Robotic applications must withstand the high impact and heavy vibrations of constant use. 80/20 T-slot aluminum profiles stand up to these challenges where other framing options fail. The “2-degree drop lock” is a unique 80/20 design that combats against high stress and creates a vibration-resistant connection when engaged. Learn more here.
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Parker Transair Aluminum Piping is available in sizes 1/2″ to 8″. The large 8″ Transair piping is ideal for conveying the large amounts of compressed air generated by centrifugal compressors and is also rated for vacuum and industrial / inert gas piping systems.
ParkerStore Customer Appreciation Week is almost here! Join us next week, September 25th – 29th and stop by any of our 17 Retail Stores for complimentary hot dogs and to scratch off our ParkerStore Lottery Ticket for your chance to win one of many prizes!

Parker’s H Micro Series is an air piloted subbase valve. The manifold bases contain circuit boards for collective wiring/fieldbus which make it a great fit for factory automation, packaging machinery or miscellaneous process markets.
- Reduces cost and saves space
- Communicates with Ethernet and IO-Link
Multiple pneumatic pressure zones possible
Problem: A customer was having problems with multiple hose kinks on an on-board coolant vehicle application. They were having to stretch and form connections due to the space restraints in the vehicle footprint. This raised concerns of leaks and wasted material.
Solution: Exotic’s team met with the customer’s design team to identify specifications of the current hose. Upon review, Exotic proposed the Parker’s EZ Form Solution. The EZ Form Hose provides extreme flexibility for easy and quick installation of coolant, water, and oil suction/ return lines on mobile and industrial equipment. The EZ Form option was a perfect fit for this application as the routing on the vehicle was very complex.
Read the full case study here.
Since 1963, Exotic Automation & Supply has been designing & manufacturing custom polyurethane products using compression, open and closed casting molding technologies for best-in-class durability and performance.
Solutions Include:
• Bushings
• Bumpers
• Stoppers & Plugs
• Washers
• Pads
• Grommets
• Blocks & Locators
• Gaskets & Seals
• Paint Masks
• Wear Pads
• Rollers
• Wheels
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!
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.
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.

80/20 Aluminum Extrusions for Machine Framing
May 18, 2023
80/20 T-Slot Aluminum Framing offers durability and strength comparable to steel but without the corrosive properties and heavy assembly and maintenance costs. With T-slot profiles and parts you integrate cables,

Five Advantages of Quick Connect Fittings
May 18, 2023
One of a machine’s most crucial, but sometimes overlooked, parts are quick connect couplings, also known as quick connect fittings or quick disconnect fittings. Quick connect fittings are used to

Thank You for Visiting Us at The 2023 AISTech
May 18, 2023
At this year’s AISTech Iron & Steel Conference, we showcased our Control Reliable Hydraulic Safety Valves, Deublin Rotary Unions and Wenglor Sensors for the steel industry. If you were not

Upcoming Summer Open Houses!
May 18, 2023
We hope you can join us for our ParkerStore open houses this year! Join us for catered BBQ, giveaways, product demonstrations & your chance to win a YETI cooler! June 8th:

Visit Us at The AISTech Iron & Steel Conference!
April 13, 2023
Exotic Automation & Supply will be exhibiting at the AISTech Iron & Steel Technology Conference in Detroit, MI, May 8-11. We will be showcasing our safety product offering, including Control

Dixon Fire Hose Solutions
April 13, 2023
Dixon’s fire protection products include solutions for the architectural, general industrial, and municipal fire sectors. Dixon manufactures a diverse line of products covering interior sprinkler and standpipe components, valves, adapters, nozzles,

Parker’s Virtual Engineer Sizing & Selection Tool
April 13, 2023
Parker’s Virtual Engineer is an innovative design tool for linear motion applications in automation. Easily size and select the correct type of pneumatic and electric linear actuator, ball screw rodless

Missed The Motion & Control Summit?
April 13, 2023
This year’s 3rd Annual Motion & Control Summit was an informative event with 16 conference sessions, in-person enhanced classes and great giveaways! Missed the conference or want to watch a

Tell Us What You Think & Enter to Win a $100 Gift Card!
April 13, 2023
We want to hear from you! Take our brief survey & enter for your chance to win a $100 AMEX gift card! Click here to take the survey.

Exotic Appoints Steve Orlando as Executive Vice President
April 13, 2023
We are proud to announce the appointment of Steve Orlando as Exotic’s Executive Vice President! Steve joined Exotic in 2005 as our Vice President of Sales & Marketing and since

Destaco Product Sizing Tools
March 8, 2023
DESTACO has developed a set of Product Sizing Tools to help determine the right product for your application. By answering a series of questions, the Product Sizing Tool will narrow

7 Factors to Consider When Selecting a Pneumatic Flow Control
March 8, 2023
Pneumatic flow controls are an essential component in a pneumatic system. They provide precise speed control of airflow either entering or leaving a pneumatic actuator. With so many options, it
