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Designed for 355 mm to 630 mm pipe, the McElroy® Acrobat with QuikFit is the solution for problems involving polypropylene pipe fusion with a large diameter in environments where there may not be a lot of space to move machines and pipe around.The revolutionary carriage is size-specific and consists of lightweight, modular components that allow manual mounting of the upper and lower jaws around the pipe. This eliminates the need to lift and fit in a small space with a whole carriage. It will fuse the pipe for any orientation required for plumbing, mechanical, and HVAC installations including vertical and...

With summer getting started, you might be considering upgrading your equipment to develop and optimize operations to cut down on the time needed to spend outdoors performing job operations. McElroy's devices are renowned for their ability to boost productivity and increase performance while being ultra-safe, as long as the machines are properly managed. The Rolling 618 Fusion Machine has remained one of McElroy's strongest products. The machine has a universal, quickly removable four-jaw carriage that makes remote fusion operations easier, not unlike other McElroy machines. The machine represents something of a halfway point between large and small diameter fusion. Also,...

There can be occasions when you work in an area where there is no room to maneuver about. The McElroy Acrobat quickly proves itself invaluable in such situations. The compact design of the machine makes it super simple to move about in indoor workspaces and a convenient carriage that allows the configuration of a trio or quartet jaw without the need for more instruments. The narrow jaws also mean that most fittings can be easily fused, along with pipes. Thanks to the improved lightweight heater and guide rod latching system, the strength of the Acrobat 250 means keeping the heater...

The most significant amount of time per joint is attributed to cooling procedures during the fusion process. Waiting to meet the times outlined in ASTM standards reduces overall productivity at the workplace. Shortening that cool time is the most effective way to create a more optimal fusion process. McElroy's Optimized Cooling algorithm makes use of the DataLogger® 6 to calculate the optimum cool times in real-time, based on material properties, environmental conditions, and heat soak time. Utilizing a powerful patent-pending formula, the tablet figures out how long it takes for the center of the pipe to cool — ensuring it...

Did you know that electronic devices like your cell phone are packed with germs? You may be forced to use electronics like tablets as part of your job. In regards to pipe fusion, that device may involve the McElroy DataLogger® 6. As people remain concerned about preventing the spread of COVID-19, it’s important that you clean and disinfect the device properly to minimize the chance of exposure to the virus or other unpleasant germs. Make sure you’re wearing disposable gloves before getting started and ensure the device is off. To prevent the chances of solution ingress, ensure that all port...