GATOR AUTOMATIC BUTT FUSION

GATOR AUTOMATIC BUTT FUSION

GATOR - AUTOMATIC BUTT FUSION The gator range of machines have been designed and developed to be used on gas and water pressure polyethylene pipes for distribution networks. The best possible control of the joining process is achieved through an integral computer which will control and monitor all the jointing parameters: time, temperature, pressure, movement and sequence. The welding process will not continue if any of these parameters are not within the specified limits contained in the selected welding standard. Designed and manufactured to meet or exceed GIS/PL2-3:2006 and ISO 12176-1:2012 PUT SIMPLY - THE BEST FULLY AUTOMATIC BUTT FUSION MACHINE IN THE WORLD www.fusiongroup.com 2

FULLY AUTOMATIC PROCESS Continuously monitored Temperature C Movement Pressure Time Trimmer current Heater continuity Pipe slippage Oil Level mm Bar Secs Amps Ω mm ml Preprogrammed parameters 1. 15 internationally approved welding standards containing specified: Heater temperatures Fusion pressures Soak times Cooling times 2. Data management systems 3. Diagnostic routines Operator contribution 1. Input pipe and operator details 2. Inspect and approve trim Fully automatic features 1. Machine sequencing 2. Trim and feathering cycle 3. Pipe slippage check 4. Static and dynamic drag measurement 5. Heater plate temperature control 6. Initial bead up distance control 7. Heater retraction 8. Pressure control at bead up, soak, fusion, and cool time phases 9. Out of specification early warnings Tel: +44 (0) 1246 268666 Email: international@fusiongroup.com 3

GATOR - NEW COMPUTER PROVIDES THE ULTIMATE IN CONTROL AND USER EXPERIENCE Multilingual display Download to USB and upload in the JointManager website Bright screen with strong back light Simple user interface On screen access to joint records Buetooth connectivity to facilitate real time transfer and control of joint data using BlueBox by ControlPoint Works in conjunction with new BDI testing equipment Improved data entry www.fusiongroup.com 4

GATOR - THE DETAIL Chassis Compact and sturdy construction to resist bending under heavy loads. Displacement transducer produces optimum bead up conditions at any ambient temperature. New Fast clamp system to improve productivity and reliability. Z link system to provide symmetrical heater pull off and reduces dwell time. Removal of fourth clamp to facilitate welding of long spigot fittings. Lightweight, tough composite plastic liners for 180mm diameter and below. Trimmer Hard anodised low friction discs. Auto chain tension and low maintenance. Curved blades for optimum cut Electronic and mechanical trim stops for added protection against over trimming. Quarter turn quick release fasteners Tough and reliable trimmer motor. Auto trim cycle software developed to provide maximum material removal whilst protecting motor. Auto feather off feature, leaves pipe ends perfectly smooth and square. Computer In addition to the features on page four: Company logo on screen. Intuitive menu selection options. Selected weld parameters can be locked off by supervisors. Service and calibration notifications. Remote software upgrades. Large bright display with tough polycarbonate protective screen. Can be connected to printer/scanner. ISO 12176 part 3 and part 4 compliant Energy management system to automatically switch off elements of the machine when not required. Tough military waterproof cable connectors. Heater Large thermal capacity reduces temperature drop on pipe contact. Super fast auto retraction for minimising dwell time - typically under two seconds. Tough ABS zero contact reflective heater guards for optimum energy efficiency and safety. Replaceable and easily removed surface heater plates. Dual thermocouple temperature sensors. Machine will not operate unless both sensors are reading desired temperature. Quarter turn quick release fasteners Controller Powerful pump motor helps to keep power pack cool under heavy loads. High quality hydraulic pump and solenoid valves. Auto oil level check. Anti drip hydraulic hose connectors. Tough stainless steel and ABS protective enclosure with ergonomically designed carry handles. Protective computer lid. Cable tidy. Gator Modular components gives smallest/ narrowest footprint, ideal for in-trench welding. To order, contact your nearest Gator distributor or contact Fusion s sales team on +44 (0)1246 268666 Tel: +44 (0) 1246 268666 Email: international@fusiongroup.com 5

