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McElroy Spider™ 125 Series 2 now more adaptable, easy to use

by Susan Riley | Posted in Press Releases

The McElroy Spider™ 125 Series 2 socket fusion tool introduces an all-new, serrated jaw design that keeps polypropylene pipe perfectly round and improves force distribution to produce leak-free joints for top-performing plumbing and mechanical systems. The upgraded tool features a removable fitting stop for crossover compatibility with HDPE pipe and a removable fitting support system to hold fittings firmly in place for proper alignment. The Spider 125 Series 2 comes with a stronger gearbox and …

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McElroy gains two rental houses for polypropylene equipment

by Susan Riley | Posted in Press Releases

McElroy is pleased to announce the addition of two rental houses that will stock its rapidly-expanding line of polypropylene machines and tools. Consolidated Pipe & Supply of Lawrenceville, Ga., and R&B Company of San Jose, Calif., are now officially Certified McElroy Rental locations, providing operator training, customer service and support with McElroy-trained mechanics and instructors. McElroy’s Certified Rental program ensures genuine parts and a factory-trained team to make sure all equipment passes a comprehensive maintenance …

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McElroy releases industry-first outlet fusion tool

by Susan Riley | Posted in Press Releases

TULSA, Okla. — McElroy has designed the first all-in-one fusion tool for outlet fusion of polypropylene pipe — the Hornet™. The patent-pending Hornet helps installers maintain perfect alignment of the pipe and fitting for more efficient and accurate fusions with less time and strain compared to manual methods. “It’s exciting to offer a machine that did not exist in this marketplace until now,” said Jason Lawrence, Director of Product Development for McElroy. “In the past, …

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McElroy launches the SmartFab™ 125

by Susan Riley | Posted in Press Releases

McElroy has released the SmartFab™ 125, its first benchtop machine which offers a smarter way to socket fuse pipe and fittings for polypropylene piping systems. The machine is portable and can be positioned on any flat surface for precise prefabrication on large assemblies. Advanced features of the SmartFab 125 include its innovative inserts which have the ability to reduce ovality in pipe and fittings. It also has the added convenience of a pivoting heater so …

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