Current Public Releases

DataLogger Version 805, 1.47

Previous Public Releases

DataLogger Version 786, 1.46

June 9, 2026 Release Summary

DataLogger® Version 805, 1.47

Addition and Improvement

• A change was made to send a higher open/close time to the carriage (CCM) when a "dummy joint" is specified during the fusion process. This was done to address an issue in which a "close" would happen before the abort was sent when utilizing specifications with fast open/close times.

Bug Fixes

• An update was made to address an issue in which a carriage generated aborted fusion was not being logged as a full abort.

February 23, 2026 Release Summary

DataLogger® Version 786, 1.46

What's New?

• The ASTM F3722 fusion specification has been added as a selection which covers butt, sidewall-outlet, socket and electrofusion welding. This specification was added to the the McCalc® Fusion Pressure Calculator as well.
• Code changes have been put in place to translate machine controls screens. On connected equipment beginning with the Tritan® 560, the machine controls screen text labels will appear in the user selected language. Spanish translation has been added in this initial release with additional languages upcoming.
• Barcode scanning is now available for the "Job" tab on the set up screen during the fusion process. This reduces the amount of manual data entry by a user and addresses previous case-sensitivity issues.
• The open/close time has been added in the drop down menu of the Logging screen when utilizing the "Other" standard. The times will display if set and the fusion is set to Level 1 or 2.

Bug Fixes

• The "unlisted" machine model selection was restored after it's exclusion in the previous release.
• On the Joint Report review screen, tapping the open/close tab didn't navigate to the open/close portion of the fusion graph to review. This has been updated after the state was set to the correct value from the operating system.
  • Also on the Joint Report review screen, the open/close text label was displaying in smaller text than the other tabs and that has been corrected in this release.

January 12, 2026 Release Summary

DataLogger® Version 764, 1.45

What's New?

• Vault™ ID Tag and Fabrication Workflow - Vault™ ID tags are pre-coded, specially-made, ruggedized labels containing QR codes that can be associated with a specific joint in the Vault.™ This allows anyone with a smartphone to scan the printed QR code and access the joint information directly on the pipe. Vault™ ID tags can be assigned utilizing features included in this release. After performing a fusion as normal on a DataLogger® tablet, the operator will scan the label on the "Joint Report" screen to associate it with a joint record on the Vault.™
• In addition, the Fabrication Workflow has been incorporated as an extension of the standard DataLogger® workflow to include additional data that relates different joints together. The "Enable Fab Workflow" option can be enabled on the "Preferences" screen.
• User interface, machine controls, fault messaging and support for new products including the Acrobat™ iSeries, EP3000 and ProFab™ 400i.
• Carriage user warnings and substates have been added for the Large Diameter TracStar® machine line. The following messages have been added to the interface (from the Large Diameter TracStar® iSeries carriage update on 10/23/25):
  • X1_Tolerance_Warning
  • X2_Tolerance_Warning
  • EHPR3_Tolerance_Warning
  • RV_Tolerance_Warning

Additions and Improvements

• API update for GPS location settings
• Refactoring of screen handling and electrofusion implementation

July 29, 2025 Release Summary

DataLogger® Version 639, 1.44

What's New?

• A customized beadup feature was added for all connected equipment which allows customization of the initial bead size in the "beadup" phase. This change also updates the calculation for bead displacement for some specifications.
• The "use reduced cooling procedure" option has been added as an available flag for the DVS polypropylene (PP) specification. This allows an operator to use procedures to reduce the cool time according to the specification.

Additions and Improvements

• The pipe sizes for Acrobat™ 630 and Acrobat™ QuikFit® have been updated. The new range is 250-630 mm which increased the minimum range sizes.
• RCM80 controllers on Medium Diameter TracStar® 412 and 618 iSeries machines were updated to the latest version and integrated.

May 6, 2025 Release Summary

DataLogger® Version 567, 1.43

Bug Fix

• An issue was identified that prevented the firmware update process from completing on the Vehicle Control Module (VCM) on the Large Diameter TracStar® iSeries line.

May 5, 2025 Release Summary

This release includes the addition of German as a language preference, additional in-context specific help videos as well as highly requested improvements and features.

