10/29/2012 Crossing Automation has been acquired by Brooks Automation. For the press release, please visit http://www.brooks.com ********* Crossing Automation is a leading designer and manufacturer of fab and tool automation equipment, recognized for solving the critical issues facing today's semiconductor device and equipment companies, and emerging HBLED and photovoltaic industries. The company increases fab productivity and reduces equipment costs by consistently delivery fast, reliable wafer and carrier handling products, supported by sophisticated control software. Crossing's diverse family of atmospheric and vacuum modules include loadports, EFEMs, sorters, vacuum transfer chambers, FOUP buffers, RFID systems, and carrier tracking software. These solutions are available in multiple configurations to address the customer's desire for maximum flexibility.