Exhibiting at HOTELEX Shanghai 2025

Huizhou Gaobi Baking Equipment Co., Ltd., operating under the brand name KOLB, is a premier manufacturer of professional baking equipment, located in Huizhou, Guangdong Province, China. With a German-Swiss heritage and a strong commitment to engineering precision, KOLB delivers innovative baking solutions that serve artisan bakeries, industrial food producers, hotel chains, and restaurant groups globally.

Brief History

Founded with a mission to blend European baking technology with Chinese manufacturing efficiency, KOLB has grown into one of Asia’s leading suppliers of commercial baking equipment. Under the leadership of Hartmut Hans Stefan Goy, the company has established a strong brand presence across Asia-Pacific and the Middle East, supporting clients with advanced baking technologies and comprehensive service models.

Core Business

KOLB’s business operations are centered around:

• Design and manufacture of professional baking equipment
• Sales and export of full bakery solutions
• After-sales service, training, and installation support

The company emphasizes energy efficiency, space optimization, and uniform baking performance in its product development strategy.

Product and Service Offerings

KOLB offers a wide range of high-performance baking solutions, including:

• Atollspeed Rapid Oven: High-speed hybrid oven for foodservice operations requiring fast cooking with crisp results
• Laguna Deck Oven: Traditional deck ovens for artisan bakeries offering precision temperature control
• Atoll Convection Oven: Energy-efficient ovens ideal for baking bread, pastries, and light meals
• Tornado Rotary Oven: Suitable for large-scale baking operations with high batch consistency
• Pizza Ovens: Specialized ovens with stone or conveyor configurations
• Proofing Cabinets and Blast Chillers: Temperature-controlled units to manage dough fermentation and cooling cycles

These systems are modular and scalable, designed to meet the needs of both start-up bakeries and industrial-scale operations.

Specialisation and Core USP

KOLB’s unique selling points include:

• Swiss-German engineering standards integrated into all design and production workflows
• Compact, multi-functional designs to suit urban and space-constrained kitchen environments
• Energy-saving technologies for lower operational costs and environmental impact
• Customization services for OEM partners and multi-outlet bakery chains

Each piece of equipment undergoes rigorous quality testing and complies with international food safety and electrical standards.

Financials and Shipment Records

While specific revenue figures are not publicly listed, KOLB:

• Has a broad distribution network across over 25 countries
• Supports several hundred bakery projects globally each year
• Is featured in major foodservice equipment expos including Hotelex Shanghai and Gulfood Manufacturing Dubai

This export record demonstrates the company's ability to fulfill both bespoke and standardized bulk orders efficiently.

Target Market

The brand serves a diverse clientele including:

• Artisan and commercial bakeries
• Café and pastry chains
• Hotel and hospitality groups
• Institutional foodservice operations (airlines, schools, hospitals)

KOLB’s equipment is especially favored by clients who demand European-grade baking quality with localized service support in Asia.

Capabilities

The Huizhou manufacturing facility is equipped with:

• Advanced CNC machining centers
• In-house metal processing and assembly workshops
• R&D labs for baking performance testing
• Training centers for customer education and recipe testing

These facilities enable the production of complex, high-quality equipment with rapid prototyping capabilities for custom solutions.

Certifications and Compliance

KOLB equipment complies with:

• CE Certification for EU market standards
• ISO 9001 for quality management systems
• IEC/UL standards for electrical safety (on request)

Products are designed and validated to meet HACCP and NSF guidelines for food contact safety and hygiene.

Customer Testimonials

KOLB customers often highlight:

• Superior baking results compared to local alternatives
• Ease of operation and minimal maintenance
• Strong after-sales support, including technical training and spare parts availability

The company’s proofing and high-speed oven series are frequently praised for enabling new menu concepts and improving bakery workflow.

Major Achievements

• Successfully installed baking systems in over 1,500 bakeries worldwide
• Developed a full digital interface and control suite for precision baking
• Recognized as a preferred baking equipment brand by international café and bakery franchises in Asia

Huizhou Gaobi Baking Equipment Co., Ltd. (KOLB) continues to redefine commercial baking with high-performance, ergonomic, and customizable equipment solutions that support artisanal craftsmanship and industrial productivity alike.