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The Parker GLF Low Pressure Return Line Filter is engineered to deliver efficient contamination control and performance in today’s demanding hydraulic circuits. The optional two port design provides the user installation flexibility and reduces installed cost. The inside-to-outside flow path confines contaminant during element service and minimizes contaminant exposure to the reservoir.
Exotic Automation & Supply’s 150,000 square foot facility with dedicated Tool Room specializes in machined products to meet the custom specifications of your application. Our full range of capabilities include AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Mastercam, CNC machining and CMM inspection technology to ensure precision machined products exceed industry standards – from prototype to production! Learn more here.
Shelby Township is the November ParkerStore of the Month! All purchases you make at our Shelby Township ParkerStore in the month of November will enter you to win a $100 Visa gift card. There is no order minimum or limit to the number of entries and the winner will be announced on Thursday, December 1st.
Meet Mike Fabyan, Our Shelby Township ParkerStore Representative:
Mike’s favorite part of his job is coming up with creative solutions to get his customer’s equipment back up and running. When he is not at work, Mike enjoys going to rock and country music concerts, running outside and cheering on the Detroit Lions. Stop by Shelby to see Mike today!
Exotic Automation & Supply completes steps to acquire West Michigan Parker Distributor Bond Fluidaire. The joining of Bond Fluidaire with Exotic Automation & Supply will bring nearly 120 years of combined experience to customers. It will result in 17 total retail store locations, an expanded product offering, inventory expansion, technology innovation, product enhancements, increased 24/7 mobile service capabilities and more to customers.
The working principle of a hydraulic torque wrench is the conversion of hydraulic pressure into torque. The resulting torque is applied to either tighten or loosen a fastener. But how do they work and what happens inside the tool? Learn here.
Developed in 1945 and continually improved, Deublin Rotating Unions are at the cutting edge of technology today. Rotary unions allow the feedthrough of water, air, hydraulic, metalworking fluids, hydraulic oil, steam, vacuum and a variety of other media. They can be installed at the end of or around a rotating shaft.
Parker Tube Fitting Division’s new assembly webpage easily allows you to access torque and turn valve tables and assembly videos for tube fittings and adapters. Check it out here.
Features:
- Condensed, easy-to-read torque and turn tables
- Assembly video links
- Proper tube end preparation video link
Up-to-date data
NOSHOK offers a broad range of pressure gauges that are engineered with state-of-the-art technology to provide excellent accuracy and reliability. NOSHOK’s gauge offering includes dry and liquid filled, high and low pressure, process, and precision test gauges available with a variety of corrosion-resistant case type, lenses, connections and scale options. Click here to learn more.
GORE® Gaskets provide fast, easy installation and tight, reliable sealing for glass-lined steel, plastic and steel flanges in the most demanding industrial applications worldwide. Exceptional temperature resistance (-450° F to 600° F) makes Gore Gaskets suitable for applications ranging from cryogenic to high-temperature processes.
With Parker’s SensoNODE Condition Monitoring Solutions, you can remotely monitor equipment and processes in injection molding, metal forming, power generation, mobile transportation and more.
- Reduce downtime
- Identify issues before they escalate
- Decrease maintenance costs
- Avoid dangerous situations
Make better, more informed decisions
Pressure Gauge Configuration for High Temp Applications
When utilizing pressure gauges in applications with elevated temperatures, it’s important to know the recommended configurations to avoid gauge failure, protect the instrument, and maximize performance and accuracy. Check out this
Parker Pneumatic Division Video Library
Parker’s Pneumatic Division has created a dedicated video library, consisting of videos such as a pneumatic system overview to product specific content. Check it out here.
The History of Air Compressors
Did you know? Air compressors date back nearly 4,000 years ago when our ancestors started using bellows to supply the oxygen they needed for primitive metallurgy. Compressed air was used
Exotic Opens New Store in Kalamazoo
We are proud to announce the opening of our 19th location in Kalamazoo, MI! Our newest Bond Fluidaire Industrial Contractor Supply Store will provide custom made hose assemblies while you
Register Today for The Motion & Control Summit!
Join us for the 2024 Motion & Control Summit & Expo, held June 13th & 14th at our New Hudson Facility. The event will feature a 20-booth Expo hall, 2-Days
Customer Appreciation Week Starts Today!
Exotic is hosting ParkerStore Customer Appreciation Week, April 29th – May 3rd. Starting today, stop by any of our stores for complimentary hot dogs and to scratch off our ParkerStore Lottery Ticket
Join Us for Our Lebanon Open House!
You’re Invited! Join us for our Lebanon Open House for product demos, giveaways and lunch catered from Jawbone BBQ. Plus enter to win a Bose Soundlink Speaker! RSVP Here
What are Aggressive Media Valves?
Aggressive media valves are inert solenoid valves that handle corrosive or abrasive liquids and gases. They must be compatible to withstand the harsh nature of different media repeatedly for long periods, while
Parker Virtual Engineer Online Tool
Parker’s Virtual Engineer is an innovative design tool for linear motion applications in automation. Check it out today to easily size and select the correct type of pneumatic and electric linear
Visit us at the AISTech Iron & Steel Conference
Exotic Automation & Supply will be exhibiting at booth #2909 at this year’s AISTech Iron & Steel Conference held May 6th – May 8th in Columbus, OH. Interested in attending?
Customer Appreciation Week is April 29th – May 3rd
ParkerStore Customer Appreciation Week is Almost Here! Join us Monday, April 29th – Friday, May 3rd at any of our ParkerStores for Customer Appreciation Week! Enjoy complimentary hot dogs and
Meet Our Engineering Department
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