Modbar Steam System - Extra Dry Steam Performance
The Modbar Steam system delivers a minimal, modern aesthetic under-counter solution coupled with impressive commercial power and control. Crafted meticulously for absolute ease of use and maintenance, this stand-alone milk texturing station offers highly flexible, unique configurations that let you set up one or two taps per under-bench module. This modular design allows business owners to seamlessly arrange their under-counter layout however they like to make the absolute most out of their available cabinet space.
A major technical triumph of the system is its extra dry steam performance. An improved internal design guarantees dry steam by entirely eliminating condensation in critical areas along the fluid steam path, ensuring your microfoam remains flawlessly textured without excess water dilution. Staff can confidently interact with the sleek above-counter hardware thanks to the integration of a double-walled, vacuum-insulated pro touch wand that remains completely cool to the touch during operation. To protect the machinery over long-term use, the module features a dedicated refresh button that avoids scale formation by allowing fresh water to recirculate seamlessly inside the boiler at the press of a button.
Modbar Steam System User Manual
You get this when you Purchase through Prime Coffee Suppliers:
-
Free! Delivery (Worth £95): 1-3 days Free Standard UK Delivery, Direct from
UK Warehouse. -
Free! Bronze Service Plan (Worth £1200): Gives you 1-year parts coverage, labour or call-out fees, direct phone support for quick technical help. Click here for more info about this plan
-
Free! Installation, Water Filter and on-site training (Worth £350)
- Free! 1KG of MONT58 Sustainable Coffee Beans (Worth £30): Start your journey with premium beans on us.
- 3 Trees planted with every order of a Modbar Steam System With our environmental Project through Ecologi.
Features
Modular, Expandable Design: Highly flexible architecture allows you to connect one or two above-counter taps to a single under-counter module, maximizing your service flow while heavily minimizing under-bench space.
Extra Dry Steam Performance: An advanced internal configuration utilizes specialized solenoids below the counter to keep lines clear, completely eliminating condensation in critical areas along the steam path for pristine milk texturing without water dilution.
Pro Touch Wand: Built with a cool-touch, double-walled, vacuum-insulated stainless steel assembly, allowing baristas to safely handle the steam wand during back-to-back rushes without burn risks.
Anti-Scale Refresh Button: Features a dedicated, front-facing refresh button that initiates a fresh water recirculation sequence inside the boiler, actively preventing severe scale formation.
Minimal Purging Required: Because the internal design actively drains residual moisture when the tap sits closed, baristas only need a fractional, minimal purge before texturing milk.
Ergonomic Leverage Actuation: The above-counter tap is fitted with a robust mechanical lever whose ergonomic handle orientation matches the Espresso AV, providing uniform tactile control across the bar.
Specification for Modbar Steam System
| Category | Parameter | Specification Detail |
| Physical Dimensions | Above-Counter Tap | 9 cm (W) x 27 cm (D) x 32 cm (H) / (3.5" x 10.7" x 12.4") |
| Under-Counter Module | 43 cm (W) x 38 cm (D) x 22 cm (H) / (17.0" x 14.9" x 8.5") | |
| Component Weight | Above-Counter Tap | 3.5 kg (7.7 lbs) |
| Under-Counter Module | 18.0 kg (40.0 lbs) | |
| Boiler System | Water Capacity | 4.6 Litres (Total volume steam boiler with active anti-condensation loop) |
| Electrical (Single Phase) | Voltage Supply | 208V – 240V | 50/60 Hz |
| Amperage Draw | 14.4 Amps (CE) / 13 Amps (ETL) — Requires dedicated 20A breaker circuit | |
| Total Element Wattage | 3,306 Watts (CE) / 2,704 Watts (ETL) max heating power | |
| Plug Configuration | Factory supplied with a NEMA 6-20P heavy-duty plug end | |
| Plumbing & Drainage | Water Line Input | 3/8" compression angle stop valve connection |
| Safe Pressure Limits | Minimum 35 PSI (0.24 MPa) // Maximum 70 PSI (0.48 MPa) | |
| Required Flow Rate | Mains line delivery speed of at least 2 Gallons (7.6L) per minute | |
| Filtration Standard | Commercial water quality optimized strictly to 90–150ppm TDS | |
| Drain Connection | Dual 3/4" male barb connections utilizing included armored drain line | |
| Gravity Waste Outlet | Minimum 1.5" interior diameter open gravity drain lower than the module footprint | |
| Hardware Fitment | Controls & Actuators | Mechanical lever assembly engineered to match standard Espresso AV metrics |
The Spatial Strategy: Why the Modbar Steam System Belongs in Your Coffee Business
In high-volume commercial hospitality, milk texturing is often the primary operational bottleneck. Traditional countertop espresso machines force texturing to happen at a single, crowded location behind a massive steel wall.
