LonMark International also hosted a dinner meeting to discuss the future of LonMark in China. Present were Rongwen, Echelon, CLEC, AnHui Joyo Electronics Co, Jiangsu Zhongzhao Electrical Co., Proview, Tomwell, Protectwell, Vstar Communiction Control Technique, Jiangsu Lianhong Automation, TelChina Corp., Wuxi LeadSolar Energy, Shenzhen, Sichuan Huati Lighting Industry and Hocenlight Technology. Others members were
present at the show and contributed to the interoperable streetlighting
demonstration but could not attend the dinner including CELC and Streetlight
Vision. Several companies are new to LonMark and will join the organization
based upon the successful outcome of this meeting. The meeting focused on three
key topics:
-Formal formation of a LonMark China Affiliate organization
under LonMark International
-Creation of the LonMark China Marketing Committee
-Creation of the LonMark China Technical Committee
All three of these
activities are proceeding in parallel. The formation of the two committees was
agreed upon by those present. Key activities discussed include:
Technical
-Development of standards for street lighting based upon
the LonMark Outdoor Luminaire Controller Profile
-Development of a testing and certification program for China
-Translation of key technical documents for the China
market
-Evaluation of the need for local certification support for
vendors in China
Marketing
-Investigate trade shows and events to jointly participate
in
-Investigate a seminar program as an outreach to users and
owners of smart street lighting systems
-Develop a fact sheet highlighting the China Street
lighting market, the players, and value proposition
-Develop case studies and success stories of both China
projects and US/European projects
The members agreed to nominate LonMark Ambassador Eric Sun
to coordinate activities of the committees until such time as a chairman can be
elected. Mr. Sun has agreed to be the point person for these activities and
will work hand-in-hand with LonMark International.