Inside the Machine: A Café Owner’s Guide to Espresso Equipment with special guest, Josh Littlefield!
📅 Hosted at Pacific Coffee Research – Thursday February 26 – 4-6 pm
This two-hour, hands-on workshop is designed specifically for espresso machine owners and operators who want to better understand how their espresso machines function. Through guided exploration and practical demonstrations, participants will open up a commercial espresso machine, identify key components, and gain foundational knowledge of how these systems work to brew espresso. If you own or operate an espresso machine, or you are thinking about getting one – this is for you!
No technical background required!
Your espresso machine tour guide will be Josh Littlefield, a seasoned coffee equipment technician with over a decade of experience wrenching on machines of all kinds! Josh has worked for La Marzocco, Mazzer grinders, and is currently partnering with Technico Coffee Service in Nashville, TN.
What You’ll Learn:
- An overview of how espresso machines function (electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems)
- Identification and purpose of major internal components
- Basic principles of PID temperature control, duel boilers and pressure regulation
- How daily use impacts machine performance and longevity
- The importance of preventative maintenance
- What signs of wear or damage to look for inside the machine
Workshop Includes:
- Live equipment teardown and guided walkthrough
- Tips for communicating effectively with your service technician
- Space for Q&A to address specific equipment-related concerns
Who This Workshop Is For:
- Café owners and operators
- New café managers or team leads
- Anyone purchasing or maintaining espresso equipment
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