Partners

Echelon is not only a leader in the control networking market, but also a member of thriving alliances and partnerships. We've created alliances with NTT Data, Sun Microsystems, Cisco, Cypress, Toshiba, and IBM, in which we provide the technology and devices to connect networks, platforms, and other applications.

Technology partners help create the platform for open systems and expand our vision in the marketplace. Our partners include leading developers of products, software, and services that enhance our technology offerings. Their complementary products benefit our mutual customers through increased functionality, security, and value.

We work with partners on many levels to devise industry-specific solutions. Here are some examples:

	Cypress has partnered with us to develop, market, and sell Neuron® chips worldwide.
	Toshiba is not only a worldwide supplier of Neuron® chips, but also partners with us to create products and solutions that integrate data networks, the Internet, and Java. Learn more about the Neuron chip.
	LonWorks Independent Developers is a select group of companies that provides consulting, as well as R&D, software, and hardware engineering resources to other firms.
	LonMark International is the leader in establishing interoperability standards in the control networking industry. Learn more about LonMark membership.
	Open Systems Alliance (OSA) members are integrators with expertise in specifying, designing, installing, and maintaining flat, interoperable control networks using the LonMaker Integration Tool and LonMark certified products with LNS plug-ins. Learn more about OSA.
	We offer LonWorks products and training to make sure the next generation of engineers and system integrators are well-versed in our technology. Over 300 universities and vocational schools worldwide have incorporated LonWorks into their classrooms and laboratories through our Educational Programs.