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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.

Sidener Engineering Changes Name to Exotic Automation & Supply
Noblesville, IN – January 8th, 2020: Sidener Engineering, a premier Parker Hannifin distributor, announced today they have completed their corporate name change to Exotic Automation & Supply. Sidener was acquired
Exotic Automation & Supply Headquarters Relocates to New Hudson Michigan
Exotic Automation & Supply, a leading motion & control supplier, announced today they have relocated their Farmington Hills headquarters and ParkerStore to New Hudson, MI. The newly constructed, 135,000 square

STAUFF Laser Particle Counters Provide Early Detection
STAUFF’s LasPaC II detects the ISO cleanness levels of hydraulic media. Fluid analysis is a crucial component of any oil management program and early detection of potential problems can prevent

Download SKF’s LubCAD App
The SKF LubCAD app allows you to use the SKF CAD download portal with its full functionality for your mobile devices. Custom your 3D CAD drawing for many products, download
Enerpac Launches New Line of Industrial Cutters
Enerpac’s new line of industrial cutters includes five families of tools designed to cut metal bar, industrial chain, wire rope and cables, metal tubes, profiles and similar materials. Each cutter

SKF’s QLS Electrically Operated Piston Pump
SKF’s Quicklub QLS Pump is a monitored lubrication system with low-level control for a maximum of 18 lubrication points. Designed for use with standard high-pressure plastic tubing, the QLS family includes pumps with

Have You Tried Parker’s Virtual Engineer Yet?
Parker’s Virtual Engineer is an innovative design tool for linear motion applications in automation. Save engineering time with three simple steps: • Enter application details using the intuitive interface •

Don’t Forget! Register for Free Training Classes
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
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
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
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
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