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Global Industrial Low Speed Floor Machine 17 Inch

  • Item Weight: 116.8 pounds
  • Maximum Power: 1119 watts
  • Voltage: 110 volts
  • Color: Gray

Last refreshed Jun 15, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

For commercial cleaning crews, this low-speed machine delivers dependable wet-floor scrubbing and buffing power in a wide 17 inch path.

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ASIN: B005EAFG1YModel: 641251Category: Floor Buffers

Overview

Built for janitorial crews rather than home use, the Global Industrial 641251 is a corded low-speed floor machine with a 17 inch cleaning path for scrubbing, stripping, buffing and polishing tile and hard floors.

This is a low-RPM machine, not a high-speed burnisher, so its job is wet-floor scrubbing and finish work rather than dry gloss polishing. The all-steel gearbox and 1.5 HP motor point to commercial daily use, and the 50 foot cord with a GFCI plug is a safety detail worth noting for anyone running it near water.

  • 17 inch cleaning path
  • 1.5 HP motor with all-steel gearbox
  • 50 foot cord with GFCI safety plug
  • Two 5 inch rear-mounted transport wheels

Who it's for

Facility maintenance staff, janitorial contractors and building crews who need one machine to scrub, strip and buff tile or hard flooring on a regular schedule. It is not sized or priced for a single household floor.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Wide 17 inch path covers more floor per pass
  • Stainless steel body and all-steel gearbox for commercial durability
  • 50 foot cord with GFCI plug for wet-area safety
  • Rear wheels make it easier to move between jobs
Cons
  • Low speed only, not a high-RPM burnisher
  • Heavy construction may be awkward for one person

Performance notes

The 1.5 HP motor drives an all-steel gearbox transmission built for a long service life under repeated commercial use. Running at low speed, it suits wet tile and hard floor scrubbing, stripping, buffing and polishing rather than high-speed dry burnishing. Two 5 inch rear-mounted wheels let one person move it between rooms despite the steel construction.

Specifications

BrandGlobal Industrial
Model641251
Dimensions & fit
Item Weight116.8 pounds
Item Dimensions D x W x H48 × 18.5 × 47 inches
Power & efficiency
Maximum Power1119 watts
Voltage110 volts
Power SourceCorded electric
Construction & materials
ColorGray
Material TypeAlloy Steel, Stainless Steel
Included components
Included ComponentsAssembly Guide

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cleaning path width on the Global Industrial 641251?

It has a 17 inch cleaning path.

Is the Global Industrial 641251 a high-speed burnisher?

No, it is a low-speed floor machine intended for scrubbing, stripping, buffing and polishing wet tile and hard floors rather than dry high-gloss burnishing.

Does the 641251 include safety features for wet floor use?

Yes, it comes with a 50 foot cord and a GFCI plug.