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 Sealants for Industrial Applications
September 12, 2018
When a reliable seal is needed in challenging situations – including exposure to high pressures and temperatures, abrasion, imperfect flange surfaces and harmful chemicals – Gore provides reliable sealing solutions.
New Enerpac High Performance Battery Powered Pump
September 12, 2018
The ZC-Series cordless hydraulic pump is ideal for jobs that require a combination of portability, speed and safety and works well for remote locations without access to power and indoors
Visit us at the 2018 Die Casting Congress & Expo!
August 16, 2018
Exotic Automation & Supply will be exhibiting at the 2018 Die Casting Congress & Expo, October 15-17, 2018 at the Indiana Convention Center. On display will be our Control Reliable
Barksdale Electronic Dual Differential Pressure Switch
August 16, 2018
Barksdale’s Electronic Dual Differential Pressure Switch is a differential switch, transmitter and gauge all in one! It’s features make it ideal for filtration systems, pump & compressor monitoring, fluid leak
Enerpac Low-Height Skidding System
August 16, 2018
Enerpac’s new Low-Height Skidding System is a modular system that can jack and slide heavy loads over a pre-constructed track. A series of special PTFE-coated pads are placed on the
Parker Twinhammer Dual Air/Water Hose
August 16, 2018
Parker Twinhammer hose was launched in response to an OSHA mandate and new rule to curb the amount of occupancy respirable crystalline silica (RCS) dust. The hose consists of bonded
Custom Filter Carts for Hydraulic Systems
August 16, 2018
Exotic Automation & Supply’s filter carts provide a convenient, portable mode of off-line filtration, flushing & fluid transfer. The cart’s narrow design makes it the ideal choice to easily navigate
Meet Steve Misiakowski: Engineering Manager
July 16, 2018
Steve Misiakowski has been with Exotic for over 10 years and is Exotic’s Engineering Director. Steve manages a team of skilled engineers who specialize in pneumatic, hydraulic and electromechanical applications.
Enerpac Sync Grip Puller Set
July 16, 2018
The synchronized jaws on the new Enerpac Sync Grip Puller makes it the easiest puller to operate! Simple: • Synchronized movement of all three jaws makes positioning the puller simple
Visit us at the 2018 Ground Vehicle Expo!
July 16, 2018
We will be exhibiting at the 2018 Ground Vehicle Systems Engineering & Technology Expo, August 7-9 at the Suburban Showplace in Novi, Michigan. Visit us at booth #350 where our
Now Online! ACE Controls Gas Spring Calculation Program
June 12, 2018
Find the Right Gas Spring in one Minute! ACE Control’s new gas spring sizing program allows you to easily calculate your perfect gas spring in one minute.
WEH CNG Fueling Nozzle Dominates the World Market
June 12, 2018
The well-known WEH® TK17 CNG has become a standard in many fueling stations around the globe. What makes it so popular? It’s single handed operation with the look and feel
