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TYPES OF SERVERS
Satellite servers come in all shapes and sizes and with various
features. The most basic satellite server is the customary
black TF Server. Some come with visual or digital fill gauge for
ease of use for operators and others come with those features
and in addition a soft heat system to keep the brewed coffee at
the optimal serving temperature without burning the contents.
Decanters
Satellite Servers
These insulated servers are perfect for brewing a batch of coffee
for service in another location or for lower turnover needs when
brewing pots of coffee. Brewers can brew into an airpot and, with
a push button or lever action, will dispense a hot cup quickly and
easily. These are great for buffet or self-service applications. The
challenge with air pots is that it is not easy to identify when they
need to refilled so do require staff to monitor regularly.
Air Pots
This is traditional coffee pot in glass or plastic 64 oz decanter.
These decanters require a heating element to keep the coffee
warm and, as such, if they are left for long periods, the coffee
will burn. Therefore, they are meant for high turn-over needs.
Tim Hortons used the “Always Fresh” every 20 minutes slogan
so customers knew it was fresh, not sitting in a decanter
for hours. Decanter coffee service is popular in diners and
breakfast establishments to keep up with the demand for
coffee.