Franke has revolutionized the coffee industry with its range of automatic espresso machines, meticulously designed to meet the needs of restaurant operators, coffee roasters, and coffee lovers alike. These machines ensure that every cup of coffee is brewed to perfection, offering state-of-the-art features and intuitive controls that put you and your customers in total control.
Key Features
FoamMaster™ Technology:
- Allows endless combinations of milk-based drinks akin to those of a skilled barista.
- Hot and cold milk, and milk foam with adjustable consistency.
- Integrated cleaning system for hassle-free maintenance.
iQFlow™ Extraction Technology:
- Delivers unparalleled in-cup quality, ensuring every coffee is brewed to perfection.
Milk Systems:
- Milk System (MS): Hot and cold milk, warm milk foam with exact dosing via milk pump.
- FoamMaster™ (FM): Individually adjustable consistency for milk and milk foam.
Cleaning Systems:
- CleanMaster (CM): Fully automatic cleaning system with integrated cleaning cartridge, ensuring top hygiene standards.
- EasyClean (EC): Automatic cleaning with manual addition of cleaning fluid for perfect hygiene in just a few steps.
Interactive Touch Screen:
- Easy to use, customizable interface guiding both staff and customers efficiently.
Capacity:
- A400: Up to 100 cups per day.
- A600: Up to 150 cups per day.
- A1000: Up to 300 cups per day.
Flavour Station:
- A600: Automatic dosing station for up to 3 flavours.
- A1000: Automatic dosing station for up to 6 flavours.
Expand Your Coffee Offerings:
Franke machines allow you to expand your coffee offerings with options for iced coffee, various milk combinations, and syrups for a refreshing experience. Each machine is designed to handle high capacity, ensuring consistent quality and taste, making them perfect for any business looking to enhance its coffee service.
For more insights on boosting your coffee business, check out our blog post “Tips for Improving Coffee Sales at Your Restaurant”.
Models
Franke A400
The Franke A400 coffee machine is designed to bring you and your customers the highest quality coffee, quickly and easily. This compact and premium commercial coffee machine features is the ideal choice for the hotel industry, retail, convenience stores, bakeries, offices, and book stores.
Capacity: Up to 100 cups per day of consistently delicious quality coffee
Milk Systems:
- FoamMasterTM (FM): hot and cold milk and milk foam, individually adjustable consistency, integrated cleaning system
- Milk system (MS): hot and cold milk and warm milk foam, exact dosing via milk pump
Cleaning Systems:
- CleanMaster (CM): fully automatic cleaning system with integrated cleaning cartridge. For outstanding hygiene and unbeatable simplicity, efficiency, and convenience.
- EasyClean (EC): automatic cleaning system with manual addition of the cleaning fluid. Perfect hygiene in just a few steps.
Options:
- Second bean grinder
- Bean hopper: 1×2 kg, 2×1.2 kg or 2 × 0.6 kg
- One or two separate powder dosing systems (for chocolate or milk powder)
- Coffee grounds ejector
- Raised feet (100 mm)
- Steam spout (only available on MS and FM models)
- Cup warmer with 4 heatable trays
- Accounting system (can be used for various payment methods)
Franke A600
Expand your coffee business with the Franke A600, our superior solution for served and self service operations. Equipped with state-of-the-art yet easy-to-use technologies, the A600 is our versatile and intelligent all-rounder. This fully automatic coffee machine offers consistently high in-cup quality and gives you and your customers full control over the preparation of the finest coffee specialties – at the touch of a button.
Choose the A600 to bring memorable coffee experiences to large groups of guests, offering a wide range of premium espresso-based beverages.
- Capacity: Up to 150 cups per day of consistently delicious specialty coffee and milk beverages
- Flavour Station: Automatic dosing station for up to 3 flavours
Milk Systems:
- FoamMaster™ (FM): hot and cold milk and milk foam, individually adjustable consistency, integrated cleaning system
- Milk system (MS): hot and cold milk and warm milk foam, exact dosing via milk pump
- Capacity: 5 litre
- Material: Durable, food-grade plastic
Cleaning Systems:
- CleanMaster (CM): fully automatic cleaning system with integrated cleaning cartridge. For outstanding hygiene and unbeatable simplicity, efficiency, and convenience
- EasyClean (EC): automatic cleaning system with manual addition of the cleaning fluid. Perfect hygiene in just a few steps
Options:
- First shot
- Second bean grinder
- Bean hopper: 1 × 2 kg, 2 × 1.2 kg or 2 × 0.6 kg
- One or two separate powder dosing systems 0.6 kg or 1.2 kg (for chocolate or milk powder)
- Coffee grounds chute assembly
- Raised feet (100 mm)
- Steam spout (S1), Autosteam (S2) (enhanced milk foaming) or Autosteam Pro (S3) (automatic milk foaming)
- Second milk type (only with the SU12)
- Cup warmer with 4 heatable trays
- Accounting system (can be used for various payment methods)
Franke A1000
The A1000 is the new standard in fully automatic coffee machines. With this latest innovation, the leading manufacturer Franke is ready to take you to the next level of luxury. The A1000 was created to give all guests their very own little moments of luxury every day. No matter what their favourite coffee might be, the A1000 can fulfill their wishes.
