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Thank you to everyone who attended our 2023 ParkerStore open houses at our Traverse City, Noblesville, Marysville and St. Joseph locations! We had a great time seeing you! Our next event is right around the corner! Exotic will be hosting Customer Appreciation Week at all 17 ParkerStore locations the week of September 25th – 29th. Stay tuned for more details!
Exotic Automation & Supply, a premier Parker Hannifin distributor, is proud to announce that effective July 1, 2023 three new members have joined their Board of Directors. These three individuals will bring tremendous distribution, manufacturing and financial experience and leadership to advise the company as they continue to diversify into new markets and product lines. The board members will also play a key role in advising how to continue to perfect and grow Exotic’s existing distribution and manufacturing business.
Exotic Automation & Supply welcomes the following members to the Board of Directors:
J. Michael Marks:
Mike Marks rejoins Exotic’s board after having previously served from 2000 to 2010. Mike spent two decades working in distribution management before co-founding Indian River Consulting Group where he specializes in distribution strategy, supply chain management, and outside sales strategy. Mike has also authored numerous books surrounding business and strategy, in addition to serving as a Faculty Member for Purdue University’s University of Innovative Distribution and as a Research Fellow for the National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors. With over 30 years of experience serving on other boards and advising expertise, Exotic is excited to welcome Mike back!
Ted Bojanowski:
Ted joins the board with over 40 years of industry experience in manufacturing, sales & marketing, and several Executive roles. A graduate of The Ohio State University, Ted’s previous experience includes roles as Senior Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Garlock Sealing Technologies, President of Hagglunds Drives, and most recently Vice President of Global Mobile Sales, Marketing, and System Engineering at Parker Hannifin Corporation. Ted’s industry experience and leadership in OEM and defense markets makes him a great addition to Exotic.
Russell Smaston:
Russ also returns to Exotic as a board member after retiring from his position as Exotic’s CFO in early 2022. A graduate of Michigan State University, Russ spent seven years as a Manager for Arthur Andersen & Co., before leaving to join Exotic for the next 32 years. Russ’ financial, operational, and human resource experience and history with Exotic will complement the external experience and guidance from Mike and Ted.
“I’m thrilled to have these three come together to support Exotic and help us continue our mission to be Parker’s Distributor of choice and provide our customers best in class service” Tom Marino, President & CEO of Exotic said.
Exotic Automation & Supply was founded in 1963 and has grown to become one of Parker Hannifin’s largest distributors in the United States. Exotic’s headquarters is in New Hudson, Michigan and the company maintains full-service centers throughout Michigan & Indiana with locations in Ann Arbor, Freeland (Saginaw), Lansing, Taylor, Flint, Grand Rapids NW, Grand Rapids SE, Indianapolis, Jackson, Livonia, Noblesville, Port Huron, Rochester Hills, Shelby Township, St. Joseph, and Traverse City.
Rotary Unions, also called rotary joints, transfer fluid from a stationary supply into rotating machinery, such as a spinning drum heated by oil or chilled by water. Rotary unions allow the feedthrough of water, air, hydraulic, metalworking fluids, hydraulic oil, steam, vacuum and a variety of other media. Different types are used to match each set of requirements.
With 80/20 you have a lot of options when it comes to planning, designing and building your project. 80/20 University provides resources, videos and tutorials online to answer questions and assist in decision making, Want to learn more? Our 80/20 Product Manager can bring the 80/20 gurney to your site for a demonstration! Contact us to schedule today.
Parker’s Hydraulic Pump and Power System (HPS) recently introduced the new F10 Medium Duty Bent-Axis Pump and Motor Series. The F10 has the same spherical piston design as the well-known F11/F12, however, the F10 is optimized for medium duty applications, providing a compact and cost-effective installation.
Meet our Retail Manager, James Allison! James has been with Exotic for over 9 years and in his most recent role he oversees our 17 ParkerStore locations to ensure they are delivering outstanding customer service, informative solutions and the best customer experience possible. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his wife, traveling and outdoor activities.
Regardless of the application, the principle of single-line lubrication remains the same: a central pump station automatically delivers lubricant through a single supply line to the lubrication metering device. Each metering device serves only one lubrication point and may be adjusted to deliver the precise amount of grease or oil required. Learn more here.
The Parker FittingFinder app helps you easily locate the part number for the fitting you need at your fingertips! Now including competitive interchange, simply enter any part number, and let the Competitive Interchange search a comprehensive database to find the Parker equivalent – in seconds!
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Thank you to all who attended our Traverse City Open House. It was a great event with over 200 attendees! If you were not able to attend, we hope to see you at one of our upcoming open houses! We will have catered BBQ, product demonstrations, giveaways & YETI cooler giveaways. Register Today!
Meet our Warehouse Manager, Brian Benson! Brian focuses daily on ensuring our shipping & logistics operations are best-in-class. He has implemented many processes and procedures to increase efficiency during his 5 years with Exotic. In his spare time, he enjoys sports (especially hockey) and spending time with his wife & five kids.
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