> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://thechocolatelife.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Equipping the Ultimate Chocolate / Confectionery Workshop | #PodSaveChocolate Ep99 - URL: https://thechocolatelife.com/an-ultimate-chocolate-confectionery-workshop-podsavechocolate-ep99/ - Published: 2025-02-10T15:26:29.000Z - Updated: 2025-02-12T15:16:42.000Z - Description: Episode 99 explores some options for kitting out a workshop If cost were no object. What equipment would I select to transform cocoa beans into chocolate and make chocolate confectionery items? And why? - Author: Clay Gordon - Tags: PodSaveChocolate, Live Stream **When and Where to Watch** šŸ—“ļø The stream airs at 11:00 ****MST** (10:00 PST, 12:00 CST, 13:00 EST), on Tue, February 11th, 2025. Links below to watch ā€“ or to view the archived episode. Click on this (shareable) link to watch on YouTube. Please subscribe (free!) to the [@PodSaveChocolate YouTube channel](https://www.youtube.com/@podsavechocolate/featured?ref=thechocolatelife.com), like this video, comment, and ****share** this episode to help grow the #PSC community. [Clay Gordon on LinkedIn: #podsavechocolate #lavidacocoa #thechocolatelife #cacao #cocoa #cacauā€¦Episode 99 Overview Episode 99 explores the universe of options kitting out a workshop If cost were no object. What equipment would I select to transformā€¦![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/al2o9zrvru7aqj8e1x2rzsrca-6)LinkedInClay Gordon![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/c45fy346jw096z9pbphyyhdz7-6)](https://www.linkedin.com/posts/claygordon%5Fpodsavechocolate-lavidacocoa-thechocolatelife-activity-7294734706732908544-1gUw?utm%5Fsource=share&utm%5Fmedium=member%5Fdesktop&rcm=ACoAAAABaLUB44l0lzyoZ9nf9Lg8nfstgzLqxbg) This ****LINKEDIN** link is shareable. [Equipping the Ultimate Chocolate / Confectionery Workshop | #PodSaveChocolate Ep99Other event by TheChocolateLife on Tuesday, February 11 2025![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/aGT3gskzWBf-6.ico)#PodSaveChocolate Ep99![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/media-6)](https://fb.me/e/4ubmAGHLR?ref=thechocolatelife.com) This ****FACEBOOK** link is also shareable. --- ## **Episode 99 Overview** I am often asked why I donā€™t have my own chocolate brand. The reasons are complicated but one part of the answer is ultimately simple: money. At this stage in my life and in my career I have *zero* interest in bootstrapping a new business. If someone approached me to build such a brand, I would ask for sufficient capital to: 1. Purchase all of the equipment I want; 2. Build out the facility the way I want; 3. Hire all of the people I need; 4. Buy all the ingredients I need; 5. Contract out all of the professional services I need; AND 6. Operate for three years without needing additional investment This episode of #PodSaveChocolate is an exercise in answering the first question: > Given access to unlimited capital, what equipment would ***I*** purchase to build out a chocolate and confectionery manufacturing facility? This episode will be followed up with an episode on equipping a workshop on a budget. --- The equipment selections will be revealed during the episode and the links will be added in after the episode. ### **1ļøāƒ£: Equipment for Making Chocolate** [PFC-BThe PFC-B series cleaning system effectively removes all foreign bodies so as not to compromise product quality.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/favicon-1.png)Tecno3![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/logo.svg)](https://tecno-3.it/en/product-details/pfc-b-cocoa-bean-and-nuts-cleaning/?ref=thechocolatelife.com) Cleaning [FZ94 Evo Cocoa roaster from Coffee-tech EngineeringFZ94 Evo is Coffee-Techā€™s unique lab roaster that offers total control over the roast process while still maintaining user-friendly operation![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/favicon-6.ico)Coffee-Tech Engineering![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/Evo_Cocoa_web_Icon-scaled-e1703580954252.jpg)](https://www.coffee-tech.com/products/products-cocoa-roasters/fz94-evo-cocoa/?ref=thechocolatelife.com) Shop