TPT July 2018

T E CHNOLOG Y

Fusion machine for larger polypropylene pipes from McElroy THE new McElroy Acrobat 315 helps meet the demand for larger polypropylene pipe fusion capability up to 315mm (12") while offering low- and high-force options for polyethylene pipe. The compact, lightweight machine caters to the HVAC, plumbing and mechanical industry as well as underground/ construction. It functions as easily indoors in tight workspaces as it does outdoors in small trenches. “We’re excited to offer a design with such broad appeal and are working diligently to build on these innovations as we grow the Acrobat line for larger pipe sizes,” said Jason Lawrence, director of product development at McElroy. The Acrobat 315 is a versatile machine for the polyeth- ylene industry; it can be paired with two different hydraulic power units (HPUs) to meet the maximum system pressure desired. There are also two options for carriage pressure configurations: low force, for fusing in low-drag situations or with thinner-walled pipe; and high force, for fusing in high- drag and vertical applications. Both allow the operator to pre-set the facing, heating and fusing pressures. The facer design features a motor and gear reduction, which creates a lightweight, compact assembly that is balanced for use in many orientations. It also has a trigger- released lock to secure it in the carriage during use. The carriage converts from four to three jaws to further reduce the size of its footprint, and narrow jaws allow fusions to most flanges and fittings. A lightweight heater and guide rod latching system help reduce operator fatigue. Compatibility with the DataLogger ® makes it possible to record joint data for analysis, with added assurance that joints were fused properly.

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

McElroy’s Acrobat 315

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