When a coffee company wins Roast Magazine’s Roaster of the Year award, it’s not just about great coffee. It’s about leadership, innovation, sustainability, and meaningful impact across the supply chain. That’s why we’re thrilled to celebrate Driftaway Coffee, the winner of the 2026 Roaster of the Year – Macro Category.According to the feature in Roast […]
A well-maintained coffee roaster is essential for consistent flavor, safe operation, and long-term reliability. But with everything happening inside a busy roasting facility, short-term maintenance can get pushed aside until something goes wrong, which usually means downtime, wasted coffee, and costly repairs. Whether you’re running a small roasting operation or managing high-volume production, a simple, […]
When you’re choosing your next coffee roaster, one big question always comes up:“How long will it take before this machine pays for itself?” The answer depends on more than just price—it’s about efficiency, fuel savings, and consistency. Let’s break down how a smart coffee roaster—like Loring’s single-burner convection design—turns everyday roasting into measurable ROI. What […]
When you’re ready to invest in new roasting equipment, it’s easy to get lost in specs and price tags. But finding the right coffee roaster manufacturer is about much more than cost – it’s about partnership, consistency, and long-term success. Here’s what to look for when choosing the equipment that will shape your coffee’s quality […]
For decades, drum roasters were the industry standard. But as specialty coffee has grown, many roasteries have found that drum roasters struggle to deliver the consistency, efficiency, and sustainability they need. That’s where convection roasting comes in. If you’re considering making the switch, here’s what you need to know about transitioning from traditional drum roasters […]
When you walk into a specialty coffee roastery, the centerpiece is almost always the roasting machine. But what exactly is a roastery machine, and why does the choice of equipment matter so much for quality and business success? At Loring, we believe the right roasting technology can transform how specialty coffee is produced, scaling craft […]
Equator Coffees was an early adapter of Loring Smart Roast technology. Their roasting facility houses the fourth Loring K35 Kestrel ever built as well as a newer Loring Peregrine S70.
A guest post from Josie Coffee of NSW, Australia on their reasons for choosing to switch to Loring Smart Roast.
Em Herriott of We Are Here Coffee discusses community, queerness, and creating an inclusive business that can truly do some good in their immediate world.
Annie and Elliott Carter of BlackNerd Coffee discuss nerdiness, running a small family business, and coffee as self-care.