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Parker’s I-Force family of linear motors is ideal when you need smooth, precise motion with zero cogging. These motors have a lightweight, ironless design, which means there’s no magnetic pull or drag—making them perfect for cleanrooms, robotics, or applications that require very fine movement.
Key Benefits:
• Smooth, quiet, and accurate motion
• Compact and lightweight design
• Excellent for precision positioning
Is your lubrication strategy up to industry standards? Find out in minutes with the free SKF Quick Lubrication Review (QLR) – a short, web-based self-assessment for technical and maintenance leaders. Benchmark your practices, get instant insights, and receive a personalized report straight to your inbox.
Exotic Air Systems provides full service air solutions ranging from free on-site assessments to identify key savings opportunities, to machine maintenance & repair to ensure maximum uptime. Our 24/7 Technicians ensure your facilities are fully functional 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year!
Exotic Air Systems is an authorized distributor for Kaishan, the 3rd largest compressor manufacturer in the world! Kaishan manufactures over 70,000 compressors yearly and offers a variety of compressor options including Rotary Screw Air Compressors, Industrial Vacuum Pumps, Centrifugal Air Compressors, and ORC Power Generators.

Exciting updates to our Muskegon ParkerStore are underway! We’re updating the store’s look while expanding inventory, creating a larger showroom and adding service capabilities. The store is open during construction and we will be celebrating the remodel with an Open House this Spring. We hope to see you there!
Exotic’s online store makes placing new Parker Hannifin product orders & retrieving past order details a breeze! Count on our ecommerce store for:
- Access to your company’s exclusive pricing – the same pricing / quotes you would receive by contacting us!
- View your account information including order history, tracking information & more.
- Access to more than 20,000+ Parker Hannifin products!
Parker flat-face quick couplings and no drip quick disconnects are designed to minimize spillage and air inclusion when connecting or disconnecting due to their flat face valves. Parker’s FEM series is very resistant to vibrations and mechanical stress, making it ideal for construction, mobile, and transport industries.
Parker’s Virtual Engineer is designed to save valuable time, reduce cost and enhance accuracy while providing a thorough understanding of all product options for your pneumatic applications. Easily configure Parker’s pneumatic solutions, including arc of motion actuators, linear motion actuators, valves, and manifolds all in one spot!
DESTACO has designed its Cobot Tooling Solutions for simplicity and ease of use with off-the-shelf availability via kits that feature all of the end-user selected accessories, along with the hardware and tools needed for installation.
From all of us at Exotic, we wish you joy, peace and happiness during this Holiday season and throughout the new year!
Please note, Exotic will be closed on Wednesday, December 24th, Thursday, December 25th and Thursday, January 1st. Happy Holidays & Happy New Year!
Highlights of 2025

Acquired West Michigan Rubber & Supply
West Michigan Rubber & Supply joined the Exotic Automation family! West Michigan Rubber is an authorized Parker Hannifin fluid connector distributor and offers custom made hose assemblies on-the-spot at their Muskegon ParkerStore location. Get directions today!

Hosted the 5th Annual Motion & Control Summit
The 2025 Motion & Control Summit & Expo was held June 25th & 26th at our New Hudson Facility and featured a 25 booth expo hall, 2-days of training & development, food trucks, games and giveaways! Information about next year’s show will be coming soon. We hope to see you there!

Became a Distributor for Parker Chelsea
Exotic became an authorized distributor for Parker Chelsea PTO Products! Parker Chelsea is the market leader in Power Take-Off (PTO) products for the truck and mobile vocational markets and is committed to pioneering cutting-edge solutions for the unique challenges of the PTO industry.

Warehouse Expansion
Exotic’s warehouse was significantly upgraded this year by adding new bins and hydraulic lift stations to our horizontal carousel system. This allows us to increase our storage capabilities and now pick and pull items quicker and more efficient.

