Troubleshooting Your McElroy Heater

January 10, 2024February 19, 2024 by Larissa Copeland | Posted in Articles & Job Stories, CONNECTIONS, INFUSION

As is the case with any piece of equipment, occasional problems arise. In this McElroy University video, Senior Account Manager Jason Penland troubleshoots common issues encountered by operators using McElroy heaters. Este vídeo también está disponible en español. Para ver, visite https://youtu.be/eZnut46EFp0?si=dCUJIuv-kqK99VI5. Download the Heater Element Resistance Chart: https://bit.ly/3ttmQrs This video does not take the place of training. For in-depth instruction on McElroy fusion equipment, visit http://www.mcelroy.com/university

New Acrobat™ Quikfit^® package is tailored to pre-fab fusion

June 7, 2023July 10, 2023 by Larissa Copeland | Posted in Articles & Job Stories, CONNECTIONS

McElroy’s Acrobat™ QuikFit® machines provide a compact, lightweight solution for fusing in tight spaces or overhead conditions. It’s also a perfect tool for contractors who need to pre-fabricate piping systems or reducers in HVAC or plumbing systems. Based around distributor requests, McElroy has designed a new insert package and a new set of insert heaters tailored to assist with pre-fab fusion. These heaters allow users to fuse a wider range of reducers and pipe sizes …

Troubleshooting your McElroy heaters

June 17, 2019July 12, 2019 by Susan Riley | Posted in Articles & Job Stories, CONNECTIONS

Need help with your McElroy heater’s electrical components?

Use a pyrometer for best fusion results

March 13, 2018March 10, 2020 by Susan Riley | Posted in Articles & Job Stories

A pyrometer is an essential tool to have on fusion jobsites. You will need one to ensure that you have the right temperature for fusing pipe. If the temperature isn’t right, the quality of your joints might not be either.

Here’s what you need to remember: