Grindmaster, Crathco, and UNIC brands recently celebrated their 125th anniversary. They started 1865, when a 14-year old boy from Germany immigrated to Chicago to apprentice as a tin- and coppersmith. For over a decade, he learned his craft, mastered techniques, and then began innovating. In 1893, advanced machinery was designed to produce a wide assortment of hot water, coffee, and tea urns, while preserving the quality and workmanship of the handcrafted originals.

They continue to pioneer, offering an unparalleled selection of quality professional beverage equipment to best serve our customers’ needs. From before dinner drinks to after dinner coffee, their mission is to help your business become easy, successful, and profitable.