By integrating the Modbar Steam System into your architecture, you decouple the steaming process from the extraction area entirely. By moving the massive boiler footprint underneath the service bench, this modular design gives operators the layout freedom, thermal power, and customer visibility needed to dramatically accelerate peak-hour efficiency.
1. Spatial Efficiency and Flexible Workflow Geometry
Traditional, bulky multi-group machines lock you into a rigid bar layout. The Modbar Steam module shatters this limitation by letting you dictate the flow of your floor plan.
-
Tailored Counter Formats: Because the module operates independently, you can position the above-counter steam tap anywhere along your service counter. You can set up dedicated milk-texturing zones away from the order till or create self-contained beverage prep hubs.
-
Dual-Tap Capability from One Module: To optimize equipment investment and under-counter real estate, a single Modbar Steam module supports up to two above-counter taps. This lets you double your milk texturing output during intense morning rushes while utilizing only one compact under-bench equipment footprint.
2. Radical Open-Counter Hospitality
The physical barrier of a traditional countertop machine creates an acoustic and visual disconnect between your staff and your guests. Modbar’s ultra-low-profile tap towers completely open up this line-of-sight.
-
Theatrical Beverage Craft: Customers can watch the entire milk texturing and latte art process unfold directly in front of them, creating an engaging experience that justifies premium menu pricing.
-
Aesthetic Integration: The minimal, architectural chrome tap towers blend seamlessly into upscale café concepts, high-end hotel lobbies, and cocktail bars. They can even be customized with Matte Black, Matte White, or premium wood accents to match your venue’s brand identity.
3. Engineering Precision Built for High-Volume Demand
Minimalist design often raises concerns regarding commercial performance. However, engineered in absolute partnership with La Marzocco, the Modbar Steam module provides uncompromised, heavy-duty commercial power.
-
Extra Dry Steam Performance: A common issue with under-counter systems is water condensation traveling up the lines. Modbar eliminates this via a redesigned internal pathway that actively clears out residual moisture in critical areas. The result is exceptionally dry, high-powered steam that creates consistent microfoam without diluting the milk.
-
Enhanced Barista Safety: The system features a double-walled, vacuum-insulated Pro Touch wand. This allows staff to handle the wand safely during back-to-back rushes without the risk of burns. It also minimizes milk baking onto the steel, drastically shortening wipe-down times.
-
Mitigating Scale Downtime: Hard water scale is the leading cause of component failure in commercial steam boilers. Modbar combats this with a prominent, front-facing refresh button on the under-counter module. With a single press, the system flushes and recirculates fresh water through the boiler, keeping scale formation at bay and protecting your bottom line from unexpected repair bills.
Scouting Innovation: Prime Coffee Suppliers Hits the London Coffee Festival to Explore the Modbar Lineup
LONDON — The annual pilgrimage to East London’s iconic Old Truman Brewery on Brick Lane remains the ultimate litmus test for the future of the hospitality sector. For the procurement and engineering teams at Prime Coffee Suppliers, the recently concluded London Coffee Festival provided the perfect stage to evaluate the latest technical hardware shaping modern café design. At the absolute top of the sourcing agenda this year was an in-depth, hands-on assessment of the highly acclaimed La Marzocco Modbar under-counter system.
As open-plan hospitality, minimalist counter layouts, and experiential design transition from niche trends to core commercial requirements, traditional above-counter espresso machines are increasingly viewed as physical barriers to customer engagement. To experience the alternative firsthand, the Prime Coffee Suppliers team spent extensive time at both the Modbar stand and the festival’s high-octane Latte Art Live stage, where the sleek, low-profile Modbar system was designated as the official machinery partner. The open layout proved immediately transformative: without a massive metal chassis blocking the view, audience members and buyers enjoyed an unhindered, close-up look at world-class baristas executing precision pours.
Putting the Hardware to the Test
Beyond aesthetics, the technical team at Prime Coffee Suppliers subjected the Modbar lineup to rigorous performance analysis during the festival’s high-volume roaster takeovers.
The evaluation focused heavily on the Modbar Espresso AV (Auto-Volumetric) system. Built on the mechanical foundation of the legendary La Marzocco Linea PB, the system proved it could handle relentless back-to-back service without a single hitch in thermal stability. The team observed:
-
Thermal Consistency: Modbar’s multi-zone PID heating loops effectively overcame the classic under-counter challenge, keeping temperature delivery rock-solid across insulated fluid lines throughout peak afternoon rushes.
