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Exotic Automation & Supply is coming to Lebanon, March 2024!
The Lebanon ParkerStore marks Exotic’s 18th location and will provide custom hose assemblies made on the spot, the hydraulic, pneumatic, lubrication & filtration products you need in-stock and a knowledgeable & helpful staff. We can’t wait to see you!
Why the Lebanon ParkerStore?
• Full Parker Hannifin Retail Store
• Custom Hose Assemblies Made While you Wait
• Dedicated Inventory
• Local Customer Service and Delivery
• Support from Dedicated Account Managers
• Wide Variety of Product Lines
Enerpac’s extensive line of hydraulic, electric and manual cutters provide a quick and safe solution when you need to cut through heavy duty bar, chain, cable, nuts, etc. Designed and built to handle industrial-grade materials on a daily basis, Enerpac tools provide a safer, simpler and more productive workflow.
No machining required! 80/20’s new 15 & 40 Series T-Matic Connectors allow for infinite positioning along the T-Slot Profile. Installation is easy, just slide into the end of the profile or install on captivated profiles with Roll-in T-nut.
Kaishan has developed several calculator tools designed to help you consider the right factors when selecting an air compressor. These calculators take into account the exact variables we use when evaluating your application.
- Air receiving vessel sizing
- Condensate in compressed air
- Leak estimator
- Oil carryover estimator
- Power cost comparison
- Pressure drop
- Unit conversion
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From prototype to production, Exotic Automation & Supply specializes in producing high quality bent tube assemblies in steel, stainless steel and copper.
Available in sizes ranging from 1/4” to 8” in diameter with customized tube threading & end configurations, Exotic produces tubes to your exact specifications. 24/7 on-site service available! Contact us at (844) FIX-HOSE.
Exotic Automation & Supply was honored to receive 9 Parker distributor performance awards this year recognizing our Freeland, New Hudson, Noblesville & Grand Rapids branches for excellence in Fluid Connector, Hydraulics & Pneumatics. Thank you Parker for your recognition and continued support!
January 9th, 2024 – New Hudson, MI: Exotic Automation & Supply, a premier Parker Hannifin distributor, announced today they have appointed Tommy Marino as the company’s Vice President of Sales, effective immediately. In his new role, Tommy will oversee the company’s sales, product management & retail teams as well as continue his oversight of the company’s growth & expansion opportunities.
Tommy will report to the company’s Executive Vice President, Steve Orlando.
“For the past 5 years, Tommy has been at my side for all significant decisions and setting strategy for our company. Tommy has proved himself as a leader and now is the time for him to lead our sales organization.” Orlando said.
Tommy joined Exotic in 2005 after serving in Iraq with the U.S. Army Intelligence Field from 2006-2010. He started in the manufacturing department molding urethane parts and has worked in all departments of the company throughout his tenure. In his most recent position, he led the retail & service team’s growth specializing in industrial piping, lubrication, air systems and retail operations.
With Tommy’s leadership, the company has become one of the largest fluid connector service organizations, growing their ParkerStore retail network from four to nineteen stores and their mobile service team from one to over a dozen service technicians. Tommy’s guidance has led to the successful onboarding of several new service vendors and product lines and the formation of two new teams within the company for Bent Tube Assembly Production & Assembly Solutions. These actions have diversified Exotic’s offerings and allowed them to expand into new markets and industries ranging from air systems handling to pharmaceuticals.
“I am very excited to watch Tommy set the strategy for our next generation of growth.” Tom Marino, Exotic Automation & Supply’s President said. “As Exotic’s President and owner, as well as a proud father, I couldn’t be more proud watching Tommy work his way through the company to the senior management team. Congratulations Tommy, well-earned!”
Exotic Automation & Supply was founded in 1963 and has grown to become one of Parker Hannifin’s largest distributors in the United States. Exotic is headquartered in New Hudson, Michigan and the company maintains nineteen full-service retail stores throughout Michigan & Indiana. Exotic provides solutions for a wide array of industries including manufacturing, automotive, military, construction, chemical processing, fleet management and more. Visit www.exoticautomation.com for more information.
January 4th, 2024: New Hudson, MI – Exotic Automation & Supply, a premier Parker Hannifin distributor, is proud to announce the appointment of Mike O’Hara to the company’s Board of Directors, effective January 1, 2024.
Mike O’Hara has a long history at Parker Hannifin, the world leader of Motion Control Products. At Parker, O’Hara led the key market and channel growth initiatives as their Global Vice President of Sales & Marketing, helping the company grow to nearly $20 Billion.
