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.
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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.
Our Retail Store Reps are here to assist you at all of our locations!
From custom made hose assemblies to lubrication to pneumatics, our Store Representatives are trained to help you get the parts you need to get your machine back up & running!
Visit our ParkerStores for:
- Custom Made Hose Assemblies
- Fittings, Couplings & Adapters
- Lubrication & Hydraulic Oil
- Hydraulic & Pneumatic Accessories
You’re Invited! Join us at our Grand Rapids – Scribner location for our Open House featuring product demos, giveaways and lunch catered from City BBQ. Plus enter to win a Solo Stove!
Thursday, September 18th, 2025 from 11:00am – 1:00pm | 600 Scribner Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Exotic Air Systems works to ensure your systems are operating at maximum efficiency & aren’t suspectable to common energy wasters, including:
- Air Leaks – Undetected leaks can waste 20–30% of compressed air energy. Regular leak detection and repairs are essential to reduce this costly inefficiency.
- Inefficient Tools or Applications – Using the wrong tools or inefficient compressed air applications can significantly increase energy consumption. Optimizing these processes can cut energy use by up to 30%.
- Excessive Pressure – Reducing discharge pressure by just 2 psi can lower energy use by 1% – leading to an overall operating cost savings of up to 1.6%.
- Wasted Heat – Without a heat recovery system, valuable thermal energy is lost. A well-designed system can recover 50–90% of this energy for heating air or water.
Exotic’s free air audits provide you with an in-depth review of your system covering everything from leak detection to efficiency analysis.
Interested in a system assessment? We’re here to help!
Contact us at (844) FIX-AIR1 or airsystems@erpc.com
You’re Invited! Join us at our Flint Open House for product demos, giveaways and lunch catered from Famous Dave’s! Plus enter to win a Solo Stove!

Thursday, August 21st, 2025 from 11:00am – 1:00pm | 4186 Pier North Blvd. Suite A, Flint, MI 48504
At Exotic Automation & Supply, our goal of delivering unparalleled support is achieved by the talent of our Customer Service Team!
What separates Exotic’s Customer Service? Our team participates in intensive trainings to stay up to date on new product announcements and technology. Whether you call, email or chat with us, we’re here to support you with everything you need – from selecting the correct part number to tracking an order. Contact us today!
Exotic is now an authorized distributor for Parker Chelsea PTO Products! Parker Chelsea is the market leader in Power Take-Off (PTO) products for the truck and mobile vocational markets. With over 80 years of expertise, Parker Chelsea is committed to pioneering cutting-edge solutions for the unique challenges of the PTO industry.
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.

Save the Date! 60th Anniversary Celebration!
June 15, 2022
We’re celebrating 60 years! Join us September 22nd & 23rd for our 60th Anniversary Celebration at our New Hudson Headquarters. We can’t wait to celebrate with you! Featuring… Lunch from

Visit Our Newest Location in Marysville!
June 15, 2022
Our Port Huron Store is officially open! Shop our newest store location at 1182 Gratiot Blvd, Marysville, MI 48040 for quick custom made hose assemblies on the spot, hydraulic & pneumatic components

Hydraulic Power Packs for Portable Machine Tools
May 25, 2022
New Electric & Diesel Powered Power Packs from Enerpac! These units are designed to supply hydraulic flow to Enerpac portable machine tools, including flange facing machines, clamshell cutters, hot tapping

Parker Transair Cross Reference Tool
May 25, 2022
Parker has developed a new tool to assist in interchanging competitive part numbers to a Transair part number. Just enter the competitive part number and if a Transair equivalent exists,

Parker Pneumatic Division Online E-Tools
May 25, 2022
Check out Parker’s Pneumatic E-Tools Portal which consists of helpful part look-up tools, sizing and selection tools, videos, CAD files, online calculators & more!

Looking for Custom Conveyor Rollers?
May 25, 2022
Exotic Automation & Supply produces custom conveyor wheels for a variety of applications! Whether your project requires urethane, rubber, plastic, polyurea or other material, we will work with you to find your best

Freeland is the ParkerStore of the Month
May 17, 2022
Freeland is May’s ParkerStore of the Month! All purchases you make at our Freeland ParkerStore in the month of May will enter you to win a $100 Visa gift card. There

We’ve Rebranded Our Line of Hydraulic Safety Valves
May 16, 2022
Exotic Automation & Supply Announces Rebrand of Sidener Hydraulic Safety Valves to Control Reliable Hydraulic Safety Valves Exotic Automation & Supply, a premier fluid power distributor with 13 locations across

Built-In Vision Systems With Collaborative Robots
April 21, 2022
Techman Robot’s ability to see and interpret visual data into command prompts is one of the features that makes it a superior choice over traditional industrial robotics. TMVision is a built-in, vision system

Check Out Parker’s Hyperchill Interactive Guide
April 21, 2022
Extremely compact and easy to use, Parker’s Hyperchill & Hyperchill Plus ensures an accurate control of water temperature. Each model is designed for safe and reliable operation in the most varied working

Parker’s PLP Metal Push-to-Connect Fittings
April 21, 2022
Parker’s new Prestolok PLP Metal Push-to-Connect Fittings offer a wide variety of configurations, allowing you to find the perfect product to meet your needs. PLP Fittings Feature: • Stainless steel grab ring • Nickel-plated brass

Visit Us At The 2022 AISTech Iron & Steel Conference!
April 21, 2022
Visit us at the 2022 AISTech Iron & Steel Conference, May 16-19 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. We’ll be showcasing our Control Reliable Hydraulic Safety Valves and other safety products for the Steel industry. Can’t
