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A pressure gauge provides operators with a vital indication of the system’s pressure, making it an essential component of any process system. In this article, NoShok covers the essential factors to consider when sizing a pressure gauge, including the pressure range, accuracy requirements and gauge size.
Compressed air safety is not only about operating air compressors safely but also evaluating hazards to personnel and the potential impact of oil carryover on end products. In this Kaishan blog post, you’ll learn:
- What Safety Means in Compressed Air
- The Three Industrial Workhorses
- Compressor Variations
- Importance of Changing the Compressor’s Oil
Looking to lift or lower loads with control and without excessive strength? ACE Controls Industrial Gas Springs are maintenance-free, ready-to-install and available in body diameters of 0.31″ to 2.76″ (8 to 70mm) and forces from 2 to 2,925 lbs. (10 to 13,000N).
Achieve nanometer level stability in milliseconds! When your application depends on holding focus at the nanometer scale, there’s no room for settling time you didn’t plan for. Parker’s ZFA Series Optomechanical Focusing Nano Positioner is engineered specifically for that need! Learn more here.
Exotic is now an Authorized Teadit® distributor! Teadit® is widely recognized as a world leader in the development and manufacturing of innovative fluid sealing products used throughout various industrial markets including Refining, Chemical Process, and Power Generation. Every Teadit® product is developed, manufactured and installed to achieve the goal of ensuring leakage control and environmental preservation.
Teadit® Provides:
Meet our talented Engineering Team! Each day Exotic’s Engineering Team designs, builds, tests & delivers custom engineered systems. They provide industrial fluid power solutions for everything from large complex manufacturing centers to small, portable units. From hydraulic power units to hydraulic / pneumatic manifolds and filtration skids, Exotic’s Engineering team is here to help you every step of the way!
Recent Projects our Team Completed:
Join us for the 2026 Motion & Control Summit & Expo! The summit will be held October 7th & 8th and will feature a 25+ booth expo hall at our New Hudson facility, 2-days of educational trainings, food trucks, prizes & more. The summit is free to attend. We hope to see you there! Register today!
Parker PHorce 367 delivers reliable constant-pressure performance in a compact hydraulic hose designed for demanding installation environments. Its lower force-to-bend construction helps technicians route, assemble, and replace hose more easily, supporting improved productivity and reduced labor time.
Car wash equipment operates in one of the most demanding pneumatic environments: high-cycle motion, constant water and chemical exposure, temperature variation, and the need for reliable performance across long operating hours. Parker provides rugged air preparation, valve control, and actuator solutions designed to help car wash operators, OEMs, service teams, and maintenance managers improve wash bay uptime, motion consistency, and equipment serviceability.
Perma has launched the Gateway BLUETOOTH, a cutting-edge add-on for perma Bluetooth lubrication systems. This compact device eliminates the range limitations of traditional Bluetooth connections enabling remote access to Bluetooth-enabled perma lubrication systems from anywhere in the world. The result: smarter, more connected lubrication processes.
NEW HUDSON, Mich., Sept. 1, 2026 — Exotic Automation, a premier Parker Hannifin distributor, announced today that it has completed its rebrand from Exotic Automation & Supply to Exotic Automation.
For more than 60 years, customers have trusted Exotic Automation as their fluid power supplier of choice. As the company looks toward the future, it is excited to introduce a refreshed name and modernized logo that reflect its continued growth and commitment to serving its customers. While the company’s look and name have evolved, customers can expect the same trusted products, services and people they have come to rely on.
What to Expect
Customers will begin seeing the new Exotic Automation logo across company communications, including quotes, invoices, packing slips, social media and print materials.
All future correspondence will come from Exotic Automation. Contact information will remain the same. Visit www.exoticautomation.com for more information.
About Exotic Automation: Exotic Automation was founded in 1963 and has grown to become a leading provider of motion & control solutions. The company has retail store locations throughout Michigan & Indiana and offers a comprehensive selection of solutions including custom hoses and fittings, pneumatic and hydraulic components, filtration, lubrication equipment, engineered power units, compressed air equipment & more.
Bond Fluidaire & West Michigan Rubber have been a part of the Exotic Automation family since 2022 & 2025, respectively.
NEW HUDSON, Mich., Sept. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Exotic Automation, a premier Parker Hannifin distributor, announced today they have completed the rebrand of their subsidiaries, Bond Fluidaire & West Michigan Rubber, to Exotic Automation.
