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Alexlauren, I'm looking at using artisan as well. What probe/thermometer combo are you using? I've been looking at omega's website and searching around for the most accurate combinations. Thanks for your help, Bikenerd

Hi all, I am looking to get some sort of profiling software system for my us corp electric 3 kilo machine. I have been searching for them for the past few months and am feeling a bit overwhelmed. Is there a system out there that you can install new thermocouples and run a usb to your computer...

Hi All, I am roasting on a 3kilo electric us corp roaster and wondering if anyone has had any successful ways to increase the airflow? I have talked with US Corp, and they assured me that the flow on this particular machine was relatively weak. I'm wondering if there was anyway to increase this...

Hi there Pinkrose, That all depends on the farm stand. Some of the larger ones I am guessing would possibly want a cut, but one of the amazing things about great coffee is that people always like to trade. We pretty much are up for negotiation weather it be financial, material, or just driving...

Hi everyone, Long time listener, first time caller. I have a small roasting operation which focuses on delivering the freshest ethically grown coffee by bicycle. Our goal is to stay small and focus primarily on our immediate community and skip the mail order/online business. Are business plan...

Thank you guys for the replies. I will try some modifications today and play around with charge temp and drop times. Thanks everyone.

Has anyone had any issues with creating an overly acidic yirgacheffe? My charge temp is and has always been at 420 for this bean. The completed roast is around 12 min ending at 415, in the middle of first crack finishing in the cooling tray. I'm wondering if my charge temp is to high? I've also...