When large systems need a reliable safety stop, the right protection matters. EB63–EB160 Safety Shock Absorbers from ACE Controls are designed to absorb extreme energy during emergency stop situations, helping protect cranes, gantry systems, conveyors and heavy automation equipment from costly damage.
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Join Kaishan for a webinar on Thursday, May 28th at 11:00am where they will break down how to evaluate compressed air systems based on application-level risk, not assumptions.
Using real-world examples across industries, Kaishan will show how leading plants structure their systems to balance performance, reliability and total cost of ownership. You’ll leave with a practical framework to identify where you’re overspending, where you may be exposed and how to make more confident decisions moving forward. Register here!
Exotic Automation & Supply’s Offline Filtration System enhances fluid quality and boosts equipment longevity. Custom-built to meet specific needs, it offers continuous, independent filtration, minimizing downtime and maintenance while ensuring reliable performance with high-quality components.
May 5th, 2026: New Hudson, MI: Exotic Automation & Supply, a premier Parker Hannifin distributor, announced today the completion of the remodel of their Muskegon (West Michigan Rubber) location. The store remodel began in December 2025 after West Michigan Rubber was acquired by Exotic Automation with a goal to increase the store’s inventory selection and offerings to customers.
“The remodel of our Muskegon ParkerStore marks a huge accomplishment and investment to support our West Michigan customer base.” Tommy Marino, Vice President of Sales said. “Our team has worked hard over the past few months redesigning the layout of the store while adding inventory, creating product demos and training our team on the new product lines that were brought on with the acquisition.”
The expanded product offerings resulting from the acquisition include a wide range of brands, including Parker Hannifin pneumatic, hydraulic, filtration and electromechanical products, as well as ACE Controls, SKF, Perma, Enerpac, Dixon, NOSHOK, and Exotic Air Systems. The expanded products along with increased inventory position the Muskegon store as a leading industrial supplier to West Michigan’s growing manufacturing sector.
“Our remodeled Muskegon location offers an unmatched level of support for customers.” Steve Orlando, President said. “With our nineteen store locations and dedicated account and product sales team, we are fully equipped to meet all customer needs, whether a custom hydraulic power unit, compressor, or hose assembly.”
The Muskegon ParkerStore is located at 767 W Hackley Ave, Muskegon, MI 49441 and is open Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm.
To celebrate the remodeling, the company will host an open house on Thursday, May 14th, 2026, from 11:00am to 1:00pm. The event will feature catered lunch from Dr. Rolf’s BBQ, product demonstrations, giveaways and grand prizes. Customers are encouraged to RSVP on the company’s website.
About Exotic Automation & Supply: Exotic Automation & Supply was founded in 1963 and has grown to become a leading provider of motion & control solutions. The company has nineteen store locations throughout Michigan & Indiana and offers a comprehensive selection of solutions including custom hoses and fittings, pneumatic and hydraulic components, filtration, lubrication equipment, engineered power units, compressed air equipment & more.
You’re invited to our Muskegon Open House! Join us Thursday, May 14th from 11am – 1pm to see live product demonstrations, enjoy lunch catered by Dr. Rolf’s BBQ, and enter to win an Ooni Pizza Oven. RSVP here!
Essential Factors for Sizing a Pressure Gauge
October 20, 2026
A pressure gauge provides operators with a vital indication of the system’s pressure, making it an essential component of any process system. In this article, NoShok covers the essential factors to consider when
Compressed Air Safety: Which Type of Compressor Wins?
October 20, 2026
Compressed air safety is not only about operating air compressors safely but also evaluating hazards to personnel and the potential impact of oil carryover on end products. In this Kaishan
Industrial Gas Springs from ACE Controls
October 20, 2026
Looking to lift or lower loads with control and without excessive strength? ACE Controls Industrial Gas Springs are maintenance-free, ready-to-install and available in body diameters of 0.31″ to 2.76″ (8 to
Parker Optomechanical Focusing Nano Positioner
October 20, 2026
Achieve nanometer level stability in milliseconds! When your application depends on holding focus at the nanometer scale, there’s no room for settling time you didn’t plan for. Parker’s ZFA Series Optomechanical
Exotic is Now an Authorized Teadit® Distributor!
October 20, 2026
Exotic is now an Authorized Teadit® distributor! Teadit® is widely recognized as a world leader in the development and manufacturing of innovative fluid sealing products used throughout various industrial markets
Meet our Engineering Team!
October 20, 2026
Meet our talented Engineering Team! Each day Exotic’s Engineering Team designs, builds, tests & delivers custom engineered systems. They provide industrial fluid power solutions for everything from large complex manufacturing
Register Today for the Motion & Control Summit!
September 21, 2026
Join us for the 2026 Motion & Control Summit & Expo! The summit will be held October 7th & 8th and will feature a 25+ booth expo hall at our
New Parker PHorce 367 Hydraulic Hose
September 21, 2026
Parker PHorce 367 delivers reliable constant-pressure performance in a compact hydraulic hose designed for demanding installation environments. Its lower force-to-bend construction helps technicians route, assemble, and replace hose more easily,
Keep Vehicles Moving Through the Wash
September 21, 2026
Car wash equipment operates in one of the most demanding pneumatic environments: high-cycle motion, constant water and chemical exposure, temperature variation, and the need for reliable performance across long operating
Perma Gateway Bluetooth for Lubrication
September 21, 2026
Perma has launched the Gateway BLUETOOTH, a cutting-edge add-on for perma Bluetooth lubrication systems. This compact device eliminates the range limitations of traditional Bluetooth connections enabling remote access to Bluetooth-enabled
Exotic Automation & Supply Rebrands as Exotic Automation
September 1, 2026
NEW HUDSON, Mich., Sept. 1, 2026 — Exotic Automation, a premier Parker Hannifin distributor, announced today that it has completed its rebrand from Exotic Automation & Supply to Exotic Automation. For more
Bond Fluidaire and West Michigan Rubber Change Name to Exotic Automation
September 1, 2026
Bond Fluidaire & West Michigan Rubber have been a part of the Exotic Automation family since 2022 & 2025, respectively. NEW HUDSON, Mich., Sept. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Exotic Automation, a premier Parker