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The new La Marzocco Strada commercial espresso machine for the first time with its advanced technology gives the barista total control of the brewing pressure and pre-infusion at all points of extraction.

With cumulative input from baristas, marketing experts and technicians who gathered from around the globe, the Strada was born. Considering such factors as: user friendliness, design, ergonomics, programmability, serviceability, as well as the quality of espresso in the cup were but a few of the key topics extensively researched during the development of the Strada.

Using the semi-automatic Mechanical Paddle (MP) version the barista can directly control the pressure and flow of water thus, allowing progressive pre-infusion of coffee grounds. The Electronic Paddle (EP) version electronically controls the gear pumps that provide precise, progressive pressure which once programmed can be easily duplicated for brewing  consistency.

The world class Strada is a baristas dream come true that is suitable for any espresso coffee café setting.

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The Elektra Micro Casa is an outstanding espresso machine that brews incredible espresso all with the pull of a lever, which activates a spring actuated piston. This action forces pressurized water through the espresso coffee grounds extracting delicious rich espresso topped with abundant mouth watering crema. Some individuals contest that brewing with a lever operated machine is both difficult and cumbersome. However, this is not the case with the Elektra Micro Casa, since its spring loaded piston provides consistent pump pressure from one pull to the next. For exceptional espresso, cappuccino and lattés from a beautifully styled machine choose an Elektra Micro Casa Model Art-S1C Chrome espresso machine.

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The New Saeco Xelsis line of automatic espresso machines have been developed to please the most discerning espresso enthusiasts. With its ability to brew your unique preferences similar to those you enjoy at your favorite espresso café, the Xelsis delivers delicious espresso coffee right in your very own kitchen.

Utilizing high quality materials such as stainless steel and chrome the Xelsis Digital ID is certain to provide many years of reliable service.

Not only will your new Saeco Xelsis Digital ID espresso coffee machine look great in most any kitchen setting, all the same it will brew some of the best espresso, cappuccino or latte coffee drinks you have ever tasted.

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With a new Gaggia Accademia espresso machine you will soon be brewing espresso coffee beverages like a true barista. Should your favorite be a traditional espresso, a rich creamy cappuccino or a mouth watering latte, the Accademia can create all these and more.

With two separate boilers, one for the actual espresso the other for maintaining a plentiful supply of steam or hot water thus reducing any boiler recovery time.

 The Accademia also comes equipped with an integrated auto-cappuccino container. This external milk management system was designed with cappuccino, latte, caffè ristretto and macchiato drinkers in mind.

All said and done with its customizable memory which allows control of espresso strength, volume and milk parameters, ceramic burr coffee grinder, built-in Brita water filtration system and stylish great looks the Gaggia Accademia  is an espresso lovers dream come true.

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Making the correct selection between practicality and brewing a great espresso has never been easier. With a Gaggia Platinum Vogue espresso coffee machine compromise is a thing of the past. With a classy sleek design, a technological advanced brew group the Vogue is as easy to look at as it is to operate. The simplistic lines of the Gaggia Vogue blend well in most environments from your family kitchen to your personal office. The Vogue brews exceptional espresso with abundant crema at just the right temperature.

With features like a stainless steel cup warmer, along with the ability to adjust the cup tray to the proper height for dispensing are but a few of the features that make the Gaggia Platinum Vogue espresso machine an exceptional value.

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The Gaggia Espresso Maker

November 29, 2010

The year is 1947 and Achille Gaggia is at the threshold of inventing an totally new concept of brewing espresso coffee. Giggia’s innovative design introduced an entirely new process of extracting coffee. This new modern coffee machine extracted what became to be known as espresso coffee by means of a pressurized piston. Unlike previous espresso machines which used steam as a means of extraction this new piston driven machine delivered a true espresso, rich with a topping of heavy crema.  These inventions lead the way thereby changing espresso machine design considerably. Progressing from the standard of the industry, the long-established lever operated piston machine to today’s super automatic machines.

During 1977 the Gaggia company began producing espresso makers for use in the home environment therefore; individuals were able to enjoy café quality espresso in the comfort of their home.

With a continual pledge to excellence, the Gaggia espresso maker remains at the forefront of espresso innovation, which is reflected in there unrivaled value and expertise.