New Hydraulic Power Unit Quick-Ship Program
Exotic launched our Standard Hydraulic Power Unit Quick-Ship Program, created to provide you with a hydraulic power unit built to your exact specifications –delivered in 2-4 weeks!
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 27th & Friday, November 28th. Have a safe & happy Holiday!
West Michigan Rubber is now part of the Exotic Automation & Supply family!
Our mission has always been to provide you with with top-tier support, quality product solutions and outstanding service levels. This will only be maximized with the additional level of support and resources added by welcoming West Michigan Rubber to the Exotic Automation & Supply family!
West Michigan Rubber & Supply Co. was founded in 1955 as an industrial supplier of hose & rubber products. The Muskegon-based company is an authorized Parker Hannifin fluid connector distributor and offers custom made hose assemblies on-the-spot at their retail ParkerStore location.
The joining of West Michigan Rubber with Exotic Automation & Supply, effective December 1st, 2025, will result in a network of 19 retail store locations throughout Michigan & Indiana, enhanced service levels, an expanded product offering and more to maximize our support to you!

You’re Invited! Customer Appreciation Luncheons
April 16, 2018
Thank you for your business! To celebrate 55 years, we are hosting luncheons at each one of our locations this summer. We hope you can join us! Please RSVP below.
Exotic Automaton at the 2018 MetalCasting Congress
April 16, 2018
Exotic’s Control Reliable Safety Valves & OMLER De-Coring Hammers were on display at last week’s MetalCasting Congress in Fort Worth, Texas. Exotic’s Control Reliable Hydraulic Safety Valves have become a

Parker G7 Series – The Next Generation of Solenoid Valves
April 16, 2018
Parker’s new generation of solenoid valves delivers the confidence to get the toughest jobs done right. • Pressures up to 2,200 psi • 303 Stainless Steel / Lead-Free Brass •

Twinhammer Bonded Air/Water Jackhammer Hose System
March 16, 2018
Parker series 7084 Twinhammer hose is the first factory assembled dual hose system that delivers both air and water in a single, unitized configuration for silica dust suppression in pneumatic

OMLER Sand De-Coring Hammers
March 16, 2018
OMLER Pneumatic Sand De-Coring Hammers combine high quality with performance to remove sand and ceramic from aluminum and grey iron castings. Several hammer models are available to fit your application.

Exotic Automation & Supply to Exhibit at the 2018 Metalcasting Congress
March 13, 2018
Exotic’s unique safety solution offering, including hydraulic safety valves and de-coring hammers will be on display. March 13th, 2018 – Farmington Hills, MI – Exotic Automation & Supply, a

Parker’s New QuickFit Oil Change System
February 20, 2018
Parker’s newest product is revolutionizing oil changes by creating a standard 3-step oil change process. Now engine and machine oil changes are faster, cleaner and safer! Learn more here.

Lincoln CentroMatic Lubrication Systems
February 20, 2018
Single-line parallel automatic lubrication systems for grease and oil. Lincoln Centro-Matic Lubrication Systems can service one machine, different zones on machines, or even several separate machines. Regardless of the application,

Sidener Engineering Opens ParkerStore in Noblesville Indiana
January 24, 2018
Full service retail location to offer custom hoses assemblies, couplings, and fittings for hydraulic, pneumatic, industrial and mobile applications – The first in Hamilton County. Noblesville, IN – January 24th,

Parker Hannifin mPR Series High Precision Rotary Stage
January 23, 2018
Parker Hannifin’s Miniature Precision Rotary (mPR) stage is designed to meet the needs of OEMs and machine builders seeking very high precision in a compact direct drive product. High angular resolution

New Enerpac Low-Height Skidding System
January 23, 2018
Enerpac’s new Low-Height Skidding System is a modular system that can jack and slide heavy loads over a pre-constructed track. The system is comprised of a series of skid beams

Lincoln and SKF Automatic Lube Systems
January 23, 2018
Manual lubrication typically produces inconsistent lubrication which leads to wasted lubricant and allows contaminants to enter the bearing – producing premature wear. Consistent lubrication (small, precise amounts applied frequently) extends