roaster to develop roast profiles [MP\_R\_Cocoa Bean and nut-RCMP\_R\_Cocoa Bean and nut-RC.pdf4 MBdownload-circle](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/files/2025/02/MP%5FR%5FCocoa-Bean-and-nut-RC-b066d27348a444d0.pdf "Download") [MP\_C\_chocolate\_compounds\_creams-RCMP\_C\_chocolate\_compounds\_creams-RC.pdf3 MBdownload-circle](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/files/2025/02/MP%5FC%5Fchocolate%5Fcompounds%5Fcreams-RC-e6961081259b494d.pdf "Download") --- ### **2ļøāƒ£: Equipment for Making Confectionery *Components*** [QBO - RoboqboINNOVATING FOOD TEK![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/favicon-3.png)Roboqbo![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/logo-Roboqbo-2023-PAYOFF-1.png)](https://www.roboqbo.it/en/q-bo/?ref=thechocolatelife.com) [Qbo in pastry - RoboqboIn collaboration with Leonardo Di Carlo, Roboqbo has created 7 new videos dedicated to pastry: each video tells a specific processing process through a series of recipes created with the Qbo system.Site titleTitlePrimary categorySeparator![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/favicon-4.png)RoboqboRoboqbo![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/roboqbo_banner_SISTEMA_QBO_crema.jpg)](https://www.roboqbo.it/en/qbo-in-pastry-production/?ref=thechocolatelife.com) [Refining machine at 2-3 cylinders | Dellā€™oroRefining machine at 2-3 cylinders DELLā€™ORO company specialized in the construction and sale of machines for pastry and of refining machine at 2-3 cylinders![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/favicon-5.ico)Dell'oro![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/raffinatrice-3-rulli.jpg)](https://delloro.it/en/machines-bakery-pastry-pizza/refining-machine-at-2-3-cylinders/?ref=thechocolatelife.com) Small roll mill ā€“ two and three rolls, granite/steel --- ### **3ļøāƒ£: Equipment for Making Finished Products** ![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/2025/02/CustomEnrobingLine-7d15c6621094c3eb.jpg) This is a custom 40cm enrobing line produced by Oflaz Mechanics in Turkey for a client. [Coating Pan | Candy Coating Drum | Coating Pan ManufacturerRoyce Metal Products Ltd. presents a new standard in copper and stainless steel coating pan for candy, food and pharmaceutical industries.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/screencapture-coatingpan-2020-12-21-12_06_30-1.png)Coating Pancoatingpanadmin![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/chevron-right.png)](https://coatingpan.com/?ref=thechocolatelife.com) [INFINITY AX Fully Automatic Continuous Chocolate Tempering Machine | KeyChoc LtdFully automatic, full-featured, continuous chocolate tempering machine. Tank capacity 60kgs. Flow rate of up to 1000 kgs/hour. Available to buy here.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/favicon-6.png)KeyChoc Ltd![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/Infinity-AX-front-on-Small.jpg)](https://www.keychoc.com/products/infinity-ax/?ref=thechocolatelife.com) Dedicated units for dark/milk/white [INFINITY MX Chocolate Tempering Machine for Inclusions | KeyChoc LtdThe INFINITY MX chocolate tempering machine has been designed specifically to work with inclusions of many different types and sizes. Available to buy. Full details here![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/favicon-5.png)KeyChoc Ltd![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/Infinity-MX-front-view.jpg)](https://www.keychoc.com/products/infinity-mx/?ref=thechocolatelife.com) Working with inclusions ā€“ dedicated batch tempering machines for dark/milk/white [Infinity Series Chocolate Melting Tanks | KeyChoc LtdView the range of KeyChoc melting tanks for chocolate manufacturers. The Infinity MT Series are available in a range of sizes from 250kg to 3000kg. Full details here![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/favicon-9.png)KeyChoc Ltd![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/MT250-touchscreen-300x373.jpg)](https://www.keychoc.com/product-category/keychoc-machinery/melting-tanks/?ref=thechocolatelife.com) Dedicated melting tanks [INFINITY Automatic Solid Chocolate Moulding Line | KeyChoc LtdThe INFINITY AML-2B automatic solid chocolate moulding line produces solid chocolate items using standard moulds. Maximum throughput of 600 moulds per hour.