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.
GORE® 100% ePTFE Sealing Cord
November 15, 2018
Versatile and easy-to-install, GORE® 100% ePTFE sealing cord is a cost-effective solution for large steel flanges in general-use applications. Joint Sealant, the first form-in-place gasket, was invented by Gore more
Featured in Lyon Today Magazine
November 12, 2018
Motion Control Parts Supplier Brings Jobs to Lyon Township By Diane Gale Andreassi Construction of a $13 million building in Lyon Township began October 15 and is expected to bring
Sidener Engineering Authorized as Full-Line Parker Hannifin Pneumatic Distributor
November 9, 2018
The new agreement authorizes Sidener to distribute all Pneumatic products, including actuators, valves, cylinders and air-prep products. November 13, 2018 – Noblesville, IN – Sidener Engineering, a division of Exotic
ACE Profile Dampers Protect Motion Systems
October 18, 2018
For motion systems, crashes can be catastrophic – causing anything from inconvenient repairs to costly system downtime. One company, however has successfully found a way to minimize the dangers of
Destaco Introduces Tolerance Compensation Clamp Series
October 18, 2018
Destaco’s new TCC Series adds greater flexibility by offering tolerance compensation, allowing the clamp to self-adjust within three degrees of clamp arm moving without the need to use shims. The
Parker Hose Products Division Training Videos
October 18, 2018
Parker Hannifin Hose Division has launched a series of videos to help you better understand Parker GlobalCore, Parkrimp Crimping System, basic elements of hoses and more. Check them out here.
Don’t Forget to Register for Free Training Classes!
October 18, 2018
Don’t forget to register now for 4th quarter training & development classes! Training is free and offered every Thursday from 1:00-2:30pm. Click here to view the course syllabus and register
Exotic Automation & Supply to Exhibit at the 2018 Die Casting Congress & Exposition
October 2, 2018
Exotic’s solutions for die casting, including sand de-coring hammers, hydraulic safety valves, safety light curtains and safety mats will be showcased. October 2nd, 2018 – Farmington Hills, MI – Exotic
Register for Free Training & Development Classes
September 12, 2018
Registration for our 4th quarter training & development courses is now open! Training is free and offered every Thursday from 1:00-2:30pm. Space is limited so please register today by emailing
New! 24/7 Mobile Aluminum Pipe Installation Van
September 12, 2018
Exotic Automation & Supply is proud to launch a new mobile service vehicle to our Retail / Service Team. The new 24/7 Transair Aluminum Pipe Installation Truck comes to your
Parker’s SCOUT Software is now Voice of the Machine™ Software
September 12, 2018
Parker Scout Mobile is now Voice of the Machine. The Voice of the Machine Software works with SensoNODE™ Sensors to wirelessly monitor assets without interrupting production. Ideal for large-scale operations
How to Properly Measure a Hose Before Crimping
September 12, 2018
In this 3-minute video, you will learn how to properly measure your hose assembly prior to making the first cut.
