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 Phases Out F12-150 Hydraulic Motors
June 1, 2017
Parker Hannifin Hydraulic Power Division has announced the phase out of the F12-150 product line. The new F12-152 will be it’s replacement and offers smaller overall dimensions, lighter weight, increased

Our New Lansing Location is Now Open!
June 1, 2017
You spoke, we listened! We are proud to announce our Lansing ParkerStore has moved and expanded! Located minutes off of US-127 by I-96, the new store provides you with larger

Try Parker’s New Servo Motor Drawing Tool
May 1, 2017
If you are a current user of Parker servo motors and gearheads or are interested in specifying them for an application, this new tool will produce the drawings you need

24/7 Hose Doctor Services
May 1, 2017
Up-time is everything which is why our 24/7 Hose Doctor service comes to your site to replace hoses on the spot! From Comerica Park to Michigan’s freeways, Exotic’s Hose Doctors

Michigan’s Exotic Automation & Supply Acquires Indiana Parker Distributor Sidener Engineering
April 3, 2017
The acquisition positions the combined companies for fast-track growth in the fluid power, hydraulic, pneumatic, safety, and automation markets. April 1, 2017 – Farmington Hills, MI and Indianapolis, IN: Exotic

Exotic Automation & Supply to Exhibit at the 2017 Work Truck Show
March 1, 2017
Exotic’s Alternative Fuels Product Group to feature solutions for CNG / LPG dispensing and on-board systems. Farmington Hills, MI – March 1, 2017: Exotic Automation & Supply, a premier Parker

Exotic Automation & Supply Launches Ecommerce Website
February 28, 2017
Exotic’s Alternative Fuels Product Group announces new way for fleet owners & operators to conveniently purchase Alternative Fuel maintenance products. Farmington Hills, MI (PRWEB) February 28, 2017: Exotic Automation &

Don’t Let the Snow Slow You Down!
January 20, 2017
Our nine (9) Michigan ParkerStores are just right around the corner when you need them the most. Stop by Exotic for hydraulic hose assemblies, quick disconnects, fittings, adapters and everything

Henry Testa – Group Sales Director
January 20, 2017
Henry Testa is the Director of Sales for Exotic Automation’s Southeast Michigan region. His team is responsible for all served Exotic markets – automotive MRO, machine tool, defense, steel, chemical

Study: Monitoring Pressure in a Hydraulics Room
January 20, 2017
The Situation: A company producing specialty metal products had been monitoring the pressure levels of its hydraulic pump room using glycerin-filled gauges. This system required a worker to manually check

ACE Controls Heavy Industrial Shock Absorbers
January 20, 2017
The heavy industrial shock absorber from ACE tops off the company’s offerings in damping technology. This ACE category gives designers a choice between self-compensating and adjustable machine elements. Whichever design

The Entire Parker Catalog at Your Fingertips
November 20, 2016
As one of Parker’s most diverse apps available, the Parker Bookshelf App hosts digital copies of every Parker Catalog, updated with the latest part numbers and specifications. The Parker catalogs