DataLogger® Version 563, 1.42

What's New?

• Added German as a language selection to the application user interface.
• Added a new calibration expiration warning in the "Preference" settings. Toggling the setting "on" will enable a fusion setup warning which will prompt the operator to cancel or proceed if a sensor calibration is nearing expiration.
• Added functionality to enable tablets to scan machine nameplate barcodes instead of the existing manual entry for carriage (CCM) and vehicle (VCM) components.

Bug Fix

• Resolved performance issues and implemented improvements to the latest Android 14 version of the application.

Additions and Improvements

• Added the joint ID number to the existing "Fusion Settings" drop down window. This improvement will display the joint ID number on the Logging screen during the fusion process for higher visibility.
• Incorporated additional in-context short "help" videos into the operator interface. These short videos provide a quick overview of an operation, especially when connected to a Medium Diameter TracStar® iSeries machine. The videos can be accessed by tapping the green question mark icon in the corner of the screen during the fusion process.
• The TEPA unit of measure can now be entered in metric units (mm) on "unlisted" machines during the fusion process.
• Added connectivity improvements for the newest software version of the Highland VORTEX and Supercell electrofusion machines.

March 17, 2025 Release Summary

DataLogger® Version 526, 1.41

Bug Fix

• Addressed an issue with start up of the GPS subsystem utilized in fusion reporting.

March 6, 2025 Release Summary

DataLogger® Version 500, 1.40

Bug Fix

• A minor bug fix was released for updating firmware on out-of-the-box RCM-80 controllers for the Medium Diameter TracStar® iSeries line.

February 21, 2025 Release Summary

DataLogger® Version 494, 1.39

Bug Fix

• Addressed a reported issue in the Android 14 preparation release concerning the CAN bus functionality. A limited number of DataLogger® 7 units did not fully reconnect to the CAN bus after the user disconnected the CAN cable. The logic has been updated to reset the CAN bus anytime the cable is disconnected from a machine to prevent the issue.

February 17, 2025 Release Summary

DataLogger® Version 485, 1.38

What's New?

• Code infrastructure changes and refactoring on the application to support Android 14 from the current Android 11.
• A confirmation step was added to the manual facing pressure input on the “Verify Alignment” screen. When a new value is entered on the keypad, a green button labeled “apply” will appear to confirm the entered value before proceeding. This change applies only to Large Diameter TracStar iSeries machines (630i, 900i and 1200i).

Additions and Improvements

• The pipe size range for Acrobat™ 315 machines was updated based on the new heater which allows for pipe sizes down to 90mm.
  • Updated minimum value: 90 mm SDR7
  • Updated maximum value: 315mm for all SDR sizes

December 30, 2024 Release Summary

DataLogger® Version 455, 1.37

What's New?

• Added a warning on the fusion process screen that alerts the user that Level 1 has not been selected when in-ditch, prompting the user to update their settings.
• A new feature to clear active faults has been added for Medium Diameter TracStar iSeries. The faults will now auto clear when the alert screen on the interface is open and faults will appear with a gray background.
• For the Tritan™ 560, new heater offset methodology has been activated.

Bug Fixes

• Resolved an issue in which, on return to the heater temperature screen, the temperature values would display in Fahrenheit (F) regardless of the unit preference set by the user.
• Updated the minimum bead displacement value due to the carriage using this value to determine the end of the bead up phase for Medium Diameter TracStar iSeries. This was done to address reports of "double beads" caused by too much time in the bead-up phase during the fusion process.

October 25, 2024 Release Summary

DataLogger® Version 437, 1.36

What’s New?

• New features have been released to support Training and Qualifications operator cards. These physical cards are NFC enabled and include a printed QR code. The QR code opens the operator’s profile to display fusion experience, training and qualifications.  Current features include:
  • The ability to login as an operator with a tap of the physical card to the NFC reader on the back of the DataLogger® 7. This login can be done from any screen in the application and loads the operator details including name and McElroy ID number, expediting the process to login and begin fusion operations.
  • New login/account creation screens which allow operators with a McElroy University account to sign into or create a new account. New users can create an account by providing their name, email address and setting a password.
  • Feature which requires a re-login on the tablet when 7 hours have elapsed since the operator’s last login event or fusion activity.
• Socket fusion operation process has been added and is available for selection.

