McElroy Adds Two International Distributors
TULSA, Okla. (April 12, 2011) - McElroy recently announced the addition of two new international distributors. The authorized distributors are OPD Solutions of Norway and Gulf Services and Industrial Supplies Co., LLC of Oman.
"The appeal of McElroy fusion machines continues to spread worldwide," said Chip McElroy, president and chief executive officer of McElroy. "There is a growing need for premium butt fusion equipment and productivity solutions in industries from gas to mining to water to alternative power systems. McElroy equipment provides cost-effective pipe fusion solutions that reduce cost of construction and offer superior reliability."
Headquartered in Stathelle, Norway, OPD Solutions is already a distributor of polyethylene pipe in Norway, Sweden, Finland and Denmark. One of the company's areas of expertise is installing infrastructure for municipalities, industries and within the private market. The group also uses polyethylene pipe and butt fusion in fish farming and renewable energy industries. OPD Solutions is a division of OPD Group.
Gulf Services and Industrial Supplies Co., LLC of Oman is a division of Arabi Holding Group KSC. Originally established in 1977, Gulf Services has grown from a small trading firm to one of the leading industrial equipment suppliers in the region. Gulf Services has branches in Wadi Kabir, Sohar, Sur and Salalah, Oman. Besides offering McElroy fusion equipment, Gulf Services is a leading provider of water, wastewater, gas, oil, welding and power tool equipment.
For more information, visit McElroy online at www.mcelroy.com.
About Butt Fusion:
Butt fusion (also known as pipe fusion or plastic pipe joining) is a widely accepted process that joins two pieces of thermoplastic pipe together with heat and pressure. Commonly associated with high-density polyethylene pipe (HDPE), the butt fusion process starts by "facing" or shaving the pipe ends simultaneously so that they can be joined together with heat to create a continuous, sealed pipeline. The welding of the pipes is accomplished by using a hot plate in contact with the pipe ends, which heats the plastic to a molten state. Then, after its removal, the ends are pressed together under a controlled force to form a weld that is stronger than the pipe itself. Third-party industry research indi¬cates that HDPE pipe and joints can have a lifespan of more than 100 years.
About McElroy Manufacturing, Inc.:
Founded in 1954, McElroy Manufacturing has grown from a two-person start-up in an Oklahoma garage, to the industry leader in the science of joining thermoplastic pipe. The name McElroy is recognized worldwide as the most reliable, efficient, rugged and technically advanced fusion equipment in the world. McElroy holds dozens of U.S. and foreign patents on fusion-related equipment. The company credits its marketplace leadership to an unyielding focus toward excellence. For additional information, please visit the McElroy website at www.mcelroy.com.
Important Links:
OPD Solutions: www.opd.no
Gulf Services and Industrial Supplies Co., LLC: www.arabigsis.com
McElroy on YouTube: www.mcelroy.com/youtube
McElroy on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/McElroyFusion
McElroy on Facebook: www.mcelroy.com/facebook
