The process of fusing pipe by machine, which involves joining two pieces of thermoplastic pipe with heat and pressure, was pioneered by McElroy Manufacturing in 1969. Today fused pipe is widely used to move water, oil, natural gas and other liquids because it’s seamless, leak-free, resistant to corrosion, vibration and pressure surges and lasts up to 100 years.
The tracked, self-propelled McElroy TracStar® is a proven system for fusing long pipelines in difficult terrain. The latest generation, the iSeries, features a sophisticated control system that guides operators through every step of the process.
“Our customers continue to face challenges finding qualified operators,” says Geoff Koch, McElroy’s vice president for product development. “Our goal is to make it easy for anyone to run these machines and deliver a repetitive, reliable fusion joint every time.”
All three iSeries models are powered by Perkins® 904J-E36TA U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V engines.
“With equipment running worldwide, we need a dual-certified platform to sell into certain countries. The commonality between the models reduces the amount of design differences on our end,” Geoff added.
iSeries machines are the first Perkins-powered McElroy products, but Geoff has great confidence in Perkins’ reputation for service and support.
“If there’s an engine issue, we know our customers can access the Perkins service network locally wherever they are.
And as equipment ages, they’ll have access to the parts they need to keep it running,” he says.
“The Perkins name carries that commitment of support.”
Want to know more? Read the full case study.
The new Ronggong RG-8240 is a multifunctional road sweeper powered by a Perkins® 404D-22.
Read moreWeiman uses the Perkins® 400 to 4000 Series range in its generator sets.
Read moreCaptiva's generator sets from 400 to 2500 kVA are powered by Perkins® 2000 and 4000 Series engines.
Read moreMeeting the need for electric power in areas of Ukraine with unreliable or unavailable grid power.
Read moreWith outputs from 10 kVA up to 2250 kVA, PowerLink generator sets meet a broad range of prime and standby power needs.
Read moreQuiet Perkins engines power Supernova’s large generator sets.
Read moreIraqi hospital relies on Perkins powered generator sets.
Read moreGiant remote oil field depends on Perkins powered generator sets.
Read more