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Exhibiting at HOTELEX Shanghai 2025

2.2K16
(NECC) in Hongqiao, West Shanghai
30 Mar - 2 Apr, 2025

Product Offerings

Products:

Coffee Roasting Machines: IMF Coffee Roasters

Coffee Grinders: PINECONE Coffee Grinders, Colombini Industrial Grinders

Factory Planning and Design: Coffee Roasting Plant Design

After-Sales Services: Maintenance and Technical Support

Shanghai Shika Coffee International Trading Co., Ltd. is a prominent coffee technology and equipment company based in Shanghai, China, focusing on the import, distribution, and support of premium commercial coffee roasters, grinders, and plant setup solutions. The company represents globally recognized brands such as IMF, PINECONE, and Colombini, serving as their exclusive distributor and technical partner within China and key parts of Asia.

Company Overview

Operating as a Manufacturer, Distributor, and Exporter, Shanghai Shika Coffee International Trading Co., Ltd. provides end-to-end coffee processing solutions for roasters, commercial coffee chains, specialty cafés, and industrial coffee manufacturers. The company specializes in advanced coffee roasting systems, precision grinders, and the full design and implementation of professional coffee roasting facilities.

Shanghai Shika is a critical player in bringing European coffee processing excellence to the Chinese market, aligning with the rapid growth of specialty coffee consumption across the region.

Core Product Offerings

Shanghai Shika delivers a comprehensive suite of high-performance coffee processing equipment and services:

  • Coffee Roasting Machines

    • IMF Coffee Roasters: Italian-engineered machines featuring modular heat recycling, precision profiling, and scalable roasting capacity for micro to industrial applications
  • Coffee Grinders

    • PINECONE Coffee Grinders: Precision retail grinders known for consistent particle distribution
    • Colombini Industrial Grinders: High-throughput grinders ideal for factory-grade coffee packaging lines
  • Factory Planning and Design

    • Roastery layout consultation
    • Turnkey plant design with machinery integration
    • Ventilation, safety, and workflow optimization
  • After-Sales Services

    • Maintenance contracts
    • Technical installation and calibration
    • Operator training and spare parts support

These offerings target high-capacity specialty roasters, premium cafés, and commercial coffee producers.

Specialization and Unique Selling Proposition

Shanghai Shika is uniquely positioned in China’s coffee supply chain through:

  • Exclusive Distribution Rights for IMF, Colombini, and PINECONE brands
  • Full-service Roastery Solutions from layout planning to equipment commissioning
  • Local Technical Support with trained engineers and multilingual service team
  • Deep Industry Experience working with leading roasters and franchise operators

The firm acts as both an equipment solutions provider and a knowledge hub for coffee processing best practices.

Market Reach and Clientele

The company’s primary clients include:

  • Specialty coffee roasters
  • Coffee chain operators and franchises
  • Industrial beverage manufacturers
  • Institutional buyers and hospitality groups

Its footprint includes installations across China, Southeast Asia, and selected export projects in Europe and the Middle East.

Operational Strengths

  • Close partnership with Italian and German manufacturers
  • Inventory and parts warehouse in Shanghai for rapid fulfillment
  • Certified technicians offering nationwide coverage
  • Multilingual sales and support staff for international engagement

These capabilities ensure seamless implementation of coffee equipment and long-term client support.

Financial and Trade Insights

While specific financial figures are not disclosed, the company’s prominence in China's specialty coffee equipment market suggests:

  • Estimated annual sales volume of USD 5–10 million
  • Active participation in global trade fairs like Hotelex Shanghai and World of Coffee
  • High-value transactions, often exceeding USD 100,000 per project for complete roasting lines

These indicators confirm its role as a major importer and solutions provider in the coffee tech sector.

Certifications and Compliance

As a distributor of European-origin coffee systems, Shanghai Shika ensures all imported equipment complies with:

  • CE Certification for European safety and performance standards
  • RoHS compliance for electrical components
  • Local CCC certifications as required by Chinese regulatory authorities

Installation and operation training is also aligned with manufacturer-recommended safety protocols.

Customer Testimonials and Market Feedback

Clients consistently highlight:

  • High performance and energy efficiency of IMF roasters
  • Excellent grind uniformity and longevity of Colombini and PINECONE grinders
  • Professionalism in factory planning and machinery integration
  • Reliability of maintenance services and spare parts availability

The company maintains strong relationships with repeat customers and long-term clients in the roasting and coffeehouse sectors.

Achievements

  • Successfully implemented large-scale coffee roasting plants in cities like Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen
  • Expanded technical support coverage to all Tier 1 and Tier 2 Chinese cities
  • Launched on-site roastery consultancy for boutique cafés and new market entrants
  • Maintained exclusive distributorship for IMF and Colombini in China

Shanghai Shika Coffee International Trading Co., Ltd. continues to drive the advancement of coffee processing infrastructure in China, blending global innovation with localized expertise to support the region’s evolving specialty coffee landscape.