Aladco® pneumatic valves are built for performance, safety, and reliability in demanding industrial applications. Featuring innovative pilot-operated check valve technology, these valves provide secure, long-lasting operation while helping to optimize system efficiency. Designed to meet a wide range of application needs, Aladco® valves combine rugged construction with proven engineering to deliver dependable solutions for industries that can’t afford downtime.
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COXREELS® Spring Driven Reels feature an enclosed factory-tuned and matched cartridge-style spring motor for safe & easy maintenance. The spring loaded tension enables the reel to automatically self-retract hose, cord, or cable without the need for external power, making them a great cost-effective alternative to motor driven reels.
Air compressors are uniquely tied to atmospheric conditions. Wintry weather brings the risk of freezing lines, sluggish oil and water condensation, while summer brings heat that can damage equipment across your entire compressed air system.
In this blog post, Kaishan addresses how to overcome the key concerns for both cold & hot weather extremes.
Struggling to pick the right accumulator? Parker’s expert guide breaks down piston, bladder & diaphragm types to boost your hydraulic system’s efficiency. You’ll learn:
- How different accumulators separate gas and fluid, and why it matters
- Key design features and operational principles of piston, bladder, and diaphragm accumulators
- How to select the right accumulator for your specific application
- Best practices for installation, precharging, and failure prevention
- Tips for handling large or multiple accumulator setups
Chelsea’s patented Quiet Gear technology, or QT Gear, effectively minimizes torsional vibrations, resulting in a quieter and smoother PTO operation. This technology also helps prevent premature damage that can be caused by excessive vibration, ensuring the longevity and reliability of your hydraulic system. Learn more here.
Our Retail Store Reps are here to assist you at all of our locations!
From custom made hose assemblies to lubrication to pneumatics, our Store Representatives are trained to help you get the parts you need to get your machine back up & running!
Visit our ParkerStores for:
- Custom Made Hose Assemblies
- Fittings, Couplings & Adapters
- Lubrication & Hydraulic Oil
- Hydraulic & Pneumatic Accessories
You’re Invited! Join us at our Grand Rapids – Scribner location for our Open House featuring product demos, giveaways and lunch catered from City BBQ. Plus enter to win a Solo Stove!
Thursday, September 18th, 2025 from 11:00am – 1:00pm | 600 Scribner Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Exotic Air Systems works to ensure your systems are operating at maximum efficiency & aren’t suspectable to common energy wasters, including:
- Air Leaks – Undetected leaks can waste 20–30% of compressed air energy. Regular leak detection and repairs are essential to reduce this costly inefficiency.
- Inefficient Tools or Applications – Using the wrong tools or inefficient compressed air applications can significantly increase energy consumption. Optimizing these processes can cut energy use by up to 30%.
- Excessive Pressure – Reducing discharge pressure by just 2 psi can lower energy use by 1% – leading to an overall operating cost savings of up to 1.6%.
- Wasted Heat – Without a heat recovery system, valuable thermal energy is lost. A well-designed system can recover 50–90% of this energy for heating air or water.
Exotic’s free air audits provide you with an in-depth review of your system covering everything from leak detection to efficiency analysis.
Interested in a system assessment? We’re here to help!
Contact us at (844) FIX-AIR1 or airsystems@erpc.com
You’re Invited! Join us at our Flint Open House for product demos, giveaways and lunch catered from Famous Dave’s! Plus enter to win a Solo Stove!

Thursday, August 21st, 2025 from 11:00am – 1:00pm | 4186 Pier North Blvd. Suite A, Flint, MI 48504
At Exotic Automation & Supply, our goal of delivering unparalleled support is achieved by the talent of our Customer Service Team!
What separates Exotic’s Customer Service? Our team participates in intensive trainings to stay up to date on new product announcements and technology. Whether you call, email or chat with us, we’re here to support you with everything you need – from selecting the correct part number to tracking an order. Contact us today!
Exotic is now 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. With over 80 years of expertise, Parker Chelsea is committed to pioneering cutting-edge solutions for the unique challenges of the PTO industry.
Parker Pneumatics division developed several resources to make selecting the correct pneumatic products a breeze. From cross reference tools to CAD Files and videos, check out Parker’s e-tools portal to find everything you need in one place.

Don’t Forget! Register for Free Training Classes
November 8, 2019
Don’t forget – Register for November and December training classes today! We offer a wide variety of classes from Basics of Hydraulic Filtration to Cylinder Sizing Fundamentals. Training is free

Alternative Fuel Basics Webinar
November 8, 2019
Interested in learning the reasons Fleet Managers make the switch from gasoline to CNG/LPG? We will be hosting an Alternative Fuel Basics webinar on Thursday, November 14th at 11:00am EST

Baumer Ultrasonic Sensors
October 17, 2019
Ultrasonic sensors are the allrounders in the world of sensors and are suitable for virtually any detection tasks in industrial applications. They reliably detect transparent or high gloss objects as

Haskel Air-Driven Liquid Pumps
October 17, 2019
A low cost, reliable means of generating and sustaining static medium to high-pressures. Pneumatic pumps from Haskel feature a robust design to efficiently convert compressed air into hydraulic power, satisfying

Control Unwanted Vibration – No Matter Your Application
October 17, 2019
ACE Blog’s newest post explains some common examples of the ways leveling mounts, dampening pads and rubber-metal isolators are able to provide relief from unwanted vibration. Click here to learn

How to Get Clean, Dry, Oil-Free Compressed Air from Any Compressor
October 17, 2019
Compressed air is vital to any manufacturing process. Many companies, including those in the food and beverage, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, manufacturing and electronics industries. This whitepaper explains the differences between oil

Parker Launches NEW PrestoWorld Push-to-Connect Fittings
October 17, 2019
Parker has announced the launch of PrestoWeld Push-to-Connect Weld fittings. These fittings meet UL94 V-0 standard for flame resistance and are currently available in 1/4″, 3/8″ and 1/2″ tube diameters

Product Spotlight: Parker P31/P32/P33 Global FRL
October 17, 2019
Parker’s Global Series compact combo can be configured as a 2 or 3-piece modular mounted particulate filter, regulator and mist style lubricator, built as one configurable part number. The Global

Our New Livonia ParkerStore is Now Open!
October 17, 2019
Our Livonia ParkerStore is now open! Located off I-96 between Stark and Wayne Road, we are ready to provide you with custom hose assemblies, hydraulic and pneumatic components and more.

CUSTOM PRODUCT MODIFICATION BRINGS 20% PRODUCTIVITY INCREASE!
September 12, 2019
Challenge: The customer was faced with an assembly request that required positioning of a product to a specific position prior to other parts being assembled. This assembly method was previously

Parker QuickFit™ Oil Change System
September 12, 2019
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

Transair Pipe-to-Pipe Challenge
September 12, 2019
Wondering how Parker Transair Aluminum pipe compares with cooper pipe and carbon steel? Watch this video and learn more here.
