Rhinowares Thumpa 860 Knock Box Tube – Floor-Standing

The Rhinowares Thumpa 860 is a floor-standing knock box tube designed for commercial espresso operations where countertop space is limited and service volume is high. Rather than the shallow knock drawers commonly found beneath or beside domestic and light-duty espresso machines, this unit sits on the floor next to the machine, accepting spent pucks directly and holding a significantly greater volume of grounds before it needs emptying.

In practice, this makes a noticeable difference during a busy café service. A conventional knock drawer needs emptying several times across a rush; the Thumpa's tall tube format means staff can focus on pulling shots rather than managing waste. The rubber knock bar absorbs the impact of the portafilter, reducing the sharp metallic noise that can carry across a quiet café environment and helping to protect the portafilter handle from repeated hard contact over time.

A few practical benefits worth noting:

• Floor-standing design frees up worktop space around the espresso machine
• Accepts standard refuse sacks, making emptying straightforward without tipping or carrying loose grounds
• Moulded from high-density, shock-resistant polyethylene — handles daily knocking without cracking or deforming
• Rubber knock bar reduces noise and protects portafilter handles during service
• Weighs 10kg, giving a stable, planted feel during use

Installation is simple — there are no utilities required. The unit stands independently and can be positioned wherever it fits your workflow. It is worth measuring the space beside your machine before ordering, as the tube format takes up floor area rather than counter area, and clearance for a refuse sack liner should be factored in.

This knock box is well suited to independent cafés, coffee bars, and restaurant pass areas running continuous espresso service where a compact countertop knock drawer has proven inadequate. For very high-volume operations with multiple group heads running simultaneously, it is worth considering whether a larger or more heavy-duty solution might better match your throughput.

If you are unsure whether this format suits your setup or want to talk through how it fits into your bar layout, the team is happy to help you work it out before you order.