Low-Force Fusion Machine works efficiently in tight areas.
Press Release Summary:
Able to be configured from 4 jaws to 3 jaws without use of tools, Acrobat™ 160 lets operators fuse 63–160 mm polypropylene pipe for plumbing, mechanical, and geothermal projects and various other indoor applications with constrictive work spaces. Facer and heater can be loaded from top or bottom (3-jaw configuration) of carriage, and design facilitates manipulation when performing fusions overhead as well on ground. Machine comes with HPU and inserts for butt-fused polypropylene pipe sizes.
Original Press Release:
McElroy Introduces Acrobat 160
Acrobat™ 160 by McElroy lands polypropylene market
Tulsa, Okla. — McElroy, which offers the most complete line of thermoplastic pipe fusion equipment in the world, has recently launched the Acrobat™ 160, a low-force fusion machine for 63mm to 160mm polypropylene pipe.
The Acrobat 160 allows operators to fuse pipe for plumbing, mechanical and geothermal projects and a variety of other indoor applications where work spaces are often very limited. Its small footprint and light weight makes it an easy machine to manipulate when performing fusions overhead as well on the ground within crawl spaces, attics and other confines.
"The unique installation challenges that commercial buildings present was a perfect fit for us because of McElroy's extensive background in product innovation," said Chip McElroy, president and CEO of McElroy. "We are excited to offer jobsite solutions in this market with the Acrobat 160 and our entire line of polypropylene tools and accessories."
The Acrobat 160 can be configured from 4 jaws to 3 jaws without using tools for added flexibility in tight spaces. Its narrow jaws allow fusions for flanges to outlet branches of tees and most fittings.
The Acrobat 160 comes with a Hydraulic Power Unit (HPU) and inserts for commonly butt-fused polypropylene pipe sizes. The facer and heater can be loaded from the top or bottom (in the 3-jaw configuration) of the carriage giving the operator better access and flexibility regardless of the joining challenge.
The Acrobat 160 is compatible with the DataLogger®, a quality assurance tool that allows operators to record and document the key parameters of the pipe fusion process to ensure the integrity of fusion joints and increase jobsite accountability.
For more information, visit mcelroy.com/ppr.
High resolution photos of the Acrobat 160 are available on Flickr.
Summary for Product Reviews and Spotlights
The Acrobat™ 160 is a low-force fusion machine for 63mm to 160mm polypropylene pipe used in plumbing, mechanical, geothermal and other applications. The lightweight device has a small footprint to deliver easy access in tight indoor work spaces. The carriage can be reconfigured from 4 to 3 jaws without using tools. The jaws are narrow so that fusions can be made on most flanged pipe and branch outlet fittings. The Acrobat 160 is compatible with the DataLogger® which records and documents the key parameters of the pipe fusion process. –McElroy (mcelroy.com)
About McElroy Manufacturing, Inc.
Founded in 1954, McElroy Manufacturing has grown from a two-person start-up in a Tulsa, Okla. 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 mcelroy.com.
Contact Information:
McElroy PR and Marketing Department
E-mail: marketing@mcelroy.com
(918) 831-9286
