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From prototype to production, Exotic Automation & Supply specializes in producing high quality bent tube assemblies in steel, stainless steel and copper.
Available in sizes ranging from 1/4” to 8” in diameter with customized tube threading & end configurations, Exotic produces tubes to your exact specifications. 24/7 on-site service available! Contact us at (844) FIX-HOSE.
Exotic Automation & Supply was honored to receive 9 Parker distributor performance awards this year recognizing our Freeland, New Hudson, Noblesville & Grand Rapids branches for excellence in Fluid Connector, Hydraulics & Pneumatics. Thank you Parker for your recognition and continued support!
January 9th, 2024 – New Hudson, MI: Exotic Automation & Supply, a premier Parker Hannifin distributor, announced today they have appointed Tommy Marino as the company’s Vice President of Sales, effective immediately. In his new role, Tommy will oversee the company’s sales, product management & retail teams as well as continue his oversight of the company’s growth & expansion opportunities.
Tommy will report to the company’s Executive Vice President, Steve Orlando.
“For the past 5 years, Tommy has been at my side for all significant decisions and setting strategy for our company. Tommy has proved himself as a leader and now is the time for him to lead our sales organization.” Orlando said.
Tommy joined Exotic in 2005 after serving in Iraq with the U.S. Army Intelligence Field from 2006-2010. He started in the manufacturing department molding urethane parts and has worked in all departments of the company throughout his tenure. In his most recent position, he led the retail & service team’s growth specializing in industrial piping, lubrication, air systems and retail operations.
With Tommy’s leadership, the company has become one of the largest fluid connector service organizations, growing their ParkerStore retail network from four to nineteen stores and their mobile service team from one to over a dozen service technicians. Tommy’s guidance has led to the successful onboarding of several new service vendors and product lines and the formation of two new teams within the company for Bent Tube Assembly Production & Assembly Solutions. These actions have diversified Exotic’s offerings and allowed them to expand into new markets and industries ranging from air systems handling to pharmaceuticals.
“I am very excited to watch Tommy set the strategy for our next generation of growth.” Tom Marino, Exotic Automation & Supply’s President said. “As Exotic’s President and owner, as well as a proud father, I couldn’t be more proud watching Tommy work his way through the company to the senior management team. Congratulations Tommy, well-earned!”
Exotic Automation & Supply was founded in 1963 and has grown to become one of Parker Hannifin’s largest distributors in the United States. Exotic is headquartered in New Hudson, Michigan and the company maintains nineteen full-service retail stores throughout Michigan & Indiana. Exotic provides solutions for a wide array of industries including manufacturing, automotive, military, construction, chemical processing, fleet management and more. Visit www.exoticautomation.com for more information.
January 4th, 2024: New Hudson, MI – Exotic Automation & Supply, a premier Parker Hannifin distributor, is proud to announce the appointment of Mike O’Hara to the company’s Board of Directors, effective January 1, 2024.
Mike O’Hara has a long history at Parker Hannifin, the world leader of Motion Control Products. At Parker, O’Hara led the key market and channel growth initiatives as their Global Vice President of Sales & Marketing, helping the company grow to nearly $20 Billion.
“The addition of Mike completes the vision we put in place for Exotic’s Board and provides insight to our long-term sales initiatives.” Thomas Marino, Exotic’s COB and CEO said.
O’Hara joins current board members:
- Russell Smaston – Former retired CFO with Exotic Automation & Supply
- Ted Bojanowski – Manufacturing professional formally with Parker
- Mike Marks – Experienced industrial distribution expert and Indian River Consulting Group founder
For additional information, please visit the company’s website at www.exoticautomation.com.
Exotic Automation & Supply was founded in 1963 and has grown to become one of Parker Hannifin’s largest distributors in the United States. Exotic is headquartered in New Hudson, Michigan and the company maintains nineteen full-service retail stores throughout Michigan & Indiana. Exotic provides solutions for a wide array of industries including manufacturing, automotive, military, construction, chemical processing, fleet management and more. Visit www.exoticautomation.com for more information.
From all of us at Exotic, we wish you joy, peace and happiness during this Holiday season and throughout the new year! Happy Holidays!
Please Note Our Holiday Schedule:
Monday, December 25th, 2023
All locations are closed.
Tuesday, December 26th, 2023
New Hudson, Grand Rapids (36th Street) & Noblesville Branches are open from 8am-5pm. All other locations are closed.
Monday, January 1st, 2024
All locations are closed.
Industrial Air Handling Services:
Throughout 2023, we expanded our Air Handling Solutions offering to include over 20 new product lines and cover all compressed air needs. Our service department is growing rapidly to support you and now consists of 10 service team members & 5 operations support staff.
Exotic can install full compressed air, inert gas, chiller and vacuum systems including all equipment and piping. Contact us today for more information!
