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We are happy to announce West Michigan Rubber is now part of the Exotic Automation & Supply family!
Our mission has always been to provide you with with top-tier support, quality product solutions and outstanding service levels. This will only be maximized with the additional level of support and resources added by welcoming West Michigan Rubber to the Exotic Automation & Supply family!
West Michigan Rubber & Supply Co. was founded in 1955 as an industrial supplier of hose & rubber products. The Muskegon-based company is an authorized Parker Hannifin fluid connector distributor and offers custom made hose assemblies on-the-spot at their retail ParkerStore location.
The joining of West Michigan Rubber with Exotic Automation & Supply, effective December 1st, 2025, will result in a network of 19 retail store locations throughout Michigan & Indiana, enhanced service levels, an expanded product offering and more to maximize our support to you!

Pictured above from left to right:
Tom Marino, CEO of Exotic Automation & Supply, Jake Veltman, Co-Owner of West Michigan Rubber and Joe Veltman, Co-Owner of West Michigan Rubber
DESTACO has developed a set of Product Sizing Tools to help you determine the right product for your application. By answering a series of questions, the Product Sizing Tool will narrow DESTACO’s offering of products down to the top results of the right series and sized product.
To provide clean, dry, oil-free compressed air there are ten primary contaminants that must be treated. Access Parker Hannifin’s Food and Beverage Interactive to watch the compressed air contamination and its sources video, learn about all 10 contaminants and explore featured applications.
Exotic Air Systems works with virtually all industries to service and install new rotary screw air compressors. Kaishan offers a variety of air compressors for industrial and commercial use. Their Rotary Screw Air Compressor models are relied upon for their efficiency, safety & stability and low operation costs. Learn more here.
Exotic offers the complete range of Parker Parkrimp crimping machines, allowing users to efficiently create factory-quality hose assemblies at their facility. The system includes Parkalign for precise fitting alignment, a bottom-loading design for easy hose handling, color-coded dies for quick identification, and durable construction for long-lasting performance. Learn more here.
Did you know? In-stock orders received by 4:00pm EST ship same day!
Our warehouse is stocked with over $25M in inventory to support you! This is just one of our commitments to ensure you receive the products you need as quickly as possible.
Contact us today to learn more!

Aladco® pneumatic valves are built for performance, safety, and reliability in demanding industrial applications. Featuring innovative pilot-operated check valve technology, these valves provide secure, long-lasting operation while helping to optimize system efficiency. Designed to meet a wide range of application needs, Aladco® valves combine rugged construction with proven engineering to deliver dependable solutions for industries that can’t afford downtime.
COXREELS® Spring Driven Reels feature an enclosed factory-tuned and matched cartridge-style spring motor for safe & easy maintenance. The spring loaded tension enables the reel to automatically self-retract hose, cord, or cable without the need for external power, making them a great cost-effective alternative to motor driven reels.
Air compressors are uniquely tied to atmospheric conditions. Wintry weather brings the risk of freezing lines, sluggish oil and water condensation, while summer brings heat that can damage equipment across your entire compressed air system.
In this blog post, Kaishan addresses how to overcome the key concerns for both cold & hot weather extremes.
Struggling to pick the right accumulator? Parker’s expert guide breaks down piston, bladder & diaphragm types to boost your hydraulic system’s efficiency. You’ll learn:
- How different accumulators separate gas and fluid, and why it matters
- Key design features and operational principles of piston, bladder, and diaphragm accumulators
- How to select the right accumulator for your specific application
- Best practices for installation, precharging, and failure prevention
- Tips for handling large or multiple accumulator setups
Chelsea’s patented Quiet Gear technology, or QT Gear, effectively minimizes torsional vibrations, resulting in a quieter and smoother PTO operation. This technology also helps prevent premature damage that can be caused by excessive vibration, ensuring the longevity and reliability of your hydraulic system. Learn more here.

Meet Mike Dallas, Filtration Product Manager
January 20, 2026
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

Exciting Updates are Coming to Our Muskegon Location!
January 20, 2026
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

Place Orders Online!
January 20, 2026
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

Parker Non-Spill Quick Coupling Solutions
January 20, 2026
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

Parker Virtual Engineer Sizing & Selection Tool
January 20, 2026
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

DESTACO Small Payload Robot Tooling
January 20, 2026
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

Happy Holidays!
December 16, 2025
From all of us at Exotic, we wish you joy, peace and happiness during this Holiday season and throughout the new year! Please note, Exotic will be closed on Wednesday, December 24th, Thursday,

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Exotic Automation & Supply!
November 11, 2025
This season and always, we are thankful for you and wish you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving! In observance of Thanksgiving, Exotic will be closed on Thursday, November 27th & Friday,

Have You Heard?
November 11, 2025
West Michigan Rubber is now part of the Exotic Automation & Supply family! Our mission has always been to provide you with with top-tier support, quality product solutions and outstanding service levels.

Clean Air Choices Made Easy
November 11, 2025
Select the correct air pollution control system! Almost every industrial process generates airborne particulate in the form of dry particles, fumes, vapors or mists. These contaminates can lead to an unsafe

Parker Electromechanical Solutions
November 11, 2025
Parker Hannifin offers a wide range of Electromechanical solutions designed to fit your applications. Whether your project demands miniature precision for groundbreaking technologies or large-scale functionality such as overhead gantries for

Optimizing Air Compressor Efficiency with Variable Speed Drives
November 11, 2025
Join us Thursday, November 13th from 2:00 – 3:00pm for a webinar hosted by Kaishan! This webinar explores how VFDs can enhance energy savings in compressed air systems. It also address

