Many people have heard of a cross-country foot race. A cross-country race is a timed event where competitors face different challenges over a fixed distance. The obstacles can range from weather to adverse terrain. The thrill of the race might be the obstacles awaiting the competitors at every turn. However, no one would blame a competitor for using a shortcut in the race, if it were legal and within the rules. Near Loudonville, Ohio, R&R …
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McElroy University Offers New Productivity Course
TULSA, Okla. — McElroy University, the training division of McElroy, recently announced the addition of a productivity-focused class to the 2010 class schedule. The inaugural class will take place May 17, 2010. Registration is currently open for the class. For more than 30 years, McElroy has been the only pipe fusion machine manufacturer to continuously offer advanced training to enhance fusion technicians’ efficiency, productivity and safety in the proper use of machines and standards. McElroy …
Read MoreMcElroy Adds To Popular PolyHorse®
TULSA, Okla. — Savvy contractors and pipeliners have been using the McElroy PolyHorse™ pipe-handling system to increase productivity on high-density polyethylene jobsites. With the new PowerAssist attachment for the PolyHorse, productivity will get another boost, as the new accessory features a hydraulically powered roller that aids in moving pipe up, down and into the fusion machine. Designed for pipe sized 3 to 20 inches (90mm – 500mm), the PolyHorse with PowerAssist can reduce manpower expenses, …
Read MoreMcElroy Unveils Latest Productivity Tool
TULSA, Okla. — McElroy Manufacturing, Inc., the pipe fusion experts, recently introduced Low Profile Rollers, a new productivity-enhancing option for high-density polyethylene pipe jobsites. The rollers are easy-to-transport and best suited for 4- to 20-inch diameter pipe. “The Low Profile Rollers join the immensely successful McElroy PolyHorse, PolyPorter and pipe stands in creating optimal efficiency at jobsites,” said Chip McElroy, president and chief executive officer of McElroy Manufacturing Inc. “When paired with some of our …
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