-
Integrated ABR Scales: The built-in drip tray scales utilizing La Marzocco’s Drip Prediction software were put through their paces, automatically halting extractions at precise mass targets to eliminate human error.
-
Modular Versatility: The team explored the full ecosystem, assessing the standalone Modbar Steam tap—featuring a dual-stage lever and cool-touch wand—alongside the automated Modbar Pour-Over tap, which allows a single barista to scale multi-profile filter brewing workflows.
The Supplier’s Verdict
"Seeing the Modbar system anchoring major interactive zones like Latte Art Live and the True Artisan Café leaves no doubt about its commercial readiness," noted the Head of Equipment Procurement at Prime Coffee Suppliers. "For our B2B clients in the luxury boutique, high-end hotel, and specialty café sectors, Modbar isn't just about freeing up counter space. Because it shares internal components and engineering DNA with the standard La Marzocco lineup, it gives our service division absolute confidence in long-term parts reliability and maintenance simplicity."
With the insights gathered from the showroom floor, Prime Coffee Suppliers is officially expanding its commercial portfolio to offer fully integrated Modbar consultation, custom bench-drilling installation templates, and multi-tap lease packages tailored for premium hospitality fit-outs.
About the Brand
La Marzocco Modbar began in the early 2000s when two American bandmates and coffee professionals set out to shatter the physical barrier of bulky traditional espresso machines by hiding the complex mechanical clutter beneath the counter and leaving only elegant, minimalist taps above. Recognizing the revolutionary potential of this under-counter design, industry giant La Marzocco became an early investor in 2012, eventually absorbing the brand's manufacturing entirely into its legendary factory in Florence, Italy. Today, Modbar operates as a premium, design-forward sub-brand whose equipment is built with the exact internal DNA, heavy-duty boilers, and electronic reliability of the iconic La Marzocco Linea PB. By combining this world-class mechanical power with cutting-edge multi-zone thermal stability, Modbar has become the global benchmark for luxury hotels, high-end retail boutiques, and specialty cafés looking to turn coffee service into a barrier-free, interactive piece of theatre.
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Description
The Modbar Steam system delivers a minimal, modern aesthetic under-counter solution coupled with impressive commercial power and control. Crafted meticulously for absolute ease of use and maintenance, this stand-alone milk texturing station offers highly flexible, unique configurations that let you set up one or two taps per under-bench module. This modular design allows business owners to seamlessly arrange their under-counter layout however they like to make the absolute most out of their available cabinet space.
A major technical triumph of the system is its extra dry steam performance. An improved internal design guarantees dry steam by entirely eliminating condensation in critical areas along the fluid steam path, ensuring your microfoam remains flawlessly textured without excess water dilution. Staff can confidently interact with the sleek above-counter hardware thanks to the integration of a double-walled, vacuum-insulated pro touch wand that remains completely cool to the touch during operation. To protect the machinery over long-term use, the module features a dedicated refresh button that avoids scale formation by allowing fresh water to recirculate seamlessly inside the boiler at the press of a button.
Modbar Steam System User Manual
You get this when you Purchase through Prime Coffee Suppliers:
-
Free! Delivery (Worth £95): 1-3 days Free Standard UK Delivery, Direct from
UK Warehouse. -
Free! Bronze Service Plan (Worth £1200): Gives you 1-year parts coverage, labour or call-out fees, direct phone support for quick technical help. Click here for more info about this plan
-
Free! Installation, Water Filter and on-site training (Worth £350)
- Free! 1KG of MONT58 Sustainable Coffee Beans (Worth £30): Start your journey with premium beans on us.
- 3 Trees planted with every order of a Modbar Steam System With our environmental Project through Ecologi.
Features
Modular, Expandable Design: Highly flexible architecture allows you to connect one or two above-counter taps to a single under-counter module, maximizing your service flow while heavily minimizing under-bench space.
Extra Dry Steam Performance: An advanced internal configuration utilizes specialized solenoids below the counter to keep lines clear, completely eliminating condensation in critical areas along the steam path for pristine milk texturing without water dilution.
Pro Touch Wand: Built with a cool-touch, double-walled, vacuum-insulated stainless steel assembly, allowing baristas to safely handle the steam wand during back-to-back rushes without burn risks.