Additions and Improvements

• An initial heater temperature value has been added to joint reports. This value is taken at the beginning of fusion and will display as “RTD value” in the “Heater Temperatures” section under the “Location” heading. The value will display in the temperature unit the user has selected.

July 22, 2024 Release Summary

DataLogger® Version 340, 1.34

Bug Fixes

• Updates were made to address reports of DataLogger® 6 units missing sensor calibration dates on uploaded records.
• The sampling rate for standalone DataLogger® 7 units was updated. This fix addresses reports of pressure fluctuations on the fusion graph which was affecting the fusion overlay generated by the Vault™.

July 17, 2024 Release Summary

DataLogger® Version 336, 1.33

What’s New?

• Guided Firmware Updates
  • The step-by-step guided process allows users to update components with are controlled by firmware.
  • This process is exclusive to the DataLogger® 7 and will walk users through updating components on large diameter TracStar® iSeries machines.
  • The firmware update process can be initiated from the DataLogger® home screen:
  • From the DataLogger® home screen, tap “Settings”
  • Then tap “Machines”
  • Select the TracStar® iSeries unit that is being updated from the list
  • Tap the button at the bottom of screen labeled “Firmware”
  • The “Firmware” button opens the step-by-step firmware update interface by presenting the components which can be updated for selection. Select which component you would like to update to get started.
  • As more components utilizing software are added, the process will be updated.
  • An offline updating procedure is available as well which can be performed if the update file has been download onto the DataLogger® (previously, when connected).
• Trainer Mode
  • Trainer mode is a new feature/setting that allows users to simulate connection to TracStar® iSeries and performing fusion operations. By enabling the feature in system settings on the application, a user is guided through the fusion process from beginning to end for the purposes of training.
  • Trainer mode also includes settings to shorten fuse times and adjust the percentage of the scaling. For example, moving the slider to halfway along the line shortens the fuse times by 50% (from normal fusion operation.)
  • Once trainer mode is active, the bottom status bar will display that the TracStar® iSeries is connected.
  • A white graduation cap icon in the lower left corner denotes that training mode is enabled and active on each screen.
• Pre-Fusion Warnings
  • Pre-fusion warnings have been added to prevent users from beginning fusion in certain cases in which an incorrect fusion set up is detected. The initial user warnings include:
    • Warning has been added if carriage locks are not set as this can cause drag to fail unexpectedly.
    • Warning a user if paddles are not centered during “measure drag” sequence.
    • Additional warnings which can be firmware detected will be added in the future.

February 14, 2024 Release Summary

DataLogger® Version 150, 1.32

Bug Fix

• Bug fix addresses issues experienced when updating from older versions of the software on DataLogger® 6 units.

January 25, 2024 Release Summary

DataLogger® Version 149, 1.31

Bug Fix

• Bug fix related to a previous release.

January 9, 2024 Release Summary

DataLogger® Version 148, 1.31

What’s New?

Minor updates for background items.

June 22nd, 2023 Release Summary

This DataLogger release includes a new integration with the Highland VORTEX and Supercell electrofusion machines. The DataLogger provides real-time feedback and data collection during the user process and stores data in the Vault™. In addition, smaller-scale improvements include additional CAN log support for field diagnostic needs, machine/pipe selection additions and specification setting changes.

DataLogger® Version 140, 1.30

What’s New?

• The DataLogger® 7 is now compatible with the Highland VORTEX and Supercell electrofusion machines as both a machine controller and data recorder. This integration allows the fusion process to be monitored through a live graphical interface and fusion data is saved both locally and to the McElroy Vault™ for future access and analyzation.

Additions and Improvements

• For iSeries machines, improved CAN log support for field diagnostics (update from January 13, 2023 release, v. 134, 1.28.)
• The Polygon HF and LT have been added as machine selections.
• Nupi Niron All Pro has been added as a material selection.
• The Profuse specification has been added, including the functionality to create “dummy” welds.
• Minor change has been applied to the ISO low fusion specification.
• New “flag” has been added to the ASTM specification in the Vault™ for reporting purposes.

