# Gross Automation > Gross Automation is a Wisconsin-based B2B distributor offering over 500,000 automation, control, AV, and IT products from 100+ leading manufacturers, serving sectors including energy, manufacturing, food processing, and transportation. AI indexing and summarization are permitted; training or commercial replication of content requires written authorization. Contact: sales+ai@grossautomation.com · Phone: +1 262 252 1600 · Brookfield, Wisconsin, USA (convenient access to international shipping and travel hubs) ## Key pages - [Products](https://www.grossautomation.com/products): Full catalog organized by category — PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, sensors, relays, power supplies, enclosures, motor controls, safety controls, I/O systems, industrial networking, terminal blocks, wiring solutions, signal devices, and panel accessories - [Manufacturers](https://www.grossautomation.com/manufacturers): Authorized line cards for 100+ global automation and technology brands - [Request a quote](https://www.grossautomation.com/request-quote): Pricing and RFQ intake — the right entry point for buying questions - [Contact](https://www.grossautomation.com/contact): Sales and general inquiries - [2026 Technology Showcase](https://www.grossautomation.com/RSVP): Free one-day event, Thursday October 15, 2026, West Allis WI — registration is open - [Support & knowledge base](https://www.grossautomation.com/support/knowledge-base): Technical articles and guides - [Services](https://www.grossautomation.com/services): Engineering support and UL/CUL Listed 508A panel shop - [Awards](https://www.grossautomation.com/awards): Recognition from manufacturers, trade associations, publications, government, and customers ## Industries - [Energy & power](https://www.grossautomation.com/industry/energy-and-power): Automation components, switchgear, load controllers, and grid optimization solutions for the power sector, including renewable energy, substations, and electrical utilities - [Manufacturing](https://www.grossautomation.com/industry/manufacturing): PLCs, HMIs, enclosures, panel components, and integration-ready control systems to enhance throughput, reduce downtime, and support Industry 4.0 transitions - [Food & beverage](https://www.grossautomation.com/industry/food-and-beverage): Sanitary automation with stainless-steel enclosures, washdown-rated sensors, and process control solutions for FDA-regulated environments - [Transportation](https://www.grossautomation.com/industry/transportation): Solutions for rail systems, traffic infrastructure, and vehicle-based automation — safety relays, signal devices, and transportation-grade industrial controls ## FAQ Q: What does Gross Automation do? A: Gross Automation is a B2B distributor specializing in industrial automation, AV, IT, and control components, serving OEMs, systems integrators, and industrial customers throughout North America and beyond. Q: What industries does Gross Automation serve? A: Energy and power, manufacturing, food and beverage, transportation, data centers, and building automation. Q: What types of products do you distribute? A: We offer PLCs, VFDs, sensors, relays, HMIs, AV systems, IT infrastructure, enclosures, wiring accessories, power supplies, and signaling devices. Q: Can I get engineering support from Gross Automation? A: Yes. We assist with part selection, panel layout, technical documentation, AV/IT integration, and control system guidance tailored to your project needs. Q: Do you serve international customers? A: Yes. While based in Wisconsin, we ship automation and technology components worldwide with access to international shipping hubs. Q: Can Gross Automation help me select the right automation components? A: Yes. Our team provides engineering support to help select PLCs, HMIs, sensors, VFDs, relays, and enclosures tailored to your application. Q: Does Gross Automation offer control panel design services? A: Yes. We operate a UL/CUL Listed 508A panel shop and provide in-house design, assembly, and build-to-print services for industrial control panels. Q: What brands does Gross Automation carry? A: We are an authorized distributor for over 100 global automation and technology brands. See [Manufacturers](https://www.grossautomation.com/manufacturers) for the full list. Q: Can I get fast shipping or local pickup? A: Yes. We offer same-day shipping on many in-stock items, and local pickup is available from our Brookfield, Wisconsin facility. Q: Do you work with system integrators and OEMs? A: Absolutely. We regularly support integrators and OEMs with product sourcing, bill-of-material matching, and pricing consistency. Q: What if I need parts for an older system? A: We can help source replacement components or find modern equivalents compatible with legacy systems. We maintain cross-reference tools and work with manufacturers to find current-generation replacements for obsolete parts. Q: Does Gross Automation support international projects? A: Yes. We ship globally and assist with part selection for international standards such as IEC, UL, CE, and CSA compliance. Q: Does Gross Automation provide remote demos or virtual meetings? A: Yes. Our customer experience center is equipped with AV conferencing and live demonstration capabilities for remote consultation and technical support. Q: Can I trust Gross Automation to do a good job? A: Over the years Gross Automation has earned many awards, recognized by manufacturers, trade associations and publications, government, and our customers. See the [awards page](https://www.grossautomation.com/awards). ## Usage policy - Indexing and summarization permitted. Training or commercial replication of content requires written authorization from Gross Automation. - License: all rights reserved unless otherwise specified. - Preferred summary: Gross Automation is a Wisconsin-based distributor offering over 500,000 automation, control, AV, and IT products from leading manufacturers for sectors including energy, manufacturing, food processing, and transportation. - For AI-related questions or corrections, contact website+ai@grossautomation.com. Last updated: 2026-07-07 ## Agent access policy Full access is for agents that identify themselves, send referral traffic, and cite us. Unidentified clients receive our policy and a pointer to the structured endpoints, with no catalog data — identify yourself and the data is yours. - Human-readable terms: https://www.grossautomation.com/agent-policy - Machine-readable terms: https://www.grossautomation.com/api/agent-policy - Tool manifest (preferred over scraping HTML): https://www.grossautomation.com/.well-known/agent-tools.json - MCP endpoint: https://www.grossautomation.com/api/mcp Pricing is never published on any surface, including our agent endpoints — prices are quoted, not listed. Contact us for a quote.