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April 28th, 2020 – New Hudson, MI: Exotic Automation & Supply, a premier Parker Hannifin distributor, announced they are supplying several custom fabricated solutions to help large OEMs develop ventilators and respiratory systems to healthcare providers during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The company is manufacturing pneumatic capacitors, CPAP Venturi assemblies, FDA & medical grade flexible tubing, fluid connector fittings & adapters, compression molded silicone rubber, seals, gaskets, compressed air & oxygen gauges and valves to support Ford Motor Company’s U.S. ventilator projects.

“Exotic Automation & Supply was founded by my father Chuck Marino in 1963 and has adapted to new industries and applications ever since.” Tom Marino, President said. “During the COVID-19 outbreak, we looked deeply into our business to find ways we could positively respond to this challenging pandemic.”

In addition to ventilator & respiratory system components, the company offers acrylic or polycarbonate sneeze guards to protect workers from airborne contaminates. Sneeze guards can be fabricated by Exotic or supplied in sheets.

“In this unprecedented time, we’ve worked around the clock to create custom solutions that will make a difference in a lot of people’s lives.” Steve Orlando, Vice President of Sales & Marketing said. “I am so proud of our team who has really come together to develop, one-of-a-kind innovative solutions.”

Customers can visit the company’s 12 retail ParkerStore locations, which are open to support essential critical infrastructure with custom hydraulic hose assemblies, industrial hose, hydraulic & pneumatic components and more. More information can be found on the company’s website at: www.exoticautomation.com.

About Exotic Automation & Supply: Exotic Automation & Supply was founded in 1963 and has grown to become one of Parker Hannifin’s largest distributors in the United States. Exotic’s headquarters is located in New Hudson, Michigan. The company maintains full-service centers throughout Michigan & Indiana with locations in Ann Arbor, Freeland (Saginaw), Lansing, Taylor, Flint, Indianapolis, Jackson, Livonia, Noblesville, Rochester Hills, Shelby Township as well as at the main New Hudson complex.

We are happy to offer the upcoming webinars as part of our commitment to your continued education & training. Register today!
Tuesday, April 21st @ 10:00am
Hydraulic Hose, Fittings & S.T.A.M.P Basics
This 30 minute webinar will give an introduction to hydraulic hose, hose fittings and how to select the proper hose and fitting for your application. We will cover…

  • What is Hose?
  • Why Use Hose?
  • The 3 Components of Hose
  • Hose Nomenclature
  • Hose Specifications

Click here to register

Thursday, April 23rd @ 10:00am
Hose & Injection Safety Practices

The best way to prevent a hydraulic injury on-site is awareness. Hydraulic injuries can result in severe burns, amputation and in some cases death. This 30 minute presentation will give an introduction to the importance of selecting the right hose,  hydraulic hose safety, routing best practices, and hydraulic injection injuries.

  • Hose Safety
  • STAMP
  • Injection Injuries

Click here to register

Tuesday, April 28th @10:00am
Tube Fittings Basics & Helpful Resources

This 30 minute module, you will learn all of the online tools and resources available to assist you with tube fitting information. Learn how to use the Parker Tube Fittings Division Catalog, troubleshoot your connection method, and select the best sealing method. Whether you’re designing a system or repairing a piece of equipment, we’ll teach you the resources available to help you make your next connection.

  • What is a Tube Fitting?
  • Common Terms & Definitions
  • Apps & Tools
  • Choosing the Proper Fitting

Click here to register

As a key supplier to essential critical infrastructure and military, we are operating with limited staff during the Michigan, Ohio & Indiana mandated stay-at-home orders.

Our ParkerStores located in Jackson, Freeland, Shelby Township, New Hudson, Indianapolis, IN and Noblesville, IN are open to support you from 8:30am – 4:30pm. Click here for branch contact information & directions.

Our customer service department is available to assist at (248) 477-2122 or [email protected].

Thank you for your business & support!

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