Automation Solutions

Cross Automation Solutions

A single off-the-shelf product may not be what your manufacturing process needs. That’s why we don’t just offer answers, we offer solutions. As an automation system integrator, Cross’s complete solutions combine a mix of physical components, services, and technical expertise into a unique solution.

Our full solutions take into account every part of a complex system and devise a comprehensive response to the nature of the problem. Whether you need to increase throughput, create greater efficiency, or implement more redundancy to reduce downtime, we have the a solution for you.

The Cross automation team has had years of experience developing solutions using robotic automation, pneumatics, and electro-mechanical motion control. See how our solutions can help your operation.

Comprehensive Solutions for Manufacturers

At Cross, we’re at the forefront of providing modern automation solutions designed to meet the needs of our customers.

Our automation solutions encompass a wide range of technologies, industrial processes, and other systems. By implementing a Cross Automation solution into your existing manufacturing process, you have the capability to streamline operations, improve accuracy, reduce costs over time, and optimize overall performance.

Through leveraging technologies such as automated material handling, machine tending, IIoT, and many others, industrial operations can achieve a significant increase in efficiency, scalability, and competitiveness in their respective markets.

Improve the accuracy and consistency of your assembly process. We engineer custom fixtures and automated kitting systems that reduce human error and increase the speed of your assembly lines.

Assembly and Fixturing Applications →

Achieve perfect, repeatable welds every time. We provide integrated robotic welding solutions that deliver superior quality and consistency, helping you meet the toughest industry standards.

Automated Welding →

Increase the productivity of your existing machinery with our automated machine tending solutions. We integrate systems for CNC machines, press brakes, and inspection stations to run lights-out and free up your skilled operators.

Automated Machine Tending →

Automate your end-of-line processes to improve throughput and safety. Our solutions for palletizing, case packing, and bin picking are designed to solve your labor challenges and eliminate production bottlenecks.

Material Handling & Packaging Automation →

Transform your finishing processes with automation. Our solutions for robotic grinding, sanding, and deburring create a safer work environment while producing a flawless, consistent surface finish on every part.

Material Removal Applications →

We integrate high-precision weighing and measurement into your production process. Our custom-engineered solutions ensure accuracy and consistency in every batch, fill, and final product.

Measurement & Weighing Applications →

Gain absolute control over your most critical processes. We design and integrate automated batching and blending systems that deliver unparalleled accuracy and repeatability, ensuring product uniformity across every run.

Process Control, Blending, and Batching Applications →

Ensure your products meet the highest standards with our automated testing and inspection systems. From custom test machines to advanced defect detection, we engineer solutions that guarantee quality and compliance.

Testing, Quality, & Inspection Applications →

Integrating Solutions from Industry Leading Brands

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.

Automation Success Stories

Benefits of Cross Company's Automation Solutions

Whether you’re looking for automation for increased productivity, cost reduction, greater accuracy, enhanced safety, or just looking to future-proof your operation through greater scalability and flexibility, Cross has a solution for you.

Cross Company has offered solutions like these to manufacturers, commercial operations, and other facilities since our first successful automation project in the 1950s. We’re an experienced automation integrator with the know-how to create a complete solution for issues you’re running in to.

We can also combine our industrial automation expertise with an extensive background in precision measurement. That means we can support your application long after its installation date. When you work with Cross, you’re getting a partner. Not someone who will leave you high-and-dry if issues arrise.

Increased efficiency

Optimized productivity

Greater throughput

Improved accuracy

Enhanced scalability and flexibility

Create a Success Story With Cross Automation

After making the decision to automate, the next question becomes “how do I find a reliable automation integrator?” You’d want someone with provable experience and a verifyable track-record of successful automation projects. Someone who will continue to support your application and not leave you high-and-dry if maintenance or repair is needed.

Someone like Cross.

When we provide a solution for an industrial or commercial application, we stand by that solution. We ensure it’s working just as well on day 1 as day 100. And we offer ongoing maintenance, repair, and ISO 17025 accredited calibration services for your equipment. That way, if something isn’t working the way you need it to, there’s only one call you need to make.

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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Why Cross Automation Solutions?

At Cross, our automation solutions for industrial manufacturers and other operations combine cutting-edge automation technologies, domain expertise, and a customer-focused approach to deliver custom solutions designed to address unique challenges faced by different industries. Our team of automation experts will work with you directly to understand the specific needs and goals of your operation. Then design custom solutions that drive tangible results.

Custom automation solutions are able to transform industrial operations by enabling them to achieve new levels of productivity, efficiency, and competitiveness. And our expertise in creating those solutions spans across industries. Meaning no matter what you produce,  with our automation solutions for industrial manufacturers, we can empower your operation to streamline production, reduce cost, improve quality, and enhance safety.

Through our industry expertise and world-class customer service, we can help you stay ahead of the curve through automation. Our automation solutions help you create a more optimized, sustainable, scalable, and technologically advanced production environment to set yourself apart. Contact one of our experts today to get started and to learn more about the value Cross Company Automation can provide.

See How Our Automation Team Can Help Improve Quality, Increase Efficiency, And Reduce Risk In Your Operation

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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.