fluid-bed roasters
oklahoma-built convection and drum roasters since 1983.
oklahoma city, usafounded 1983visit us roaster corp
US Roaster Corp has been building fluid-bed roasters in Oklahoma City since 1983, making them one of the older American names in air roasting. their Revelation line sits in the middle ground between hobbyist machines and high-volume production setups, with models spanning 5 kg to 25 kg batch capacities. the company focuses on hybrid heating systems and includes profile logging controls across their range. fluid-bed design means faster roast times and simpler mechanics compared to drum roasters, though you trade some of the conductive heat control that drum folks prefer. US Roaster Corp machines use electric heating elements (six spirals in documented configurations) and rely on forced air to suspend and roast the beans. they're built in the USA and designed for roasters who want the speed and consistency of air roasting without stepping up to industrial-scale equipment. the Revelation series works for small production roasteries, cafes adding roasting capability, or experienced home roasters moving into light commercial territory. if you're committed to drum roasting or need to push past 25 kg batches, look elsewhere.
fluid-bed roasters heat the air first, then blow it through the bean mass to suspend and roast the coffee. drum roasters heat a metal drum that transfers heat by contact and some convection. fluid-bed gives you faster roast times, simpler mechanics (fewer moving parts), and more direct convective heat. drums offer more conductive heat control, longer development windows, and are generally preferred for larger batch sizes. fluid-bed machines typically roast 30-50% faster, which affects your production schedule and how you approach profile development. the learning curve is different, not necessarily easier.
roasters who want American-made fluid-bed equipment in the 5 to 25 kg range. the M5 suits cafes adding roasting capability, small batch roasters, or serious home roasters going commercial. the M25 fits small production roasteries that need faster throughput than drum roasters provide at that capacity. both models include profile logging, so you can track and repeat roasts. if you're already committed to drum roasting or need batches larger than 25 kg, these won't fit. they're hybrid heat source machines, so confirm your facility can support the electrical and ventilation requirements before buying.
fluid-bed roasters generally have fewer moving parts than drum machines, which simplifies maintenance. US Roaster Corp models use electric heating elements and a blower motor as the primary mechanical components. you'll need to clean the roasting chamber, cooling vessel, and chaff collection regularly. the electric spirals should be inspected for wear and function. the blower motor and any agitator mechanisms need periodic bearing checks and lubrication. because there's no rotating drum with complex drive systems, you avoid some of the bearing and belt maintenance that drum roasters require. plan for annual deeper cleaning and element inspection.
the directory is yours to explore, and the passport is free.
save the spots you find. build your coffee passport. follow roasters you rate.
gofilter by city, brew method, vibe, and nri score. 129,000+ indie cafes.
gocurated guides to every major coffee city, ranked by merit, no paid placement.
godescribe what you're craving, our ai matches you to the right cup.
go