Merlo

Coffee roasting operations rely heavily on dependable compressed air to support production processes, controls, and ancillary equipment. Any disruption to air supply has the potential to interrupt production schedules, impact product quality, and create avoidable downtime.

Merlo Coffee required a system that would:

• Deliver consistent, reliable compressed air for roasting operations
• Be installed to appropriate standards for a food-grade environment
• Support long-term operational reliability through proactive maintenance
  

The challenge was to implement a new system that met these requirements while ensuring minimal disruption to day-to-day operations.

QCAS worked closely with the Merlo Coffee team to understand the operational demands of the roasting facility and the performance requirements of the compressed air system.

The project involved:

• Supplying and installing new compressors sized appropriately for the application
• Designing and installing new compressed air pipework to ensure efficient airflow and reliable distribution
• Completing all works with a focus on installation quality, safety, and suitability for a food and beverage environment
  

Following installation, QCAS established a yearly maintenance program to ensure the system continues to operate efficiently, reliably, and in line with best-practice maintenance standards.

This lifecycle approach ensures potential issues are identified early, system performance is maintained, and unplanned downtime risks are reduced.

The new compressed air system has provided Merlo Coffee with a reliable and well-configured air supply that supports ongoing roasting operations with confidence.

Key outcomes include:

• Improved system reliability and operational stability
• A professionally installed pipe network designed for long-term performance
• Reduced risk of unexpected breakdowns through structured annual maintenance
• Ongoing partnership support rather than reactive, one-off servicing
  

With the system now supported by a scheduled maintenance program, Merlo Coffee has greater visibility over system condition and confidence in the reliability of its compressed air assets.