
Multitasking is a concept that originated in the computer engineering industry. It has, however, been applied far beyond computerese, including fields such as the manufacture of kitchen appliances. One such tool is the KoMo Grain Grinder and Flaker Mill. As is obvious from its name, the Duett can grind grains into fine flour for your breads or cakes, and can also flake them if you would rather have muesli.
The Duett is actually the result of the marriage of a KoMo Classic grain mill with the FlocMan grain flaker into a single casing. The grain grinder on the right side of the combo machine has a hopper capacity of over 2 lb. The grain drops into a grinding chamber consisting of ceramic and corundum millstones with a diameter of 3.35 inches.
The millstones are powered by an industrial grade 360-watt electric motor. In spite of its power, it runs quietly generating a noise level of only 70 decibels, a level slightly louder than normal conversation.
You can grind all types of dry grain with the Duett, including hard and soft wheat, rice, oat groats, spelt, buckwheat, barley, quinoa, rye, millet, amaranth, and sorghum. Spices, lentils, and beans such as pinto, kidney, red, and garbanzos can also be processed.
The flaker runs on a separate machine so you can do your grinding and flaking at the same time, qualifying it as a true multitasker. Its hopper has a capacity of over 1 lb. As its tapered stainless steel rollers do not have to work as hard as the millstones, its motor is less powerful than the grinder’s. Still, it is strong enough to flake oats at a rate of 2.8-3.5 oz per minute. Like the grinder’s motor, it is also a quiet operator.
Except for corn, the flaker flattens all kinds of grains. It can also be used to crush oil seeds, such as poppy or linseed, and certain spices. A ceramic bowl is included with the unit for catching flaked grains.
One advantage of opting for the KoMo Duett Grain Grinder and Flaker Mill is that it costs less that buying the Classic and FlocMan separately.
Dimensions are approximately 16″ H x 8.7″ D x 13″ W.








