Emerson is set to release a new ultrasonic welding system this summer that aims to help manufacturers streamline operations and adapt quickly to changing production needs.
The Branson Polaris Integrated Welder (IW) is the first model in Emerson’s next-generation Polaris ultrasonic welding platform, designed as an entry-level but highly capable machine that brings greater flexibility, precision and data control to the shop floor.
The Polaris IW comes with a compact, all-in-one structure combining the actuator, power supply, and process controls in a single unit, which allows it to be integrated easily into automated production environments.
Targeted at industries ranging from automotive and textiles to food packaging and consumer electronics, the system is expected to appeal to manufacturers looking to optimise footprint, reduce complexity, and improve productivity.
Cybersecurity measures
The welder features a 7-inch LCD touchscreen with a user-friendly interface that gives operators access to weld history, system diagnostics, alarm logs and recipe settings.
Among other highlights are a load cell for accurate trigger setting, built-in amplitude control, horn diagnostics, and pre-trigger functions. The machine also includes advanced cybersecurity measures to ensure operational integrity.
“Flexibility and control are key to gaining a competitive edge in today’s dynamic market, and manufacturers need solutions as advanced as their challenges,” said Kerryn Harrington, global product manager at Emerson. “The new Branson Polaris IW ultrasonic welder is an exciting first step in our latest initiative to bring welding innovation, scalability and efficiency to the plant floor. As the line expands, the next-generation Polaris ultrasonic welding platform will give manufacturers an innovative, fully configurable system designed to adapt to new demands, so they can continually optimise operations and achieve peak performance now and in the future.”
Emerson said the Polaris IW is the first in a broader line of modular, automation-ready welding systems that will follow. These future systems will offer manufacturers configurable options for controls, software, and power supplies—allowing for a tailored approach to production and real-time performance monitoring.
The new platform underlines Emerson’s strategy of supporting a diverse range of manufacturing environments with scalable tools and technologies, while helping companies maintain safety and compliance as their production evolves.
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Emerson launches Branson Polaris IW to boost efficiency and flexibility in manufacturing
