Olympia Express Shower Screen for Cremina – from Model Year 2002, Stainless Steel
The Cremina shower screen – the fine stainless steel sieve plate in the brew group that evenly distributes water onto the coffee puck. Important: this screen only fits Cremina models from model year 2002 onwards. Older Cremina machines before 2002 have a different brew group design and require a different component. Original part from Schwanden GL.
What makes this shower screen special
Only for Cremina from 2002 onwards
Olympia revised the Cremina's brew group design in 2002. This shower screen is exclusively compatible with models from this model year. If you have an older Cremina: please contact us briefly before ordering, and we will clarify which spare part fits your model.
Even water distribution as a foundation
The shower screen is the last component through which water flows before it hits the coffee puck. Uniform perforation ensures that the water is distributed evenly across the entire surface of the puck – a prerequisite for clean extraction without channeling.
Wear part in the long-term maintenance cycle
Even with regular cleaning, coffee oils can build up in the perforations over the years. This leads to uneven water distribution – replacing it will restore your Cremina to its honest original condition.
At a glance
| Material |
Stainless steel |
| Function |
Water distribution in the brew group |
| Compatibility |
Olympia Express Cremina from model year 2002 |
| Not compatible with |
Cremina models before 2002 (different brew group design) |
| Origin |
Schwanden, Canton Glarus, Switzerland |
Who this shower screen is for
For all Cremina owners from model year 2002 onwards who want to maintain their machine long-term or renew everything at once during a service appointment. Also useful if you notice channeling issues despite clean distribution – an old shower screen can be the honest reason.
Accessories suitable for brew group maintenance
Brew group gaskets (PU or silicone) as accompanying parts: in the Olympia Express Collection. Complete gasket set for major maintenance: also there. Cleaning powder for regular care: Machine and Grinder Cleaning Collection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the shower screen fit my Cremina?
If your Cremina is from model year 2002 onwards: yes. For older models before 2002, the brew group design was changed, and the screen will not fit. If in doubt: write to us briefly with your model year, and we will clarify before you order.
When should I replace the shower screen?
If you see channeling patterns that are not due to distribution, or if the shower screen remains permanently clogged with coffee oils despite cleaning. With intensive use, approximately every 1–2 years.
Can I replace the shower screen myself?
Yes. Loosen the screw in the brew group, remove the old shower screen, insert the new one, tighten the screw again. If you are unsure, we will be happy to assist you in our showrooms.
Where can I buy or see the shower screen live?
Online via coffeecoachingclub.ch with delivery within 2–4 working days throughout Switzerland and to Liechtenstein. On-site in our showrooms in Bern (Gerberngasse 44, 3011 Bern) and Zurich (Hagenholzstrasse 50b, 8050 Zürich). Click and Collect available.
Roastery Tip
If you've been perfecting your distribution for months and channeling still won't go away: take a look at the shower screen. Sometimes the reason honestly isn't with the barista, but with the component. Our opinion, one of many.