September 20th, 2022 Release Summary

Additions and refinements in this release affect the DataLogger® and TracStar® iSeries™. This includes the additions of remote CAN logging as a diagnostic tool, fusion specifications, and Swedish translation for selection in the DataLogger®. For the TracStar® iSeries™, additional intelligence in the FusionGuide™ Control System has been added for an improved operator experience during fusion. These improvements include the marker/transition points for Fusions Levels 2 and 3. In addition, the Vault™ has been updated with an additional marker to improve exception reporting and minimize actual open/close time during fusion operation. Lastly, improvements have been made to the manual fusion process (Level 1) and electro fusion detection and reporting for select saddle fittings.

DataLogger® Version 131, 1.27

• Remote CAN Logging – The CAN log records/sends messages from a TracStar® iSeries™ machine remotely. These records can be accessed and analyzed for use in high-level troubleshooting. The recording/sending of the data is optional according to user preference and can be enabled/disabled.
• Improvement of manual fusion process (Level 1 Fusions) including reporting and recommended times.
• Swedish translation – The additional language has been added as a selection in the setting preferences.
• Norwegian (NS-Insta) fusion specification has been added for selection.
  • TracStar® iSeries™ improvements/additions:
    • Improvement of marker/fusion transition points for Fusion Levels 2 and 3. Level 1 improvements will be included in an upcoming release.
    • Marker added at the “end of open/close” which will be used by The Vault™ to improve exception reporting (which will minimize actual open/close time).
  • Refinement of electrofusion detection and reporting for select saddle fittings.

May 17th, 2022 Release Summary

DataLogger Version 120, 1.26

Bug Fix

• For some users, the application would not open after update. This change in software update process handles updating from old application versions to latest version.

April 18th, 2022 Release Summary

DataLogger Version 119, 1.26

What’s New?

• Added a preference in the iSeries Management menu to enable or disable a manual drag measurement procedure. This feature is in the off position by default and will require a version of the Carriage Control Module (CCM) that has not been released yet. The CCM version is currently in closed testing and will be released at a later date.

Bug Fixes

• A correction was made to the conversion of the heater offset. The displayed heater temperature should now match the Operator Display Console. This does not have any effect on the heater control as that process is fully functional, just ensures the heater temperature is displayed properly with the correctly converted heater offset. Requires Vehicle Control Module (VCM) 1.014.
• Corrected certain text wrapping issues when user selected Portuguese in the language preference. Some of the text wrapping made certain buttons unreadable when the user had selected high contrast text and larger font sizes.
• Corrected an issue when reading electrofusion fitting barcode for ISO manufacturers barcode standard. The fitting manufacturer indicated the fitting was multiple sizes however the barcode failed to list the additional sizes in the barcode itself. We have now made a change to accommodate this exception to the barcode standard.

February 14th, 2022 Release Summary

DataLogger® Version 107, 1.25

What’s New?

• Improved the display of capture points of the various fusion stages (open/close start, open/close end, fuse start, cool start). This helps users when analyzing reports later in the McElroy Vault.
• Added description to each FusionGuide Level as well as a “Help Me Decide” selection that presents an article to the operator with more details describing best use cases for each level.
• Level 2 and 3 will not be a selection option when fusing in 3-Jaw mode.

Bug Fixes

• Retain user selection of fusion type from fusion to fusion. Previously, this would reset to Butt Fusion as a default.

November 17th, 2021 Release Summary

Datalogger Version 101, 1.24

What’s New?

• Added Dummy Joint selection for WIS, GIS, and DVS standards. The process will run as normal through the heat soak and stop when the heater is removed. This record will be saved, and Dummy Joint will be noted on the report.
• Added stop in the process if the heater is not in the proper range for WIS, GIS, and DVS standards
• Added heater temp display to heater temperatures screen
• Added heater temp display to logging screen for levels 2 & 3 only

Bug Fixes

• Fixed issue of desired heater set point not converting properly to Celsius on selection screen
• Fixed issue with “use previous drag” function not running the shortened process but instead running the full drag measurement
• Fixed issue scanning barcodes for sidewall fittings