Universal Engineering Workholding International

Universal Engineering Workholding (UEW) Ltd is a leading UK supplier of specialist workholding equipment, with over 70 years of experience in the field. Since its establishment in 1941, UEW has remained committed to providing high-quality products and services to the engineering manufacturing sector. Our company is based in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, an area steeped in engineering history, and is part of the Universal Group of companies, which brings together a wide range of engineering capabilities and expertise.

As a company with a long history, UEW has seen significant changes in the engineering industry, but our commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction has remained unwavering. Our team of experienced and highly skilled engineers, many of whom are graduates, are dedicated to delivering the highest level of service and expertise to our clients. Our production facilities are designed to meet the demands of today's fast-paced manufacturing environment, ensuring that customers receive their workholding solutions quickly and efficiently.

Our Services

At UEW, we offer a complete precision engineering service, including consultancy, design, manufacturing, installation, and commissioning. Our experienced workholding engineers are equipped to handle a wide range of tasks, from supplying standard chucks and jaws to designing and manufacturing custom workholding solutions.

Standard Chucks

We supply a comprehensive range of standard chucks from leading brands such as Kitagawa, Strong, Howa, Matsumoto, SMW-AUTOBLOK, Forkhardt, Rohm, and Schunk. Our standard chucks are designed to provide exceptional grip and precision, making them ideal for a variety of applications. With a wide range of standard jaws available in stock or on fast delivery, we can help you find the perfect solution for your specific needs.

Special Chucks

Sometimes, standard chucks just won't cut it. That's where our special chucks come in. Our experienced workholding engineers have a proven track record in delivering custom solutions to meet our clients' exact needs. Whether it's a one-off prototype or a high-volume production run, we can design and manufacture a special chuck to meet your specific requirements.

Engineering Design

At UEW, we understand the importance of precise engineering design. That's why we offer a full engineering design service, complete with FE analysis, CAD, and 3D modelling capabilities. Our design team is equipped to handle complex workholding applications, ensuring that our clients receive the most efficient and effective solutions possible.

Case Studies

Innovative thinking is at the heart of everything we do at UEW. We're not just a manufacturing company; we're problem-solvers. Our team loves a challenge, and we're always looking for new and creative ways to help our clients achieve great results. Take a look at some of our case studies to see how we've gone the extra mile to help our clients overcome complex workholding challenges.

Conclusion

At Universal Engineering Workholding, we pride ourselves on our reputation for innovation, expertise, and customer service. With over 70 years of experience in the field, we're confident in our ability to provide our clients with the best possible workholding solutions. Whether you're looking for standard chucks, special chucks, or custom workholding solutions, UEW is the perfect partner for your engineering manufacturing needs.