MCR-6 Uncrating & Installing

Our roastery got a new MCR-6 last week, and we recorded the process of getting it out of the crates and into the space!
Our instructor Lauren asked to help be involved in this installation so she could share her observations and help future customers see what to expect when they receive a new production roaster. In this video, we’re uncrating and installing an MCR-6, but the process will be very similar for Mill City roasters in the 10kg, 15kg, and 20kg sizes as well because they all have a similar layout with the roaster, chaff collector and off-board cooling tray fan off the back corner.
Tools used: forklift, pallet jack, electric drills, a sawzall with a long flexible (reciprocating) blade and short blade, metal shears, allen keys, safety gloves, goggles, ear protection, and lots of encouragement

[@salaahalmutairi9652]

my MCRD-6 just got shipped, cant wait to unbox it. thanks for the tutorial.

[@alebl22]

Thanks for the video, Lauren. Well timed as my 6kg roaster arrives today.

[@brianwmniles]

Just finished unboxing most of our MC-30 today so the timing was perfect to watch this (even though I know it's a little different... and bigger ;) But thanks!

[@embryjj1]

I just got through unboxing my 6kg. The forklifting gave me such anxiety!

[@laurenlathrop6079]

Totally! I was happy to have an expert to help with that part.

[@mariab1429]

How much square footage do you need to operate around this roaster?

[@MillCityRoastersMN]

Fully assembled, the roaster occupies about 40 square feet. The minimum operating space is about 120 square feet.

[@ToddJohnson15]

How does one uncrate the 2kg and lift it to a workbench?

[@MillCityRoastersMN]

Carefully and with gusto. And lots of help. Preferably from a bunch of fit Crossfit guys. instagram.com/p/Cav1E6BAP_N/ Or a local football team.

[@lemonchicken3740]

Do you not get any issue with the two blower going into the one flue?

[@MillCityRoastersMN]

Not the way we do it. Ymmv.

[@lemonchicken3740]

@@MillCityRoastersMN how’s that’s then?

[@MillCityRoastersMN]

If this is a real question, we provide professional installation consultation with the purchase of every roaster or as part of a paid support package for new and used machines from all major roaster manufacturers. Bad amateur installation advice is available for free all over the internet. If you think it's easy, search "roastery fire" and start reading.