Profitec GmbH was founded in 1985 and has specialized in the marketing of Italian espresso machines and technical products. They have developed and manufactured hand-made, high-end semi-automatic espresso machines since the 1990's. Profitec is certainly no newcomer to the espresso scene. They are the sister company of ECM Espresso Coffee machines, a company with over 40 years of product design, R&D and production line assembly experience in high end commercial espresso machines.
Profitec Pro 700
A truly exceptional and feature laden home use espresso machine, the Pro 700 is the realization of Profitec’s dream of creating a machine that provides baristas with a singular espresso experience. A marriage of German engineering and Italian tradition, the machine impresses not only with its quality components and construction, but also with nuanced features that enhances ease of use, longevity and most importantly, the brewing of excellent espresso. The Profitec Pro700 is truly the connoisseur's espresso machine, and is growing in popularity immensely.
Externally, the machine is housed in a gorgeous mirror-finish stainless steel which extends all the way to its wrapped polished edges. The attention to detail in its components and construction is remarkable all the way throughout the machine. The housing rests on a one-piece internal steel frame that extends from the back of the machine through to the drip tray. As opposed to welding the tray to the front of the machine, protects it from bending or bowing during shipping or as the result of continuous use.
Profitec Pro700 Overview
As a dual boiler machine, there is both a 0.75 liter boiler dedicated exclusively to brewing and a 2 liter boiler dedicated to steaming. Both boilers are made of stainless steel and wrapped with high quality thermal insulation. The boilers have been bolted to the frame of the machine for structural stability but are easily removable, an element of Profitec's highly modular internal design that allows for easy access during servicing.
Brew pressure is provided by a commercial grade RPM motor and rotary pump which cuts down on the noise produced by the brewing process and allows you to connect the machine directly to a water line or use the 3 liter water reservoir. The last facet of the brewing process, the E61 brew group is made of solid chrome plated brass and is constantly heated by a thermosyphon system to ensure maximum temperature stability.
Being a double boiler machine, the Pro 700 is able to effortlessly brew and steam at the same time. The steam wand is internally insulated with a Teflon coating to prevent burns and comes standard with a four hole interchangeable tip to complement its powerful steaming ability. The hot water wand is also similarly insulated to prevent accidental burns.
Another feature that demonstrates Profitec's attention to detail are the spring loaded steam and hot water valves. These unconventional valves use a spring to hold the valves shut, as opposed to having to be tightened manually. This feature prevents any damage caused by accidental overtightening and reduces wear and tear, extending the valves lifespan beyond conventional, 'crank down to seal' valves. The spring loaded valves also only take half a turn to go from fully closed to fully open, making steaming milk or dispensing hot water a breeze.
A unique and desirable feature of the Pro 700 is its front mounted dual boiler PID display that monitors both the brew and steam boiler temperatures and allows you to adjust both, a beneficial feature that allows you to achieve more precise brewing conditions to extract certain notes and flavors from different coffees. An additional function boasted by the Pro 700's Gicar Chrono PID is its built-in shot timer that starts counting up as soon as you lift the lever to begin brewing. In addition to the PID, the front of the machine also sports dual pressure gauges that monitor both brewing and steam boiler pressure.
Demo of Pro700
Profitec Pro 700
A truly exceptional and feature laden home use espresso machine, the Pro 700 is the realization of Profitec’s dream of creating a machine that provides baristas with a singular espresso experience. A marriage of German engineering and Italian tradition, the machine impresses not only with its quality components and construction, but also with nuanced features that enhances ease of use, longevity and most importantly, the brewing of excellent espresso. The Profitec Pro700 is truly the connoisseur's espresso machine, and is growing in popularity immensely.
Externally, the machine is housed in a gorgeous mirror-finish stainless steel which extends all the way to its wrapped polished edges. The attention to detail in its components and construction is remarkable all the way throughout the machine. The housing rests on a one-piece internal steel frame that extends from the back of the machine through to the drip tray. As opposed to welding the tray to the front of the machine, protects it from bending or bowing during shipping or as the result of continuous use.
Profitec Pro700 Overview
As a dual boiler machine, there is both a 0.75 liter boiler dedicated exclusively to brewing and a 2 liter boiler dedicated to steaming. Both boilers are made of stainless steel and wrapped with high quality thermal insulation. The boilers have been bolted to the frame of the machine for structural stability but are easily removable, an element of Profitec's highly modular internal design that allows for easy access during servicing.
Brew pressure is provided by a commercial grade RPM motor and rotary pump which cuts down on the noise produced by the brewing process and allows you to connect the machine directly to a water line or use the 3 liter water reservoir. The last facet of the brewing process, the E61 brew group is made of solid chrome plated brass and is constantly heated by a thermosyphon system to ensure maximum temperature stability.
Being a double boiler machine, the Pro 700 is able to effortlessly brew and steam at the same time. The steam wand is internally insulated with a Teflon coating to prevent burns and comes standard with a four hole interchangeable tip to complement its powerful steaming ability. The hot water wand is also similarly insulated to prevent accidental burns.
Another feature that demonstrates Profitec's attention to detail are the spring loaded steam and hot water valves. These unconventional valves use a spring to hold the valves shut, as opposed to having to be tightened manually. This feature prevents any damage caused by accidental overtightening and reduces wear and tear, extending the valves lifespan beyond conventional, 'crank down to seal' valves. The spring loaded valves also only take half a turn to go from fully closed to fully open, making steaming milk or dispensing hot water a breeze.
A unique and desirable feature of the Pro 700 is its front mounted dual boiler PID display that monitors both the brew and steam boiler temperatures and allows you to adjust both, a beneficial feature that allows you to achieve more precise brewing conditions to extract certain notes and flavors from different coffees. An additional function boasted by the Pro 700's Gicar Chrono PID is its built-in shot timer that starts counting up as soon as you lift the lever to begin brewing. In addition to the PID, the front of the machine also sports dual pressure gauges that monitor both brewing and steam boiler pressure.
Demo of Pro700
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