McElroy DataLogger now offers the capability to log Electrofusion!

McElroy has updated the DataLogger® to offer the capability to log electrofusion! 

Most customers have a need for better record keeping while increasing the accountability to grow while managing and building their pipeline infrastructures.  McElroy designed the DataLogger® to capture fusion information for hydraulic machines.  Now, our customers can capture both manual and electrofusion joints as well.  This allows our customers the ability to capture a complete picture of all joints on their pipeline. 

In McElroy’s January 18, 2022 issue of McElroy Connections, they state that the procedure to log an Electrofusion joint varies slightly from a typical joint performed on a hydraulic machine.  When an operator selects an Electrofusion Processor from the machine list, the DataLogger’s Guided Workflow will automatically adjust to the electrofusion process.  Electrofusion specific checklists will now be optional based on user preference configuration in Settings. 

The Most important part of the process involves scanning the two electrofusion barcodes into the DataLogger.  One barcode defines various electrofusion technical parameters, such as voltage, heating and cooling, and times.  The other barcode includes manufacturing traceability information. If an operator’s settings are pre-configured to view checklists, the Inspection Checklist will be the final screen to review.  Key items on this checklist include verifying the assembly is straight, square, and true, and that it was not moved during the weld. The operator will also have to verify there are no wires or molten material forced from the fitting.

Electrofusion is a popular application for civil infrastructure, mining, and plumbing projects, and the DataLogger can take the integrity of these fusion joints to the next level.  All DataLogger users will be prompted to update their device to download the latest software version that includes Electrofusion.  To learn more about the features of this accessory, please give us a call. 

Click here for pricing and additional details about the McElroy Datalogger 7