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Automation that works
The Christopher Stephen Corporation designs and builds custom systems that solve real production problems. We've spent forty years learning what works and how to make it work for you.
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Eight ways to solve it
Pick one solution or combine several. Each one handles a specific job and they work together to build your complete system.
Built exactly for your operation
Every production challenge is different. TCSC designs and engineers custom automation systems from the ground up - sized to your floor, matched to your tolerances, and built around what you actually produce. No adapting a standard machine to fit your process. We start from your requirements and engineer everything else from there.
Complete systems,
delivered ready-to-run.
TCSC manages every phase - design, engineering, fabrication, integration, and on-site installation. You don't coordinate between vendors or manage handoffs. You get a fully tested, production-ready system and a single partner who owns the outcome from concept to commissioning.
Automated assembly engineered for your part and your rate.
From single-station fixtures to multi-stage automated assembly lines, TCSC builds systems that match your cycle time, part geometry, and quality requirements. Designed for repeatable accuracy, built for the demands of the production floor - whether you're assembling automotive components, medical devices, or precision-manufactured parts.
Catch defects before they leave your process.
TCSC integrates vision inspection, leak testing, and electrical verification directly into your production flow. Automated pass/fail decisions at production speed - no slowdowns, no manual sampling gaps. Every result is captured for traceability, giving you real-time quality data and the documentation your customers require.
Robotic automation systems integration and tooling
TCSC designs, builds, and programs robotic automation systems for pick-and-place, machine tending, assembly, and material transfer applications. As a FANUC Authorized System Integrator (ASI) with expertise across leading robot brands, we deliver custom end-of-arm tooling (EOAT) engineered for your specific part geometry and process requirements.
Move every part exactly where it needs to be, every time.
Reliable material handling is the foundation of any automated line. TCSC engineers custom conveyors, indexing systems, transfer mechanisms, and part-nesting solutions that integrate directly into your production flow. Every system is designed to eliminate jams, misfeeds, and positioning errors - keeping your line running at rate.
Prove your process. Then scale it.
Before committing to full production tooling, TCSC builds functional prototypes that put the concept to the test. We engineer working mechanisms, validate tolerances, and confirm process parameters - so you can refine the design with data in hand, not assumptions. Reduce risk. Get to production faster.
Precision fabrication. One standard across everything we build.
TCSC's in-house fabrication capabilities span structural weldments, precision-machined components, and custom sub-assemblies. Keeping fabrication under one roof means tighter tolerances, fewer delays, and full quality accountability before anything ships or installs. Every fabricated component supports the broader system it was designed for.
From your idea to a working system
We start with what you need and end with what works. Four clear stages, no surprises.
Concept phase
We listen to your operation and understand the problem you're solving.
Engineering work
Our engineers design the system in detail with 3D models and specifications.
Build and test
We build and test every component until it performs exactly as planned.
Installation ready
Installation, training, and handoff to your team. Then we step back and support.
Start
Tell us what you need. We'll outline the path forward and give you a timeline.
What customers say
Results speak louder than promises
Ready to build something better
Let's talk about what your operation needs and how we can deliver it.
FAQ
Answers to questions we hear most often about our services and process.
Timeline depends on complexity and scope. A simple retrofit might take weeks. A full turnkey system typically runs three to six months from concept to installation. We'll give you a realistic schedule before we start.
Yes. We manage everything from engineering through final commissioning. Your team doesn't have to coordinate with multiple vendors. We're there until the system runs right.
We've built systems for automotive, food processing, pharmaceuticals, packaging, and more. If you manufacture or produce something, we understand your challenges.
Most of the time, yes. We assess what you have and design solutions that work with your current setup. Sometimes replacement makes more sense. We'll be honest about both options.
Cost varies widely based on what you need. A custom system could be fifty thousand or five million. We provide detailed quotes after understanding your requirements.
We do. Maintenance, troubleshooting, and upgrades are part of our commitment. Your system should work for years, and we're here when you need us.
Still have questions?
Reach out and we'll answer what you need to know.