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.
FasTest Connectors for Leak Tests & Fluid Transfer
August 12, 2025
Better leak tests start with the best connection tools! FasTest is a dedicated manufacturer of advanced engineered connectors for product testing, fluid transfer, and other processing applications. Fastest connectors are
Design & Build with 80/20’s IdeaBuilder
August 12, 2025
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 – no additional software
Join Us at Our Upcoming Events!
August 12, 2025
Join us at our upcoming ParkerStore Open Houses from 11:00am-1:00pm for catered BBQ, product demonstrations, training classes & your chance to win a Solo Stove Bonfire! Thursday, August 21st –
Join Us for Our Lansing Open House!
July 24, 2025
You’re Invited! Join us at our Lansing Open House for product demos, giveaways and lunch catered from Smokey Bones BBQ! Plus enter to win a Solo Stove! Thursday, August 7th,
The Fast, Flexible, Easy to Modify Piping System – Parker Transair
July 22, 2025
Save money and increase safety with the most advanced air, inert gas and vacuum aluminum piping system on the market! Parker Transair Aluminum Compressed Air Piping installs fast with minimal tooling
Have You Visited Our Online Store Yet?
July 10, 2025
Exotic’s online store makes placing new Parker Hannifin product orders & retrieving past order details a breeze! Access more than 20,000+ Parker Hannifin products with more items & product lines
SKF Lubrication Schedule Planner Tool
July 10, 2025
SKF Lubrication Planner bridges the gap between a software platform and a simple spreadsheet to you avoid unplanned machine downtime. The SKF Lubrication Planner enables the development, administration and follow up
Considering Nitrogen Generation?
July 10, 2025
A nitrogen generator is a device used to produce nitrogen gas from atmospheric air. It typically separates nitrogen from other components in the air, such as oxygen and trace gases,
10 Things Not to Do When Your Hydraulic Fitting Leaks
July 10, 2025
From small operations to global corporations hydraulic fitting leaks happen. In this podcast, the team from Parker Tube Fittings provides practical advice on fixing and/or mitigating the problem. Check it
Join Us at Our Upcoming Open Houses!
July 10, 2025
Join us at our upcoming ParkerStore Open Houses from 11:00am-1:00pm for catered BBQ, product demonstrations, training classes & your chance to win a Solo Stove Bonfire! Thursday, August 7th –
Standard Hydraulic Power Unit Quick-Ship Program!
July 10, 2025
Introducing Exotic’s new Standard Hydraulic Power Unit Quick-Ship Program, created to provide you with a hydraulic power unit built to your exact specifications –delivered in 2-4 weeks! All HPU’s include:
Perma Star Vario Versatile Lubrication System
June 16, 2025
perma STAR VARIO is used for single-point lubrication of roller and sliding bearings, sliding guides, open gears, gear racks, spindles, shaft seals and chains. Thanks to precise lubricant metering, perma