The La Pavoni Espresso Si PAB-16 espresso machine features a state of the art pressurized coffee handle which allows you to use any type of coffee grind to achieve triple the volume of "crema" normally made by other home espresso machines. This La Pavoni Espresso Si also accepts coffee pods. This espresso maker features a powerful but quiet ULKA pump, allowing you to enjoy early morning espresso without disturbing others. A convenient 36 oz. side loading water tank yields 16 espresso shots and water can be added with the machine in the on or off position. The Espresso Si "super froth" milk frothing attachment makes a quick cappuccino or latte. You may also froth using the "Cappuccino Automatic" attachment which draws milk directly out of a container and aerates it into your cup, taking the guess work out of frothing. Initial warm-up time is a quick 2 minutes. Body is made of shock resistant ABS plastic.