Anti-Scale Refresh Button: Features a dedicated, front-facing refresh button that initiates a fresh water recirculation sequence inside the boiler, actively preventing severe scale formation.
Minimal Purging Required: Because the internal design actively drains residual moisture when the tap sits closed, baristas only need a fractional, minimal purge before texturing milk.
Ergonomic Leverage Actuation: The above-counter tap is fitted with a robust mechanical lever whose ergonomic handle orientation matches the Espresso AV, providing uniform tactile control across the bar.
Specification for Modbar Steam System
| Category | Parameter | Specification Detail |
| Physical Dimensions | Above-Counter Tap | 9 cm (W) x 27 cm (D) x 32 cm (H) / (3.5" x 10.7" x 12.4") |
| Under-Counter Module | 43 cm (W) x 38 cm (D) x 22 cm (H) / (17.0" x 14.9" x 8.5") | |
| Component Weight | Above-Counter Tap | 3.5 kg (7.7 lbs) |
| Under-Counter Module | 18.0 kg (40.0 lbs) | |
| Boiler System | Water Capacity | 4.6 Litres (Total volume steam boiler with active anti-condensation loop) |
| Electrical (Single Phase) | Voltage Supply | 208V – 240V | 50/60 Hz |
| Amperage Draw | 14.4 Amps (CE) / 13 Amps (ETL) — Requires dedicated 20A breaker circuit | |
| Total Element Wattage | 3,306 Watts (CE) / 2,704 Watts (ETL) max heating power | |
| Plug Configuration | Factory supplied with a NEMA 6-20P heavy-duty plug end | |
| Plumbing & Drainage | Water Line Input | 3/8" compression angle stop valve connection |
| Safe Pressure Limits | Minimum 35 PSI (0.24 MPa) // Maximum 70 PSI (0.48 MPa) | |
| Required Flow Rate | Mains line delivery speed of at least 2 Gallons (7.6L) per minute | |
| Filtration Standard | Commercial water quality optimized strictly to 90–150ppm TDS | |
| Drain Connection | Dual 3/4" male barb connections utilizing included armored drain line | |
| Gravity Waste Outlet | Minimum 1.5" interior diameter open gravity drain lower than the module footprint | |
| Hardware Fitment | Controls & Actuators | Mechanical lever assembly engineered to match standard Espresso AV metrics |
The Spatial Strategy: Why the Modbar Steam System Belongs in Your Coffee Business
In high-volume commercial hospitality, milk texturing is often the primary operational bottleneck. Traditional countertop espresso machines force texturing to happen at a single, crowded location behind a massive steel wall.
By integrating the Modbar Steam System into your architecture, you decouple the steaming process from the extraction area entirely. By moving the massive boiler footprint underneath the service bench, this modular design gives operators the layout freedom, thermal power, and customer visibility needed to dramatically accelerate peak-hour efficiency.
1. Spatial Efficiency and Flexible Workflow Geometry
Traditional, bulky multi-group machines lock you into a rigid bar layout. The Modbar Steam module shatters this limitation by letting you dictate the flow of your floor plan.
-
Tailored Counter Formats: Because the module operates independently, you can position the above-counter steam tap anywhere along your service counter. You can set up dedicated milk-texturing zones away from the order till or create self-contained beverage prep hubs.
-
Dual-Tap Capability from One Module: To optimize equipment investment and under-counter real estate, a single Modbar Steam module supports up to two above-counter taps. This lets you double your milk texturing output during intense morning rushes while utilizing only one compact under-bench equipment footprint.
2. Radical Open-Counter Hospitality
The physical barrier of a traditional countertop machine creates an acoustic and visual disconnect between your staff and your guests. Modbar’s ultra-low-profile tap towers completely open up this line-of-sight.
-
Theatrical Beverage Craft: Customers can watch the entire milk texturing and latte art process unfold directly in front of them, creating an engaging experience that justifies premium menu pricing.
-
Aesthetic Integration: The minimal, architectural chrome tap towers blend seamlessly into upscale café concepts, high-end hotel lobbies, and cocktail bars. They can even be customized with Matte Black, Matte White, or premium wood accents to match your venue’s brand identity.
3. Engineering Precision Built for High-Volume Demand
Minimalist design often raises concerns regarding commercial performance. However, engineered in absolute partnership with La Marzocco, the Modbar Steam module provides uncompromised, heavy-duty commercial power.
-
Extra Dry Steam Performance: A common issue with under-counter systems is water condensation traveling up the lines. Modbar eliminates this via a redesigned internal pathway that actively clears out residual moisture in critical areas. The result is exceptionally dry, high-powered steam that creates consistent microfoam without diluting the milk.
