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This is the group where ChocolateLife members can A) Advertise USED equipment for sale to other ChocolateLife members.B) Let other ChocolateLife members know that they are looking for equipment (new or used).See More

Hello!I have used both Inno and Santha small melangers for 3 years now- and am looking to buy a larger melanger. One that can handle at least 40kg. Does anyone have any sources beyond the two mentioned above? I have had numerous problems with both companies - and would actually like to have a grinduer closer to the ones I saw in Mexico- where the stones hang a bit higher and tend to be denser (in comparison with the lava rock type) than the ones produced in India. Are any bean to bar makers on…See More

Hello, I have a small bean to bar company and currently use stone grindeurs on my nibs. I'm happy with the texture & flavor development- but recently someone asked me if it really would be any different if I used a steel or metal melanger.Does anyone have any first hand information about this? Experimented?I looked for information in previous forums but didn't find it- please forgive me (and send me to the correct link) if this is a topic that has already been thoroughly covered! Thank you…See More

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