Fusion Machines
Fusion machines are used for the joining of plastic pipe and fittings. These tools can be used to join polypropylene, polyethylene, PVDF and ECTFE pipe. Fusion machines heat up the ends of pipes and fittings, then forces them together to form a bond. Fusion machines support pipe sizes from 1/2" to 20". Applications include pressure or drainage systems handling aggressive and/or high temperature chemicals.
Advantages of Fusion Welding
- No Additional Cements or Adhesives
- Ease of Fabrication
- Fast Setting Times
- Safe
- Ability to Make Angle Welds (Certain Models)
- Works well with Polypropylene, PVDF (Kynar) and Air-Pro piping
For more information and pricing, please contact Aetna Plastics. The hand-held models by Nibco (1/2" - 4") and Asahi (20mm - 63mm) are available for rent through Aetna Plastics, please call or email for more information.
Manufacturers
Chemtrol / Nibco
Chemtrol has a line of portable socket fusion equipment for use with polypropylene and PVDF pipe. There are five models in the line, which include both bench machines and hand held machines. Chemtrol fusion machines support pipe sizes 1/2" to 6".
Asahi / America
Asahi has a full line of butt and socket fusion equipment. There are bench, trench and hand held fusion machines available. Asahi fusion machines support pipe sizes 1/2" to 20".
Asahi Informational Videos:
Bench Socket Fusion