Gaggia’s domestic lines of espresso machines deliver cutting edge technology, original style and a long company history of outstanding craftsmanship.

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From one of Italy’s most famous makers of espresso machines comes the New Super Automatic Gaggia Brera. The Brera is as practical as it is stylish. With an easy to maintain stainless steel front panel and a smaller footprint than most machines within its category this machine requires a minimal amount of counter space and adds a touch of class to your kitchen.

With the Brera, brewing your favorite espresso coffee beverage is both convenient and easy. All primary functions of this machine are accessible from the front. Therefore, filling of the bean hopper, water tank and disposal of spent coffee grounds are quick and well located.

Brera’s large color coded display panel with dedicated push button icons for all primary functions such as grinding of the beans, espresso brewing and steaming and frothing functions are uncomplicated and user friendly.

The Gaggia Optidose feature allows the user to control the intensity of the espresso beverage; In addition this machine also memorizes your choice of beverage volume thereby making it relatively easy to customize your favorite espresso or cappuccino.

With it’s built in ceramic grinder, achieving your optimal fineness of grind without the danger of burning the ground beans is now possible. The Brera automatically adjusts the time the beans are ground thus delivering the precise amount of coffee chosen.

The new Gaggia Brera black espresso machine is a great choice for busy individuals who desire exceptional espresso coffee without all the hassle.

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It has long been more than just an objective to supply the best commercial espresso machines available. La Marzocco excels in this challenge to bring forth extensive client care programs with the support of an intercontinental network of industrialized specialists.

La Marzocco provides its clients with machine installation, delivery to your location, training of your staff, multiple language operational directives and training aids.  With comprehensive uniform parts costs and service rates, supplementary warranties and pre-emptive maintenance programs are just a few ways La Marzocco provides the desired support to ensure its customers success in the espresso coffee trade.

At La Marzocco we go-all-out to exceed our customers expectations, be it an inquiry to personalize or the addition of specialty options to your espresso machine, La Marzocco meets the challenge.

As leader in the espresso coffee industry, La Marzocco continues to invest in new technologies as well as research and development all of which keeps our espresso machines at the forefront of an ever evolving industry.

Understanding their customer’s needs for over eighty years are primary reasons owners of La Marzocco Commercial Espresso Machines the world over brew some of the best espresso coffee available.

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The ever popular Gaggia Baby Twin Espresso Machine is a true classic in both style and function. The Gaggia Baby Twin features an electronic touch ring control panel for ease of operation and a sleek brushed stainless steel finish that compliments most any décor. In addition its dual heating elements allow the user to switch right from brewing to the steaming process without a steam recovery time. This Rapid-Steam feature eliminates the down time between brewing espresso coffee and drawing thick frothy crema. In a mere matter of seconds you can enjoy a mouth-watering latte or cappuccino just like those at your favorite espresso café.

Equipped with a powerful 15 bar pump, a pre-infusion cycle, along with the option of filling the water reservoir in  place or removing the tank from the Baby Twin for easy fill-up or cleaning.

All in all the Gaggia Baby Twin Espresso Coffee Machine has revolutionized the home brewing of espresso coffee as only a true semi-automatic machine can.

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The La Pavoni Professional Gold Plated Espresso Machine symbolizes cutting edge technologies and the finest materials. These prized gold plated machines not only look stunning, but brew mouth watering frothy cappuccinos and velvety espresso coffees as well.

Once the lever is lifted, the piston is raised thereby allowing pressurized water to infuse the milled coffee within the filter basket. Then by lowering the lever, the piston forces water through the ground coffee into the cup providing barista like control. During this procedure the user may vary the rate at which water is forced through the ground coffee thereby ensuring your espresso beverage is brewed to your exacting standards.

With the La Pavoni Cappuccino automatic feature milk is delivered automatically by opening a valve thus delivering perfectly frothed milk directly into your cup.  

Equipped with a ring which aids in ease of handling during the disposal process of spent coffee grounds, this one cup filter is suitable for use with either ground coffee or the newer easy disposal ESE coffee pods.

 Using a La Pavoni Professional Gold Plated Espresso Machine PPG-16  in your home kitchen or private office you can enjoy delicious cappuccino or espresso coffee beverages at your command.

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