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We’ve increased our inventory to ensure we have what you need when you need it! Our warehouses are stocked with over $20M in inventory and all in-stock orders received by 4:00pm EST are shipped same day! Stop by one of our ParkerStores or contact us for assistance.
When large systems need a reliable safety stop, the right protection matters. EB63–EB160 Safety Shock Absorbers from ACE Controls are designed to absorb extreme energy during emergency stop situations, helping protect cranes, gantry systems, conveyors and heavy automation equipment from costly damage.
Join Kaishan for a webinar on Thursday, May 28th at 11:00am where they will break down how to evaluate compressed air systems based on application-level risk, not assumptions.
Using real-world examples across industries, Kaishan will show how leading plants structure their systems to balance performance, reliability and total cost of ownership. You’ll leave with a practical framework to identify where you’re overspending, where you may be exposed and how to make more confident decisions moving forward. Register here!
Exotic Automation & Supply’s Offline Filtration System enhances fluid quality and boosts equipment longevity. Custom-built to meet specific needs, it offers continuous, independent filtration, minimizing downtime and maintenance while ensuring reliable performance with high-quality components.
May 5th, 2026: New Hudson, MI: Exotic Automation & Supply, a premier Parker Hannifin distributor, announced today the completion of the remodel of their Muskegon (West Michigan Rubber) location. The store remodel began in December 2025 after West Michigan Rubber was acquired by Exotic Automation with a goal to increase the store’s inventory selection and offerings to customers.
“The remodel of our Muskegon ParkerStore marks a huge accomplishment and investment to support our West Michigan customer base.” Tommy Marino, Vice President of Sales said. “Our team has worked hard over the past few months redesigning the layout of the store while adding inventory, creating product demos and training our team on the new product lines that were brought on with the acquisition.”
The expanded product offerings resulting from the acquisition include a wide range of brands, including Parker Hannifin pneumatic, hydraulic, filtration and electromechanical products, as well as ACE Controls, SKF, Perma, Enerpac, Dixon, NOSHOK, and Exotic Air Systems. The expanded products along with increased inventory position the Muskegon store as a leading industrial supplier to West Michigan’s growing manufacturing sector.
“Our remodeled Muskegon location offers an unmatched level of support for customers.” Steve Orlando, President said. “With our nineteen store locations and dedicated account and product sales team, we are fully equipped to meet all customer needs, whether a custom hydraulic power unit, compressor, or hose assembly.”
The Muskegon ParkerStore is located at 767 W Hackley Ave, Muskegon, MI 49441 and is open Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm.
To celebrate the remodeling, the company will host an open house on Thursday, May 14th, 2026, from 11:00am to 1:00pm. The event will feature catered lunch from Dr. Rolf’s BBQ, product demonstrations, giveaways and grand prizes. Customers are encouraged to RSVP on the company’s website.
About Exotic Automation & Supply: Exotic Automation & Supply was founded in 1963 and has grown to become a leading provider of motion & control solutions. The company has nineteen store locations throughout Michigan & Indiana and offers a comprehensive selection of solutions including custom hoses and fittings, pneumatic and hydraulic components, filtration, lubrication equipment, engineered power units, compressed air equipment & more.
You’re invited to our Muskegon Open House! Join us Thursday, May 14th from 11am – 1pm to see live product demonstrations, enjoy lunch catered by Dr. Rolf’s BBQ, and enter to win an Ooni Pizza Oven. RSVP here!
Enerpac Hydraulic Gantries are a safe, efficient way to lift and position heavy loads in applications where traditional cranes will not fit and permanent overhead structures for job cranes are not an option. When used with rail systems, hydraulic gantries also provide a means for moving and placing heavy loads. Hydraulic gantries are a cost effective solution for many lifting and rigging applications.
NOSHOK offers a broad range of pressure gauges that are engineered with state-of the art technology to provide excellent accuracy and reliability and accommodate nearly every application. NOSHOK’s industry-proven dial indicating gauges include 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.
The Chelsea 442 Series Power Take-Off (PTO) is an economical workhorse that features a cast iron housing and tapered cone bearings on the output shaft, giving it a robust torque rating and long service life. It is perfect for light-to-medium duty applications where dependability is important.
Parker’s Hydraulic Valve Systems Division has released a significantly enhanced configuration experience for the Parker D1VW directional control valve series on Parker.com. The updated D1VW Configurator now provides:
- Complete and up-to-date D1VW coverage with expanded options and variants
- Improved logic and guidance to help select the right valve for each application
- Accurate, orderable part numbers with validated option combinations
What does the future hold for compressed air technology? The compressed air industry is expected to grow at a 4.47% combined annual growth rate through 2032 as a result of rising investments in energy-efficient production lines, rapid energy infrastructure build-outs and stricter contamination standards. In this article, Kaishan covers several key air compressor trends that expected to rise in 2026 and beyond.

The Importance of Reinforcement in Hydraulic Hoses
Selecting the proper hose for a hydraulic assembly is critical to ensure that it meets the requirements for that specific application. One of the first steps in selecting the proper

GORE® 100% ePTFE Sealing Cord
Versatile and easy-to-install, GORE® 100% ePTFE sealing cord is a cost-effective solution for large steel flanges in general-use applications. Joint Sealant, the first form-in-place gasket, was invented by Gore more

Featured in Lyon Today Magazine
Motion Control Parts Supplier Brings Jobs to Lyon Township By Diane Gale Andreassi Construction of a $13 million building in Lyon Township began October 15 and is expected to bring

Sidener Engineering Authorized as Full-Line Parker Hannifin Pneumatic Distributor
The new agreement authorizes Sidener to distribute all Pneumatic products, including actuators, valves, cylinders and air-prep products. November 13, 2018 – Noblesville, IN – Sidener Engineering, a division of Exotic

ACE Profile Dampers Protect Motion Systems
For motion systems, crashes can be catastrophic – causing anything from inconvenient repairs to costly system downtime. One company, however has successfully found a way to minimize the dangers of

Destaco Introduces Tolerance Compensation Clamp Series
Destaco’s new TCC Series adds greater flexibility by offering tolerance compensation, allowing the clamp to self-adjust within three degrees of clamp arm moving without the need to use shims. The

Parker Hose Products Division Training Videos
Parker Hannifin Hose Division has launched a series of videos to help you better understand Parker GlobalCore, Parkrimp Crimping System, basic elements of hoses and more. Check them out here.

Don’t Forget to Register for Free Training Classes!
Don’t forget to register now for 4th quarter training & development classes! Training is free and offered every Thursday from 1:00-2:30pm. Click here to view the course syllabus and register

Exotic Automation & Supply to Exhibit at the 2018 Die Casting Congress & Exposition
Exotic’s solutions for die casting, including sand de-coring hammers, hydraulic safety valves, safety light curtains and safety mats will be showcased. October 2nd, 2018 – Farmington Hills, MI – Exotic

Register for Free Training & Development Classes
Registration for our 4th quarter training & development courses is now open! Training is free and offered every Thursday from 1:00-2:30pm. Space is limited so please register today by emailing

New! 24/7 Mobile Aluminum Pipe Installation Van
Exotic Automation & Supply is proud to launch a new mobile service vehicle to our Retail / Service Team. The new 24/7 Transair Aluminum Pipe Installation Truck comes to your

Parker’s SCOUT Software is now Voice of the Machine™ Software
Parker Scout Mobile is now Voice of the Machine. The Voice of the Machine Software works with SensoNODE™ Sensors to wirelessly monitor assets without interrupting production. Ideal for large-scale operations