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There are a number of factors that need to be taken into account when you’re on a job site. From the machines to the staff, working environment, and keeping track of important data. With so many factors to take into account, it’s imperative to ensure all data is accurate and readily available. This is where the DataLogger 6 comes in. The McElroy DataLogger 6 dramatically streamlines productivity by capturing essential data from a fusion job site and presenting in a single, unified solution. With the tablet, you’re better equipped to make sure that the joint was correctly fused using correct...

We’ve discussed a myriad of McElroy’s fusion machines in previous blogs. The one we’re covering today, however, is arguably the most powerful one yet. The TracStar® 1200 Fusion Machine Package dramatically improves productivity by bringing larger pipe capabilities to McElroy’s already impressive line of self-propelled and self-contained fusion machine solutions. The machine boasts an on-board generator that powers the heater and facer which is found near fixed jaws to improve and simplify pipe transfer. The carriage is removable so the machine can be used in ditches. The TracStar® 1200 can butt fuse pipe as small as 16” OD or up...

In an effort to continually provide our customers the best McElroy tools for the job, we are always updating our product catalog. Today, we’re featuring the SmartFab™ 125 PP Package and the Acrobat™ 250 Fusion Machine Package, both of which you can order through the McElroy Parts website. With the SmartFab 125 PP Package, McElroy has reinvented the process of socket fusing fittings and pipe for polypropylene piping systems. Designed for portability, the machine can be positioned on any flat surface, ensuring prefabrication remains precise while also allowing a tremendous amount of versatility whether it’s being used on the field...

When you need a machine that’s close to a powerful jack of all trades, the TracStar 900 is a supremely robust all-in-one solution. Self-propelled and also self-contained, the machine is ready to handle virtually any terrain, regardless of its ruggedness. The heater is powered by an onboard generator and you’ll also find a removable carriage. This removable carriage is a highly useful feature when it comes to utilization in ditches, allowing workers a greater degree of flexibility when they are on the job site. Should a scenario arise where you need a tool to handle pipe sizes from 12” IPS...

Among McElroy’s suite of powerful tools, the Pit Bull fusion machines are industry-leading solutions used countless of times to get the job done professionally and safely. If you’re considering investing in one of these tools, allow us to expand upon capabilities and differences. The Pit Bull® 26 Fusion Machine Package utilizes McElroy’s patented Centerline Guidance System. This is a balanced force system you’ll only find on McElroy machines. It works by placing the pipe clamping jaw centerline on the same plane as the pipe's centerline. The force created during the fusion passes through the pipe center, resulting in an equal...