Equipment Services Department

As a McElroy Authorized Stocking Distributor for over 30 years, Industrial Sales is an area leader in fusion technology, equipment sales, rental, repair service, technical assistance and training.  Industrial Sales is a full service McElroy Authorized Service Center, enabling us to perform equipment repairs at our facility or on location.  All equipment repairs are performed or supervised by a factory trained McElroy Master Mechanic ensuring reliability and quality results.  In addition to meeting your equipment sales and service needs, Industrial Sales maintains a full time McElroy Certified Instructor on staff allowing us to provide equipment training, “Fusion Inspector” training and “Operator Qualification” courses.

Manual Units

  • 1LC
    1/2” CTS – 1” IPS
    (Shipping Weight – 20 lbs)
  • 2LC
    1/2” CTS – 2” IPS
    (Shipping Weight – 50 lbs)

Hydraulic Wheeled Unit

  • Rolling 28
    2” IPS – 8” DIPS
    Electric-Less Generator (Required)
    (Shipping Weight – 860 lbs)

Hydraulic Track Units

  • TracStar® 28
    2” IPS – 8” DIPS
    Self Contained Generator (Diesel)
    (Shipping Weight – 2400 lbs)

  • TracStar® 412
    4” IPS – 12” DIPS
    Self Contained Generator (Diesel)
    (Shipping Weight – 2200 lbs)

  • TracStar® 618
    6” IPS – 18” IPS (OD)
    Self Contained Generator (Diesel)
    (Shipping Weight – 2800 lbs)

  • TracStar® 500
    6” IPS – 20” IPS (OD)
    Self Contained Generator (Diesel)
    (Shipping Weight – 3650 lbs)

  • TracStar® 630i
    8” IPS – 24” IPS (OD)
    Self Contained Generator (Diesel)
    (Shipping Weight – 10130 lbs)

  • TracStar® 900i
    12” IPS – 36” IPS (OD)
    Self Contained Generator (Diesel)
    (Shipping Weight – 10830 lbs)

Accessories

  • DataLogger Package
    (Shipping Weight – 15 lbs)

  • Internal Bead Removal Kit
    4” or 6” (Shipping Weight – 110 lbs to 120 lbs)

  • PolyHorse®
    Adjustable Racks Used For
    Storing / Installing HDPE Pipe
    3” IPS – 20” IPS (OD) (Shipping Weight – 1280 lbs)

  • Portable Generator with
    Electric Start 3850 RW/4850 SW

Electrofusion Equipment

  • Electrofusion Processor
    Electric-Less Generator (Required)
    (Shipping Weight – 65 lbs)

  • GF Central Plastics Alignment
    Coupling Clamps 2” IPS – 14” IPS (OD)

  • Ipex Friatec Scrapers
    Used To Prep Pipe For Electrofusion
    1/2” IPS – 30” IPS (OD)

Frequently Asked Questions

Why Polyethylene (PE) for piping systems?

Polyethylene is a very durable yet flexible material that is used in piping systems to transport liquids, gases, acids, or abrasives and is able to be joined by a fusion process eliminating joint failures and reducing system leakage.

What is the difference between MDPE (medium density) and HDPE (high density) designations?

MDPE is the common designation for “medium density polyethylene” and is commonly used for, but not limited to gas applications.  It has a lower pressure rating per inch of wall thickness than high density polyethylene.  HDPE is the common designation for “high density polyethylene” and is commonly used in water and select gas systems due to the difference in pressure ratings for higher pressure applications.

What are the applications for polyethylene pipe and fittings?

Water and sewer distribution, gas and oil collection-distribution, conduit piping systems, irrigation, reclaimed water and drainage systems, wind generation and other applications where durability is valued.

What are the benefits of utilizing fusion versus non-fusion processes?

When pipe and fittings are fused together you eliminate the use of any mechanical fittings.  Fusion is actually a process of molding two pieces of polyethylene into one continuous piece, eliminating potential failure points.  The fusion process when performed properly will make the joint stronger than the pipe itself and will ensure longer life with limited repairs throughout the piping system.

What fusion process is suitable for the project or application?

There are three main types of fusion processes for joining pipe and fittings; socket, butt and electrofusion. While all three are a reliable source for fusion of pipe and fittings, butt fusion has the advantage of not using any additional fittings.  While socket and electrofusion require additional fittings they have the advantage of no internal bead generating less flow restrictions within the piping system.  There are different benefits to each of these fusion processes and selections should be based on the project or application.

What are the best sources for specifications and technical data on polyethylene piping systems and the fusion processes?

Recommended sources include American Society for Testing Materials F2620 Standard Practice for Heat Fusion Joining of Polyethylene Pipe and Fittings, American Water Works Association M55 PE Pipe Design and Installation, Plastic Pipe Institute PE Handbooks TR-33 Generic Butt Fusion Joining Procedure and TR-41 Generic Saddle Fusion Joining Procedure, McElroy Catalogs and Training Videos, or you may contact an Industrial Sales Representative to assist you in locating the information of interest.

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