises. Senior Product Manager of the Hemro Group, Christian Klatt, introduced his audience to the correlation between the heating in grinders and the taste of coffee.
Finally the “campers” had the opportunity to bring their coffee know-how and preparation skills to serious written and practical tests. Having passed and celebrated their exams, graduates left the Barista Camp with an official certificate and with many new insights, new contacts and a very unique great memory.
To support the event and to promote professional baristas striving for continuous improvement of coffee quality, the Hemro Group took pride in sponsoring coffee and espresso grinders for each brew bar at the Barista Camp. At the Hemro Group we believe that a development towards a better way of doing things can only happen when people share their knowledge, exchange ideas and feel united by a mutual aim: to make each cup of coffee a little bit better than the one before.
13-07-2015
GRINDING FOR THE (HE)ART OF GOOD COFFEE
The Australian barista Caleb Cha has was it takes to become a World Latte Art Champion: the great passion for espresso, excellent technical skills and the talent to create impressive masterpieces with an apparent ease that makes watching his performance really entertaining. Anfim enjoyed supporting Caleb Cha and all the other great competitors at the World Latte Art Championship 2015 in Gothenburg as the official qualified grinder sponsor for the first time. The new model SP450 ON DEMAND with titanium coated grinding discs, electronically controlled timer and dual cooling fan system had been placed at the arena supporting all participants during their exciting presentations. The great spirit of this event moves the Italian manufacturer forward to provide baristas worldwide with the most accurate espresso grinders. With espresso in their hearts, technical expertise in their minds and with the best tools and materials in their experienced hands, the team of Anfim in Milan plays a big part in contributing to the creation of captivating espresso drinks in coffee shops all around the globe.
Anfim is now already looking forward to the next inspiring World Latte Art Championship in 2016 taking place in Shanghai, China.
22-04-2015
ANFIM BECOMES THE EXCLUSIVE GRINDER SPONSOR OF THE WORLD LATTE ART CHAMPIONSHIP
Being creative and accurate at the same time to prepare a unique and inspiring coffee experience – that is what the World Latte Art Championship is all about. When the audience is banned by the amazing artworks made out of espresso and milk, you can literally feel the love for coffee in the air. ANFIM shares this love and has always used its technical expertise to create the most efficient, reliable and accurate espresso grinders to support baristas from all over the world in grinding their specialty coffees. Now ANFIM is very proud to become the Exclusive Grinder Sponsor for the World Latte Art Championships in 2015 - 2017. This is a big honor for the Italian espresso grinder manufacturer and it will be an exciting challenge for ANFIM, sponsoring a world competition for the first time.
21-04-2015
IFBI GMBH TAKES OVER SALES & SERVICE FOR ANFIM IN GERMANY
Since it was founded in 2002 in Berlin (Germany), ifbi GmbH has become an important specialist and a well-esteemed supplier for hospitality products, especially for teas, chais, chocolates and sweets.
The portfolio of ifbi also includes a wide range of tools and machines for the preparation of coffee and other hot and cold beverages. As ifbi has been involved in the specialty coffee business all along, the company gained a remarkable coffee expertise. Now ifbi has taken over the sales and service for ANFIM espresso grinders in Germany. Due to ifbi’s very efficient logistics and IT-infrastructure ANFIM’s customers will receive their orders within 24 hours and can rely on the fast support of ifbi’s service team.