LaRhea Professionale Polaris Espresso Machine - 12 & 17 Litre Bioiler
LaRhea Professionale Polaris Espresso Machine - 12 & 17 Litre Bioiler
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The LaRhea Professionale Polaris is a traditional commercial espresso machine that combines an aerodynamic, futuristic aesthetic with robust professional performance. Built around a heavy-duty chrome, black, and wood chassis, it features dynamic side panel LED lighting alongside dedicated barista down-lighting to illuminate the work area. To streamline high-volume service and minimize operator fatigue, the machine incorporates a backlit keypad for simple shot programming and ergonomic lever-style steam valves designed to significantly reduce wrist strain during continuous milk texturing.
Engineered for demanding hospitality environments, the Polaris is available in both 2-group and 3-group plumbed-in configurations to suit varying capacity needs. The 2-group variant houses a generous 12-litre boiler powered by a 2900W element within a 750mm wide footprint (74kg), while the larger 3-group model features a massive 17-litre boiler and a 5300W heating system across a 990mm frame (92kg). Equipped with two dual steam wands, a dedicated hot water outlet, and a standard height of 540mm and depth of 570mm, this versatile unit delivers exceptional thermal stability and reliable speed for busy coffee shops and restaurants.
LaRhea Professionale Polaris Espresso Machine Brochure
LaRhea Professionale Polaris Espresso Machine Product Sheet
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Free! Delivery (Worth £95): 1-3 days Free Standard UK Delivery, Direct from UK Warehouse.
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Free! Bronze Service Plan (Worth £1200): Gives you 1-year parts coverage, labour or call-out fees, direct phone support for quick technical help. Click here for more info about this plan
- Free! Installation, Water Filter and on-site training (Worth £350)
- Free! 3kg of MONT58 Sustainable Coffee Beans (Worth £150): Start your journey with premium beans on us.
- 5 Trees planted with every order of LaRhea Professionale Polaris Espresso Machine - With our environmental Project through Ecologi.
Features
Aerodynamic & Futuristic Design: Features an eye-catching chrome, black, and wood chassis paired with dynamic side-panel LED illumination.
Dedicated Barista Lights: Down-facing work area LEDs ensure maximum clarity during espresso extraction and drink preparation.
Backlit Keypad Interface: Easy-to-use electronic dosing keypads for fast, precise volumetric shot programming.
Ergonomic Lever Steam Valves: Robust lever-style steam controls designed to minimize wrist strain for busy baristas during high-volume service.
Dual Steam & Hot Water Capability: Equipped with two stainless-steel steam wands and a dedicated hot water dispenser for teas and Americanos.
Plumbed Water Line: Direct mains connection for continuous,
Specification for LaRhea Professionale Polaris Espresso Machine
| Feature | 2-Group Model | 3-Group Model |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 540 mm x 750 mm x 570 mm | 540 mm x 990 mm x 570 mm |
| Weight | 74 kg | 92 kg |
| Boiler Capacity | 12.0 Litres | 17.0 Litres |
| Power Consumption | 2900 W | 5300 W |
| Finish / Colour | Chrome / Black / Wood | Chrome / Black / Wood |
| Input / Control | Backlit Keypad | Backlit Keypad |
| Lighting | Side Panel & Barista Workstation LEDs | Side Panel & Barista Workstation LEDs |
| Steam Wands | 2 | 2 |
| Hot Water Outlets | 1 | 1 |
| Water Connection | Plumbed Mains Supply | Plumbed Mains Supply |
Why the laRhea Professionale Polaris is a Smart Commercial Investment
In demanding hospitality environments, maintaining speed, consistency, and barista comfort during peak rush hours is critical to profitability. The laRhea Professionale Polaris bridges high-capacity operational demands with barista-level drink execution. Engineered as a heavy-duty, programmable commercial espresso machine, it gives venue operators, busy cafes, and restaurants a versatile platform to elevate their coffee offering while delivering continuous, high-volume output.
Key Commercial Advantages
1. Aerodynamic Aesthetics & Integrated Barista Lighting Featuring an eye-catching chrome, black, and wood chassis, the Polaris serves as a visually captivating centerpiece behind any counter or service station. The machine incorporates dynamic side-panel LED illumination alongside dedicated down-facing barista work-area LEDs to ensure maximum visibility during espresso extraction and drink preparation under any ambient lighting.
2. Backlit Keypad Interface for Fast Shot Programming Equipped with an intuitive backlit electronic dosing keypad system, the machine enables staff to pull consistent, pre-programmed espresso volumes with a single touch. This visual interface makes high-volume service fast and straightforward, reducing barista training time and beverage preparation errors during peak rush hours.
3. Ergonomic Design & High-Capacity Boiler Setup Built specifically to minimize operator fatigue and handle relentless daily demand:
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Ergonomic Lever Steam Valves: Features robust lever-style steam controls designed to significantly reduce wrist strain and repetitive motion fatigue for baristas during continuous milk texturing.
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Scalable Commercial Power: Available in 2-group (2900W element / 12-litre boiler) and 3-group (5300W element / 17-litre boiler) configurations. The massive boiler capacities and high-power heating systems ensure exceptional thermal stability and fast recovery for pulling shots and steaming milk simultaneously.
4. Continuous Plumbed Operation and Dedicated Outlets Built for non-stop commercial use, the Polaris connects directly to a plumbed mains water supply, eliminating manual refilling delays. It includes 2 stainless-steel steam wands for simultaneous milk frothing alongside a dedicated independent hot water outlet for quick tea and Americano service without flavor cross-contamination.
Delivering Long-Term Value
Available in compact 750mm (2-group) or expanded 990mm (3-group) footprints, the laRhea Professionale Polaris packs high-volume commercial capability into a streamlined frame. By combining ergonomic barista-focused controls, high-capacity steam recovery, and dynamic LED styling, this unit lowers service bottlenecks while providing a premium, customizable coffee experience across any busy commercial venue.
About the Brand Rhea
Rhea Vendors Group is an iconic Italian manufacturer that has been pioneering automated coffee and beverage solutions since 1960. Renowned for combining 100% Made in Italy craftsmanship with cutting-edge engineering, the brand is famous for elevating the automated coffee experience through high-end industrial design and proprietary tech like Varitherm induction heating and Variflex brewing systems. Operating in over 90 countries, Rhea bridges the gap between commercial efficiency and authentic barista-quality espresso, making it a global benchmark for premium workplace, hospitality, and self-service coffee solutions.
