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!
Parker PCH Network Portal
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Upgrades to Parker P33 Safety Exhaust Valves
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Whether you’re in need of a part or an entire system, Exotic Air Systems is here to support! Exotic Air Systems stocks the leading makes and models to ensure a solution for
Custom Oil Collection Pump Back Units
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One of Exotic Engineered Systems Team’s recent projects required them to design & manufacture twenty 50-liter pneumatically driven hydraulic power units, also known as oil collection pump back units. In need
Our Online Store is Now Live!
September 17, 2024
Welcome to Our New Online Store! Exotic’s new online store makes placing new Parker Hannifin product orders & retrieving past order details a breeze! Simply create an account to access
Benefits of HyperCyl Air Over Oil Cylinders
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HyperCyl utilizes Hydra-Pneumatic technology, which offers the convenience of air with the force of hydraulics. Their air over oil cylinders are more energy efficient, using only 25% – 30% of
Enerpac New PPH-Series Hydraulic Pin Removal Kit
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The new Enerpac PPH-Series Hydraulic Pin Pulling Kit sets a new standard for efficient pin removal when carrying out maintenance on heavy machinery, mining & construction equipment. The tool incorporates
8 Questions to Ask When Selecting an Air Gripper
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Choosing the proper gripper will optimized performance, uptime and safety. In this article, Destaco highlights the eight questions to ask before choosing your gripper: What Are the Operating Requirements? Is the Environment
Parker’s Virtual Engineer Sizing Tool
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Parker’s Virtual Engineer is an innovative design tool for linear motion applications in automation. Easily size and select the correct type of pneumatic and electric linear actuator, ball screw rodless actuators,
Exotic Air Systems Maintenance & Repair
August 13, 2024
Maintenance and Repair is critical when a system is down and Exotic Air Systems’ Technicians provide the support you need to ensure your facility is fully functional 24/7. We service
Meet Scott Payton, Retail Manager
August 13, 2024
Meet Scott Payton, Exotic’s Retail Manager! Scott has been with Exotic for over 5 years and has helped grow our store network to the 19 locations it is today. Scott recently managed the
Thanks for Attending The Motion & Control Summit!
July 9, 2024
It was great seeing you at The 2024 Motion & Control Summit & Expo! We hope you found the show informative and engaging. Missed a class or have questions for an