New McElroy Stub End Holders Make Fusions Easier

April 23, 2009January 9, 2018 by Tyler Henning | Posted in Press Releases

TULSA, Okla. — One aspect of the fusion of thermoplastic pipe just got easier. McElroy recently introduced a new Stub End Holder that firmly holds stub end fittings in place during the fusion process. The new holders are designed for 8-, 12- and 18-inch jaws or inserts. Each unit features a single adjustment point that adjusts all four jaws of the stub end holder simultaneously, while automatically self-centering to ensure that the stub end is …

McElroy’s New Hydraulic Clamping Speeds Fusion Jobsites

March 30, 2009January 9, 2018 by Tyler Henning | Posted in Press Releases

TULSA, Okla. — One of the more popular features of McElroy large-diameter fusion machines is coming to several mid-range units. The recently introduced McElroy Hydraulic Clamping retrofit kits upgrade the clamping systems on Rolling and TracStar 412 machines, as well as Rolling and TracStar 618 machines. “Our middle-diameter machines were originally designed with manual cranking of the jaws’ clamp knobs that secure and hold the pipe for the fusion process,” said Chip McElroy, president and …

Brotherton Pipeline Inc. Winners of McElroy Equipment at Distribution Contractors Association Auction

March 17, 2009January 9, 2018 by Tyler Henning | Posted in Press Releases

TULSA, Okla. — A crate of 40 McElroy’s Low Profile Rollers were won with a bid by Brotherton Pipeline Inc. at the 19th Annual DCA/RB Auction. The auction was part of the 48th Annual Distribution Contractors Association (DCA) Convention at the Sheraton Maui Resort in Lahaina, Hawaii. The convention took place in late February 2009. McElroy donated the Low Profile Rollers as part of the DCA/RB Auction, which raises funds to develop DCA educational programs …

McElroy Adds To Popular PolyHorse^®

February 25, 2009January 9, 2018 by Tyler Henning | Posted in Press Releases

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, …