Quality Speaks For Itself With Saeco Espresso Machines

Aug 15th, 2010 Posted in Coffee Espresso Machine, Coffee Makers | No Comments »

If you enjoy fine espresso you will love Saeco International Group’s line of espresso machines. After inventing the 1st fully automated Saeco espresso machine more than 20 years ago Saeco makes every effort to create the most genuine café experience possible. At the same time they continue to reinvent the experience of enjoying your espresso in the solace of one’s home always looking for new concepts to build upon. It is their goal to bring an authentic Espresso Feeling and taste with every cup.

When you think of Europe’s espresso machine industry Saeco Group’s name continues to show up again and again. Their products are known for their continued innovation and quality. Gaggia, another strong brand that produces quality espresso machines was acquired by Saeco in 1999. Combining both company strengths they further expand their position in the industry.

Italy, the home of espresso is home to Saeco International Group. Saeco’s continued innovation to produce higher quality espresso and coffee machines improves the consumer’s quality of life. They manufacture automated espresso and coffee products for both commercial and at home with distribution worldwide.

Saeco International does have a division in the US called Saeco USA, Inc. which is based in Glenwillow, Ohio. From 2005-2008 they have been recognized by Weatherhead 100 as one of the most quickly expanding companies in Northern Ohio. Saeco USA markets, promotes and supports their customers with an around the clock call center.

Saeco’s innovation produced the very first automated coffee machine in 1985 and came out with “The Twin” where 2 cups of coffee could be prepared at the same time from each Saeco Machine. Want push button espresso? In 1998 Saeco equipped its machines with digital readouts and buttons Not on did Saeco add ceramic grinders to Saeco Espresso Machine lines in 2004, they also added digital touch screen interfaces to them. 2006-2008 marked the emergence of four new Saeco espresso machine lines: Primea, Talea, Odea and the Xsmall line which is the smallest Saeco espresso machine they have ever produced. Customers have been concerned with differing espresso bean sizes and Saeco has addressed that concern by adding adaptation capability to the machines to grind ideal amounts specific to the bean.

Saeco International Group has won awards for their innovation. This includes product design excellence from Red Dot Design which focuses on quality in terms of form, functionality, clarity of operation, ergonomics, life-span, environmental impact, degree of innovation and symbolic and emotive content. Winning awards from both IF Product Design and Plus X which judged their automated espresso machines on design, ease-of-use, function, reliability, usability, innovation, ecology and environmental characteristics. German Stiftung Waretest: GUT 2,3 award also placed Saeco machine products in the top for espresso and cappuccino machines when tested on function, reliability, usability and environmental characteristics. Each passing year Saeco continues to come up with new innovations that are recognized through their awards.

Mavea, a strong leader in water filtering systems has partnered with Saeco to further improve the taste and quality of espresso each automatic Saeco espresso machine produces. Their filtering process better protects Saeco machine products and improves their reduction of any impurities, limescale, copper, lead and chlorine. These impurities can also build up overtime without Mavea’s unique filtering process. Saeco customers can have greater confidence in having the same quality espresso taste in every cup with Mavea’s filtration system.

For those of you who want to bring the café experience home with you, consider Saeco’s line of automatic espresso machines to produce your next cup.

A Quick Look At The Gaggia 102532 Espresso-Pure

Jul 27th, 2010 Posted in Coffee Espresso Machine, Coffee Makers | No Comments »

There are several reasons that the Gaggia 102532 Espresso Pure machine may be a desirable item to enhance your kitchen. To get superior temperature evenness, there is a brew group and a portafilter that is made of chrome-plated brass. It has a 55 watt pump, and a dual heating boiler, for faster brewing times and includes a frothing wand for milk. There is a large 44-ounce water container which can be removed for easy filling. As the name suggests, the Gaggia 102532 Espresso Pure machine produces espresso, but with its Pannerello wand you may also make a variety of hot drinks such as macchiatos, lattes, and cappuccinos. In addition, you may use it to heat water for tea, hot chocolate, or instant meals such as cupped soups.

There are three separate filter baskets for pre-packaged pods, single shots and double shots. With a powerful pumping system, it is sure to produce a cup of espresso that has an excellent layer of crema, as well as one that is hot and bubbly. One of the best features about this machine is the easy to use and back lit control panel, and that is can brew one, or even two cups at the same time. An exclusive feature to the Gaggia 102532, as well as all the other models by this quality Italian designer, it has its own coffee cup warmer.

Many various benefits may be listed regarding having your own quality espresso machine such as the Gaggia Pure 102532. If you are one of those people that have to have at least one or more cups a day, and are tired of paying high prices at coffee shops, or Kiosks, this can be the answer. The best thing about owning the Gaggia 102532 is the convenience of brewing a perfect cup for yourself right in your own kitchen. Keep in mind that you will not have to purchase any other coffee accessories since this feature-packed machine includes everything you need to brew a number of hot drinks, all in one compact, attractive appliance.