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Scott has a strong background in Operational Excellence as he spent the last 36 years at McNaughton-McKay Electric completing his career as Executive Vice President of Operations and IT. Over the past year, Scott has worked with our warehouse leadership team to make improvements in operations including the processing of orders. He has also worked with our Customer Service department to identify automation tools that will allow our representatives to spend more time training and assisting customers with their needs.
In his spare time, Scott enjoys spending time with his wife, children and 2 grandchildren along with playing golf, racquetball and pickleball.
Exotic is hosting ParkerStore Customer Appreciation Week, April 29th – May 3rd. Starting today, stop by any of our stores for complimentary hot dogs and to scratch off our ParkerStore Lottery Ticket for your chance to win one of many prizes! We hope to see you there! Click here for a full list of our locations.
Scratch Off Your Lottery Ticket To Win!
- YETI 14oz Stackable Mug
- Carhartt Leather Work Gloves
- Anker Soundcore Bluetooth Speaker
- Carhartt Canvas Mesh Back Cap
- Cuisinart Grill Set
- Carhartt 4 Can Lunch Cooler
- Callaway 4-in-1 Blade Divot Repair Tool
Aggressive media valves are inert solenoid valves that handle corrosive or abrasive liquids and gases. They must be compatible to withstand the harsh nature of different media repeatedly for long periods, while functioning efficiently and operating safely in hostile environments. In this article from Humphrey, learn about the key features of aggressive media valves, benefits and which materials they can control.
Parker’s Virtual Engineer is an innovative design tool for linear motion applications in automation. Check it out today to easily size and select the correct type of pneumatic and electric linear actuator, ball screw rodless actuators, belt driven actuators and other electromechanical products to suit your application.
Exotic Automation & Supply will be exhibiting at booth #2909 at this year’s AISTech Iron & Steel Conference held May 6th – May 8th in Columbus, OH. Interested in attending? Email us for a FREE Expo hall pass. On display will be our wide selection of Hydraulic Safety Valves. We hope to see you there!
ParkerStore Customer Appreciation Week is Almost Here!
Join us Monday, April 29th – Friday, May 3rd at any of our ParkerStores for Customer Appreciation Week! Enjoy complimentary hot dogs and scratch off our ParkerStore Lottery Ticket for a chance to win one of many prizes. We hope to see you there! Click here for a full list of our locations.
1 in 2 Tickets Will Win:
- YETI 14oz Stackable Mug
- Carhartt Leather Work Glove
- Anker Soundcore Bluetooth Speaker
- Carhartt Canvas Mesh Back Cap
- Cuisinart Grill Set
- Carhartt 4 Can Lunch Cooler
- Callaway 4-in-1 Blade Divot Repair Tool
Meet our talented Engineering Team! Each day Exotic’s Engineering Team designs, builds, tests & delivers custom engineered systems. They provide industrial fluid power solutions for everything from large complex manufacturing centers to small, portable units. From hydraulic power units to hydraulic / pneumatic manifolds and filtration skids, Exotic’s Engineering team is here to help you every step of the way with your engineered system needs.
Common Projects:
- Hydraulic Power Units
- Lubrication Systems
- Hydraulic /Pneumatic Manifold Assemblies
- Pneumatic Panels
- Filtration Skids
- Oil Transfer Systems
Did You Know? Exotic’s World’s Largest Power Unit, built by our engineering team, won the Michigan Manufacturer’s Association 2021 “Coolest Thing Made in Michigan” award! The massive hydraulic power unit is capable of 4,800 horsepower with a maximum flow of 2,700 gallons per minute and a capacity of 18,000 gallons of hydraulic oil. The only hydraulic system in the world of its size!
Enerpac’s new SC-Series Cordless Battery Pump is compact, lightweight, and precise. It gives hydraulic tool users the power to do more in confined areas and is free from extension cords, air hoses, and actuating manual pumps.
OMLER Pneumatic Sand Decoring Hammers combine high quality with performance to remove sand or ceramic from aluminum and grey iron castings. Several hammer models are available to fit your application. Exotic is Omler’s exclusive US distributor and offers in-stock inventory as well as repair services and application assistance.
