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
Our Online Store is Now Live!
September 17, 2024
Welcome to Our New Online Store! Exotic’s new online store makes placing new Parker Hannifin product orders & retrieving past order details a breeze! Simply create an account to access
Benefits of HyperCyl Air Over Oil Cylinders
August 13, 2024
HyperCyl utilizes Hydra-Pneumatic technology, which offers the convenience of air with the force of hydraulics. Their air over oil cylinders are more energy efficient, using only 25% – 30% of
Enerpac New PPH-Series Hydraulic Pin Removal Kit
August 13, 2024
The new Enerpac PPH-Series Hydraulic Pin Pulling Kit sets a new standard for efficient pin removal when carrying out maintenance on heavy machinery, mining & construction equipment. The tool incorporates
8 Questions to Ask When Selecting an Air Gripper
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Choosing the proper gripper will optimized performance, uptime and safety. In this article, Destaco highlights the eight questions to ask before choosing your gripper: What Are the Operating Requirements? Is the Environment
Parker’s Virtual Engineer Sizing Tool
August 13, 2024
Parker’s Virtual Engineer is an innovative design tool for linear motion applications in automation. Easily size and select the correct type of pneumatic and electric linear actuator, ball screw rodless actuators,
Exotic Air Systems Maintenance & Repair
August 13, 2024
Maintenance and Repair is critical when a system is down and Exotic Air Systems’ Technicians provide the support you need to ensure your facility is fully functional 24/7. We service
Meet Scott Payton, Retail Manager
August 13, 2024
Meet Scott Payton, Exotic’s Retail Manager! Scott has been with Exotic for over 5 years and has helped grow our store network to the 19 locations it is today. Scott recently managed the
Thanks for Attending The Motion & Control Summit!
July 9, 2024
It was great seeing you at The 2024 Motion & Control Summit & Expo! We hope you found the show informative and engaging. Missed a class or have questions for an
Product Spotlight: Parker 2AN Pneumatic Cylinders
July 9, 2024
Parker’s Series 2A/2AN Heavy Duty Steel Pneumatic Cylinders offer advanced design features that are superior in a 250psi rated cylinder. These features include the “jewel” rod gland assembly, adjustable floating cushions, hard
Exotic Air Systems – Design & Installations
July 9, 2024
Building a new site or updating your existing compressed air system? Exotic Air Systems can design and install a customized solution for your facility. Exotic Air Service’s Technicians follow a
You’re Invited To Our Livonia & Shelby Open Houses
July 9, 2024
Join us at our upcoming summer open houses! Both events will feature catered BBQ from Bad Brad’s, giveaways, product demonstrations & your chance to win a Bose Soundlink Speaker. We can’t wait
Meet Our Engineered Rubber & Plastics Team
July 9, 2024
Meet our Engineered Rubber & Plastics team! Exotic Automation & Supply was founded in 1963 as Exotic Rubber & Plastics when a custom rubber solution was created and implemented for