TPT July 2017

T E CHNOLOG Y

Hydraulic butt fusion machine for underground/construction market

top jaws can also be removed for easier manipulation around pipe and fittings. Jason Lawrence, director of product development, said: “While the capabilities of the machine are impressive, it is not intimidating. It was engineered from the user’s perspective and what they need to meet the demands of their job.” Two hydraulic power unit (HPU) options are available to provide fusion pressures up to 800 psi or 1,500 psi. Both HPUs allow the operator to easily pre-set the carriage, facer and heater pressures, eliminating repetitive adjustments between operations. Both the heater and facer plug into the HPU, allowing the entire machine to draw power from only one receptacle.

lightweight machine can be carried from joint to joint but still maintains rugged reliability. It is also a suitable tool for in-ditch work and tie-in fusions, and provides an alternative to electrofusion, which requires the purchase of additional fittings. It functions in tight workspaces by removing the base and converting the carriage from four to three jaws. The

THE McElroy Acrobat hydraulic butt fusion machine, originally designed for the plumbing and mechanical industry, is now available for the underground/ construction market. The Acrobat 180 is suitable for those interested in a reliable, easy-to-use machine. It butt fuses 63 to 180mm (2" IPS to 6" DIPS) HDPE pipe and fittings with a variety of pressure ratings. The

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The 800 psi version of the Acrobat 180 package

Tube Notching Machine Tube Notching Machine is applicable to Automotive, Furnishing Industry, Home Appliances, Gymnasium, HVAC Pipes, etc. for tube end preparation. Tube Notching Machine is an alternative process replacing existing process of manufacturing by Press route, Milling, Mitering, Laser cut, etc.

Technical Specifications Hydraulically operated PLC controlled Angle variation flexibility up to 30-120° 5-10HP Power requirement Salient Features Consistent quality and productivity Profile consistency Low tool maintenance Economic operating cost Punch resharpening alert through SMS Suitable for faster prototyping Forming & Notching operation can be performed in single stroke

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