What Makes OMLER Hammers Unique?
- Patented Technology
- Lightweight
- Low Friction
- Protected Sensor
- Variable Frequency Control
- Available Frequency Monitoring
Parker PURE food grade hoses enable a clean and safe transfer of a wide range of foods, beverages and sanitary materials. Parker’s comprehensive range of constructions offer multiple colors, pressures, sizes and temperature capabilities and meet government and industry standards. Learn more here.
We are excited to announce this year’s upcoming event schedule! Our ParkerStore Customer Appreciation Week is back at all locations in April and will feature lunch & giveaways all week long! The 2024 Motion & Control Summit & Expo will be held in June and will feature a 20-booth expo hall, 2-days of free training & development, food trucks, giveaways and more. We hope to see you there!
Register Today!
• Monday, April 29th – Friday, May 3rd: ParkerStore Customer Appreciation Week! It’s back at all locations! Stop by for lunch & giveaways all week long!
• Thursday, May 9th: Lebanon, IN Open House
• Thursday, May 23rd: Kalamazoo, MI Open House
• Thursday, June 13th & Friday, June 14th: 2024 Annual Motion & Control Summit & Expo Held at our New Hudson Facility, featuring a 20-booth expo hall, 2-days of educational trainings, food trucks, prizes & more!
• Thursday, July 18th: Livonia, MI Open House
• Thursday, August 1st: Shelby Township, MI Open House
What Creates Noise in Hydraulic Systems?
What creates noise in hydraulic systems and why is it important to eliminate it? Noise in hydraulic systems is generated primarily by the mechanical workings of the pump and fluid
Control Reliable Hydraulic Safety Valves
Exotic Automation & Supply created two types of Hydraulic Safety Valves to cover all your application needs! Our Control Reliable Energy Isolation Valve functions as a two position 3-way hydraulic
We Have the Most Hoses & Fittings In-Stock!
As one of a small handful of Parker’s Certified “Connector Technical Centers “ in North America, Exotic Automation & Supply stocks more Parker Fluid Connector Inventory than any of our
Exotic Automation & Supply Appointed Distributor Partner for Barksdale Control Products
New distribution agreement sets both companies up to expand in fluid control & measurement. August 16th, 2017 – Farmington Hills, MI – Exotic Automation & Supply, a leading manufacturer
Exotic Automation & Supply is now Offering Free Product Training at 4 Different Locations
We are proud to offer free training & development classes at 4 of our Michigan locations! Space is limited so please register today by emailing [email protected] with the names of
Graco University Product Safety Training
Graco is offering a free online safety training course which covers safety hazards associated with using Graco equipment. Click here to begin.
Parker Valves Shipped in 24 Hours
Timing is key… That’s why we developed the Fluid Control Ship Program to meet your specific time-critical requirements with Parker’s best-in-class products, all available within 24 hours for quantities of
Video: How to Mount a Hydraulic Damper
Check out this quick 3-minute video from ACE Controls to learn how to properly and safely mount a hydraulic damper. Whether used as drive compensation or safety elements, the retraction
Visit us at the Advanced Manufacturing Expo in Novi
Exotic Automation & Supply will be exhibiting at the 2017 Advanced Manufacturing Expo, August 22nd in Novi, MI. The Advanced Manufacturing Expo was designed to accelerate growth with local manufacturing
24/7 Hose Doctor Service
Down Machine? Leaky Hose? Our 24/7 Hose Doctors come to you! Contact us today at 844-FIX-HOSE.
New! Enerpac High Tonnage Cylinders
Enerpac’s next generation of high tonnage hydraulic cylinders were released this week and have been upgraded with many new features: Nitrocarbourization: This heat treatment transforms the outer layer of steel.
Explosion Proof Motor Classifications by Hazardous Location
Confused by the array of explosion-proof classes, groups, divisions, and codes? This new technical brochure will explain what you need to know when specifying motors or other electrical equipment for