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.
When large systems need a reliable safety stop, the right protection matters. EB63–EB160 Safety Shock Absorbers from ACE Controls are designed to absorb extreme energy during emergency stop situations, helping protect cranes, gantry systems, conveyors and heavy automation equipment from costly damage.
Join Kaishan for a webinar on Thursday, May 28th at 11:00am where they will break down how to evaluate compressed air systems based on application-level risk, not assumptions.
Using real-world examples across industries, Kaishan will show how leading plants structure their systems to balance performance, reliability and total cost of ownership. You’ll leave with a practical framework to identify where you’re overspending, where you may be exposed and how to make more confident decisions moving forward. Register here!
Exotic Automation & Supply’s Offline Filtration System enhances fluid quality and boosts equipment longevity. Custom-built to meet specific needs, it offers continuous, independent filtration, minimizing downtime and maintenance while ensuring reliable performance with high-quality components.
May 5th, 2026: New Hudson, MI: Exotic Automation & Supply, a premier Parker Hannifin distributor, announced today the completion of the remodel of their Muskegon (West Michigan Rubber) location. The store remodel began in December 2025 after West Michigan Rubber was acquired by Exotic Automation with a goal to increase the store’s inventory selection and offerings to customers.
“The remodel of our Muskegon ParkerStore marks a huge accomplishment and investment to support our West Michigan customer base.” Tommy Marino, Vice President of Sales said. “Our team has worked hard over the past few months redesigning the layout of the store while adding inventory, creating product demos and training our team on the new product lines that were brought on with the acquisition.”
The expanded product offerings resulting from the acquisition include a wide range of brands, including Parker Hannifin pneumatic, hydraulic, filtration and electromechanical products, as well as ACE Controls, SKF, Perma, Enerpac, Dixon, NOSHOK, and Exotic Air Systems. The expanded products along with increased inventory position the Muskegon store as a leading industrial supplier to West Michigan’s growing manufacturing sector.
“Our remodeled Muskegon location offers an unmatched level of support for customers.” Steve Orlando, President said. “With our nineteen store locations and dedicated account and product sales team, we are fully equipped to meet all customer needs, whether a custom hydraulic power unit, compressor, or hose assembly.”
The Muskegon ParkerStore is located at 767 W Hackley Ave, Muskegon, MI 49441 and is open Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm.
To celebrate the remodeling, the company will host an open house on Thursday, May 14th, 2026, from 11:00am to 1:00pm. The event will feature catered lunch from Dr. Rolf’s BBQ, product demonstrations, giveaways and grand prizes. Customers are encouraged to RSVP on the company’s website.
About Exotic Automation & Supply: Exotic Automation & Supply was founded in 1963 and has grown to become a leading provider of motion & control solutions. The company has nineteen store locations throughout Michigan & Indiana and offers a comprehensive selection of solutions including custom hoses and fittings, pneumatic and hydraulic components, filtration, lubrication equipment, engineered power units, compressed air equipment & more.
You’re invited to our Muskegon Open House! Join us Thursday, May 14th from 11am – 1pm to see live product demonstrations, enjoy lunch catered by Dr. Rolf’s BBQ, and enter to win an Ooni Pizza Oven. RSVP here!
Enerpac Hydraulic Gantries are a safe, efficient way to lift and position heavy loads in applications where traditional cranes will not fit and permanent overhead structures for job cranes are not an option. When used with rail systems, hydraulic gantries also provide a means for moving and placing heavy loads. Hydraulic gantries are a cost effective solution for many lifting and rigging applications.

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
