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!

Exotic Automation & Supply is Now an Authorized Techman Robot Distributor
January 27, 2020
NEW HUDSON, MICH. JANUARY 24, 2020 Exotic Automation & Supply, a premier motion & control supplier, announced today they are now a distributor for Techman Collaborative Robots. The agreement authorizes
Missed One of Our 2019 Webinars?
January 23, 2020
Watch a playback! If you missed one of our Webinars or just want to refresh your skills, all of our webinar playbacks are available on our website here. Webinar Topics include Basics

Visit Scott at our New Hudson Store
January 23, 2020
Meet Scott, our New Hudson ParkerStore Representative. Scott is extremely knowledgeable on all things Parker Fluid Power and will help you find the right solutions for your applications, whether it’s

We are now a Techman Authorized Distributor!
January 23, 2020
Techman Robot specializes in safe and easy-to-operate robotics that are designed to work alongside humans. Robots are designed to lift up to 30 pounds and are known as the smartest

Sidener Engineering Changes Name to Exotic Automation & Supply
January 8, 2020
Noblesville, IN – January 8th, 2020: Sidener Engineering, a premier Parker Hannifin distributor, announced today they have completed their corporate name change to Exotic Automation & Supply. Sidener was acquired
Exotic Automation & Supply Headquarters Relocates to New Hudson Michigan
December 20, 2019
Exotic Automation & Supply, a leading motion & control supplier, announced today they have relocated their Farmington Hills headquarters and ParkerStore to New Hudson, MI. The newly constructed, 135,000 square

STAUFF Laser Particle Counters Provide Early Detection
November 19, 2019
STAUFF’s LasPaC II detects the ISO cleanness levels of hydraulic media. Fluid analysis is a crucial component of any oil management program and early detection of potential problems can prevent

Download SKF’s LubCAD App
November 19, 2019
The SKF LubCAD app allows you to use the SKF CAD download portal with its full functionality for your mobile devices. Custom your 3D CAD drawing for many products, download
Enerpac Launches New Line of Industrial Cutters
November 8, 2019
Enerpac’s new line of industrial cutters includes five families of tools designed to cut metal bar, industrial chain, wire rope and cables, metal tubes, profiles and similar materials. Each cutter

SKF’s QLS Electrically Operated Piston Pump
November 8, 2019
SKF’s Quicklub QLS Pump is a monitored lubrication system with low-level control for a maximum of 18 lubrication points. Designed for use with standard high-pressure plastic tubing, the QLS family includes pumps with

Have You Tried Parker’s Virtual Engineer Yet?
November 8, 2019
Parker’s Virtual Engineer is an innovative design tool for linear motion applications in automation. Save engineering time with three simple steps: • Enter application details using the intuitive interface •

Don’t Forget! Register for Free Training Classes
November 8, 2019
Don’t forget – Register for November and December training classes today! We offer a wide variety of classes from Basics of Hydraulic Filtration to Cylinder Sizing Fundamentals. Training is free