3rd Annual Motion & Control Summit:
In March, Exotic hosted the 3rd Annual Motion & Control Summit. This year’s summit was the first to be offered both virtually & in-person. Thank you to all who attended. We are proud to announce that 2024’s conference will feature 2-days of training & an on-site trade show located at our New Hudson headquarters! Stay tuned for details & updates.
Branch Remodels & Expanded Capabilities:
Our ParkerStores in Traverse City, St. Joseph, Grand Rapids (36th Street) and Noblesville were remodeled and expanded to offer more inventory and access to additional product lines.
New Product Line Offerings:
- 80/20 – Manufacturers t-slot aluminum profiles that can be connected to create custom solutions
- Kaishan Air Compressors – The 3rd largest compressor manufacturer in the world supplying many solutions including rotary screw air compressors ranging from 5-600 horsepower.
- Sauer Compressors – Known for their high pressure air & gas compressors
- HyperCyl – Hydra-pneumatic cylinders offered in a wide variety of designs and performance specifications
Summer Open Houses:
Thank you to everyone who attended our 2023 ParkerStore open houses at our Traverse City, Noblesville, Marysville, St. Joseph & Grand Rapids locations! We had a great time seeing you and look forward to inviting you to more open houses next year!
Techman’s TM5-700 is the company’s most compact cobot that can be easily integrated into any production line. The TM5-700’s built-in-vision and ability to interpret visual data into command prompts is one of its top features and makes it a game-changer for accurately when performing tasks in dynamic changing workspaces.
In this whitepaper, learn why regular element changes are crucial to optimal performance, as well as myths about DP gauges, indicators and monitors, FAQs and more.
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.
Parker has published several helpful tips, conversion charts and technical manuals to help with everything from metric and BSP fitting identification to hose assembly basics. Click here to view.
The Kaishan KRSD Single-Stage Direct Drive Compressor Line utilizes rotary air compressor technology to deliver a constant stream of compressed air where and when you need it most. This air compressor type uses helical screws in a continuous motion to reduce the volume and maximize the pressure of incoming air.
This season and always, we are thankful for you and wish you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving! In observance of Thanksgiving, Exotic will be closed on Thursday, November 23rd & Friday, November 24th. Have a safe Holiday!
Exotic Automation & Supply is now a distributor for HyperCyl! HyperCyl is know for their line of Hydra-pneumatic cylinders, which combine the power of a hydraulic cylinder with the speed and precision of a pneumatic cylinder. They offer a wide range of designs and performances to suit the needs of different assembly & forming applications.
Registration is Now Open for the 2023 Motion & Control Summit
Registration is now open for the 2023 Motion & Control Summit, held March 22-23, 2023. The summit is free of charge and includes 2-days full of the newest innovations in Fluid Power. For
Parker Virtual Engineer Design Tool
Parker’s Virtual Engineer is an innovative design tool for linear motion applications in automation. Save engineering time with three simple steps: 1) Enter application details using the intuitive interface 2)
Parker Transair Aluminum Air Pipe
Fast, flexible, and easily modified, Parker Transair is the ideal aluminum pipe system for compressed air, vacuum, and inert gas applications. Durable and corrosion-resistant, Transair’s lightweight construction outperforms traditional piping
New Parker VDA Style Adapters
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Exotic is Now an Authorized Hertz Compressor Distributor
German Engineered Hertz Compressors are widely known for their superior reliability, high quality components and robust product offering. Hertz Compressors provide efficient results increasing the amount of high quality, purified
Exotic is Now an Authorized 80/20 Distributor!
80/20 is a T-Slot Aluminum construction system you can use to build virtually anything. The aluminum profiles, or bars, can be mixed and matched to create any customized solution or
A Look Back at 2022
We Celebrated 60 Years! It was great seeing you at our 60th Anniversary Trade Show & Open House in September! The event featured a 20+ trade show floorplan, free training
SKF Progressive Lubrication Systems
Progressive Lubrication Systems, such as SKF ProFlex & Lincoln Quicklub, can be used on small to medium sized machines with dispersed lubrication points that require varying lubrication quantities.
Parker GLF Series Low Pressure Tank Top Return Filters
The Parker GLF Low Pressure Return Line Filter is engineered to deliver efficient contamination control and performance in today’s demanding hydraulic circuits. The optional two port design provides the user
Machining Capabilities from Exotic Automation
Exotic Automation & Supply’s 150,000 square foot facility with dedicated Tool Room specializes in machined products to meet the custom specifications of your application. Our full range of capabilities include
Value Managed Inventory Solutions
Receive the right products at the right time! With Exotic Automation & Supply’s Inventory Management Solutions, you can eliminate stockouts, better control your inventory and free up your resources! Learn
Shelby is the ParkerStore of the Month!
Shelby Township is the November ParkerStore of the Month! All purchases you make at our Shelby Township ParkerStore in the month of November will enter you to win a $100 Visa
