The Tornado Battery Glazer 17 (98494) is a cordless high-speed floor burnisher powered by sealed maintenance-free AGM batteries — no cord to plug, unplug, or manage between areas. 2-hour runtime on a full charge. 1,200 RPM pad speed. Covers more than 7,500 sq ft/hr. Built-in dust control system reduces airborne contaminants and meets LEED-EB standards. Ultra-quiet 59 dB(A) operation for noise-sensitive environments. On-board charger included. Collapsible handle and transport wheels for easy storage. Pad holder and pad retainer included. 141 lbs. $3,100.00. 2-year parts / 2-year labor warranty. Authorized Tornado dealer. Free shipping on orders over $30.
The Tornado Battery Glazer 17 (Catalog #98494) eliminates the fundamental operational limitation of every corded high-speed burnisher — the power cord. Conventional burnishers require the operator to stop at every outlet, unplug, move to the next area, find the next outlet, and plug in again. In large facilities this cord management consumes a significant portion of total burnishing time and forces the operator to work in outlet-to-outlet segments rather than in a continuous, efficient pattern across the floor. The Battery Glazer 17 operates on sealed maintenance-free AGM batteries with a 2-hour runtime on a full charge — the operator burnishes continuously across the full facility floor without stopping to manage a cord. At 1,200 RPM the machine produces a high-gloss finish on VCT, polished concrete, and resilient floors. The built-in dust control system captures burnishing dust at the source, meeting LEED-EB standards for indoor air quality. Ultra-quiet 59 dB(A) operation — the quietest burnisher in the Tornado lineup — for use in occupied facilities during business hours. On-board charger included. Collapsible handle and transport wheels for compact storage. $3,100.00. 2-year parts / 2-year labor warranty.
Twin City Vacuum in Crystal, Minneapolis, MN is an authorized Tornado dealer. We carry the complete Tornado commercial equipment lineup. Questions? Call us at 763-535-0770. Free shipping on orders over $30 to all 50 states.
Key Features of the Tornado Battery Glazer 17
AGM Battery Power — No Cord, No Interruptions
The Tornado Battery Glazer 17 runs on sealed, maintenance-free AGM batteries — absorbed glass mat technology that provides reliable, consistent power output through the full discharge cycle without the watering, venting, or maintenance that flooded lead-acid batteries require. AGM batteries are sealed — no acid spillage risk during operation or storage. The on-board charger plugs directly into a standard wall outlet; no separate charging station required. For operations that burnish on a daily or regular schedule, AGM batteries provide the cycle life appropriate for sustained commercial use. The cordless operation is the defining advantage for large facilities where cord management between corded burnisher passes is the primary productivity drain.
2-Hour Runtime — Large-Area Coverage on a Single Charge
The Battery Glazer 17 delivers 2 hours of continuous runtime on a full charge. At 7,500 sq ft/hr productivity, 2 hours covers up to 15,000 sq ft of floor in a single charge cycle — appropriate for large hotel lobbies, school corridors, retail floors, healthcare facility hallways, and large office buildings where a corded burnisher would require multiple outlet changes and cord repositioning to complete the same program. For facilities smaller than 15,000 sq ft, a single charge completes the full floor program with runtime to spare. For larger facilities, the on-board charger allows opportunity charging between areas during breaks.
1,200 RPM — High-Gloss Floor Finish Polishing
At 1,200 RPM the Battery Glazer 17 generates the friction heat at the pad-to-floor interface that melts the surface of cured floor finish slightly, producing a wet-look high-gloss result. This friction-heat polishing mechanism is what distinguishes a burnisher from a rotary floor machine — a floor machine at 175 RPM spray buffs finish; a burnisher at high RPM glazes it. The 1,200 RPM speed is appropriate for daily or as-needed gloss maintenance between periodic strip-and-recoat programs. For VCT, polished concrete, and resilient flooring in commercial facilities where floor appearance is a quality standard, regular burnishing maintains the investment in floor finish application.
Built-In Dust Control — LEED-EB Compliant
The integrated dust control system captures the fine particulate generated during high-speed burnishing before it becomes airborne. Burnishing at 1,200 RPM produces pad and finish dust — without dust control this particulate circulates through the facility’s HVAC system and settles on surfaces, reducing indoor air quality. The Battery Glazer 17’s dust control system meets LEED-EB (Existing Buildings) standards for cleaning equipment used in green building certification programs. For facilities with LEED certification, green cleaning program requirements, or occupant health considerations — healthcare, schools, government buildings — LEED-EB compliant dust control is a procurement requirement that the Battery Glazer 17 satisfies.
59 dB(A) — The Quietest Burnisher in the Tornado Lineup
At 59 dB(A) the Battery Glazer 17 is exceptionally quiet — quieter than a normal conversation at 60 dB, and significantly quieter than both the Brute Force 2000 corded burnisher and conventional high-speed burnishers that typically operate at 67–72 dB. The combination of battery power (no motor running at high AC current draw) and the machine’s design produces this low noise level. At 59 dB the Battery Glazer 17 can operate in occupied hospitals during patient care hours, hotels during guest hours, schools during class hours, offices during business hours, and retail during store hours without causing noise complaints or requiring occupant clearance. For building service contractors whose floor care programs include occupied-building maintenance windows, 59 dB operation expands the practical hours during which burnishing can be performed.
