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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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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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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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 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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A Guide for Choosing the Right Rotary Union for Your Application
Rotary unions are key in transferring fluids and gases between stationary and rotating parts, ensuring seamless operations in various industries. With so many types and specifications available, navigating through the…
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Does the design of a custom Rotary Union and Hydraulic Swivel ever go under review for product improvement once it goes into production?
The answer to this question is yes, if there is improvement potential, a revisit to the design can happen. Product improvement is making changes to a product to make it…
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UEA Coolant Swivels for Radar System Applications
UEA Coolant swivels, also known as rotary joints or fluid rotary unions, are key components in radar systems, particularly rotating radar antennas. These swivels enable the continuous transfer of coolant…
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Innovative Engineering Solutions by United Equipment Accessories (UEA): Slip Rings and Rotary Unions
Understanding Slip Rings and Rotary Unions Slip Rings: A slip ring is an electromechanical device that allows the transmission of power and electrical signals from a stationary structure to a…
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What to Expect During a First-Time Visit from UEA (From a Hydraulic Engineers’ Perspective)
United Equipment Accessories’ (UEA) rotary union and slip ring footprint reaches almost every state in the US and to over 25 countries. This extensive footprint keeps our sales managers extremely…
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What Quality Testing is Performed on Rotary Unions?
Two important aspects of ensuring rotary union functionality are making sure they do not experience high torque and ensuring they do not leak under any conditions. At United Equipment Accessories…
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What is the Custom Rotary Union Project Flow?
Wondering what it’s like to work with United Equipment Accessories (UEA) on a custom Rotary Union project? We’ve outlined how we work with our clients and the importance we put…
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