Powered Stands Hold Plastic Pipe in Place
McElroy’s MegaMc pipe stands are selfcontained,
gasoline-powered units that
eliminate the need for heavy machinery
to hold pipe in place during large-diameter
pipelining jobs. Two models are available:
the 36- to 65-in. (900–1,600 mm)
model accommodates pipes up to
16,000 lb (7,257 kg), while an 8- to 36-
in. (225–900 mm) model handles pipe
up to 9,000 lb (4,082 kg). The MegaMc
pipe stands offer 24 in. of lateral movement
and 34 in. of vertical adjustability.
This freedom of movement allows the
operator to maneuver a length of pipe to
the height of a thermoplastic pipe fusion
machine. The units are designed to hold
a set height after the operator turns the
hydraulic power unit off. Since the unit is
self-contained, there are no hydraulic
hoses to trip over. Rugged rollers with
low-friction pillow block bearings allow
the pipe to move easily. The stands can
be stacked for storage or shipping and
are moveable with a forklift or crane.
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As featured in Womp 2010 Vol 03 - www.womp-int.com