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Thermoplan Black&White4 CTM / CTM RL
Full-size · Automatic milk
Thermoplan Black&White4 CTM / CTM RL
Coffee · Tea · Milk · Thermoplan item 59000.0004 (CTM RL)
One-touch espresso and fresh milk drinks, hot or cold, with no barista needed.
- One-touch lattes, cappuccinos and cold foam drinks
- Two grinders and two bean hoppers for a house blend and a decaf
- RL version: built-in 9 L fridge for two kinds of milk
- 24 g brew chamber and dual boiler built for 500+ drinks a day
- Delivered, installed and serviced by Bean and Brew Technologies
Choose a configuration
$24,705 machine only, plus installation
Download the datasheet and tender specs ↓
- Installedby our own technicians
- Local serviceNJ, NY, CT and PA
- Financingfor qualified businesses
500+Drinks per day
140Cappuccinos per hour
2Milks with the RL fridge
1-TouchEspresso, milk drinks and tea
About This Machine
What is the Thermoplan Black&White4 CTM / CTM RL?
The Black&White4 CTM grinds, brews and textures fresh milk in one step. Anyone on your team, or your guests themselves, can press one button for a latte, cappuccino, flat white or cold foam drink. Choose the RL version for a built-in milk fridge that holds two kinds of milk.
Who the CTM is for
- Hotels, breakfast rooms and lobby cafes
- Corporate offices and workplace coffee programs
- Airport and airline lounges
- Convenience stores, travel plazas and self-serve stations
- Busy cafes that want speed without extra barista staff
Why choose the CTM
- Every milk drink is made at one touch, so anyone can serve it
- Hot and cold milk foam for lattes, cappuccinos and iced drinks
- RL fridge keeps two milks, such as whole and oat, cold inside the machine
- Cup and bean detection help self-serve stations run without staff
Key Features
Built for busy coffee programs
Automatic milk
Thermoplan's patented milk system textures fresh milk hot or cold for every drink at the touch of a button.
Two milks
The RL fridge holds two milk types, so you can offer dairy and a plant-based option from one machine.
Dual grinders
Run two coffees side by side, such as an espresso blend and a decaf, and keep up during rushes.
Self-serve ready
Automatic outlet with cup detection and bean detection, so guests can serve themselves safely.
High-volume hardware
A 24-gram brew chamber and dual boiler system made for 500+ drinks a day.
Modular design
Brewing and hydraulic modules swap out quickly, so a repair means hours of downtime, not days.
Technical Specifications
CTM specifications
Machine
| Operation | 1-step (one-touch milk drinks) |
| Grinders | 2 |
| Bean hoppers | 2 x 3.75 lb (1.7 kg) |
| Milk | Automatic, hot and cold foam |
| Milk fridge | RL: built-in 9 L, two milks. UT: your under-counter fridge |
| Extras | Cup detection, bean detection, ambient water, telemetry |
Output per hour
| Espresso | 240 |
| Coffee | 200 |
| Cappuccino | 140 |
| Tea | 120 |
| Daily rating | 500+ drinks |
Electrical
| Power | 208 V, 60 Hz, single phase |
| Rating | 5,000 W / 24 A |
| Approvals | NSF, UL |
Size and install
| CTM2 RL (W x D x H) | 23.6 x 23.6 x 25.4 in, 187 lb (85 kg) |
| CTM2 / UT (W x D x H) | 12.6 x 23.6 x 25.4 in, 128 lb (58 kg) |
| Connections | Water line and drain |
| Made in | Switzerland |
Output depends on cup size and drink settings. Every Black&White4 needs a dedicated electrical circuit, a water line with filtration and a drain. Built in Switzerland, 1-year parts warranty.
Downloads
CTM datasheets and documents
Official Thermoplan documents for planning your counter, power and water, and for training your staff.
DatasheetBlack&White4 CTM RL datasheetDimensions, counter cut-outs, power and water requirements. 1 page · PDF · 581 KB
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Tender specsCTM / CTM RL tender specificationsFull written specifications for bids and purchasing. 2 pages · PDF · 271 KB
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Need the technical service manual or a document that isn't listed? Ask us and we'll send it.
Compare
How the CTM compares
| Black&White4 CTM / CTM RL | Black&White4 CTM P RL | Black&White4 CTS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milk | Automatic, one touch | Automatic, one touch | Steam wand (barista) |
| Built-in fridge | RL: 9 L, two milks | 9 L, two milks | None |
| Chocolate / powder | No | Yes | No |
| Width | 12.6 in (23.6 in with fridge) | 27.2 in | 16.2 in |
| Price | From $17,730 | $27,240 | $21,670 |
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Why Buy From Us
One local team from install to every service call
When you buy from Bean and Brew Technologies, the same NJ technicians who install your Thermoplan program it, train your staff and keep it running for years to come.
- Site checkWe confirm power, water, drain and counter space before you order.
- InstallationDelivery, connection to your water supply, water filtration and setup by our technicians.
- Drink programmingWe set up your menu and train your staff on daily cleaning.
- Local serviceRepairs and preventive maintenance across NJ, NY, CT and PA.
Get A Quote
Price the CTM for your business
Tell us about your location and drink volume. We'll confirm the right configuration and send a quote that includes installation.
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What happens next
- We review your request and call to discuss drink volume, menu and space.
- You get a written quote for the machine, installation and filtration.
- We check your site's power, water and drain before you order.
FAQ
Thermoplan CTM questions
What does CTM mean?
CTM stands for Coffee, Tea and Milk. It is a one-step machine: espresso, coffee, milk drinks and tea all come out at the touch of a button, with no steam wand or barista skills needed.
What is the difference between CTM, CTM2, UT and RL?
CTM2 means the machine has two grinders, which is standard in the US. UT means it connects to your own under-counter milk fridge. RL means it has a built-in refrigerated milk module (about 9 liters) that holds two kinds of milk.
Can it make iced and cold foam drinks?
Yes. The milk system makes hot and cold milk foam, so you can serve iced lattes and cold foam drinks as well as hot ones.
Can it serve dairy and non-dairy milk?
Yes. The CTM2 RL holds two milks in its built-in fridge, and the UT version connects to two milks in an under-counter fridge.
CTM or CTS: which should I choose?
Choose the CTM if anyone on staff, or customers themselves, will make the drinks. Choose the CTS if you have baristas and want hand-steamed milk and latte art.
Is the CTM the same as a BUNN CTM?
Yes, it is the same platform. Machines sold in the US under BUNN names, such as Bunn CTM or Black&White4 CTM-RL 59000.0004, were made by Thermoplan in Switzerland.
Is this the espresso machine Starbucks uses?
Not exactly. Starbucks uses the Mastrena, which Thermoplan also makes. The Black&White4 comes from the same Swiss manufacturer and is built for the same kind of high-volume service.
What do I need to install it?
A dedicated 208 V, 24 A circuit, a water line with filtration and a drain. We check your site before you order, then deliver, connect it to your water supply, program your drinks and train your staff.
Do you offer financing?
Yes. Equipment financing is available for qualified businesses. Ask about it when you request a quote.
Do you service Thermoplan machines?
Yes. Our technicians repair and maintain Thermoplan machines across NJ, NY, CT and PA. See our service rates and maintenance service.
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