TecAIRE - Neocafé Engineering

What TecAIRE - Neocafé Engineering does

TecAIRE - Neocafé Engineering is a privately held Spanish industrial equipment manufacturer headquartered in Terrassa, Barcelona, specializing in the design and manufacture of custom-built coffee and cocoa processing machinery. The company operates under the legal entity TecAIRE S.L. and has accumulated 40+ years of proprietary engineering experience, with product lines spanning industrial coffee roasters (TNA Series from 60–600 kg per batch up to 4,000 kg/hr throughput; TTA Series for torrefacto coffee at 60–500 kg per batch), the ACCURA Specialty range (100g to 30kg, gas or 100% electric), JCP Series cocoa roasters (BEANS and NIBS), MS separator mills (MS-20 through MS-2000), silos, industrial drying systems, and complete turnkey processing plants. Underlying technology includes CFD-optimized roasting drums, proprietary TecControl/TecControl+ HMI process control platforms with PLC-based automation, intelligent modulating burners delivering up to 40% energy reduction, and integrated catalytic afterburners achieving up to 99% volatile compound removal; the flagship TNA-600 adds native IoT connectivity for remote monitoring and predictive maintenance, with ERP/SCADA integration across the line.

The company sells direct to enterprise buyers via phone, email, website inquiry, and active participation in international trade fairs (Gulfood Manufacturing Dubai, Djazagro Algeria, Propak Asia Bangkok), with no dealer or reseller network. Revenue is generated through quote-based hardware sales of custom-engineered equipment, bundled with engineering, plant design, technical training, and international after-sales service. Target customer segments include specialty coffee brands scaling from micro- to industrial production, traditional commercial roasters, multi-market exporters with regulatory and traceability needs, new coffee/cocoa plant investors requiring turnkey facilities, and cocoa processors. Pricing is opaque, varying by capacity, configuration, and automation level, with no public list prices disclosed.

TecAIRE has reached 400+ installations in more than 30 countries across all five continents, with 93% of production exported and a self-described leadership position in Southern Europe, Latin America, Southeast Asia, and Africa. The company operates with 15 employees, is self-funded with no disclosed institutional investors or acquisitions, and runs a multilingual Spanish/English/French web presence supported by an active blog covering roasting techniques, specialty coffee trends, and Barcelona's specialty coffee culture. Certifications include ISO 9001, IFS/BRC, Organic, and Rainforest Alliance compliance.

Name

TecAIRE - Neocafé Engineering

Legal name

TecAIRE S.L.

Website

https://tecaire.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

TecAIRE - Neocafé Engineering is a Spanish industrial equipment manufacturer based in Terrassa, Barcelona, designing and building custom coffee and cocoa processing machinery—including roasters, separator mills, silos, drying systems, and complete turnkey plants—for specialty coffee brands, commercial roasters, multi-market exporters, plant investors, and cocoa processors in over 30 countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Coffee and Cocoa Processing Equipment

NAICS

Power Boiler and Heat Exchanger Manufacturing (332410)

SIC

Industrial Process Furnaces & Ovens (3567)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYAFAFADAC

Coffee Blending & Flavoring

Agriculture & Food Production/Beverage Production/Coffee & Tea Processing (Roasting, Blending, RTD)

Keywords

• Industrial coffee roasters
• Cocoa processing equipment
• Separator mills
• Turnkey coffee plants
• Specialty coffee roasting

Headquarters

HQ city

Terrassa

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Operations, Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Industrial Equipment Sales: TecAIRE generates revenue primarily through the sale of industrial coffee roasters, cocoa roasters, silos, grinders, dryers, and complete turnkey processing installations. The company manufactures custom-built, technologically advanced equipment designed for large-scale production (from 60 kg to 600+ kg per batch). Equipment is complemented by engineering and design services, technical training, and international after-sales support.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

TecAIRE - Neocafé Engineering designs, manufactures, and installs custom-built industrial coffee and cocoa processing equipment — including TNA Series natural coffee roasters, TTA Series torrefacto roasters, JCP Series cocoa roasters, MS Series separator mills, silos, and drying systems — and delivers complete turnkey plant installations bundled with engineering, design, R&D, consulting, and international after-sales technical support for specialty coffee brands, commercial roasters, exporters, and new plant investors.

Product overview

TecAIRE - Neocafé Engineering is an industrial equipment manufacturer specializing in coffee and cocoa processing. The product portfolio includes two main coffee roaster series: TNA Series (60-600 kg batch capacity, up to 4,000 kg/h) with CAPS, ACCURA, INNOVA, and COFFEETEC ranges, and TTA Series for torrefacto coffee (60-500 kg batch capacity) with NM, MI, and COMPLET ranges. Cocoa processing is served by JCP Series roasters with BEANS and NIBS product lines. Supporting equipment includes MS Series separator mills (MS-400, MS-1500, MS-2000) for grinding, industrial drying systems, and silos. The flagship TNA-600 premium roaster features CFD-optimized design and IoT connectivity. All equipment is managed through TecControl/TecControl+ HMI platforms. The company also provides complete turnkey installation services including engineering, R&D, consulting, and international technical support.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• TNA Series: Natural coffee roaster series with capacities from 60 to 600 kg per batch and throughputs up to 3,000 kg/h. Includes sub-ranges CAPS, ACCURA, INNOVA, COFFEETEC.
• TTA Series
• JCP Series
• MS Series
• ACCURA Specialty
• TecControl / TecControl+