GATOR MACHINE SPECIFICATION GATOR 180 GATOR 250 GATOR 315 GATOR 400 RANGE (mm) 63-180 63-250 90-315 200-400 NOMINAL INPUT VOLTAGE (V) 110 220 110 220 110 220 110 220 INPUT FREQUENCY (Hz) 50/60 50/60 50/60 50/60 50/60 50/60 50/60 50/60 GENERATOR RATING (KVA) 3.5 3.5 4.0 4.0 6.0 6.0 7.0 7.0 GATOR 180 CHASSIS HEATER TRIMMER CONTROLLER POWER (kw) - 1.5 0.62 1.1 HEIGHT (mm) 305 740 435 480 LENGTH (mm) 580 485 300 420 WIDTH (mm) 430 235 380 545 TOTAL WEIGHT (kg) WEIGHT (kg) 39 19 13.5 46 117.5 GATOR 250 CHASSIS HEATER TRIMMER CONTROLLER POWER (kw) - 1.8 0.62 1.1 HEIGHT (mm) 370 780 490 480 LENGTH (mm) 675 530 300 420 WIDTH (mm) 510 235 455 545 TOTAL WEIGHT (kg) WEIGHT (kg) 45 25 18 46 134 GATOR 315 CHASSIS HEATER TRIMMER CONTROLLER POWER (kw) - 3.3 0.62 1.1 HEIGHT (mm) 465 890 560 480 LENGTH (mm) 695 630 300 420 WIDTH (mm) 630 235 555 545 TOTAL WEIGHT (kg) WEIGHT (kg) 62 34 22 46 164 GATOR 400 CHASSIS HEATER TRIMMER CONTROLLER POWER (kw) - 4.0 1.7 1.1 HEIGHT (mm) 575 1160 715 480 LENGTH (mm) 755 780 800 420 WIDTH (mm) 820 240 150 545 TOTAL WEIGHT (kg) WEIGHT (kg) 99 51 46 46 242 PRINTER USB MEMORY DEVICE BLUETOOTH DATA OUTPUT Thermal paper Text file/jointmanager ControlPoint/BlueWeld www.fusiongroup.com 6

MEMORY Internal memory capacity Back up to SD card Via ControlPoint Up to 2,000 records Up to 100,000 records Unlimited ORDER CODES GATOR 180 GATOR 250 GATOR 315 GATOR 400 110 volt yellow 3 pin plug G180110AFE G250110AFE G315110AFE G400MK2110AFE 220 volt black 2 pin plug G180220AFG G250220AFG G315220AFG G400MK2220AFG 220 volt blue 3 pin plug G180220AFE G250220AFE G315220AFE G400MK2220AFE OPTIONAL EXTRAS Liners PRODUCT CODE Refer to equipment brochure for details Advanced thermal printer 705892 Barcode reader for ISO standard traceability 704504 BlueBox Contact ControlPoint for details STANDARDS ISO12176-1:2012 GIS/PL2-3:2006 ISO12176-3 Operator Badge (with optional barcode reader fitted) ISO12176-4 Traceability Coding (with optional barcode reader fitted) AVAILABLE ON REQUEST Knife-edge conversion Stub flange adaptor REMOVABLE CLAMP The fourth clamp on the Gator can be removed to facilitate the butt fusion of long spigot fittings. ANCILLARIES Pipe support rollers Debeaders Generators Note - Refer to equipment brochure for futher details. Tel: +44 (0) 1246 268666 Email: international@fusiongroup.com 7 Date: Feb 18 Issue: 01/Revision B

Fusion Group Limited Chesterfield Trading Estate Chesterfield Derbyshire S41 9PZ United Kingdom Sales Tel: +44 (0) 1246 268666 Fax: +44 (0) 1246 268052 international@fusiongroup.com www.fusiongroup.com