Exotic’s Engineering Department designed & manufactured these custom DC-powered 48V mobile HPUs to deliver reliable hydraulic power in data center environments where efficiency, compact design and dependable performance are critical. From concept to completion, our expert engineering team delivers solutions built to meet unique operational demands. Learn more here.
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Have you ever wondered why there are so many different hydraulic hose standards in use across industries, regions, and applications? This Parker Blog compares manufacturer-driven and region-specific standards like SAE and how they compare to the global ISO 18752 standard.
Challenge: A new waterpark planned along the Des Moines River needed to build a Wave Shaper to create artificial waves that would be used for surfing, kayaking, canoeing or wakeboard.
Solution: Partnering with Parker, Exotic designed and manufactured several custom solutions including power units, cylinders, hoses and fittings that would get the 30 foot steel Wave Shaper moving. The project included more than 60 hours of engineering, design and installation. Read the Parker case study here.
We’ve increased our inventory to ensure we have what you need when you need it! Our warehouses are stocked with over $20M in inventory and all in-stock orders received by 4:00pm EST are shipped same day! Stop by one of our ParkerStores or contact us for assistance.
New! Enerpac High Tonnage Cylinders
July 17, 2017
Enerpac’s next generation of high tonnage hydraulic cylinders were released this week and have been upgraded with many new features: Nitrocarbourization: This heat treatment transforms the outer layer of steel.
Explosion Proof Motor Classifications by Hazardous Location
July 17, 2017
Confused by the array of explosion-proof classes, groups, divisions, and codes? This new technical brochure will explain what you need to know when specifying motors or other electrical equipment for
Graco LubePro Series Pump
July 17, 2017
As a hard-working professional focused on ensuring your production lines keep moving and your operating costs are reduced, automatic lubrication should be an essential part of your machine maintenance. Without
New Website for Parker Tracking System (PTS)
July 1, 2017
This month, Parker announced the launch of their new PTS (Parker Tracking System) website. The website serves as a comprehensive information source for their innovative component-tagging and asset management solution.
Exotic is Now a Barksdale Authorized Distributor!
July 1, 2017
We are proud to announce that Exotic Automation & Supply is now an exclusive distributor for Barksdale Control Products. For over 65 years, Barksdale has been a leading provider of
Enerpac’s New Jack-Up Systems
July 1, 2017
Enerpac’s new Jack-Up Systems provide a new solution for lifting, lowering and holding heavy loads. The multi-point hydraulic lifting system uses an incremental stage-lifting principle. The lifting frame of each
Join us at one of our Summer Open Houses!
June 16, 2017
Please join us at one of our branch open houses this summer! Why attend? BBQ, Giveaways & enter to win the grand prize – a Bose speaker valued over $300
Parker Phases Out F12-150 Hydraulic Motors
June 1, 2017
Parker Hannifin Hydraulic Power Division has announced the phase out of the F12-150 product line. The new F12-152 will be it’s replacement and offers smaller overall dimensions, lighter weight, increased
Our New Lansing Location is Now Open!
June 1, 2017
You spoke, we listened! We are proud to announce our Lansing ParkerStore has moved and expanded! Located minutes off of US-127 by I-96, the new store provides you with larger
Try Parker’s New Servo Motor Drawing Tool
May 1, 2017
If you are a current user of Parker servo motors and gearheads or are interested in specifying them for an application, this new tool will produce the drawings you need
24/7 Hose Doctor Services
May 1, 2017
Up-time is everything which is why our 24/7 Hose Doctor service comes to your site to replace hoses on the spot! From Comerica Park to Michigan’s freeways, Exotic’s Hose Doctors
Michigan’s Exotic Automation & Supply Acquires Indiana Parker Distributor Sidener Engineering
April 3, 2017
The acquisition positions the combined companies for fast-track growth in the fluid power, hydraulic, pneumatic, safety, and automation markets. April 1, 2017 – Farmington Hills, MI and Indianapolis, IN: Exotic