Dream Machine for Dream Business

Andres Vargas has worked in a Chicago, IL, factory for the past five years. However, his goal has always been to build a contract cleaning company and have his own business.  While still at the factory, he began his cleaning business.

“The business grew and soon I had to buy more cleaning equipment,” says Vargas. “One thing I really needed was a buffer to refinish and polish floors.”

Most of the machines Vargas saw were too expensive, too big, too small, or simply did not feel comfortable to use—until he was shown the Bi-Speed Scrub Buffer by Tornado® Industries.

The Bi-Speed Scrub Buffer comes in 17 inch and 20 inch models. The 17 -inch scrubs at 220 rpm and buffs at 360 rpm, while the 20-inch rotates at 190 rpm and 330 rpm. Both machines have powerful 1.5-horsepower motors, quick-grip pad holders, a solid steel base, and stair-climbing wheels.

“I also noticed that the Bi-Speed Buffers felt lighter and easier to use than other machines,” says Vargas. “And, because I’m short, I liked the fact that the handle is fully-adjustable.”

Both machines have a comfortably designed yet hard-wearing grip handle that can be raised or lowered, and both use the Start Guard I safety handle to prevent accidents.

Vargas says that the Bi-Speed Buffers offered greater versatility than other machines he encountered. “The fact that they have two speeds—one for refinishing floors and one for polishing—means that I really get two machines in one. That saves me money and means I can use these buffers for a variety of floor maintenance jobs,” adds Vargas.

Vargas chose the 17-inch model. “This is exactly the buffer I was looking for,” says Vargas. “The price is right, the machine is flexible, and it’s just what I need for my growing business.”