TPT March 2016

T E CHNOLOG Y

Pipe fusion for large-diameter pipe THE release of the TracStar ® 1200 brings the largest pipe fusion capability to date in McElroy’s line of self-propelled, track- mounted fusion machines.

The TracStar 1200 has many of the same benefits as the smaller models, but with some major upgrades. It features an advanced emission control engine that burns ultra-low-sulphur diesel to meet the EPA’s latest Tier 4 standards. The cowling has also been redesigned so that technicians have better and quicker access to the engine for maintenance. “The TracStar line was quickly embraced when it was launched 18 years ago and its design continues to improve based on the input we receive from the field,” said the company’s president, Chip McElroy. “The ability to propel the machine from joint to joint has always been a major selling point and this feature will help meet the growing demand for fusing large-diameter pipe.” The TracStar 1200 butt fuses pipe from 450 to 1,200mm OD (16" to 48"), and can traverse almost any terrain,

The TracStar 1200 from McElroy

Other features include hydraulic outriggers for stability and levelling and an ergonomic operator platform.

including mud, loose soil, snow and gradients up to 30 per cent. It is self- contained with an on-board generator for powering the hydraulic pivoting heater and facer. The three- or four-jaw convertible carriage is easily removable for in-ditch use.

McElroy – USA Email: fusion@mcelroy.com Website: www.mcelroy.com

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