GET CONNECTED
Earlier this month in London, the New A Line made its debut. A key development in the Franke Coffee Systems range, it’s dubbed ‘the next generation of fully automatic coffee machines’. Two models – the A600 and A800 – share one platform and the same innovations, delivering barista-grade, industry-leading in-cup quality, straightforward personalisation, lower operating costs and reduced environmental impact.
Across the market, coffee business owners face three converging pressures:
- Premiumisation has raised the quality bar for every venue.
- A rapidly evolving coffee culture expands menus and personalisation.
- Operational pressure from staffing, costs and stricter environmental requirements demanding simpler, more efficient solutions.
In response to this, the New A Line connects advanced machines with FrankeOS software to the cloud – an end-to-end solution built to address these pressures without compromise.
For 10 years, the Classic A Line made reliability a promise – trusted by operators worldwide. Building on that legacy, the New A Line combines familiar modularity and serviceability with innovation. Its scalable, efficient platform handles peak demand with ease, keeping quality and speed high, while simplifying daily routines for businesses of every size.
GO WITH THE iQFLOW
Achieving consistent, high-quality beverages depends on precise extraction, accurate temperature and barista-grade milk foam. The iQFlow™ system, now a standard feature on both models, is an innovative solution that dynamically controls the flow rate and timing of the extraction process. This ensures that the full flavour profile is consistently delivered, providing identical results across all machines.
The New FoamMaster further enhances quality by creating rich, undiluted foam – cold and hot – delivering even finer textures at higher temperatures. A feature that also minimises milk waste and works effectively with both dairy and plant-based alternatives. Finally, PrecisionTemp enables beverage-specific temperature control, so every coffee or tea brews at its ideal set-point for maximum flavour, consistency and versatility.
Menu selection should be easy to deliver at speed. FrankeOS – the New A Line’s digital operating system – supports self-service and served areas. Customer Mode for guests; Operator Mode for staff. Each machine can be factory-connected to the cloud via FrankeConnect, enabling remote setup, over-the-air-updates and centralised menu, recipe and price management across sites. To broaden choice, the platform supports up to three grinders and two powder hoppers for a wide beverage variety, plus an optionalFlavour Station with up to six syrups to meet growing demand for flavoured hot and cold drinks.
IndividualMilk keeps two fully separated milk lines from container to cup, enabling instant switches between dairy and non-dairy with zero cross-contamination.
LET THERE BE LIGHT
Of course, daily operation must be intuitive from day one. Building on FrankeOS, the Graphical User Interface (GUI) of the New A Line gives step-by-step prompts, so staff get productive fast. Paired with the New FoamMaster, iQFlowTM, and IndividualMilk,consistent results are delivered with minimal input. The Dynamic Spout Light signals status at a glance – standby, ready, dispensing, cleaning, warnings and notifications – supporting a clear, guided user experience.
Delivering cost efficiency with a small footprint, HeatGuard – Franke’s boiler technology with advanced insulation and smart thermal management – lowers energy loss by up to 44% (New A600 NM compared with the classic A600 NM; DIN 18837-2), while keeping the machine ready for service and helping components last longer. New FoamMaster and IndividualMilk support precise dosing, and separate milk paths help to reduce milk waste.
The New A Line is designed to elevate the counter and guide every interaction. Swiss-made build quality pairs with a unified design language and premium materials and finishes, including increased use of steel elements, matte and satin finishes, and a sleek black shade with profiles in Onyx, Granite, and Mahogany. Modular add-ons are visually harmonised for a seamless look. A crisp, high-resolution GUI enhances the experience for staff and guests, while the Dynamic Spout Light provides clear status cues and a distinctive visual signature at the service station.See the New A600 and A800 in action at Franke Coffee Systems’ St Albans showroom. Find the contact form at uk.franke.coffee.
