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 09 Series Motor Product Obsolescence
January 22, 2018
Parker streamlined their product offering and discontinued the 09 Series Hydraulic Motor. These products include the following prefixes: 09A-, 09S-,09SP-. Contact us for alternative product solutions.

Exotic Automation Appointed Distributor for SKF & Lincoln Lubrication Products
January 4, 2018
The new partnership will expand Exotic Automation & Supply’s lubrication product offering. December 12, 2017 – Farmington Hills, MI: Exotic Automation & Supply, a leading manufacturer and distributor of automation

Exotic is now an SKF / Lincoln Distributor!
January 4, 2018
Have you heard? Exotic Automation & Supply is now an authorized distributor for SKF and Lincoln lubrication products. The SKF name is widely-known for providing the most complete portfolio of

Parker Transair Advanced Pipe Solutions
January 4, 2018
Fast, flexible, and easily modified, Transair is the ideal aluminum pipe system for compressed air, vacuum, and inert gas applications. Durable and corrosion-resistant, Transair’s lightweight construction outperforms traditional piping systems.

Parker Adds 187 Hose to the GlobalCore Family
January 4, 2018
Parker’s Hose Products Division announced the launch of 187 hose to the GlobalCore family. The 187 Hose provides 1,000 psi constant working pressure, is available in sizes -16 through -48

Need a Hose or Fitting? Let Hose Finder Help!
January 4, 2018
Just Register, Download & Go! Parker’s HoseFinder mobile device application allows you to search the entire catalog of products from Parker’s HPD, IHP and PFD Divisions quickly and efficiently. Narrow

Meet our Fluid Connector Business Unit Manager!
January 4, 2018
Mike Chapman is Exotic Automation & Supply’s Fluid Connector Business Unit Manager. Mike works as a liaison between Exotic’s Account Managers and Parker Hannifin’s Fluid Connector Divisions to provide customers

Trainings for the 4th Quarter!
October 17, 2017
New Training Locations! We have extended our training & development schedule to now offer courses at 4 of our locations – Ann Arbor, Farmington, Lansing & Shelby Township! Classes are

Please Visit us at our Shelby Open House!
October 17, 2017
Please join us as we celebrate the opening of our Bent Tube Assembly Facility at our Shelby Township branch! Our customer’s demand for bent tube assemblies has grown over the

Linear Motor Solutions from Parker Electromechanical
October 16, 2017
What is a linear motor? At its core, a linear motor is a rotary motor that has been unwound and laid out flat. It allows for coupling of the motor

Barksdale BPS3000 Electronic Pressure Switches
October 16, 2017
Barksdale’s BPS3000 Electronic Dual Pressure Switches combine three discrete components (dual pressure switch, pressure transducer, and digital pressure gauge) into one compact package. The BPS300 is available in three configurations:

Parker Introduces New EC02 Digital Electronic Control Module
October 15, 2017
Parker’s Hydraulic Pump and Power Systems Division unveiled its newest device, the EC02 Digital Electronic Control Module for GOLD CUP® pumps. With unrelenting performance and reliability, the EC02 has the