Products and services

• TNA Series Coffee Roasters Industrial natural coffee roasting equipment for commercial and specialty coffee producers, available in batch capacities from 60 to 600 kg with throughputs up to 3,000 kg/hour, integrating low-emission burners, afterburners, advanced safety coolers, and TecControl/TecControl+ HMI control. The series includes CAPS, ACCURA, INNOVA, and COFFEETEC sub-ranges.
• TTA Series Coffee Roasters (Torrefacto) Industrial roasters specialized for torrefacto (sugar-coated) coffee with batch capacities from 60 to 500 kg and throughputs up to 1,800 kg/hour, featuring tilting non-perforated drum, double cooling system, and advanced PLC management with automated roasting profiles. Includes NM (180–1,700 kg/h), MI (420–1,700 kg/h), and COMPLET (600–1,500 kg/h) models.
• JCP Series Cocoa Roasters Industrial cocoa roasting equipment in the Serie JCP with BEANS and NIBS product ranges, designed for processing cocoa beans and nibs with quality-focused roasting processes for industrial cocoa processors.
• TNA-600 Premium Coffee Roaster Flagship premium industrial coffee roaster with CFD-optimized roasting drum, variable batch capacities from 300 kg to 600–660 kg, intelligent modulating burners delivering up to 40% energy reduction, catalytic afterburners removing up to 99% of volatile compounds, heat recovery system, and native IoT connectivity for remote monitoring and predictive maintenance.
• ACCURA Specialty Coffee Roasters Specialized coffee roasters for specialty coffee brands, available in 100–250 g sample roaster, 2 kg, 6 kg, 15 kg, and 30 kg models. Offered in gas or 100% electric versions with full control of temperatures, airflow, and development times for scaling micro-roasters without losing sensory control.
• MS Series Separator Mills Industrial separator mills (MS-400, MS-1500, MS-2000) for dry and wet milling with independently driven grinding disc and classifier. The MS-400 processes particles up to 10 MY; MS-1500 and MS-2000 handle production rates of 10–20 Tn/hr with finenesses between 10 and 100 MY. Designed for coffee, cocoa, food, minerals, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals applications.
• Industrial Drying Systems Industrial dryer technology for drying cereals, grains, fruits, vegetables, and coffee/cocoa. Drum drying supports 60–120 kg capacity per cycle; belt drying supports continuous processing up to 1,200 kg/h for fruits and vegetables.
• Industrial Silos Industrial storage silos for coffee and cocoa processing facilities, supplied as part of TecAIRE's complete turnkey installation solutions.
• Complete Turnkey Plant Installations Turnkey industrial installation services including plant engineering and design, complete processing facility setup, technical training, and international after-sales support for coffee and cocoa processing plants.
• Engineering and Design Services Professional plant engineering and custom design services for coffee and cocoa processing facilities, delivered as part of TecAIRE's broader service portfolio.
• Innovation and R&D Services Research and development services focused on innovation for coffee and cocoa processing technology, supporting proprietary product development.
• Consulting Services Expert consulting services for coffee and cocoa processing operations, covering process optimization and operational planning for new and existing facilities.
• International Technical Assistance Service International technical support and after-sales service for TecAIRE equipment, supporting the company's installed base across 30+ countries.

Quantifiable outcome

• 40% energy reduction with intelligent modulating burners on TNA-600
• +5 more outcomes

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Genio RoasterscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 25 November 2022TecAIRE and Genio Roasters signed a collaboration agreement in November 2022, making TecAIRE the worldwide commercial agent for Genio Roasters equipment across all markets. This agreement extends TecAIRE's product portfolio with Genio Roasters' complementary equipment, strengthening TecAIRE's position as a one-stop provider of coffee processing solutions globally.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Diedrich Manufacturing: US-based manufacturer of commercial and specialty coffee roasters. Competes with TecAIRE's ACCURA range in the mid-batch specialty segment and shares focus on profile control and consistent roast development.
• Petroncini: Italian manufacturer of industrial coffee roasting plants and turnkey processing installations. Closely comparable to TecAIRE in product scope (roasters, grinders, complete plants) and customer base across Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East.
• Toper: Turkish industrial coffee roaster manufacturer serving both specialty and large-volume customers globally. Competes directly with TecAIRE's TNA and TTA series and is particularly active in emerging-market turnkey projects.
• Loring Smart Roast: US manufacturer of energy-efficient smart coffee roasters emphasizing low-emission technology. Comparable to TecAIRE on energy efficiency and emissions reduction messaging, primarily in the specialty and small-industrial segment.
• Giesen Coffee Roasters: Dutch manufacturer of premium industrial and specialty coffee roasters up to 120 kg batch. Directly competes with TecAIRE in the mid-capacity specialty-to-industrial segment and shares a focus on profile repeatability and energy efficiency.
• Has Garanti: Turkish industrial coffee and cocoa roasting equipment manufacturer with strong footprint in Eastern Europe, MENA, and Central Asia. Directly comparable to TecAIRE on roaster product range and turnkey project delivery.
• Coffee Tech: Israel-based specialty and small-industrial coffee roaster manufacturer. Directly comparable to TecAIRE's ACCURA specialty line, particularly for boutique roasters transitioning to mid-scale production.
• Probat: German-headquartered world leader in industrial coffee roasting and processing equipment. Directly competes with TecAIRE across the full range from sample to large-batch industrial roasters, and is the primary reference competitor in the coffee processing machinery category.

Regional players

• Joper: Brazilian coffee processing equipment manufacturer dominant in Latin America. Comparable product portfolio to TecAIRE (roasters, mills, complete plants) but primarily competes in Brazilian and South American markets rather than globally.

Broad incumbents

• Bühler Group: Swiss global food processing equipment manufacturer with broad coffee, cocoa, and grain capabilities. Overlaps with TecAIRE in coffee roasting/cocoa processing but operates as a much larger diversified industrial conglomerate rather than a niche specialty roaster.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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