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In industrial environments, holding a component in place is rarely as simple as stopping movement. Machines vibrate, loads shift, and operators interact with equipment in ways that introduce constant, variable forces. In these conditions, a rigid locking system can actually work against long-term performance by transferring shock directly into surrounding structures. Elastic locking offers a more practical solution by holding position while still managing the energy created by real-world operation. Learn more here.
The 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 sizes of H Series ISO valves.
Parker’s I-Force family of linear motors is ideal when you need smooth, precise motion with zero cogging. These motors have a lightweight, ironless design, which means there’s no magnetic pull or drag—making them perfect for cleanrooms, robotics, or applications that require very fine movement.
Key Benefits:
• Smooth, quiet, and accurate motion
• Compact and lightweight design
• Excellent for precision positioning
Is your lubrication strategy up to industry standards? Find out in minutes with the free SKF Quick Lubrication Review (QLR) – a short, web-based self-assessment for technical and maintenance leaders. Benchmark your practices, get instant insights, and receive a personalized report straight to your inbox.
Exotic Air Systems provides full service air solutions ranging from free on-site assessments to identify key savings opportunities, to machine maintenance & repair to ensure maximum uptime. Our 24/7 Technicians ensure your facilities are fully functional 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year!
Exotic Air Systems is an authorized distributor for Kaishan, the 3rd largest compressor manufacturer in the world! Kaishan manufactures over 70,000 compressors yearly and offers a variety of compressor options including Rotary Screw Air Compressors, Industrial Vacuum Pumps, Centrifugal Air Compressors, and ORC Power Generators.

Meet Mike Dallas, Exotic’s Filtration Product Manager! Filtering out air or fluid contaminates such as dust, viruses, mold and bacteria is more important than ever and Mike works daily to help customers achieve this goal. He ensures proper filtration techniques and products are in use to save money and increase efficiency. Mike has over 36 years of experience in fluid power and enjoys hunting and fishing in his free time.
Mike’s Specialties:
- Gas Generators
- Industrial Process Chillers
- Compressed Air Dryers
- Portable Filter Carts
- Dust, Mist & Fume Collectors
- Industrial Spin-On Filters
- On-Engine Fuel Filters
- Fluid Filters
- Coolant Filters
- Air Filters

Exciting updates to our Muskegon ParkerStore are underway! We’re updating the store’s look while expanding inventory, creating a larger showroom and adding service capabilities. The store is open during construction and we will be celebrating the remodel with an Open House this Spring. We hope to see you there!
Exotic’s online store makes placing new Parker Hannifin product orders & retrieving past order details a breeze! Count on our ecommerce store for:
- Access to your company’s exclusive pricing – the same pricing / quotes you would receive by contacting us!
- View your account information including order history, tracking information & more.
- Access to more than 20,000+ Parker Hannifin products!
Parker flat-face quick couplings and no drip quick disconnects are designed to minimize spillage and air inclusion when connecting or disconnecting due to their flat face valves. Parker’s FEM series is very resistant to vibrations and mechanical stress, making it ideal for construction, mobile, and transport industries.
Parker’s Virtual Engineer is designed to save valuable time, reduce cost and enhance accuracy while providing a thorough understanding of all product options for your pneumatic applications. Easily configure Parker’s pneumatic solutions, including arc of motion actuators, linear motion actuators, valves, and manifolds all in one spot!
DESTACO has designed its Cobot Tooling Solutions for simplicity and ease of use with off-the-shelf availability via kits that feature all of the end-user selected accessories, along with the hardware and tools needed for installation.

Download Parker’s Updated Tube Fittings Catalog
March 9, 2021
View and download Parker’s new Tube Fittings catalog here. The new catalog features updated information on EO and EO-2 Fittings, steps for selecting fillings based on the STAMP procedure, support

Watch Compressed Air Contamination in Detail
March 9, 2021
This video takes a look at all of the compressed air contaminants in detail to understand the problems they can cause within a compressed air system if they are not

Baldwin B40142 & B40145 Lube Spin-On Filters
March 9, 2021
Baldwin’s latest versions of their popular high efficiency, high capacity filters are designed to provide maximum protection for engines that meet EPA 200 emission regulations. The new filters are designed

Register Now for our Parker PCH Portal Webinar!
March 8, 2021
Join us for our upcoming PCH Portal webinar, Tuesday, March 23rd at 2:00pm. In this webinar we will cover: • An introduction to the PCH portal • Port Configurability •

Sign Up for Our Text Alerts!
March 3, 2021
Receive a free mystery gift and be the first to know about upcoming events and exclusive offers by signing up for our new text alerts! To sign up, text “FITTINGS”

Congratulations to The Winners of Our YETI Hopper Cooler Giveaway!
February 19, 2021
Thank you to all who attended this year’s Virtual Motion & Control Summit and congrats to the winners of our YETI Hopper Cooler giveaway!

Enerpac SFM-Series Split-Flow Manifolds
February 11, 2021
Enerpac’s new Split-Flow Manifold improves safety, precision and control in lifting and lowering operations. The SFM-Series offer an economical solution for basic multi-point simultaneous lifting applications and enables a single operator

Upgrade Your Filter Performance with OIL-X
February 11, 2021
Built on Parker’s worldwide expertise in filtration, the OIL-X range has been developed to ensure consistent outstanding air quality, guaranteed for 12 months, and third-party validated to meet ISO 8573-1.

Transair Pipe is Now Available in 8 Inch Diameter!
February 11, 2021
Parker Transair Aluminum piping is now available in 1/2 to 8 inch diameters! The new 8 inch pipe is ideal for moving the large volumes of compressed air generated by centrifugal

Learn How to Read a GlobalCore Hose Layline
February 11, 2021
Parker GlobalCore is a unified family of six robust hydraulic hoses designed to endure tough conditions. Learn how to read the important information on GlobalCore hose layline in this video taught by

Register Now for Next Week’s Motion & Control Summit!
February 11, 2021
Register today next week’s virtual Motion & Control Summit! The 2-day event is free to attend and full of motion & control, industrial hydraulics, fluid power safety & pneumatic content

4 Common Misconceptions About Cobots
February 2, 2021
4 Common Misconceptions About Cobots
