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We’ve added new courses to our training & development line-up! Click here to view our calendar of classes. All courses are free and filling up fast, so please register today!
Exotic Automation & Supply’s filter carts provide a convenient portable mode of off-line filtration, flushing & fluid transfer. Custom configurations are also available!
When choosing a flow control valve, material, connection type, size, adjustment type, and configuration should be considered. Click here to take a closer look at the factors that affect valve performance.
Miniature Shock Absorbers from ACE are tried-and-tested quality products used in millions of industrial designs throughout the world. They optimize machines in an equally reliable and effective way by decelerating loads quickly and without recoil.
Lincoln’s model 1550 fuel transfer pump quickly delivers diesel, kerosene or mineral spirits from both mobile and stationary tanks. Its durable cast-iron housing, long-life, low-friction valves, special seal design, UL-listed motor and stainless steel outlet adapter provide reliability in even the harshest environments.
Moving Parts on your machinery & equipment require proper lubrication to maximize up-time and ensure long life. We will be hosting an Industrial Lubrication Practices Webinar on Thursday, March 28th at 11:00am to review several lubrication concepts and the available equipment needed to provide the right amount of lubrication.
In this webinar we will also cover:
- How much lubrication is the right amount?
- Series progressive divider valve concepts
- Injector-based metering
- Pump systems for injector-based & series progressive application
Transair’s lightweight components and quick-connect interlocking design allow for easy and immediate layout modifications and require no need to thread, solder, or glue pipe. In this course, we will cover how to properly size your system, the differences between aluminum and black pipe and potential cost savings.
Dates:
Tuesday, March 19th, 2019 • 1:00-2:30pm • Shelby Branch – Register
Wednesday, March 20th, 2019 • 1:00-2:30pm • Farmington Branch – Register
Thursday, March 21st, 2019 • 1:00-2:30pm • Ann Arbor Branch – Register
Friday, March 22nd, 2019 • 1:00-2:30pm • Lansing Branch – Register
Don’t forget! All information you can find about Parker products on their website is also easy to find on ours. Click here to find specifications, catalogs, CAD files and more.
SmartCells anti-fatigue mats, runners and custom flooring enables workers to stand comfortably for long periods of time while minimizing the fatigue and pain associated with standing work. Manufactured from durable rubber, SmartCells anti-fatigue flooring consists of a matrix of hollow cylinders that function like springs when compressed and offer secure, stable footing and a unique energizing responsiveness not found in other anti-fatigue products. Learn more here.
Gore GR Sheet Gasketing is designed to outperform both conventional (filled and skived) PTFE and other ePTFE gasketing in steel piping and equipment. It has the chemical resistance of conventional PTFE sheet gasketing without the creek and cold flow commonly associated with that material. Gore GR Sheet Gasketing is stronger and has more dimensional stability than other ePTFE gaskets. It is highly conformable to rough or irregular sealing surfaces and compresses into an extremely tough gasket that creates a tight, long-lasting seal.
Machine designers are increasingly turning to gearheads to take advantage of the latest advances in servo motor technology. Essentially, a gearhead converts high-speed, low-torque energy into low-speed, high-torque output. A servo motor provides highly accurate positioning of its output shaft. When these two devices are paired with on another, they enhance each other’s strengths, providing controlled motion that is precise, robust and reliable.
Interested in learning about the different gearheads available and how to make the right selection? Click Here
OMLER Pneumatic Sand De-Coring Hammers combine high quality with performance to remove sand or ceramic from aluminum and grey iron castings. Several hammer models are available to fit your application. Sidener is OMLER’s exclusive US distributor and offers in-stock inventory as well as repair services and application assistance.
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