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When will I receive my tracking number for my order? We will email you the tracking number after your order has been shipped.

What is the typical lead time to ship products? Typical lead time is 3-4 business days to ship. Lead time may vary depending on quantities and products ordered and availability of material. Please note dollies, custom drapery and other special ordered products may take additional lead time to ship.

How do I receive a quotation? To receive a quotation please call us with the product names, variations and quantities of the items you are interested in or you can fill out our quote request form. Once we receive your request, we will email you an official quotation with the total product cost and freight charge included.

How long is my quotation good for? Quotations are typically good for up to 30 business days, However it's best to refer to the expiration date listed on your custom quote. 

How long will it take to receive my quote with shipping charges? We do are best to email quotations within 48 hours after the initial request has been received. However, in some cases this may take longer due to numerous inquiries and coordinating with our vendors for freight rates and raw materials.

Do you sell products individually or in kits? While we do offer select pipe and drapery booth packages and special event packages, the majority of our products are sold individually.

I emailed my request a while back and want to know the status of my order? If you did not receive an order confirmation then your initial request may still be listed as a “Quote". Please note It is the customer’s responsibility to turn their "Quote" into an "Order" by signing the bottom of the custom quote from and submitting their order payment in full. You can also contact United Events direct to place orders by providing your payment information.

I’ve tried calling United Events several times and still get a voicemail? If you receive a voicemail, it means we are helping other clients or are away from our desk. Please leave us a detailed message and we will try our best to respond within 48 hours.

I have a deadline for my shipment what day/time do you need my order in by? If you have a deadline for your order, you must inform us prior to receiving your custom quote.  We will email you a quote that includes the forecast ship date and delivery date based on the day/time we receive your order's signed authorization and full payment. Please note regular lead time to ship products is 3 - 4 business days. Transit times may vary depending on the shipping location. We kindly ask all of our clients to allow enough shipping time and transit time for delivery.

How much pipe and drapery products do I need for my booth/backwall configuration? Please refer to the Pipe and drape booth examples and product charts page under product resources. If you still have questions please contact us.

Do you have someone who can come out to my location to assist me with my pipe and drapery configuration so that I can be sure I’m buying the right products? United Events does offer onsite visits in the Orange County California local region only. Please contact us so we can schedule an onsite appointment.

What if I have never used or set up pipe and drapery equipment before? We do have pipe and drape assembly instructions you can download under product resources. If you still have questions, we recommend hiring a professional decorator or contacting a rental company to rent pipe and drapery equipment to start with.

Product Info

How do I know what size my 2-piece or 3-piece adjustable upright is? Please download the 2-Piece or 3-Piece Adjustable Upright Tube chart in the product resources. 

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What uprights are most common? For standard (non-adjustable) uprights 3’h and 8’h is the most common. For 2-piece adjustable uprights 5’ - 8’h, 6-10’h, 7-12’h and 9-16’h is the most common. For 3-piece adjustable uprights 6’-14’h, 7’-17’h, 8’-20’h and 9’-23’h is the most common. 

 

What uprights do you offer? standard (non-adjustable) uprights 3’h, 6’h, 8’h, 10’h, and 12’h. We also offer 2-piece adjustable uprights that range from 3’- 5’h to 14’-26’h. 3-piece adjustable uprights are also available that range from 5’-11’h to 10-26’h.  

 

What is a standard upright? A standard upright is a vertical pole that stands on a base plate. The standard upright means that the upright is fixed and is non-adjustable. 

 

How many sets of slots are included on a standard upright? 

3’h uprights have (1) set of (4) slots at the top and include a chrome cap

6’h uprights and higher have (2) sets of (4) slots – (1) set at 3’h and (1) set at the top 

 

What is a 2-piece adjustable upright? 2- piece adjustable upright is a vertical pole that stands on a base plate. The 2-piece adjustable upright means it comes with one black slip-lock collar with one outer pole that measures 2” OD. and one inner pole that measures 1 13/16” OD.  

 

What is a 3-piece adjustable upright? 3- piece adjustable upright is a vertical pole that stands on a base plate. The 3- piece adjustable upright means it comes with two black slip-lock collars with one outer pole that measures 2” OD., one middle pole that measures 1 13/16” OD. and one top pole that measures 1 5/8” OD. 

 

How do I use the adjustable upright slip-lock collar? Please refer to the adjustable upright operation instructions under the product resources.

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How do I use the adjustable upright collar repair kit for my 2-piece adjustable upright? Please refer to the adjustable upright collar repair kit instructions in the product resources.

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How can I repair my damaged upright poles? There are several ways to repair a damaged upright pole. These options may vary depending on where the damage is located on the upright pole.   

 

The first option is to use a repair end. This option is best for replacing damaged upright ends. 

 

The second option is to use a tube expanding tool. This option is best for repairing dented upright ends. 

 

The third option is to purchase a replacement inner, outer, middle or top pole for an adjustable upright. 

 

Please contact us if you have questions. 

 

Do you sell replacement inner, outer, middle and top poles for 2-piece and 3- piece adjustable uprights?  We offer replacement poles for both 2- piece and 3- piece adjustable uprights. Please let us know the model of the adjustable upright you want replacement poles for and we will email you a quote. 

 

How can I make my adjustable uprights or standard uprights a taller height? In order to make existing uprights taller we offer extensions that are available in 1’-5’h increments that can be inserted in the top pole of an adjustable or standard upright. Please let us know the model of the upright you need an extension for and we will email you a quote. 

 

Do you offer 2.0 Versatop ball and socket pipe system? United Events only offers 1.0 hook and slot pipe system. 

 

Can I use my pipe and drapery products outdoors? United Event pipe and drapery products is designed for indoor use only and is not recommended for outdoor use.  

 

Do you offer “silver” and “black” finish uprights, telescopic drape supports (crossbars) and base plates? We do offer silver anodized and black anodized uprights and telescopic drape supports (crossbars). “Silver” finish base plates come zinc plated. “Black” finish base plates are powder coated. Please note “black” finish hardware is special ordered, non-refundable, more expensive and may take additional lead time to ship.  

 

Can I mount heavy machinery or equipment to United Events pipe and drapery products? United Events pipe and drapery products are primarily designed for hanging banners, vinyl and drapery only. We recommend for customers to seek a steel hardware configuration when mounting heavy machinery or equipment.  

 

Where can I find the pipe and base assembly instructions? You can access the pipe and base assembly instructions in the product resources.

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Do you have an upright that collapses for easy storage and transport? We offer an 8’high 2-piece standard upright that pulls apart from the center and can conveniently fit in a carry bag.  

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