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Tuesday, September 29th @ 10:00AM
Applying Rubber & Plastic Solutions for Industry – Register Here
With all the trade names and abbreviations it’s hard to tell the difference between Plastics and Compounds for your industrial applications. We will help make sense of the Industry Jargon and show you what products are compatible for your application. We will focus on weight reduction in substituting high grade polymer material instead of metal and the resulting benefits.
- Polyolefins (UHMW, Polypropylene, Polyethylene, etc.) – Understanding their industrial benefits
- Rubber – Examples of common manufacturing environment applications
- Results of high grade polymers
Wednesday, September 30th @ 10:00AM
Transair Aluminum Piping Basics – Register Here
Transair’s lightweight components and quick-connect interlocking design allow for easy and immediate layout modifications and require no need to thread, solder, or glue pipe. In this course, we will cover the how to properly size your system, the differences between aluminum and black pipe and potential cost savings.
We are proud to announce our Open House Grand Prize Giveaway winner! Congratulations Chris and thank you to everybody who attended!
Our Product Managers are on the road to meet with you at our ParkerStores! Representatives from a variety of divisions will be hosting product demonstrations and assisting with application questions at different locations each Thursday from 9:00am to 4:00pm. Click here to view the full schedule.
Congratulations to this month’s winner, Steven Johnstone!
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!
Enerpac’s new 26mm Chain Cutter is the lighter, single-acting, and smaller version of the 32mm (ECC32B). The capacity of this Chain Cutter makes it ideal for cutting 1/2″ chain for lifting, rugging, transport, marine and manufacturing applications.
The performance of heavy equipment and machinery is dependent on the reliability of every component. Whether in the factory or out in the field, the failure of a single mechanical element means downtime for repair or replacement. If the fix requires connecting or disconnecting hydraulic lines under pressure—and without fluid loss—rendering the machine operational presents unique challenges. The solution? Screw-to-connect quick couplings.
OIL-X filters incorporate a number of unique and patented design features to maximize energy savings and provide the lowest lifetime costs without compromising air quality.
For the removal of bulk liquid, water and oil aerosols, atmospheric dirt and solid particles, rust, oil vapor, pipescale and micro-organisms
Benefits
• Highest air quality
• Lowest operational differential pressure
• Lowest energy consumption
• Lowest CO2 emissions
• Lowest total cost of ownership
It’s easy to find the right filter for your equipment using Baldwin Filter’s eCatalog. Use the Cross-Reference to find crosses to competitor numbers or information about Baldwin products. The easy to navigate site allows you to find the right application, cross-reference or product specifications quickly. Check it out here.
| Our Product Managers are on the road to meet with you! Representatives from a variety of divisions will be hosting product demonstrations and assisting with application questions from 9:00am to 4:00pm. Proper safety precautions defined by CDC will be in place. Mark your calendars today! |
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When it comes to cutting chains, the Enerpac Chain Cutter is the right tool that makes all the difference. Enerpac’s chain cutters cut chain links behind an enclosed, transparent safety guard, protecting the operators hands from potential injury while allowing the operator to monitor the cutting process. Learn more here.

Exotic is Now an Authorized HyperCyl Distributor
November 15, 2023
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

Essential Factors for Sizing a Pressure Gauge
October 19, 2023
A pressure gauge is an essential component of any process system as it provides a vital indication of the system’s pressure, which is necessary for safe and efficient operation. Click

New! Parker P33 Threaded Exhaust Valves
October 19, 2023
Parker recently expanded their P33 Exhaust Valve offering to include an optional threaded exhaust flange. The threaded opening allows the exhaust to be piped away with rigid piping for applications which

24/7 Mobile Hose Doctor Service
October 19, 2023
Need assistance on-site? Exotic’s HOSE DOCTORs are the most relied on hose repair service in Southeast Michigan. We come to your site 24/7 to replace hydraulic hose assemblies! Contact us

Inventory Management Solutions
October 19, 2023
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. Exotic has

Grand Rapids ParkerStore Open House!
October 19, 2023
You’re invited to our Grand Rapids Open House! Join us next Thursday, October 26th from 11:00am-1:00pm to see the newly remodeled store and enjoy lunch from B.D.S. BBQ Food Truck. Plus,

Exotic is Now a Distributor for Sauer Compressors
October 19, 2023
Exotic Automation & Supply is proud to announce we are now an authorized distributor for medium to high pressure Sauer Compressors! Sauer Compressors USA has more than 90 years of

80/20 Aluminum Framing for Robotics
September 19, 2023
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

Parker Transair Aluminum Air Pipe
September 19, 2023
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

Customer Appreciation Week is September 25th – 29th!
September 19, 2023
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

Parker H Micro Air Piloted Subbase Valves
August 19, 2023
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

A Solution to Hose Kinks
August 19, 2023
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