Collapsible Handle and Transport Wheels — Compact Storage
The collapsible handle folds the machine to a compact footprint for storage in janitor closets, supply rooms, and vehicle cargo areas where full-height storage is impractical. The transport wheels on the back of the unit allow the operator to tilt and roll the 141-lb machine on its wheels for repositioning between areas and for loading into service vehicles — without lifting the full machine weight. For building service contractors operating the Battery Glazer 17 across multiple accounts, compact storage and transport wheels are practical operational features that affect daily usability.
On-Board Charger — Convenient Recharging Anywhere
The on-board charger is included standard and plugs into any standard 115V wall outlet — no separate charging dock, no special charging infrastructure required. Plug in after the shift and the batteries are ready for the next day’s program. The on-board design means the charger is always with the machine — no risk of leaving the charger behind or needing a separate piece of equipment for recharging.
Tornado Battery Glazer 17 — Overview Video
Official Tornado Battery Glazer 17 overview — cordless AGM battery operation, dust control system, runtime, and operational features.
Battery Glazer 17 vs Brute Force 2000 — Corded vs Cordless
Feature
Battery Glazer 17 — 98494
Brute Force 2000 — 98482B / 98486
Price
$3,100.00
$1,499–$1,599
Power source
AGM battery — cordless
Corded — 115V
Runtime
2 hours on full charge
Unlimited — corded
RPM
1,200
2,000
Productivity
7,500 sq ft/hr
Not rated
Noise level
59 dB — quietest
Standard burnisher noise
Dust control
Included standard
Standard (98482B) / Dust Control (98486)
LEED-EB compliant
Yes
98486 only
Cord management
None — fully cordless
75 ft cord — outlet to outlet
Weight
141 lbs
89 lbs
Storage
Collapsible handle + transport wheels
Standard
Warranty
2/2
2/10/2
Best for
Large facilities, occupied buildings, LEED programs, no-cord-management environments
High-gloss finish work at 2,000 RPM, unlimited runtime, lower cost
The Battery Glazer 17 costs more and runs at 1,200 RPM vs the Brute Force 2000’s 2,000 RPM — the trade-off is cordless operation, 59 dB quiet, and LEED-EB compliance that the corded machine cannot match. Choose the Battery Glazer 17 when cord management, noise level, or LEED compliance are operational requirements. Choose the Brute Force 2000 for maximum RPM and unlimited runtime at lower cost. See the Tornado Brute Force 2000 →
Healthcare facilities — hospital and clinic corridor VCT burnishing during occupied hours at 59 dB; LEED-EB compliant dust control for clinical IAQ requirements; cordless operation in areas where outlet access is limited or cord trailing creates trip hazard
Hotels and hospitality — lobby, corridor, and ballroom floor burnishing during occupied hours; 59 dB for guest-present operation; cordless for uninterrupted large lobby and corridor programs
Education — K–12 and higher ed — school corridor and gymnasium floor burnishing during occupied school hours; LEED-EB for green school building programs; 2-hour runtime for large school buildings on a single charge
Retail — in-store floor burnishing during open hours; 59 dB for shopper-present operation; cordless eliminates cord hazard in customer traffic areas
Office buildings — daily or as-needed floor gloss maintenance; occupied-building daytime burnishing at 59 dB; cordless for open-plan floor programs without outlet-to-outlet interruption
Government and institutional — LEED-EB compliant for green building certification maintenance programs; occupied-facility burnishing during operational hours
Building service contractors — accounts with occupied-building floor care windows, LEED certification requirements, or no-cord-management specifications; single machine covers multiple account types with different noise and compliance requirements
How long does the battery last on the Tornado Battery Glazer 17?
Up to 2 hours of continuous burnishing on a full charge. At 7,500 sq ft/hr productivity, 2 hours covers up to 15,000 sq ft per charge. Recharge using the on-board charger plugged into any standard 115V wall outlet.
What type of battery does the Battery Glazer 17 use?
Sealed maintenance-free AGM (absorbed glass mat) batteries. AGM batteries are sealed — no watering, no venting, no acid spillage risk. The on-board charger is included standard for convenient recharging after each shift.
Can the Battery Glazer 17 be used in occupied buildings?
Yes — 59 dB(A) operation is quiet enough for use in hospitals during patient care hours, hotels during guest hours, schools during class, offices during business hours, and retail during store hours without noise complaints or occupant clearance. The LEED-EB compliant dust control system also supports IAQ requirements in occupied facilities.
What is the difference between the Battery Glazer 17 and the Brute Force 2000?
The Battery Glazer 17 is cordless (AGM battery), 59 dB, LEED-EB compliant, 1,200 RPM, $3,100. The Brute Force 2000 is corded, 2,000 RPM, 89 lbs, $1,499–$1,599 with or without dust control. Choose the Battery Glazer 17 for cord-free operation, occupied-building use, and LEED compliance. Choose the Brute Force 2000 for maximum RPM and lower cost. See the Brute Force 2000 →
Does the Battery Glazer 17 meet LEED-EB standards?
Yes. The built-in dust control system meets LEED-EB (Existing Buildings) standards for cleaning equipment used in green building certification maintenance programs.
What warranty does the Battery Glazer 17 carry?
2 years parts, 2 years labor.
Is Twin City Vacuum an authorized Tornado dealer?
Yes. Twin City Vacuum in Crystal, Minneapolis, MN is an authorized Tornado dealer. All units are genuine Tornado equipment backed by the full manufacturer warranty. Our in-house technicians service Tornado commercial equipment at our Crystal, MN location. Call us at 763-535-0770.
Buy the Tornado Battery Glazer 17 from Twin City Vacuum
✔ Authorized Tornado dealer — genuine equipment, full manufacturer warranty
✔ Cordless — sealed AGM batteries, no cord management
