Industrial Standards Update
SEMI
An approved technology of the SEMI E54.6 standard since 1997, this enhanced suite of standards for sensor-actuator networks should help to reduce the cost and developmental time of both new process equipment and microprocessor-based components. The enhanced standard, SEMI E54.16, extends the LonWorks protocol into the following SEMI standards:
- SEMI E54.3 – Specification for Sensor/Actuator Network Specific Device Model for Mass Flow Device
- SEMI E54.10 – Specification for Sensor/Actuator Network Specific Device Model for An In-Site Particle Monitor Device
- SEMI E54.11 – Specification for Sensor/Actuator Specific Device Model for an Endpoint Device
Various standards bodies worldwide have already adopted Echelon’s platform into their industry standards to increase efficiency, help reduce overall manufacturing and maintenance costs, and help open the door for business opportunities. The building, home, industrial, and transportation automation industries all have standards based upon the LonWorks platform and/or the communications protocol of the LonWorks platform (ANSI/EIA/CEA709.1-B).
European Forecourt Standards
The International Forecourt Standards Forum (IFSF) have selected LonWorks control network technology as the standard for forecourt equipment. The IFSF is a non-profit organization representing many of the world's largest oil companies, including Agip, British Petroleum, Conoco, Fina, Kuwait, Mobil, Shell, Texaco, and Total and CECOD, a similar organization for petrol pump manufacturers. The standard specifies the use of LonMark compliant products for building services (security alarms, CCTV, refrigeration units, heating and air conditioning systems) and sophisticated interior/exterior lighting. The first IFSF standard-compliant petrol stations are operating in Italy and France.
Copies of the standard are available to IFSF members. For membership information, contact IFSF, P.O. Box 199, Dorking, Surrey, RH43FG, England. Phone: +44 (0) 130-688-8735; fax: +44 (0) 130-688-0997