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/favicon-10.png)KeyChoc Ltd![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/IMG_6877B-with-mould-heaterwith-cabinet.jpg)](https://www.keychoc.com/products/infinity-aml-2b-automatic-moulding-line/?ref=thechocolatelife.com) Bar depositing line (but with [Fairbank Engineering ](https://www.fairbankengineering.com/?ref=thechocolatelife.com)depositing head) [Cooling Trolley - 20 Shelves | KeyChoc LtdChocolate mould trolley, 20 shelves![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/favicon-8.png)KeyChoc Ltd![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/20-Shelf-3D.jpg)](https://www.keychoc.com/products/cooling-trolley-20-shelves/?ref=thechocolatelife.com) Mold/tray cooling racks ā€“ in a dedicated cooling room [VONINā€™s One Shot Depositors | Machinery for filled chocolatesOne shot depositors are a solution for those looking for an easy way to produce filled chocolates. Just press the button, take it to cool and it is ready to pack. Like magic.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/apple-touch-icon-1.png)VONIN MĆ”quinas![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/dosadora-one-shot-banner-peq-1-1.jpg)](https://www.voninmaquinas.com.br/en/equipment/one-shot-depositors/?ref=thechocolatelife.com) Small manual and semi-automatic one-shot machines --- ### 4ļøāƒ£: **Equipment for Packaging** [Automatic Bulk Weighing & Filling Hopper Scale Systems - Logical MachinesLogical Machines: affordable bulk weighing & bagging scale systems for small and growing businesses. Perfect for coffee roasters, candy makers & fragile foods.![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/scoop-2013.png)Logical Machines![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/Thumbnail-coffee-beans-1-150x150.jpg)](https://logicalmachines.com/?ref=thechocolatelife.com) [GM 30FSGM 30FS Rotary Sealing Flowpack Machine, GM 30FS Rotary Flowpack Packaging Machine, GM 30FS Flow Wrapper Machine![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/cropped-fav-270x270-2.png)Guvenpack HFFS Flow Pack, Wet Wipes Machine![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/gm30fs_2.webp)](https://www.guvenpack.com/machines/hffs-flowpack/gm-30fs/?ref=thechocolatelife.com) [Ambachtelijk bean to bar![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/icon/favicon-7.png)![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/artikel-2-1.jpg)](https://www.lareka.com/machines/ambachtelijk-bean-to-bar/?ref=thechocolatelife.com) Lareka ā€“ bar wrapping ### 5ļøāƒ£: **Equipment for Cleaning** [BlueEvolution 3 in 1 Commercial Steam Vacuum with UV US SteamvacSteam Pressure Vac & UV light kills 99.9% of germs & baceria without chemicals. Reduce Healthcare Infections, sanitize & clean all surfaces![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)US Steamvac![](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/images/thumbnail/blue_evolution_steam_cleaner.jpg)](https://ussteamvac.com/product/blueevolution-s/?ref=thechocolatelife.com) --- ### **Questions?** If you have questions or want to comment, you can do so during the episode or, if you are a ChocolateLife member, you can add them in the Comments below at ***any*** time. --- ### **More Episode Hashtags** #cocoa #cacao #cacau #chocolate #chocolat #craftchocolate #PodSaveChoc #PSC #LaVidaCocoa #TheChocolateLife --- ### **Future Episodes** šŸ—“ļø ****Tuesday February 18th ā€“ Ep 101** Equipping a chocolate and confectionery workshop on a budget --- ### **#PodSaveChocolate and #TheChocolateLifeLIVE Archives** **To read an archived post** and find the links to watch archived episodes, click on one of the bookmark cards, below. 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