In 1985, a fractured 6” cast iron gas main exploded on a block of three-story luxury flats in Putney, a London suburb, killing eight people and trapping dozens in the rubble. The tragedy led to a government safety inquiry which determined that the break occurred due to vertical loading stresses, most likely from the heavy vehicles that serviced the building.
Read MoreMcElroy training at UA pipe professional event
McElroy is pleased to be taking part in the United Association (UA) Instructor Training Program this week in Ann Arbor, Mich. This is an annual event that attracts thousands of UA members who are developing their skills in the plumbing, fitting and welding industry.
Read MoreTrenchless Technology in Two Cities
The cities of Amarillo and Tulsa are way ahead of the game when it comes to operating their own trenchless technology programs. See why these cities consider trenchless the most cost-effective and efficient method to rehabilitating underground infrastructure.
Read MoreMcElroy Hornet™
The Hornet is an industry-first, all-in-one fusion tool for outlet fusion of polypropylene pipe. Its patent-pending design helps plumbing installers maintain perfect alignment of the pipe and fitting for more efficient and accurate fusions with less time and strain compared to manual methods.
Read More