Bond Fluidaire was acquired by Exotic in 2022 and has since undergone several key expansions, including an expanded product portfolio, geographic presence and service levels. A new location was opened in Kalamazoo, offering customers custom hose assemblies made on the spot as well as in-stock pneumatic and hydraulic inventory. The company’s two Grand Rapids store locations were both remodeled, offering a wider selection of inventory and product demos. Bond Fluidaire also became a supplier of several new key suppliers, including SKF, DESTACO, Enerpac, Ace Controls and Perma.
West Michigan Rubber was acquired by Exotic in 2025 and underwent a major store remodeling which brought more in-stock products and fluid power capabilities to the Muskegon area. Since the acquisition, the company has significantly increased customer service levels and gained access to Exotic’s pneumatic, hydraulic, compressed air and engineered systems lines.
“The investments made to Bond and West Michigan Rubber have been significant and both companies are stronger than when we acquired them.” Steve Orlando, President said. “The growth experienced over the past few years is just the beginning and gaining the Exotic brand name will allow us to evolve more quickly and surpass expectations for customers.”
All future Bond Fluidaire & West Michigan Rubber correspondences will come from Exotic Automation. Contact information will remain the same. Please visit www.exoticautomation.com for more information.
About Exotic Automation & Supply: Exotic Automation & Supply was founded in 1963 and has grown to become a leading provider of motion & control solutions. The company has retail store locations throughout Michigan & Indiana and offers a comprehensive selection of solutions including custom hoses and fittings, pneumatic and hydraulic components, filtration, lubrication equipment, engineered power units, compressed air equipment & more.
Essential Factors for Sizing a Pressure Gauge
A pressure gauge provides operators with a vital indication of the system’s pressure, making it an essential component of any process system. In this article, NoShok covers the essential factors to consider when
Compressed Air Safety: Which Type of Compressor Wins?
Compressed air safety is not only about operating air compressors safely but also evaluating hazards to personnel and the potential impact of oil carryover on end products. In this Kaishan
Industrial Gas Springs from ACE Controls
Looking to lift or lower loads with control and without excessive strength? ACE Controls Industrial Gas Springs are maintenance-free, ready-to-install and available in body diameters of 0.31″ to 2.76″ (8 to
Parker Optomechanical Focusing Nano Positioner
Achieve nanometer level stability in milliseconds! When your application depends on holding focus at the nanometer scale, there’s no room for settling time you didn’t plan for. Parker’s ZFA Series Optomechanical
Exotic is Now an Authorized Teadit® Distributor!
Exotic is now an Authorized Teadit® distributor! Teadit® is widely recognized as a world leader in the development and manufacturing of innovative fluid sealing products used throughout various industrial markets
Meet our Engineering Team!
Meet our talented Engineering Team! Each day Exotic’s Engineering Team designs, builds, tests & delivers custom engineered systems. They provide industrial fluid power solutions for everything from large complex manufacturing
Register Today for the Motion & Control Summit!
Join us for the 2026 Motion & Control Summit & Expo! The summit will be held October 7th & 8th and will feature a 25+ booth expo hall at our
New Parker PHorce 367 Hydraulic Hose
Parker PHorce 367 delivers reliable constant-pressure performance in a compact hydraulic hose designed for demanding installation environments. Its lower force-to-bend construction helps technicians route, assemble, and replace hose more easily,
Keep Vehicles Moving Through the Wash
Car wash equipment operates in one of the most demanding pneumatic environments: high-cycle motion, constant water and chemical exposure, temperature variation, and the need for reliable performance across long operating
Perma Gateway Bluetooth for Lubrication
Perma has launched the Gateway BLUETOOTH, a cutting-edge add-on for perma Bluetooth lubrication systems. This compact device eliminates the range limitations of traditional Bluetooth connections enabling remote access to Bluetooth-enabled
Exotic Automation & Supply Rebrands as Exotic Automation
NEW HUDSON, Mich., Sept. 1, 2026 — Exotic Automation, a premier Parker Hannifin distributor, announced today that it has completed its rebrand from Exotic Automation & Supply to Exotic Automation. For more
Bond Fluidaire and West Michigan Rubber Change Name to Exotic Automation
Bond Fluidaire & West Michigan Rubber have been a part of the Exotic Automation family since 2022 & 2025, respectively. NEW HUDSON, Mich., Sept. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Exotic Automation, a premier Parker