KNX Association: Leading the Smart Home Revolution
The KNX Association is an international consortium of companies that work together to create and maintain the KNX protocol. Established in 1999 in Brussels, Belgium, it was founded with the aim to provide a single standard that overcomes the constraints of standalone devices and systems in home and building automation.
Strength in Diversity: Global Manufacturers at the Helm
The association brings together over 400 manufacturers from more than 40 countries, representing a diverse array of sectors, including lighting, HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning), security, energy management, metering, audio/video, white goods, and more. These member companies offer more than 8,000 certified product groups in their catalogues, all of which comply with the KNX standard.
Top 20 Brands in the KNX Association
| Company Name | Products | Member Since | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| Siemens | HVAC, Lighting, Security | 1999 | Germany |
| ABB | HVAC, Lighting, Energy Management | 1999 | Switzerland |
| Hager | Lighting, Security, Energy Management | 1999 | Germany |
| Schneider Electric | HVAC, Lighting, Metering | 2000 | France |
| Gira | HVAC, Lighting, Audio/Video | 1999 | Germany |
| Jung | HVAC, Lighting, Audio/Video | 1999 | Germany |
| Legrand | Lighting, Security, Energy Management | 2002 | France |
| Theben | Lighting, HVAC, Security | 1999 | Germany |
| Zennio | Lighting, HVAC, Audio/Video | 2005 | Spain |
| B.E.G. | Lighting, Security | 2005 | Germany |
| Weinzierl | HVAC, Lighting, Metering | 2003 | Germany |
| Merten | Lighting, Security, Energy Management | 1999 | Germany |
| Busch-Jaeger | Lighting, HVAC, Security | 1999 | Germany |
| Berker | HVAC, Lighting, Audio/Video | 1999 | Germany |
| Elsner Elektronik | HVAC, Lighting, Metering | 2007 | Germany |
| JVI | Lighting, Security, Audio/Video | 2006 | France |
| Ekinex | HVAC, Lighting, Energy Management | 2008 | Italy |
| Albrecht Jung | HVAC, Lighting, Audio/Video | 1999 | Germany |
| KNX1 | HVAC, Lighting, Security | 2006 | Germany |
| Basalte | Lighting, HVAC, Audio/Video | 2008 | Belgium |
The Assurance of Quality: Certifying KNX Compliance
A major role of the Association is to ensure the compliance of these products with the KNX standard, guaranteeing their interoperability and interworking. It does this by certifying products that have been tested for compliance with the KNX standard, ensuring they can work together in a KNX installation.
In addition to product certification, the KNX Association also manages the KNX standard, ensuring its ongoing relevance and adaptability in a rapidly evolving technological landscape. The association supports research and development activities that contribute to the advancement of the standard, as well as promoting its use through activities such as trade shows, training programs, and awards.
Empowering Professionals: The Role of KNX Training Centre
Another key area of the KNX Association’s work is training and education. Through the international KNX Training Centre, the association provides a variety of training courses to help professionals acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to design, install, and maintain KNX systems. This commitment to professional development has helped to create a global network of certified KNX partners, who are skilled in implementing KNX solutions in a wide variety of contexts.
Beyond the Association: Extending KNX Reach and Influence
The Association also promotes the use of the KNX standard beyond its member companies, engaging with a broad array of stakeholders including engineers, architects, building owners, and end-users. Through their collaborative efforts, the KNX Association has significantly contributed to the widespread adoption and continued success of the KNX standard in home and building automation.