Fiber optics, spotlights and anti-vandal indicators on show at Host Milano 2025
When it comes to professional coffee machines for the Horeca sector, design and
technical performance are no longer enough. Buyers and designers look for solutions that combine functionality, style and reliability. In this context, light signaling plays a crucial role: it’s not just an aesthetic detail, but a real tool for visual communication, safety and design.
At the next Host Milano trade fair (17–21 October 2025) you’ll see a concrete example: a professional coffee machine fully styled with new-generation lighting components. Fiber optics, precision spotlights and anti-vandal indicators show how every design detail can add real value.
Make your next Horeca machine stand out
The importance of lighting in professional Horeca coffee machines
Lights and indicators don’t just “decorate.” In a professional coffee machine, LEDs, micro spotlights and fiber optics guide the user, signal operating states, ensure safety, and at the same time communicate a design that matches the brand.
In Horeca, where every detail shapes customer perception, lighting becomes a driver of differentiation. A barista can tell a well-designed machine simply by the way light supports every move.
The future of Horeca coffee machines is all about smart, safe and customizable lighting solutions.
Fiber optics: elegance and precision in design
Fiber optics are one of the most effective ways to integrate diffuse light into the design lines of professional coffee machines. At Host Milano you’ll see a demo machine fitted with two side fibers: thin, invisible when switched off, but giving a clear and recognizable light identity when turned on.
The advantage is twofold: aesthetic and functional. Diffused lighting highlights the machine’s lines, boosts perceived quality and never dazzles the operator. Fiber optics let you merge design and function without compromising ergonomics.
Precision spotlights for the dispensing area
One of the most critical spots in every professional coffee machine is the dispensing area over the cup. At the fair you’ll find a prototype fitted with TB012 SDK spotlights placed exactly there.
The result is direct, even light with no glare. Every cup is perfectly visible, improving both the barista’s work and the customer’s experience. A small detail that makes a big difference in premium venues, where coffee preparation is part of the customer journey.
Anti-vandal indicators: safety and reliability
On the machine’s front you’ll see anti-vandal indicators, red and green, showing power-on and operating status. Fixed light, visible from any angle – the perfect example of a technical component built for long-term reliability.
The Horeca sector needs robust solutions, resistant to impact and wear, without sacrificing clarity. Anti-vandal indicators deliver exactly that.
Safety and clarity are non-negotiable in professional Horeca projects.
Lighting components and applications
How do you apply the different lighting components in a professional coffee machine? Here’s a simple scheme for designers and buyers:
| Lighting component | Application in coffee machine | Main benefits |
| Fiber optics | Side lines and profiles | Elegance, diffuse light, low power |
| Spotlights | cup dispensing area | Precision, visibility, aesthetics |
| Anti-vandal indicators | Front panel (power/status) | Robustness, safety, clarity |
Choosing the right mix of lighting components sets the balance between design, functionality and reliability.
Where to see Horeca solutions in action
Talking about lighting for professional coffee machines also means talking about the places where these solutions are tested. Host Milano is one of them: not just a showcase, but a real strategic hub where Horeca producers, designers and buyers explore the technologies that will drive the market.
The numbers prove it: in 2023, over 180,000 professionals from 166 countries chose Host to discover innovations and build partnerships. A unique opportunity for anyone developing high-value components, because it lets you talk directly to decision makers and specifiers.
Host Milano is where ideas turn into partnerships and real projects.
Custom solutions for Horeca designers
Every manufacturer has different needs: no two coffee machines are alike. Custom lighting makes it possible to adapt components to specific designs, tight spaces or unique aesthetics.
If you design for Horeca, you need versatile solutions – and above all, the ability to customize. That goes for fiber optics, spotlights and indicators alike.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the benefits of using fiber optics in a professional coffee machine?
They provide diffuse, elegant, glare-free light. Easy to integrate into the design with low power consumption.
Why use spotlights in the dispensing area?
They give optimal visibility of the cup, improving barista precision and customer experience.
Are anti-vandal indicators really necessary in Horeca machines?
Yes. They ensure safety, durability and resistance even in intensive use, with no risk of breakage or malfunction.
Where can I see these lighting solutions live?
At Host Milano (17–21 October 2025), where a professional coffee machine fitted with fibers, spotlights and indicators will be on display.
Are the lighting solutions compatible with custom machines?
Yes. Components can be integrated into tailored projects, fitting specific sizes and designs.
How much do lighting solutions impact overall machine cost?
The investment is minimal compared to perceived value: lighting improves aesthetics, safety and functionality at limited cost.
Extra tips
- Choose between fixed or modulated light: each fits specific technical and aesthetic needs.
- Use indicators for secondary functions too, like cleaning or maintenance alerts.
- Experiment with color: red and green are standard, but neutral or branded tones strengthen visual identity.
- Think combined systems: fiber optics for the profile, spotlights for dispensing, indicators for safety.
The perfect professional coffee machine isn’t born by chance. It’s the result of smart
integration of lighting solutions. Fiber optics, spotlights and anti-vandal indicators aren’t just components – they’re strategic tools to differentiate your product, enhance design and ensure reliability.
In a competitive Horeca market, where every detail shapes customer perception, light becomes language, signal and signature.
See you at Host Milano 2025!
