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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
Don’t Let the Snow Slow You Down!
Our nine (9) Michigan ParkerStores are just right around the corner when you need them the most. Stop by Exotic for hydraulic hose assemblies, quick disconnects, fittings, adapters and everything
Henry Testa – Group Sales Director
Henry Testa is the Director of Sales for Exotic Automation’s Southeast Michigan region. His team is responsible for all served Exotic markets – automotive MRO, machine tool, defense, steel, chemical
Study: Monitoring Pressure in a Hydraulics Room
The Situation: A company producing specialty metal products had been monitoring the pressure levels of its hydraulic pump room using glycerin-filled gauges. This system required a worker to manually check
ACE Controls Heavy Industrial Shock Absorbers
The heavy industrial shock absorber from ACE tops off the company’s offerings in damping technology. This ACE category gives designers a choice between self-compensating and adjustable machine elements. Whichever design
The Entire Parker Catalog at Your Fingertips
As one of Parker’s most diverse apps available, the Parker Bookshelf App hosts digital copies of every Parker Catalog, updated with the latest part numbers and specifications. The Parker catalogs
Exotic Earns 5 Parker Distributor Awards!
Exotic was recognized at this year’s Parker Hannifin National Sales Meeting for earning 5 Distributor awards. The most of any distributor in the United States. Thank you to our customers
Exotic Automation – Purchase Order Terms & Conditions
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Exotic Automation & Supply Opens Parker Store in Ann Arbor
Farmington Hills – October 13, 2014 – Exotic Automation & Supply, a leading Michigan-based manufacturer and distributor of automation systems, material handling solutions and components, is opening its latest Parker
Exotic Automation & Supply to Open Parker Store in Shelby Township
Full service location to offer hoses, couplings, and fittings for hydraulic, pneumatic, industrial and mobile applications – The first in Macomb County. Farmington Hills, MI – July 1, 2014 –
Exotic Automation & Supply to Exhibit at the 2013 Great Lakes Truck Expo
Exotic’s Alternative Fuels Product Group’s CSA certified solutions & Specialty Products Group’s custom rubber & plastics will be featured. Farmington Hills, MI – September 4, 2013 – Exotic Automation and
Michigan’s Exotic Automation & Supply Celebrates 50th Anniversary
“50 Years: Making it in Detroit” theme highlights commitment to region, strength through diversification and innovation. Farmington Hills, MI – April 15, 2013 – Exotic Automation & Supply, a leading
Michigan’s Exotic Automation & Supply to exhibit at the 2013 Work Truck Show & Green Truck Summit
Exotic’s Alternative Fuels Product Group to feature solutions for CNG / LPG dispensing and on-board systems. Farmington Hills, MI – February 26, 2013 – Exotic Automation and Supply’s will showcase