Branson Introduces First Global Series of Ultrasonic Welding Power Supplies for
Automated Assembly Systems
DANBURY, Conn., Jan. 2012 – Branson Ultrasonics Corp., a subsidiary of Emerson, today
introduced its first global series of ultrasonic welding power supplies for automated assembly
systems in the automotive, packaging, textiles and food industries.
With the new DCX Digital Power Supply Series, Branson will deliver to manufacturers and
equipment integrators the same high-quality product and technical support with the common
ultrasonic offering across the Americas, Europe and Asia. The new products are expected to
ship in early 2012.
Based on users input and extensive industry collaboration, the new series features a smaller
footprint, flexible mounting, more industrial control options, and improved diagnostic and data
collection that customers want.
“The DCX Series responds to customers’ needs for a global product that will give them the
benefits to doing more, with increased power, less downtime, enhanced throughput, and the
high global level of technical and product support from Branson,” said Bill Heatherwick, Director
Global Product Management, Emerson Industrial Automation, Branson Ultrasonics Corp. “The
DCX represents Branson’s latest innovation in ultrasonic power technology, and continues our
tradition of providing global technologies and local solutions as industry leaders.”
Combining scalable technology and the industry’s first closed loop amplitude control; the new
DCX power supplies provide enhanced performance, control, durability and reliability. These
compact power supplies provide the best power density found in the ultrasonic industry today.
Offered in three compact sizes, and form factors including – horizontal, vertical with side mount
or rear plane mount, the DCX series offers flexible integration and system design. Some models
in the new series cut the size of the power supply unit by more than 50 percent.
“This new series was jointly developed by Branson's global product development team with input
from our customers around the world. We are especially excited about the first in an expanded
range of global offerings answering local needs in each region,” said David Shen, Asia
Marketing Director.
The DCX features Branson’s exclusive and the industry’s first BUC service port that provides
remote diagnostics and configuration. Communication with the power supply is done by using
commercially available HTML interface protocols that reside internally to the DCX, allowing the
user to interface with the power supply using a standard Internet interface program.
Among the other advanced features on the new DCX Series are:
- Greater Efficiency – Constant amplitude regulation results in less force required to weld
- More Productivity – Programmable starting ramp times help to improve cycle rate and throughput
- Dependable – Six levels of power supply protection helps maintain weld quality and extend product life
- Improved Thermal Management – Separate electronics and heat management compartments increase performance and durability
- Total Amplitude Control for Closed Loop Amplitude Control – Provides complete and precise amplitude control throughout the weld cycle. Amplitude can also be increased or decreased instantaneously during the weld – an industry first.
The DCX products will be used to join plastics and process materials for such applications as
interior and exterior trim in automobiles, portioning food and confectionary, point-of-purchase
and packaging, and home and personal goods.
Branson offers a full range of plastic welding equipment
The flexibility and range of all Branson welding systems allows you to select components and
create the assembly system that meets your needs, matching system features to your
application requirements. Branson Ultrasonics Corporation provides detailed information and
guidelines for optimal use of their welding equipment for customers and interested persons.
About Branson Ultrasonics Corp
Headquartered in Danbury, Connecticut, Branson Ultrasonics Corporation is the leading worldwide
manufacturer of plastics joining equipment including ultrasonic, linear and orbital vibration welders, hot
plate welders, laser IRAM welders, infrared welders, thermal welders and spin welders for assembling
thermoplastics. Branson also manufactures equipment for metal welding, liquid processing and precision
cleaning. Branson was founded in 1946 and is a subsidiary of Emerson, St. Louis, MO, as part of the
Industrial Automation Division. For more information, visit www.BransonUltrasonics.com