-
Enhanced Barista Safety: The system features a double-walled, vacuum-insulated Pro Touch wand. This allows staff to handle the wand safely during back-to-back rushes without the risk of burns. It also minimizes milk baking onto the steel, drastically shortening wipe-down times.
-
Mitigating Scale Downtime: Hard water scale is the leading cause of component failure in commercial steam boilers. Modbar combats this with a prominent, front-facing refresh button on the under-counter module. With a single press, the system flushes and recirculates fresh water through the boiler, keeping scale formation at bay and protecting your bottom line from unexpected repair bills.
Scouting Innovation: Prime Coffee Suppliers Hits the London Coffee Festival to Explore the Modbar Lineup
LONDON — The annual pilgrimage to East London’s iconic Old Truman Brewery on Brick Lane remains the ultimate litmus test for the future of the hospitality sector. For the procurement and engineering teams at Prime Coffee Suppliers, the recently concluded London Coffee Festival provided the perfect stage to evaluate the latest technical hardware shaping modern café design. At the absolute top of the sourcing agenda this year was an in-depth, hands-on assessment of the highly acclaimed La Marzocco Modbar under-counter system.
As open-plan hospitality, minimalist counter layouts, and experiential design transition from niche trends to core commercial requirements, traditional above-counter espresso machines are increasingly viewed as physical barriers to customer engagement. To experience the alternative firsthand, the Prime Coffee Suppliers team spent extensive time at both the Modbar stand and the festival’s high-octane Latte Art Live stage, where the sleek, low-profile Modbar system was designated as the official machinery partner. The open layout proved immediately transformative: without a massive metal chassis blocking the view, audience members and buyers enjoyed an unhindered, close-up look at world-class baristas executing precision pours.
Putting the Hardware to the Test
Beyond aesthetics, the technical team at Prime Coffee Suppliers subjected the Modbar lineup to rigorous performance analysis during the festival’s high-volume roaster takeovers.
The evaluation focused heavily on the Modbar Espresso AV (Auto-Volumetric) system. Built on the mechanical foundation of the legendary La Marzocco Linea PB, the system proved it could handle relentless back-to-back service without a single hitch in thermal stability. The team observed:
-
Thermal Consistency: Modbar’s multi-zone PID heating loops effectively overcame the classic under-counter challenge, keeping temperature delivery rock-solid across insulated fluid lines throughout peak afternoon rushes.
-
Integrated ABR Scales: The built-in drip tray scales utilizing La Marzocco’s Drip Prediction software were put through their paces, automatically halting extractions at precise mass targets to eliminate human error.
-
Modular Versatility: The team explored the full ecosystem, assessing the standalone Modbar Steam tap—featuring a dual-stage lever and cool-touch wand—alongside the automated Modbar Pour-Over tap, which allows a single barista to scale multi-profile filter brewing workflows.
The Supplier’s Verdict
"Seeing the Modbar system anchoring major interactive zones like Latte Art Live and the True Artisan Café leaves no doubt about its commercial readiness," noted the Head of Equipment Procurement at Prime Coffee Suppliers. "For our B2B clients in the luxury boutique, high-end hotel, and specialty café sectors, Modbar isn't just about freeing up counter space. Because it shares internal components and engineering DNA with the standard La Marzocco lineup, it gives our service division absolute confidence in long-term parts reliability and maintenance simplicity."
With the insights gathered from the showroom floor, Prime Coffee Suppliers is officially expanding its commercial portfolio to offer fully integrated Modbar consultation, custom bench-drilling installation templates, and multi-tap lease packages tailored for premium hospitality fit-outs.
About the Brand
La Marzocco Modbar began in the early 2000s when two American bandmates and coffee professionals set out to shatter the physical barrier of bulky traditional espresso machines by hiding the complex mechanical clutter beneath the counter and leaving only elegant, minimalist taps above. Recognizing the revolutionary potential of this under-counter design, industry giant La Marzocco became an early investor in 2012, eventually absorbing the brand's manufacturing entirely into its legendary factory in Florence, Italy. Today, Modbar operates as a premium, design-forward sub-brand whose equipment is built with the exact internal DNA, heavy-duty boilers, and electronic reliability of the iconic La Marzocco Linea PB. By combining this world-class mechanical power with cutting-edge multi-zone thermal stability, Modbar has become the global benchmark for luxury hotels, high-end retail boutiques, and specialty cafés looking to turn coffee service into a barrier-free, interactive piece of theatre.
