Anhui RealTech Machinery Unveils AI Coffee Bean Sorter at Shanghai Coffee & Tea Expo, Setting New Standards in Intelligent Sorting

Shanghai, China – March 30 – April 2, 2026 – The 34th Shanghai International Hospitality Equipment & Food Service Expo (HOTELEX Shanghai) opened at the National Exhibition and Convention Center, highlighting the latest innovations in the foodservice and hospitality industry. Anhui RealTech Machinery Co., Ltd (Booth No. 2.2L52, 2nd Floor, Hall 2), a leading provider of intelligent sorting solutions, made a prominent appearance by unveiling its newly developed V360/V680 LD32AI coffee bean sorter.

Redefining Coffee Bean Sorting with AI

RealTech Machinery’s booth attracted widespread attention from coffee industry professionals. The live demonstration of the V360/V680 LD32AI optical sorter showcased its advanced performance, smart operation, and potential to transform coffee processing.

*Precision Defect Detection with AI: Equipped with advanced AI deep-learning algorithms and ultra-high-definition imaging, the sorter identifies and removes defective beans—moldy, immature, insect-damaged, or black—as well as impurities such as stones and glass. Even the tiniest defects are detected, overcoming the limitations of traditional sorters and ensuring consistent, premium-quality beans.

*High-Speed Sorting for Scalable Production: The V360/V680 LD32AI offers rapid, high-throughput sorting without sacrificing precision, helping producers meet growing market demand while improving operational efficiency.

*Adaptive Intelligence: The sorter continuously learns from sample data, refining its sorting model over time. This adaptive capability allows it to handle diverse coffee bean varieties and consistently enhance performance, delivering long-term value to users.

Driving Quality Standards in China’s Coffee Industry

China’s coffee industry is shifting from rapid growth to high-quality development, with growers in emerging regions like Yunnan and specialty roasters seeking higher-grade beans and consistent quality.

"The primary processing stage plays a crucial role in determining coffee flavor and value," said the Technical Director of Anhui RealTech Machinery Co., Ltd. "Our AI-powered sorter helps customers upgrade from commodity-grade to premium-grade beans, while reducing labor costs and waste, and enhancing brand reputation and market competitiveness."

Strong On-Site Recognition

Executives, buyers, and industry experts from both domestic and international markets praised the V360/V680 LD32AI for its precision and smart capabilities. Several companies expressed immediate interest in collaboration, recognizing the sorter as a key solution for improving coffee processing efficiency and quality.

Looking Ahead

RealTech Machinery’s showcase at HOTELEX Shanghai reinforces its leadership in intelligent sorting technology. The company will continue investing in R&D to deliver smarter, more efficient, and reliable sorting solutions, supporting the standardization and premium development of the coffee industry in China and globally.