“The addition of Mike completes the vision we put in place for Exotic’s Board and provides insight to our long-term sales initiatives.” Thomas Marino, Exotic’s COB and CEO said.
O’Hara joins current board members:
- Russell Smaston – Former retired CFO with Exotic Automation & Supply
- Ted Bojanowski – Manufacturing professional formally with Parker
- Mike Marks – Experienced industrial distribution expert and Indian River Consulting Group founder
For additional information, please visit the company’s website at www.exoticautomation.com.
Exotic Automation & Supply was founded in 1963 and has grown to become one of Parker Hannifin’s largest distributors in the United States. Exotic is headquartered in New Hudson, Michigan and the company maintains nineteen full-service retail stores throughout Michigan & Indiana. Exotic provides solutions for a wide array of industries including manufacturing, automotive, military, construction, chemical processing, fleet management and more. Visit www.exoticautomation.com for more information.
From all of us at Exotic, we wish you joy, peace and happiness during this Holiday season and throughout the new year! Happy Holidays!
Please Note Our Holiday Schedule:
Monday, December 25th, 2023
All locations are closed.
Tuesday, December 26th, 2023
New Hudson, Grand Rapids (36th Street) & Noblesville Branches are open from 8am-5pm. All other locations are closed.
Monday, January 1st, 2024
All locations are closed.
Industrial Air Handling Services:
Throughout 2023, we expanded our Air Handling Solutions offering to include over 20 new product lines and cover all compressed air needs. Our service department is growing rapidly to support you and now consists of 10 service team members & 5 operations support staff.
Exotic can install full compressed air, inert gas, chiller and vacuum systems including all equipment and piping. Contact us today for more information!
3rd Annual Motion & Control Summit:
In March, Exotic hosted the 3rd Annual Motion & Control Summit. This year’s summit was the first to be offered both virtually & in-person. Thank you to all who attended. We are proud to announce that 2024’s conference will feature 2-days of training & an on-site trade show located at our New Hudson headquarters! Stay tuned for details & updates.
Branch Remodels & Expanded Capabilities:
Our ParkerStores in Traverse City, St. Joseph, Grand Rapids (36th Street) and Noblesville were remodeled and expanded to offer more inventory and access to additional product lines.
New Product Line Offerings:
- 80/20 – Manufacturers t-slot aluminum profiles that can be connected to create custom solutions
- Kaishan Air Compressors – The 3rd largest compressor manufacturer in the world supplying many solutions including rotary screw air compressors ranging from 5-600 horsepower.
- Sauer Compressors – Known for their high pressure air & gas compressors
- HyperCyl – Hydra-pneumatic cylinders offered in a wide variety of designs and performance specifications
Summer Open Houses:
Thank you to everyone who attended our 2023 ParkerStore open houses at our Traverse City, Noblesville, Marysville, St. Joseph & Grand Rapids locations! We had a great time seeing you and look forward to inviting you to more open houses next year!
Techman’s TM5-700 is the company’s most compact cobot that can be easily integrated into any production line. The TM5-700’s built-in-vision and ability to interpret visual data into command prompts is one of its top features and makes it a game-changer for accurately when performing tasks in dynamic changing workspaces.
In this whitepaper, learn why regular element changes are crucial to optimal performance, as well as myths about DP gauges, indicators and monitors, FAQs and more.
Parker PURE food grade hoses enable a clean and safe transfer of a wide range of foods, beverages and sanitary materials. Parker’s comprehensive range of constructions offer multiple colors, pressures, sizes and temperature capabilities and meet government and industry standards. Learn more here.
Control Unwanted Vibration – No Matter Your Application
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
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
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Product Spotlight: Parker P31/P32/P33 Global FRL
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!
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!
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Parker QuickFit™ Oil Change System
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Transair Pipe-to-Pipe Challenge
Wondering how Parker Transair Aluminum pipe compares with cooper pipe and carbon steel? Watch this video and learn more here.
Register for FREE Training Classes!
Registration is now open for our 4th quarter training classes! Training is free and held Thursdays from 2:00-3:30pm. Click here to view the class schedule and register today.
Join us at Our Livonia ParkerStore Grand Opening!
You’re Invited to our Livonia ParkerStore Grand Opening Celebration! Please join us on Thursday, October 10th from 11:00am – 2:00pm as we celebrate the opening of our 12th ParkerStore with
We Are Proud to Announce The Winner of Our Grand Prize Giveaway!
Thank you to all who participated, we look forward to next years contest!
Introduction to Electromechanical Controls Webinar
Interested in learning about the components involved in constructing ElectroMechanical systems? We will be hosting a Introduction to Electromechanical Controls webinar on Thursday, September 19th at 11:00 EST that will
