With force & compliance control you are able to set a path and program the robot to be compliant to a particular force in a determined axis. See why that is beneficial.
Offering a range of automation solutions for the industrial world.
Automating Manual Processes
Whether you are dealing with staffing shortages or simply want to utilize your human labor for higher value tasks elsewhere in your facility, automation is a great solution. Our specialties include packaging and material handling, machine tending, testing and quality, and automated measurement.
Automation for Machine Builders
As a machine builder you are constantly working to improve your product. Our team of experts can help you with the automation components and sub assemblies. We offer a wide range of automation components including actuators, servo and stepper motors, gantries, pneumatic valves, end of arm tools, HMIs, and more.
Service and Support
Maximize your investment with our service and support services. Our team of experts can help with Custom Automation Solutions and Sub Assemblies, Cable Management, Repair and Refurbishment, Training, and more. See how our expertise can add value to your operation.
Resources from Our Automation Experts
Our automation experts make us more than just a distributor of automation solutions. At Cross, our automation team works on a range of projects and have accumulated a wealth of knowledge from real world experience, knowledge to help our customers succeed. Take a look at the latest articles, technical guides, and case studies from our automation team.
Why choose Cross Automation as your Integration Partner? When looking for a manufacturing automation integration partner, we know you have a lot of choices. So why partner with Cross? Speed We know when you come to us, you have a pain point and need it solved as soon as possible.…
Why use a linear shaft motor instead of a U-shaped linear servo motor? With an independent review of energy efficiency, this article discusses the benefits of using linear shaft motors in place of linear servo motors.
A common trend in the industrial automation and robotics industries is looking for electric alternatives to pneumatic components. What is the benefit of switching from pneumatic to electromechanical actuators? Take a look at our top 5 benefits to see why it might be right for your operation.
Solenoid valves used in air manifolds can be direct acting or pilot operated. In the case of a direct acting solenoid valve, the coil acts directly on the valve spool to actuate it. In the case of a pilot operated solenoid valve, it uses system air pressure as a pilot to actuate the spool.…
Vertical Loads: When And How Should Brakes Be Used On A Linear Actuator? In Motion Control, there are many examples of vertical applications, and the examples can vary widely. Whether it’s a packaging gantry or a robot end effector, linear actuators commonly are used to lift loads against gravity. However…
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Our team works with an industry leading number of suppliers when developing solutions for our customers, so we can integrate the right components every time. Our expertise, paired with access to a wider range of materials, means we can build the best solution for your process.
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