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!

O.M.LER AF1470 Decoring Hammer
October 17, 2024
OMLER Pneumatic Sand Decoring Hammers combine high quality with performance to remove sand or ceramic from aluminum and grey iron castings. O.M.LER’s AF1470 Hammer is 25% lighter due to its aluminum

80/20 IdeaBuilder Software
October 17, 2024
With the ability to design in minutes, 80/20’s IdeaBuilder can be used by designers of any experience level. It’s as simple as selecting a profile, clicking and dragging. Web-based –

Parker QuickFit Oil Change System
October 17, 2024
Change your oil in just 3 easy steps in under 30 minutes! Parker’s QuickFit Oil Change System is easy to install and provides a cleaner and safer oil change process for engines

You’re Invited to Our Grand Rapids Open House!
October 8, 2024
Join us Thursday, October 24th from 11:00am – 1:00pm at our newly remodeled Grand Rapids – Scribner location for our Open House featuring product demos, giveaways and lunch catered from

Exotic Automation & Supply Launches New Ecommerce Portal
October 1, 2024
NEW HUDSON, Mich., Oct. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Exotic Automation & Supply, a premier Parker Hannifin Distributor, announced today they have launched a new ecommerce platform aimed to provide customers with a helpful,

Pressure Gauges from NOSHOK
September 19, 2024
NOSHOK offers a broad range of pressure gauges that are engineered with state-of-the-art technology to provide excellent accuracy & reliability to accommodate nearly every application. NOSHOK offers dry and liquid

Parker PCH Network Portal
September 19, 2024
The Parker PCH Network Portal offers decentralized Inputs/Outputs and IO-Link master ports opening the door to optimized machine architecture and new levels of configurability all while connecting to the 5

Upgrades to Parker P33 Safety Exhaust Valves
September 19, 2024
Parker has implemented two changes to their P33 Safety Exhaust Valve products to enhance performance, particularly in low-pressure applications. Solenoid Coil Upgrade: The valves will now be equipped with a 2.0W solenoid

Exotic Air Systems Equipment, Parts & Accessories
September 19, 2024
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
September 19, 2024
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
August 13, 2024
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