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DESTACO’s Robohand eRDH Series of electric grippers are designed with state-of-the-art gripper technology. eRDH grippers integrate 4 teachable sensors, speed control, force control, and internal or external grip settings. This gripper eliminates the complexity of configuration adjustment and sensor settings with it’s highly intuitive keypad interface. An eRDH can be fully configured including sensor settings in under a minute.
perma FLEX is a single-point lubrication system that is used in a variety of applications and industries. Ingress protection to IP 68 level guarantees reliable lubrication in extremely dusty and moist environments. It can be used for inside or outside applications in temperatures ranging from -4 °F to 140 °F and the discharge period can be adjusted even after activation.
Many of the products that we use each day rely on automation for production. The machines behind these products are technologically advanced and require multiple electromechanical components to maintain accuracy, quality and high-volume output.
One of the key components found within these machines is the electric servo motors designed to deliver superior speed, position and torque control in a powerful, compact package. In this blog, Parker covers the basics of servo motor technology and covers the motor products that help machine builders achieve their required levels of performance.
80/20 T-Slot Aluminum Framing is a construction system you can use to build virtually anything. The aluminum profiles, or bars, can be mixed and matched to create any customized solution or innovation. It weighs and costs less than steel and requires no welding!
Join us as we celebrate you, our valued customer! Don’t miss ParkerStore Appreciation Week, April 13th – 17th at all locations. During this week, stop by for complementary lunch, free giveaways & every purchase you make enters you to win a Solo Stove Fire Pit! We appreciate your business and can’t wait to see you! Find a location here.
In industrial environments, holding a component in place is rarely as simple as stopping movement. Machines vibrate, loads shift, and operators interact with equipment in ways that introduce constant, variable forces. In these conditions, a rigid locking system can actually work against long-term performance by transferring shock directly into surrounding structures. Elastic locking offers a more practical solution by holding position while still managing the energy created by real-world operation. Learn more here.
The PCH Network Portal offers decentralized Inputs/Outputs and IO-Link master ports opening the door to optimized machine architecture and new levels of configurability, all while connecting to the 5 sizes of H Series ISO valves.
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.

Parker Pneumatic Division Online E-Tools
Check out Parker’s Pneumatic E-Tools Portal which consists of helpful part look-up tools, sizing and selection tools, videos, CAD files, online calculators & more!

Looking for Custom Conveyor Rollers?
Exotic Automation & Supply produces custom conveyor wheels for a variety of applications! Whether your project requires urethane, rubber, plastic, polyurea or other material, we will work with you to find your best

Freeland is the ParkerStore of the Month
Freeland is May’s ParkerStore of the Month! All purchases you make at our Freeland ParkerStore in the month of May will enter you to win a $100 Visa gift card. There

We’ve Rebranded Our Line of Hydraulic Safety Valves
Exotic Automation & Supply Announces Rebrand of Sidener Hydraulic Safety Valves to Control Reliable Hydraulic Safety Valves Exotic Automation & Supply, a premier fluid power distributor with 13 locations across

Built-In Vision Systems With Collaborative Robots
Techman Robot’s ability to see and interpret visual data into command prompts is one of the features that makes it a superior choice over traditional industrial robotics. TMVision is a built-in, vision system

Check Out Parker’s Hyperchill Interactive Guide
Extremely compact and easy to use, Parker’s Hyperchill & Hyperchill Plus ensures an accurate control of water temperature. Each model is designed for safe and reliable operation in the most varied working

Parker’s PLP Metal Push-to-Connect Fittings
Parker’s new Prestolok PLP Metal Push-to-Connect Fittings offer a wide variety of configurations, allowing you to find the perfect product to meet your needs. PLP Fittings Feature: • Stainless steel grab ring • Nickel-plated brass

Visit Us At The 2022 AISTech Iron & Steel Conference!
Visit us at the 2022 AISTech Iron & Steel Conference, May 16-19 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. We’ll be showcasing our Control Reliable Hydraulic Safety Valves and other safety products for the Steel industry. Can’t

Breaking News: We’re Coming to Port Huron!
We are excited to announce our 13th Retail Store located at 1182 Gratiot Blvd, Marysville, MI 48040 will open this summer! Our Port Huron Store will provide you with quick

Flint is April’s ParkerStore of the Month
Flint is April’s ParkerStore of the Month! All purchases you make at our Flint ParkerStore in the month of April will enter you to win a $100 Visa gift card.

Dixon Cam & Groove Couplers
Dixon offers a wide variety of Cam and Groove Couplers to fit all of your applications! Precision machined to rigid tolerances and stainless pins will not rust or bind, providing

Automatic vs. Manual Lubrication
Reduce downtime & repair costs with SKF’s automatic lubrication systems! A lubricator is designed to automatically supply a small quantity of clean grease or oil to a lubrication point on a