The A1000 features up to 3 precision grinders with long-lasting ceramic grinding discs. A 10″ intuitive touchscreen displays HD video along with sound. Three high performance boilers for hot water, preparing coffee, and steam deliver the high capacity level of the A1000. The A1000 is the perfect solution for restaurants, convenience stores, quick-serve restaurants, schools, and much more
FoamMaster™ and the automatic cleaning system, CleanMaster come standard on the A1000.
- Capacity: Up to 300 cups per day of consistently delicious quality coffee
- Flavour Station: Automatic dosing station for up to 6 flavours
Milk Systems:
- FoamMaster™ (FM): hot and cold milk and milk foam, individually adjustable consistency, integrated cleaning system
- Milk system (MS): hot and cold milk and warm milk foam, exact dosing via milk pump
- Capacity: 5 litre
- Material: Durable, food-grade plastic
Cleaning Systems:
- CleanMaster (CM): fully automatic cleaning system with integrated cleaning cartridge. For outstanding hygiene and unbeatable simplicity, efficiency, and convenience
- EasyClean (EC): automatic cleaning system with manual addition of the cleaning fluid. Perfect hygiene in just a few steps
Features:
- Intuitive touchscreen navigation on 10-inch panel with HD video and sound
- New intelligent refrigeration unit for up to two types of milk with two parallel refrigeration circuits, including FoamMaster™ milk foam
- Patented brew unit
- Up to three grinders
- Three boilers for hot water, coffee preparation, and steam for high capacity levels
- IoT – Access the A1000 from a smartphone or tablet
- Fully automatic cleaning system – CleanMaster
Franke Coffee Systems Product Lineup
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Franke Fully Automatic Espresso Machines – FAQs
What is a Franke fully automatic espresso machine?
Franke’s fully automatic espresso machines—A400, A600, and A1000—are bean-to-cup systems designed for speed, consistency, and premium quality with no barista required. Each model delivers café-level beverages at the touch of a button.
What’s the difference between the Franke A400, A600, and A1000 models?
- Franke A400: Up to 100 cups/day – compact and ideal for offices, boutique hotels, or small cafés.
- Franke A600: Up to 150 cups/day – versatile and great for restaurants, convenience stores, and quick-service spots.
- Franke A1000: Up to 300 cups/day – built for high-volume locations like large hotels, airports, or foodservice chains.
All models offer touchscreen operation, custom drink menus, and consistent quality with minimal training required.
Who are Franke fully automatic espresso machines best suited for?
Franke A400, A600, and A1000 machines are ideal for:
- Convenience stores
- Hotels and hospitality
- Corporate offices
- Restaurants and QSRs
- Self-serve or staff-operated environments
They’re perfect for businesses that want to serve premium espresso drinks with limited staff or barista training.
What utilities do I need for a Franke fully automatic espresso machine?
Each Franke fully automatic model requires:
- Electrical: 208–240V (check specific requirements per model)
- Water line: Cold, filtered water connection
- Drain: Direct waste connection or drip tray container
- Counter space: Allow room for the machine, milk fridge, and optional syrup station
- Network (optional): Ethernet connection for Franke Digital Services and remote updates
DSL can help with layout planning and installation requirements based on your space and volume.
Can I customize drinks on a Franke fully automatic espresso machine?
Yes! Each Franke machine lets you fully customize the drink menu—from espresso strength and milk temperature to cup size and flavour shots. Menus can also be updated remotely via Franke Digital Services (FDS).
Can I use my own beans with a Franke fully automatic espresso machine?
Absolutely. You can use any whole bean coffee in the machine. DSL works closely with coffee roasters and foodservice operators to calibrate machines for your ideal flavour profile.
How do I clean a Franke fully automatic espresso machine?
Franke machines have intuitive cleaning prompts and automated cleaning cycles.
Daily tasks include:
- Inserting the cleaning tablet when prompted
- Running the milk system rinse
- Wiping down external surfaces
- Emptying grounds and drip trays
DSL stocks OEM parts & cleaning supplies and offers auto-ship plans to keep you stocked and running smoothly.
Who do I call if my Franke espresso machine isn’t working?
Call DSL! We’re the exclusive Franke service partner in Western Canada.
- Reach our team 24/7 for emergency service
- Book a service call online
- Depending on the issue, we may schedule a call with our dedicated troubleshooter or dispatch a certified technician
- We only use OEM parts and support every Franke model we sell
Submit a service request or call DSL at 1-800-665-1125.
Where can I buy cleaning supplies and parts for my Franke machine?
You can buy OEM cleaning supplies and replacement parts for your Franke espresso machine directly from the DSL Online Shop. We stock the essentials—like cleaning tablets, descaling solutions, milk system cleaners, and more—all at competitive prices with flat-rate Canadian shipping.
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What is Franke Digital Services (FDS) and how does it work with my machine?
Franke Digital Services (FDS) connects your espresso machine to the cloud, offering:
- Remote menu and price updates
- Cleaning alerts and maintenance logs
- Usage reports and coffee sales data
- Quality compliance (e.g. brew time monitoring)
All you need is an ethernet connection. DSL can help you get set up and make the most of FDS insights.
Why buy a Franke fully automatic espresso machine from DSL?
When you buy from DSL, you’re not just getting a machine—you’re getting full support:
- Factory-trained techs available across Western Canada
- Installation, training, and calibration support
- Preventative maintenance, all-in-one service programs, and auto-ship supply programs
- Online parts shop with flat-rate Canadian shipping
- Access to one of four showrooms to test your coffee on-site
We help businesses deliver premium coffee, cup after cup for the lifetime of the equipment.
