Surface Finish Inspection
Integrated Automation for Surface Finish Inspection
Relying on manual, subjective visual inspection is a risky process. Particularly so in modern manufacturing applications, where the final finish of your product is a direct reflection of production quality. Manual surface finish inspection is prone to inconsistency, human error, and the inability to keep pace with production. But the real challenge isn’t if you should automate. It’s how to find an automation integrator with the technical expertise and industry experience necessary to automate your process.
Whether you’re manufacturing flooring, textiles, building products, plastics, or metals, surface finish is critical in perceived and functional quality. Variability in gloss, texture, embossing, or thickness can result in product downgrades, costly scrap, and many other downstream issues. At Cross Company, we help manufacturers implement inline surface finish inspection systems to gain real-time insight into surface characteristics. By automating these measurements, our customers reduce human error, identify issues earlier, and improve overall process control.
We’re able to provide solutions for operations looking to automate manual processes, streamline operations, or better use workers. From integrating a single 2D laser or industrially hardened gloss meter to designing a fully-automated, multi-point inspection system, we can devise a solution for your operation, no matter the scale.
Get Customized Testing Solutions
Off-the-shelf options not compatible with your process? Need something more customized? Cross can help. Talk to our experts today about custom testing solutions.
Ensuring Quality Through Automation
While handheld meters and manual spot checks are still incredibly common in the manufacturing world, they leave significant room for variability and can often miss defects. Our automated inspection solutions are able to deliver continuous data, feeding your network or SPC system for real-time process monitoring and closed-loop control.
Gloss Level Consistency
Ensure a uniform, high-quality appearance across your products by continuously monitoring and controlling surface gloss levels.
Embossing and Texture Uniformity
Detect variations in emboss depth or surface texture in real time to maintain consistent visual and tactile quality.
Coating and Curing Verification
Verify that coatings and finishes are applied and cured properly to prevent defects and performance issues downstream.
Material Thickness Measurement
Monitor thickness across the full width of your material to identify deviations early and reduce scrap.
Surface Roughness and Irregularities
Identify and correct surface imperfections or roughness before they affect product performance or aesthetics.
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Automation Solutions for Surface Finish
Whether you’re looking to verify gloss and emboss consistency on flooring, detect microscopic scratches on medical devices, or ensure textured finish uniformity, our team has the expertise to design a solution.
At Cross Company, we know that automating a unique inspection process like surface finish inspection can seem daunting. That’s why our team of engineers and automation experts works directly with your own team from concept to completion, ensuring the final system is perfectly tailored to your needs.
Your partnership with Cross doesn’t end after installation, however. We provide continuing support to ensure that your surface finish inspection system continues to function optimally in the form of repair and ISO 17025 accredited calibration services.
Is Automation Right for Your Process?
Answer a few simple questions and find out! We’ll send a copy of your inputs to help build the case for automation, and determine ROI for automating parts of your operation.
What Can We Measure?
We’ve provided industrial automation to a wide range of operations across industries. No matter the scale or application, we work directly with your team to devise the right solution that can be successfully integrated into your existing process to streamline your process. We can measure
Gloss Level Consistency – Real-time tracking of surface reflectivity ensures every unit meets your visual quality standards
Embossing and Texture Uniformity – Proprietary laser-based emboss analysis detects micro-level variations for consistent feel and appearance
Coating and Curing Verification – Inline sensors confirm proper coverage and cure for functional and aesthetic surface treatments
Material Thickness Measurement – Across-the-web thickness monitoring allows for immediate corrective action and reduced waste
Surface Roughness and Irregularities – Early detection of defects like pitting or uneven finish improves first-pass yield and customer satisfaction
Why Cross Surface Finish Inspection Automation?
It’s a smart move to choose to automate surface finish inspection. It’s an even smarter move to choose Cross.
At Cross, we provide more than just components. We deliver fully integrated systems engineered specifically to the needs of your operation. From early-stage concepting to full commissioning and ongoing support, our team is ready to work with yours throughout the lifecycle of the project.
We build systems that deliver real-time measurement data to your operators, quality teams, and process engineers. Whether it’s feeding an SPC platform, triggering alerts, or closing the loop with upstream equipment, we help turn your data into action.
If you’re ready to start the process, contact Cross Company Automation today to talk with our experts.