Assembly & Fixturing Applications

Automation Solutions for Industrial Assembly and Fixturing

In modern manufacturing applications, every assembly process is a necessary step in defining final product quality. From securing components with extreme precision to ensuring every kit is packed correctly, consistency isn’t negotiable. You may already know that automating these processes is key to preventing errors and increasing throughput. But the big question is who can you trust to integrate a solution that works?

As an automation solutions integrator, Cross Company has been solving these challenges for industrial manufacturers and commercial operations since our first automation projects in the 1950s. Our team of automation engineers and other experts has a unique perspective, having seen the evolution of the manufacturing world over the years.

We provide automation solutions in a wide range of capacities. From single components and custom fixtures to fully integrated robotic systems, our goal is to provide the solutions that are best for your operation, your people, and your ROI. Our engineering team takes into account your production process, your facility layout, and your own internal capabilities to determine the right automation solution for your application. So we can provide you with a solution that just works.

Custom Fixtures, Small Parts Kitting, and Other Applications

The best automation solution is the one that works for your operation. At Cross Company, we understand that automating a unique manual process can seem daunting. That’s why we take the time to fully understand your production model. That way, we can provide you with an automation solution that works.

To find the best solution for your operation, our team of engineers and automation experts work directly with your own team from concept to completion. This allows us to design and integrate a solution that is perfectly tailored to your needs, whether it’s a custom fixture or a multi-stage assembly line.

Ensure that the part you are measuring or assembling is held securely and consistently every single time. Our custom fixtures hold parts in a repeatable orientation, producing more accurate measurements, significantly improving accuracy, and reducing the risk of human error.

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Eliminate errors in your manual kitting process with our small parts kitting automation solution. Our system guides operators through a predefined program, using scales and visual aids to ensure the correct parts are added in the correct order, saving time and money while improving customer satisfaction.

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Working Solutions for Assembly Automation Integration

When you partner with Cross, you’re getting more than just equipment from industry-leading manufacturers. You’re getting a solution designed to optimize your entire assembly process through industrial automation. And an integration partner with decades of real-world experience.

We understand the potential “gotchas” in implementing automation and know how to navigate them to protect your investment. Further, by combining our deep expertise in automation with our world-class precision measurement capabilities, we deliver solutions that are not only mechanically sound but also as precise as possible.

Our process begins with you. We analyze your application, calculate the ROI, and design a system that delivers tangible value. We take ownership of the project from start to finish, so you’re never left wondering who to call. That’s the advantage of partnering with Cross.

Improve Measurement Accuracy

Reduce Assembly Errors

Increase Process Throughput

Future-Proof Your Operation

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Trouble Staffing? Cross Can Help

If you’re struggling to keep workers in positions that involve dull, dirty, or dangerous tasks, the solution may not be to keep hiring. It might be time to consider automation.

At Cross Company, we specialize in automating these hard-to-fill roles with collaborative and industrial robotic solutions. Automating these tasks not only enhances safety and well-being for your workforce but also boosts overall efficiency and productivity.

Whether you need to integrate robotics into existing processes or design a new automation system, Cross has the expertise to help. We work closely with you to develop tailored automation strategies that transform staffing challenges into opportunities for innovation and growth.

Struggling With Production Delays or Inefficiencies?

Get an on-site assessment from our team by scheduling a FREE Line Walk! Gain a fresh perspective on your operations and discover where automation can make the biggest impact in your company. Our expert engineers are available to assess your facility, identify key improvement areas and deliver a detailed, actionable report—all with follow-up support to get you moving fast.

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Collaborative Robot Application Complexity Calculator

How complex is your process? If you aren’t sure whether or not your team is equipped to deploy a cobot on your own, our complexity calculator will help you determine how difficult it may be.

Why Cross Assembly and Fixturing Applications Solutions?

When you partner with Cross Company, you’re getting more than a one-off service. With over 80 years in the precision measurement and automation business, we’ve earned and maintained a reputation for accuracy, precision, and innovative problem-solving. Our team of engineers works with you from concept and design through building, testing, and calibration. We even provide the programming your equipment needs to use the necessary fixtures, providing a truly seamless integration.

Whether it’s designing a fixture to hold a complex part in a repeatable orientation for reliable measurement or developing a kitting system that ensures every package has the correct components, our solutions are built to improve your entire operation. By ensuring accuracy at the source, we help you reduce the risk of human error, improve the quality of your measurement data, and speed up your throughput.

When you need a partner who can deliver an automation solution that works for your unique application, Cross has the expertise and experience to get it done right.

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Did you know… Cross Company is an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan). Our ESOP started in 1979 and as of 2006, we are 100% employee-owned! Learn more about our ESOP and how that benefits both team members and our customers.
Did you know... the precision measurement group at Cross was founded in 1939 by our current CEO's grandfather, Jim King. That's a whole lot of calibration!
Did you know... A fingerprint weighs about 50 micrograms. We know, we weighed it! The residue left from a finger can actually make a difference in weight results which is why we wear gloves when we calibrate weights. For reference, a sheet of paper is about 4.5 grams, that’s 4.5 million micrograms.
Did you know… Cross Company has grown significantly since our start in 1954. Over the years we've acquired 26 companies! Today, our five groups have expertise in everything from industrial automation to precision measurement, and industry knowledge going all the way back to 1939.