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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...

The TracStar 900 is an all in one solution carrying the same level of heavy-duty power and performance that has become synonymous with the McElroy name. The machine is both self-propelled and self-contained and its terrain means it can take on virtually any terrain it comes across with no issue. The heater is operated by an on-board generator, and there is also a removable carriage in the unit. This removable carriage function is important for use in ditches, which enables workers to be even more mobile while on the job. The TracStar 900 will fulfill your worksite needs when you...