The DALI Consortium has adopted Thread as the first networking technology available in DALI+, as stated by the Thread group and the DALI Consortium
The DALI+ specification brings DALI lighting control commands to wireless and IP-based systems. The DALI protocol, also used for digital lighting control, allows for the installation of powerful, scalable and flexible lighting networks. DALI+, with Thread, will be the first network transport of DALI over an IP-based wireless network.
Using Thread's mesh networking technology, DALI+ and Thread offer the same rich lighting control and data-driven capabilities for wireless DALI, such as real-time monitoring and wireless
Sujata Neidig, vice president of marketing, Thread Group said:"Our work with partners such as DALI Alliance gives the commercial building community confidence that their iot options will provide the enhanced capabilities and performance they need. We look forward to seeing all the positive ways lighting technology providers will leverage the power of DALI+ through Thread. "Smart technology in commercial Spaces is transforming buildings into automated structures that meet the needs of residents."
Paul Drosihn, general manager of DALI Alliance, said: "The continued evolution of smart building technology is exciting, but the change is also challenging due to the complexity surrounding wireless, including interoperability and security threats." "Partnerships between trusted organizations are critical to ensure seamless and secure interaction between lighting solutions and other iot technologies. We believe Thread Group establishes and rigorously standards to ensure that smart solutions can coexist in commercial Spaces without compromise."
