Vacuum Rotary Unions for Robotic Applications
Vacuum Rotary Unions for Robotic Applications Robotic systems that rely on vacuum tooling need a way to maintain airflow while allowing parts of the equipment to rotate. A vacuum rotary…
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UEA Introduces New Load-Bearing Slip Ring Capability
United Equipment Accessories (UEA) has introduced a new load-bearing slip ring capability for applications where the rotating connection needs to handle more than power, signals, and data. These custom assemblies…
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UEA Introduces 5 Gbps Ethernet Capability for Custom Slip Rings
Keeping Up with Faster Data Modern equipment now gathers and processes far more data than it used to High-resolution cameras, LiDAR, radar, machine vision systems, and automated machinery all depend…
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Engineering Calculators Built by Engineers
Engineering often comes down to making informed decisions with the information available. Whether you’re designing a new system, reviewing an existing application, or troubleshooting equipment in the field, having access…
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Why Slip Rings Matter More Than You’d Think in the Space Race
Space is having a moment. Companies like SpaceX, Blue Origin, and Rocket Lab are launching more rockets than ever before, and the numbers are hard to ignore. The industry is…
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UEA Communication Circuit Standards
UEA slip rings are often designed to include communication circuits such as Ethernet and CanBUS. Over the years, we have developed our own set of communication circuit standards for quality…
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Standardized rotary unions and hydraulic swivels with 14 new UEA models designed for OEM systems
United Equipment Accessories has introduced 14 new standardized rotary union and hydraulic swivel models designed to simplify selection, shorten lead times, and give OEMs a reliable starting point for common…
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Engineering Progress and UEA’s Next Generation of Slip Ring Designs
United Equipment Accessories (UEA), based in Waverly, Iowa, has built a strong reputation for designing custom slip rings that keep up with the changing needs of today’s industries. When an…
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Slip Rings that Combine Data and Power While Maintaining Signal Integrity
More equipment is becoming connected across fleets and facilities, the requirement for reliable data communication signals continues to grow. In many systems, transmitting both data and power through a single…
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Why pair a multiport rotary union + electrical slip ring + slewing ring bearing?
Hydraulic and electrical lines all pass through a rotating axis while the slewing ring carries the loads. You have fewer brackets, less cabling, and a cleaner layout that’s easier to…
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United Equipment Accessories Announces Acquisition of Fabricast
Waverly, Iowa – United Equipment Accessories, Inc. (UEA) is excited to announce that it has acquired Fabricast, Inc., a slip ring manufacturer known for quality and high performance electrical and…
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United Equipment Accessories Announces Partnership with SlewPro to Deliver Fully Integrated Rotation Systems.
Waverly, Iowa – United Equipment Accessories (UEA), a leading designer and manufacturer of slip rings, rotary unions, and hydraulic swivels, today announced a strategic partnership with SlewPro, a U.S. provider…
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