Friday, May 16, 2025 – United Equipment Accessories, Inc. (UEA), a family-owned business and one of the largest global manufacturers of slip rings, rotary unions, and hose/cable reels, is expanding their Iowa footprint to Ames, IA.
In addition to maintaining their current Waverly, Iowa operation, the company has identified an existing 36,000 square foot facility along US Highway 30 just outside of Ames in rural Boone County. The project includes the acquisition of this building and building improvements to support future growth.
“We are excited to announce the expansion of our Iowa footprint with the acquisition of a new building in Ames, Iowa,” said Deb Malek, CEO of United Equipment Accessories. “This strategic purchase is a key component of our growth strategy, aimed at enhancing our manufacturing capabilities and supporting future acquisitions. Our Waverly, Iowa operations will continue to focus on the growth of our existing product lines, including slip rings and rotary unions. The new Ames facility will undergo renovations to transition into a state-of-the-art manufacturing space, positioning UEA for continued success and innovation in the industries we serve.”
United Equipment Accessories, Inc. has been a family-owned company since its founding in 1952. The company’s original product, a remote-control kit for operating truck-mounted cranes or excavators from the rear operator cab, included a key component known as a slip ring. Today, UEA is recognized as one of the largest manufacturers of slip rings globally. The company also manufactures rotary unions and hose/cable reels.
“We are thrilled to welcome United Equipment Accessories, Inc. to the Ames region,” said Dan Culhane, President and CEO of the Ames Regional Economic Alliance. “Their expansion highlights the strength of our region as a place where innovative companies can grow and thrive. We look forward to their continued success.”
