Cross Company is proud to share this article from our partner Bishop-Wisecarver, a global leader in linear and rotary motion solutions. The article highlights an exciting collaboration with Zach Lytle, captain of the BattleBots team Skorpios. The challenge? Improving the performance of Skorpios’s powerful spinning saw weapon. Bishop-Wisecarver’s engineers identified that the original V-belt drive system was slipping, causing power loss. To solve this, they provided a more robust toothed timing belt and pulley setup. The result was a dramatic improvement in the weapon’s power and reliability, leading to a winning streak for Skorpios on the show.

Take a look at the case study from Bishop Wisecarver: What Skorpios from Battlebots Was Missing, and How We Helped Find It

This case study is a great example of how Bishop-Wisecarver’s innovative solutions can be applied to even the most demanding and unique applications, such as a combat robot. It showcases the importance of reliable motion components in any design, from high-stakes robotics to everyday industrial automation. At Cross Company, we pride ourselves on being more than just a supplier; we are a solutions partner. We work with leading manufacturers like Bishop-Wisecarver to bring our customers the best in industrial automation and motion control products. Our team of expert engineers collaborates with you to understand your specific challenges and apply the right technology to optimize your systems, improve efficiency, and ensure the long-term success of your operations. Whether you’re building a cutting-edge combat robot or a critical piece of manufacturing equipment, you can trust Cross Company to help you get the most out of your design.