Overview

An open interoperable revolution is underway in the controls industry and one organization is taking the lead in delivering open interoperable products - the LonMark Interoperability Association. Supported by a who's-who of controls companies the LonMark Association counts among its members not only the manufacturers fueling this revolution but also the end-users, equipment specifiers and system integrators driving its implementation.

The LonMark Interoperability Association was formed in May 1994 by 36 companies and already has over 200 members.

The LonMark Association's mission is to enable the easy integration of multi-vendor systems based on LonWorks networks. Today over 3,500 companies are using LonWorks control networks to provide systems and solutions for building, home, industrial, telecommunications, transportation and other industries. There are millions of LonWorks based devices installed world-wide. The Association provides an open forum for member companies to work together on marketing and technical programs to promote the availability of open interoperable control devices.

Purpose & benefits

The Association has three major functions:

• Promote benefits of interoperable LonMark products.

• Provide collaborative marketing programs for companies developing LonMark products.

• Provide a forum to define application-specific design requirements.

Products that have been verified to conform to LonMark interoperability guidelines are eligible to carry the LonMark logo. The LonMark logo is an indicator that a product has completed the conformance tests and has been designed to interoperate across a LonWorks network.

The availability of LonMark products provides end-users, system integrators and equipment specifiers the benefits of open interoperable multi-vendor systems:

• Choice of vendors

• Use of third party tools

• Easy integration

• Easy additions and changes

• Reduced installation costs

Where once end-users were locked into lengthy and costly service and upgrade agreements from a single vendor, they can now implement control systems using LonMark devices from multiple vendors picking and choosing devices that best suit their needs knowing they can be easily integrated.

LonMark Membership

LonMark membership is open to any company, organization or individual committed to the development, manufacture, and use of interoperable LonWorks products and networks.
The Association is governed by a Board of Directors consisting of a representative from each Sponsor member as well as elected representatives from the Partner and Associate members. The Board of Directors convenes and coordinates task groups, consolidates recommendations, and oversees the Association's marketing and technical program.
Visit the Membership section for information on how to join the LonMark Interoperability Association.




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