McElroy introduced its first fusion machine in 1969. Since then the name McElroy has become virtually synonymous with the term ‘butt fusion’, and continues to be the forerunner in the design and science of joining polyethylene pipe. These improvements in design have one common focus: increased productivity. An earthquake rehabilitation pipeline project in the state of Washington recently utilized McElroy’s newest line of fusion equipment, the TracStar. Since its introduction in 1997, the TracStar line …

McElroy Manufacturing, Inc. (MMI) has recently redesigned and improved the fusion machine that revolutionized the industry of polyethylene pipe fusion. The new TracStar 500 Series II Fusion Machine adds strength and versatility to the original TracStar 500. In 1997 MMI unveiled the world’s first self-contained, self-propelled, all-terrain hydraulic fusion machine — the TracStar 500. The mobility of the track system, removable jaw assembly and elimination of a third party generator are features the operators of …