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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.
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