Lutron Gets IoT Smart With New Zigbee Capability

Lutron Electronics, who are witnessing new demand for their technology as more households invest in connected home technology, has jumped onto the Zigbee bandwagon.

The US Company joined The Zigbee Alliance Board of Directors this September, adding its expertise in lighting controls and automated shading solutions to work alongside other IoT brands that can integrate into a Lutron system.

Lutron is an international smart lighting and shading control provider for over 15,000 commercial and residential products, selling in more than 100 countries, including Australia via Queensland-based distributor Avation.

“Lutron has a history of impressive innovation, smart business decisions, and respect for environmental impact,” said Tobin Richardson, President and CEO, Zigbee Alliance.

“They’re an ideal addition to the esteemed collection of companies that currently comprise

our board, our collective goals and interests, and the individual representatives that dedicate their time, resources, and energy to the open standards charge.”

“Lutron is focused on taking care of the customer and delivering value with superior goods and services,” added Pekka Hakkarainen, Ph.D., Vice-President, Government and Industry Relations, Lutron.

“We are passionate about creating great customer experiences that promote comfort and enhance well-being both in the home and workplace. We look forward to working with the Zigbee Alliance board to help shape the future of the IoT and deliver even more value to our customers.”

The Zigbee Alliance was established in 2002 and is the foundation and future of the Internet of Things.