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Rotary Joints & Unions


The Case of the Mysterious X-Dimension

All Kadant Johnson PTX® rotary joints have an X-dimension. The X-dimension is the setup dimension used for the initial rotary joint installation and found on the assembly drawing for the specific rotary joint.

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Basics of a Continuous Caster Rotary Union

For cooling water to pass through the caster rolls, a rotary union is required to allow the cooling water to enter and exit the rolls that support the strand of steel as it is solidifying.

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