HDPE Fusion Training – Waco
About
The PE Alliance has teamed up with Milford to bring fusion training to this part of the Lone Star state. In order to build a steady stream of fusion techs in central Texas, Electrofusion, butt fusion, testing and inspection will all be covered during the 4 days of training. Electrofusion up to medium diameter, butt fusion up to the i series, testing and inspection will all be covered. These sessions are offered a la carte.
Details
This training week is intended for municipal staff, contractors and consulting engineering firms. This fusion training week is hosted by the PE Alliance and sponsored by our friends at Milford, Integrity and the fusion experts at McElroy. Milford has provided funds to offset the cost of this training. Scholarships are also available for those in need. Contact Peter Dyke @ pdyke@pepipe.org.
Light breakfast & Lunch served each day.
| Training Sessions | Course Length | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Butt Fusion – Small Diameter | 10 hours | √ | √ | ||
| Butt Fusion – Medium Diameter | 14 hours | √ | √ | ||
| Electrofusion Level 1 (EF 1) | 8 hours | √ | √ | √ | |
| Electrofusion Level 2 (EF 2) | 8 hours | √ | √ | ||
| Fusion Ops and Pipeline Integrity Seminar | 2 Days | √ | √ |
Schedule
Monday, March 10th 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Butt fusion – small diameter
- EF Day 1 – small Day 1 of 2
Tuesday, March 11th 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Butt fusion – small diameter
- EF Day 2 – small complete, medium dia. start
Wednesday, March 12th 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Fusion Ops and Pipeline Integrity Seminar – Day 1 of 2
- Butt fusion – Medium Diameter
- EF – medium diameter complete
Thursday, March 13th 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Fusion Ops and Pipeline Integrity Seminar – Day 2 of 2
- Butt fusion – i series
- EF – small diameter
- Butt fusion – small diameter (repeat)
After signing up you will receive an invoice within 7 days
Sessions Details
Butt fusion small diameter (Obtain your fusion card)
Cost: $500 normally $1100
Learn the proper techniques for fusing pipe sizes from 1/2″ CTS to 6″ DIPS using McElroy’s manual fusion machines. This course emphasizes precision and reliability, equipping participants with the skills needed for small-diameter applications in a variety of settings. The training utilizes ASTM F2620 as the fusion standard and follows the guidelines outlined in ASTM F3190 to ensure best practices and dependable results. Some work prior to the class is necessary online. This class is taught once this week and is only available on Monday afternoon and all day Tuesday.
Butt fusion medium diameter (Obtain your fusion card)
Cost: $650 normally $1100
Discover the proper operations for medium-diameter butt fusion using McElroy’s hydraulically operated machines, including i series TracStar® and rolling models, for pipe sizes ranging from 2″ IPS to 20″ OD. This session delves into in-ditch fusion techniques and strategies for overcoming the challenges unique to these environments. Following ASTM F2620 and ASTM F3190 standards, this course provides practical knowledge and hands-on experience to ensure strong reliable joints. Some work prior to the class is necessary online. This class is taught once this week and is only available on Wednesday afternoon and all day Thursday. The i series TracStar® will be taught.
EF small dia (Level 1) – (2″, 4″ and 10″ IPS ) (Obtain your fusion card)
Cost: $500 normally $900
The Level 1 (L1) Electrofusion Training Program provides technicians and installers with the knowledge and practical skills needed for smaller diameter applications The course covers foundational electrofusion principles and detailed procedures for installing couplers, branch saddles and flex restraints. This class will cover a sample EF repair spool. Designed for both new and experienced professionals, the training includes hands-on demonstrations, classroom instruction and certification valid for two years. Online work prior to class is not necessary. This class is taught twice this week. The first section is taught Monday afternoon and Tuesday AM. It is taught again on Friday all day.
EF medium dia (level 2) – (12″ couplers, saddles and 12″ IPS pipe) (Obtain your fusion card)
Cost: $650 normally $1100
The Level 2 (L2) Electrofusion Training Program is designed for experienced technicians and contractors working on projects requiring larger diameter EF. The course provides a refresher on L1 fundamentals and dives deeper into advanced techniques, addressing the unique challenges of larger diameter installations. This class will also cover a sample EF repair spool. Participants can expect classroom instruction, hands-on demonstrations, and certification testing, ensuring they are fully equipped to handle complex electrofusion projects, with certifications valid for two years. Online work prior to class is not necessary. This class is taught once this week and is only available on Tuesday afternoon and all day Wednesday.
Fusion Ops and Pipeline Integrity Seminar
Cost: $500
This class is a new offering that provides the inspector, engineer and project manager the tools he/she needs to observe, understand and collect data on fusion operations, pipe stringing, testing and installation of HDPE pipelines. This is a thorough and detailed session covering complicated and nuanced issues associated with inspection, construction observation, fusion operations and pipeline integrity. Specifically, this session covers resources, specifications, fusion operations, fusion integrity, fusion inspection of both butt and EF, DataLogger interpretation, the Vault, pressure testing, side bend testing, molded and fabricated fittings, repair and connections. If you take this seminar, McElroy will provide you with a $500 coupon for their inspection offering found online at McElroy University . Online work prior to the class is not required, but having a current butt fusion qualification is preferred. This class is taught once this week and is only available on Wednesday and Thursday.
Nearby Accommodations
Hilton Waco
113 South University Parks Drive
Waco, Texas 76701
The hotel is adjacent to the convention center. We do not have a discount code.
Costs
Butt fusion small diameter: $500 normally $1100
Butt fusion medium diameter: $650 normally $1100
Electrofusion small diameter: $500 normally $900
Electrofusion medium diameter: $650 normally $1100
Fusion Ops and Pipeline Integrity Seminar: $795 normally $1200
After signing up you will receive an invoice within 7 days
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