Metal formers and fabricators face consistent challenges to meeting production schedules and quality requirements, among them increased customer demands, supply-chain difficulties, competitive intelligence, increased costs and staff shortages. In this article, Marc Williams from Parker Hannifin discusses the potential benefits of implementing a condition monitoring system in your workplace.
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Did you know? Exotic manufacturers Custom Polyurethane Products for best-in-class durability and performance. Our Solid Cast Polyurethane (PU) manufacturing process is widely preferred as the material of choice in applications where a high degree of load bearing, abrasion resistance and tear strength are important!
Since 2006, Control Reliable Hydraulic Safety Valves have incorporated the latest technologies and leveraged the latest safety standards to help machines run safer with increased productivity. The valves offer redundant, control reliable solenoid valves which permit the use of “Alternative Methods” according to the lockout/tagout standard. Cat. 3 PLd configurations are redundant so if there is a failure to one channel, the second channel will reliably perform the safety function.
OMLER Pneumatic Sand Decoring Hammers combine high quality with performance to remove sand or ceramic from aluminum and grey iron castings. Several hammer models are available to fit your application. Exotic is Omler’s exclusive US distributor and offers in-stock inventory as well as repair services and application assistance.
We’re celebrating 60 years! Join us September 22nd & 23rd for our 60th Anniversary Celebration at our New Hudson Headquarters. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Featuring…
- Lunch from LazyBones Smokehouse BBQ & Rollin Stones Pizza Food Trucks
- Enter to win our Grand Prize Giveaway – a Trip for 2 to the Beautiful Crystal Mountain Lodge in Northern Michigan
- Meet with Product Representatives at our 20+ Booth Expo Hall Featuring Parker Hannifin, SKF, Enerpac, Dixon, Haskel, Deublin, NoShok, ACE, Destaco & more!
- Free Training & Development Classes
- Military Vehicle & Truck Show
RSVP today for your chance to win one of 10 door prizes!
Livonia is July’s ParkerStore of the Month! All purchases you make at our Livonia ParkerStore in the month of July will enter you to win a $100 Visa gift card. There is no order minimum or limit to the number of entries and the winner will be announced on Monday, August 1st.
Meet Tom Eller, Our Livonia Store Representative:
Tom’s favorite part of his job is helping customers find a solution when they have an urgent need, such as a leaky hose or a down machine. In his spare time he enjoys soccer, hiking & spending time with his daughter. Stop by to visit Tom today!
ParkerStore of the Month Schedule:
January: Lansing, MI
February: Jackson, MI
March: Ann Arbor, MI
April: Flint, MI
May: Freeland, MI
June: Indianapolis, IN
July: Livonia, MI
August: New Hudson, MI
September: Taylor, MI
October: Noblesville, IN
November: Shelby Township, MI
December: Rochester, MI
Exotic Automation & Supply, a premier Parker Hannifin distributor, announced today the opening of their newest retail store location in Marysville, MI. The location will support greater Port Huron’s industrial and manufacturing base with hose, fitting, hydraulic, pneumatic & filtration products from a variety of manufacturers including Parker Hannifin, SKF, Enerpac, Destaco, ACE Controls & more. The store is located at 1182 Gratiot Blvd. Marysville, MI 48040.
The location marks Exotic’s 13th retail store location throughout Michigan and Indiana. Exotic has grown rapidly over the past few years, opening several new locations to support needs from their customer base.
“We are so happy to finally be in Port Huron and better support our customers in the area”. Bill Falardeau, Sales Manager said. “We’ll have a wide variety of products in-stock to support the unique needs of Port Huron manufacturing”.
The store will have several dedicated demo stations aimed to help customers find solutions to their applications. The demos range from Aluminum Air Pipe to Engineered Power Unit Solutions.
“We hope the new Port Huron store becomes a hub customers can go to for in-depth information and training on all things fluid power.” Steve Orlando, Vice President of Sales and Marketing said. “Beginning this fall, we will offer complementary training and development classes monthly at this branch which will cover an extensive range of topics.”
To celebrate the new store opening, the company will host a Grand Opening celebration on Thursday, July 28th, 2022 from 11:00am to 2:00pm. The event will feature catered food from Alexander’s, product demonstrations, giveaways and free training classes, including Industrial Lubrication Practices at 11:00am and Introduction to Electromechanical Control at 1:00pm. Customers are encouraged to RSVP on the company’s website at: https://wordpress-227745-4539170.cloudwaysapps.com/event/marysville-grand-opening/.
For more information, please visit: https://wordpress-227745-4539170.cloudwaysapps.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, Port Huron, Rochester Hills, Shelby Township as well as at the main New Hudson complex.
Register Now for The 2021 Motion & Control Summit!
January 12, 2021
The first annual 2021 Virtual Motion & Control Summit will be held February 17-18th, 2021. The 2-day event is free to attend and full of motion & control, industrial hydraulics, fluid power
A Look Back – 2020 Highlights
December 18, 2020
In January 2020, we relocated our Headquarters to a brand new facility in New Hudson, MI. The location off I-96 provides quick access for customers and direct routes to
It’s Coming February 2021 – RSVP Today!
December 18, 2020
The first annual 2021 Virtual Motion & Control Summit will be held February 17-18th, 2021. The 2-day event will be full of motion & control, industrial hydraulics, fluid power safety
Happy Holidays!
December 18, 2020
In warm appreciation of our association during the past year we extend our very best wishes for a happy holiday season!
Follow us on Social Media for Your Chance to Win $50!
November 4, 2020
Congratulations to this month’s winner, Heather Veldman! Want to win a $50 American Express gift card? We’re giving away one each month for the rest of the year! Just follow us
New Enerpac Hydraulic Post Tensioning Pumps
November 4, 2020
Staying on time and under budget is critical for both residential and commercial concrete work. Reducing the time spent per tendon is key to achieving both goals. Specifically designed for
Faster, Cleaner & Safer Oil Changes
November 4, 2020
Cleaner and safer oil changes in just 30 minutes! Parker Hannifin’s QuickFit Oil Change System revolutionizes the process with a faster, cleaner and safer way to change engine oil. In three easy
Futuristic Auto Show Project Requires ACE Gas Springs
November 4, 2020
An automotive engineering firm was tasked to redesign an SUV into a futuristic concept for the annual automotive show. Gull wing doors were part of the concept which required 2
Register Now for Next Week’s Webinar!
November 4, 2020
*New* Sizing Electromechanical Cylinders for Retrofit Applications Webinar Join us for an all new webinar, Sizing Electromechanical Cylinders for Retrofit Applications, on Thursday, November 12th at 10:00am. In this webinar,
Stop by our ParkerStores for Assistance Today!
November 4, 2020
All 12 of our ParkerStores are open to assist you Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm. We’re here to help provide you with custom made hose assemblies, in-stock hydraulic
Transair and Filtration Solutions Featured in the New Chevy Commercial!
October 20, 2020
Check out Exotic’s Transair Aluminum Piping and Filtration solutions displayed in the new Chevy commercial! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cm5YTAfXrVk
Follow us on Social Media for Your Chance to Win $50!
October 13, 2020
Congratulations to this month’s winner, Stephanie Schummer! Want to win a $50 American Express gift card? We’re giving away one each month for the rest of the year! Just follow us