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Since 1939, our precision measurement team has compiled a wealth of knowledge about subjects within the precision measurement industry. Take a look at some of our latest articles.

Could inline gloss and emboss measurement improve your process? When producing high volume products such as hard surface floor coverings, uniformity is key. In the flooring industry, the ability to...

What is the IP Code? The IP code (either the Ingress Protection code or the International Protection code) is defined by the IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) in IEC 60529. It...

This article, originally published in the April 2018 edition of Quality Magazine, was written by Amanda Weiner, Cross Company Strategic Communications Manager. Can You Save Time and Money by Automating...

There are many reasons to decide to bring your calibration services in-house. If cost is a factor, our cost calculator can help you make the right choice. When making the...

The new ISO 17025:2017 standards’ increased focus on statements of conformity has sparked some great conversations recently about acceptable levels of risk, including false acceptance and false rejection. We wanted...

Weighing equipment in hazardous areas must not only withstand corrosion and harsh environments, but it must also operate without running the risk of igniting any flammable dust, fibers, or gas...

What should you look for in calibration management software? Utilizing a calibration management software can help to streamline and organize your quality process by allowing easier and faster access to...

Routinely calibrating and validating your scales and balances is critical in ensuring that your measurement equipment is giving your accurate and repeatable measurements. Whether you have an internal calibration program,...

We frequently field questions about the difference between a standard calibration and an accredited calibration. For the laboratories at Cross, an accredited calibration follows a process that has been accredited...

Have you ever seen uncertainties on your calibration cert or heard someone talk about uncertainties, and wondered what they mean?  Do you know how to use this information, and/or do...

What is difficult to measure in your process? Are there areas where you see waste or quality issues but can’t figure out the best way to solve the problem? Maybe...

Load cells are used to measure force in a variety of applications. They do so by converting mechanical force into electrical signals through the use of strain gauges. Typically a...

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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.