Parker Pneumatics division developed several resources to make selecting the correct pneumatic products a breeze. From cross reference tools to CAD Files and videos, check out Parker’s e-tools portal to find everything you need in one place.
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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 offered in standard and custom configurations and relied upon to improve testing safety & maximize testing efficiency!
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 needed
- Windows/Mac compatible
- Instantly updates with new features and parts, nothing to download
- Easy to use with little or no experience
- Very fast design capability using click, drag, & snap technology
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 – Flint ParkerStore
Lunch catered from Famous Dave’s
4186 Pier North Blvd., Suite A, Flint, MI 48504 - Thursday, September 18th – Grand Rapids NW ParkerStore
Lunch catered from City Barbeque
600 Scribner Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
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, 2025 from 11:00am – 1:00pm | 4103 Grand Oak Blvd, Suite B103 Lansing, MI 48911
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 and no specialized labor for compressed air, vacuum, industrial / inert gas, process water, and chemical transfer applications. Exotic’s factory authorized, certified installers ensure a 10-year leak-free warranty and are available 24/7.
Why Parker Transair Aluminum Air Pipe?
- Significant Cost Savings Over Traditional Piping Systems
- 10-Year Leak Free Warranty
- 80% Labor Savings Over Black Pipe
- 100% Silicone Free
- Lube & Torque Free Installation – Install without the need to thread, solder or glue!
- Corrosion Resistant
- Reduced Energy Costs
With over 20 years of innovation, Transair piping is built to provide years of dependable service! Learn more here.
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 coming soon! Visit the store today!
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 of a proper lubrication plan, that can ultimately help to avoid unplanned machine downtime.
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, to provide a continuous supply of high-purity nitrogen.
Parker Hannifin has developed an interactive guide designed to take the guess work out of selecting a Nitrogen Generator. Check it out here.
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 – Lansing ParkerStore
Lunch catered from Smokey Bones BBQ
4103 Grand Oak Dr., Suite B103, Lansing, MI 48911 - Thursday, August 21st – Flint ParkerStore
Lunch catered from Famous Dave’s
4186 Pier North Blvd., Suite A, Flint, MI 48504 - Thursday, September 18th – Grand Rapids NW ParkerStore
Lunch catered from City Barbeque
600 Scribner Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
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:
- Parker PD Series Variable Displacement Piston Pump
- Parker Valves
- WEG Motors
- Optional IFM Process Monitoring Equipment


ParkerStore Customer Appreciation Week
March 18, 2026
Join us as we celebrate you, our valued customer! Don’t miss ParkerStore Appreciation Week, April 13th – 17th at all locations. During this week, stop by for complementary lunch, free

Why is Elastic Locking Important in Industrial Motion Control?
February 12, 2026
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

Parker PCH Network Portal
February 12, 2026
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

Parker I-Force Ironless Linear Motor
February 12, 2026
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

Review and Benchmark Your Plant Lubrication Practices
February 12, 2026
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.

Compressed Air Solutions from Exotic Air Systems
February 12, 2026
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

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
