Orlando Simoneli creates his first espresso coffee machine in Cessapalombo. He names it ‘1936’ after the year of its construction. For the time, it is already an innovative and technically advanced device. It is a 2-group column with electrical heating and mains supply water pressure system.
Simonelli produces the coffee machine ‘Selene’; a technological revolution, it is the first coffee machine in the world with continuous dispensing.
The launch of ‘Eureka’, the machine with innovative design and technology. It is equipped with an oil pump, two 5-litre boilers and a heat exchanger.
Following a management buy-out, the company changes ownership and from ‘Simonelli’ becomes ‘Nuova Simonelli’.
The coffee bar moves into households. ‘Elli’ is the first Nuova Simonelli coffee machine designed for families and small communities. It is equipped with an internal pump, heat exchanger, steam wand and copper boiler. A semi-professional machine with home furnishing design. Much more than just a small electrical appliance.
Presentation of ‘ISX’, the first coffee machine with electronic components. The machine was available in electronic and semi-automatic versions with volumetric dispenser.
The birth of ‘Mia’, the family espresso coffee machine. Unique for its modern, compact and very original design. Even with its very reduced dimensions, it is equipped with a complete system of mechanical parts derived from professional machines.
The arrival of the first super-automatic Nuova Simonelli-branded machine. It’s called ‘Logica’ and is presented as being highly innovative: just press a button and the machine does the rest. The ease of use of this new machine opens the door to new international markets.
The launch of ‘Program’, the first traditional coffee machine equipped with a real on-board computer. The semi-automatic version simplifies basic operations whilst maintaining high quality. The volumetric version uses electronics to program functions, such as automatic on/off, electronic grind control (patented), computer and cash register connection.
Nuova Simonelli presents ‘Yacht Club’, the only professional espresso coffee machine of its kind. The housing, with a tempered glass porthole, is made of natural olive, elm or olive-ash wood. Its image and name make an instant connection with the sea, port bars, sailing clubs, beach resorts and seaside restaurants and hotels.
Nuova Simonelli has affirmed its presence in foreign markets, the USA division is founded in Ferndale, Washington state.
Electronics applied to coffee machines takes a great step forward with the ‘Master’ model. The Master range is made up of Master Coffee, Master Coffee Plus and the cup warmer module Master Cup. Master Coffee is a super-automatic machine with a quantity-control dispenser that helps the barista. It grinds, tamps and dispenses the coffee and ejects the used grounds.
The launch of ‘Oscar’, the semi-professional coffee machine with high-level technical features. It has a thermo-compensated group, a semi-professional portafilter and thermosyphon water heating system.
Nuova Simonelli presents ‘Jazz’, a compact machine that’s easy to use and always clean.
For the Host trade fair in Milan, Nuova Simonelli presents ‘Mythos One’, the on-demand compact machine that guarantees consistent doses and, above all, a better flavour in the espresso.
Nuova Simonelli presents the market with the new ‘Aurelia Wave’ that represents a wave of innovation in the growth of the coffee industry. Aurelia Wave offers new technologies such as Smart Water Technology, eco-sustainability, digital interface, Pulse Jet ergonomics and technology, T3 technology and Pulse-Purge technology.
‘Prontobar Touch’ is presented at the Host trade fair to be acclaimed as the super-automatic machine with the most advanced technology, with elegant and compact style emphasised by its linear design.
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