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Since 1963, Exotic Automation & Supply has been manufacturing custom polyurethane products for best-in-class durability and performance. Our Solid Cast Polyurethane (PU) manufacturing process is widely preferred as the material of choice in applications where a high degree of load bearing, abrasion resistance and tear strength are important. Learn more here.
The first annual 2021 Virtual Motion & Control Summit will be held February 17-18th, 2021. The 2-day event is free to attend and full of motion & control, industrial hydraulics, fluid power safety & pneumatic content. Don’t miss special guest speaker, NHRA driver John Force! Register Here!
Day 1
Wednesday, February 17th Agenda:
8:00 – 8:10am: Conference Kick-Off
8:10 – 9:00am: Fluid Power Safety & Productivity
9:00 – 10:00am: Hose & Injection Safety Practices
10:00 – 11:00am: Maintaining Hydraulic System Fluid for Extended Component Life
11:00 – 12:00pm: Important Basics of Finite Filtration
12:00 – 1:00pm: The Challenges of Building the Largest Hydraulic Power Unit
1:00 – 2:00pm: Special Keynote Speaker: NHRA Driver, John Force
2:00 – 3:00pm: How To Apply Lubrication Systems to Achieve Cost Savings
3:00 – 3:50pm: How to Choose Rubber or Polyurethane for Specific Applications
3:50 – 4:00pm: Conference Closing*
Day 2
Thursday, February 18th Agenda:
8:00 – 810am: Conference Kick-Off
8:10 – 9:00am: Should you Automate?
9:00 – 10:00am: How Do You Ensure Machine Uptime?
10:00 – 11:00am: Savings with Parker Transair vs. Traditional Piping systems
11:00 – 12:00pm: Spin-On Mobile Baldwin Filters
12:00 – 1:00pm: Equipment for Heavy Duty Applications
1:00 – 2:00pm: Shock Absorbers – Why Use Them?
2:00 – 3:00pm: When to Choose a Hose Over a Tube Assembly
3:00 – 3:50pm: Intro to Nitrogen Generators
3:50 – 4:00pm: Conference Closing*
*We’re giving away 6 YETI Hopper Coolers to attendees and the lucky winners will be announced on 2/17 & 2/18 during the show closings. Attendees will receive an entry to win for each session they attend throughout the show. The more sessions attended, the more entries received. You do not need to be present to win. A representative from Exotic Automation & Supply will reach out to the winners after the conference.
In January 2020, we relocated our Headquarters to a brand new facility in New Hudson, MI. The location off I-96 provides quick access for customers and direct routes to our other 9 Michigan ParkerStores. We’re looking forward to welcoming you to the new building during our summer 2021 Open House! Watch a video tour of the new building here.
Watch our corporate video tour here.
One of our proudest accomplishments this year is our COVID-19 response and helping large OEMs develop ventilators & respiratory systems for healthcare providers. We supplied tubing, gauges, fittings, adapters, seals, gaskets, compression molded silicone rubber, sneeze guards and more. Learn more here.
In 2020 we became an authorized Techman Collaborative Robot distributor! Techman Robots are safe and easy-to-operate robots that are designed to work alongside humans. Robots are designed to lift up to 30 pounds are known as the smartest and easiest to use in the world thanks to their advanced features including built-in-vision.
The first annual 2021 Virtual Motion & Control Summit will be held February 17-18th, 2021. The 2-day event will be full of motion & control, industrial hydraulics, fluid power safety & pneumatic content. Don’t miss special guest speaker, NHRA driver John Force! Pre-RSVP here. Full agenda will be announced January 2021.
In warm appreciation of our association during the past year we extend our very best wishes for a happy holiday season!
Congratulations to this month’s winner, Heather Veldman!
Want to win a $50 American Express gift card? We’re giving away one each month for the rest of the year! Just follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or LinkedIn and you will automatically be entered to win. Follow us on multiple networks to increase your chances to win!
Staying on time and under budget is critical for both residential and commercial concrete work. Reducing the time spent per tendon is key to achieving both goals. Specifically designed for monostrand post tensioning applications, Enerpac’s new Hydraulic Post Tensioning Pump is a 6 piston, 3 stage pump provides the high flow rates to stress tendons 30% faster than traditional hydraulic pumps.
Cleaner and safer oil changes in just 30 minutes! Parker Hannifin’s QuickFit Oil Change System revolutionizes the process with a faster, cleaner and safer way to change engine oil. In three easy steps, purge, extract and refill your system with new oil without ever spilling a drop. QuickFit helps you simplify your routine maintenance, increase productivity and virtually eliminate the risk of spills and contamination.
An automotive engineering firm was tasked to redesign an SUV into a futuristic concept for the annual automotive show. Gull wing doors were part of the concept which required 2 gas springs as a lift assist on each door. At the time, the “concept” was still changing so the weight, COG and pivot points of the doors were not final. The vehicle had to ship in 3 weeks, so an immediate solution was necessary. Learn here how Exotic worked with the customer to find a solution.
*New* Sizing Electromechanical Cylinders for Retrofit Applications Webinar
Join us for an all new webinar, Sizing Electromechanical Cylinders for Retrofit Applications, on Thursday, November 12th at 10:00am. In this webinar, we will cover the benefits and drawbacks of electromechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic & hybrid cylinder, what is best for your application and how to properly size electromechanical cylinders. Register Now.
All 12 of our ParkerStores are open to assist you Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm. We’re here to help provide you with custom made hose assemblies, in-stock hydraulic & pneumatic components & more. Find a store here.

Parker ETH Series High-Force Electric Cylinders
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Register Today for the Motion & Control Summit!
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Recent Upgrades to Our Warehouse
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Register Today for the Motion & Control Summit!
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Deublin Rotary Unions & Electrical Slip Rings
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