Properly sizing your gas spring depends on the right data – from ambient temperature to mounting orientation. Identifying these parameters upfront will ensure you get the most out of your gas spring in terms of safety, reliability and operating life. The ACE blog takes a closer look at some of the sizing parameters to size your gas spring, including hand force, extension force, center of gravity, stroke length, mounting and materials.
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Parker’s new HAS 500’s hybrid design combines the controllability of traditional electomechanical actuators with the power density, longer life and failsafe conditions commonly found on traditional hydraulic systems. The result is an improved actuation solution for 1-2 axis of motion control. Bore sizes ranging from 2″ through 8″ bore with no limit on stroke, mount or rod modifications.
• All-in-One, Plug-n-Play Actuator
• Easy to Apply, Install & Control
• Space Savings
• Energy Savings
• Reduced Leak Points
• Reduced Oil Reservoir Volumes
Potential Cost Savings of $300K+ per Year!
Exotic Automation & Supply’s In-System Damage Protection (ISD), is a proprietary, plastic coating that can protect your vehicle, power tools, installation tooling and facilities. The result is a significant decrease in material damage, increased safety and increased productivity. Click here to learn more.
Click here to listen to the playback! Fluids should always be filtered before being put to use. Proper filtration is critical to avoid costly contamination problems and will maximize your machine’s up-time. In this webinar, we filter out any confusion about how to keep your hydraulic systems clean and functioning properly.
You will also learn:
• Contamination basics (types, sources, etc.)
• Fluid cleanliness standards / Filter media ratings
• Filter types and their applications
• Fluid analysis – a critical tool for any preventive maintenance program

Parker’s New V16 Variable Motor
September 16, 2021
Parker’s new V16 Motor is a new generation of variable displacement, bent-axis motors. The new motors are available in 220 cc and 270 cc and are designed for both open

Don’t Miss Our Podcast with The National Fluid Power Association!
September 16, 2021
Exotic Automation & Supply’s Safety Product Manager, Doug Webster, was featured in the latest Fluid Power Forum Podcast to discuss how hydraulic safety valves are making machine operations safer &

Vote Exotic for the Coolest Thing Made in Michigan!
September 15, 2021
We are happy to announce Exotic made it into the Top 10 of the Coolest Things Made in Michigan! Our World’s Largest Hydraulic Power Unit (pending certification) is capable of

Our New Hudson Open House has been Postponed until 2022
September 9, 2021
The safety of our employees, customers & partners is our number one priority. Due to the spread of COVID-19 in Michigan, we have decided to postpone our New Hudson Open

Vote for Exotic in the Coolest Thing Made in Michigan Contest!
August 30, 2021
We are very excited to be in the running for the Coolest Thing Made in Michigan Award! Our World’s Largest Hydraulic Power Unit (pending certification) is capable of 4,800 horsepower

Custom Filter Carts for Hydraulic Systems
August 10, 2021
Exotic Automation & Supply’s Filter Carts provide a convenient, portable mode of off-line filtration, flushing & fluid transfer. The cart’s narrow design makes it the ideal choice to easily navigate

Upgraded RC-Series Hydraulic Cylinders
August 10, 2021
Introducing Enerpac’s RC-Series – the next generation of multi-purpose hydraulic cylinders. The new RC Trio range includes a new “Trio” Bearing System for enhanced durability and a new hybrid spring-return

Is Oil Vapor Affecting Your Compressed Air?
August 10, 2021
Where does “Oil Vapor” in ambient air come from and how does it affect the quality of your compressed air? In this white paper, Mark White – Compressed Air Treatment

Parker FastSeal – Make ORFS Connections Anywhere!
August 10, 2021
Reduce downtime and installation costs! Parker’s FastSeal connection technology is a revolutionary new way to make fast, leak-free O-ring face seal (ORFS) tube connections without the need for brazing or

You’re Invited to our New Hudson Open House!
August 10, 2021
In January 2020, we relocated our Farmington Hills headquarters to a new 145,000 sq.ft. facility in New Hudson. We are excited to finally welcome you to our new building and

Save The Date – New Hudson Open House
July 14, 2021
Save the Date! In January 2020, we relocated our Farmington Hills headquarters to a new 145,000 sq.ft. facility in New Hudson. We are excited to finally welcome you to our

Don’t Miss This Week’s Training Classes
July 14, 2021
Don’t miss this Thursday’s training & development classes located at our New Hudson location from 1:00pm-4:00pm. Attend one or all sessions! Space is limited so please register today! Class Schedule: