DALI Alliance præsenterer markante nyheder
DALI Alliance, den globale organisation bag DALI-baserede lyskontrolsystemer, vil på den kommende Light + Building 2026 udstilling bl.a. præsentere ny gateway standard (in english).
The global DALI Alliance will be showcasing groundbreaking developments in digital lighting control at Light + Building 2026 in Frankfurt/Main, Germany, from 8 to 13 March.
With many member companies on the DALI booth, the consortium will be presenting innovations based on the open, IEC-standardized DALI protocol (IEC 62386). These innovations support compliance with current requirements such as building energy efficiency, cybersecurity, and the reduction of the effects of artificial light at night.
New DALI certifications for wireless gateways
One highlight of the trade fair presentation is the new specification suite for wireless-to-DALI gateways. It can act as the link between classic DALI installations and the leading wireless standards Bluetooth NLC and Zigbee.
The gateways reliably translate between both worlds in a standardized manner, paving the way for improved integration with smart building ecosystems.
- The introduction of these test and certification specifications for Wireless to DALI Gateways is an important achievement, says Paul Drosihn, General Manager of the DALI Alliance.
Not only do they facilitate the integration of lighting controls into building networks, they also enable access to comprehensive operating, energy, and diagnostic data from D4i luminaires - a decisive step toward intelligent, data-driven lighting systems.
Regulatory aspects and continuing education
Even beyond the new products, the booth is worth a visit: Experts from the DALI Alliance will provide a practical overview of cybersecurity and regulatory requirements, including the EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) - a key component for the secure operation of networked lighting systems in commercial properties.
In addition, trade fair visitors will learn how with intelligent, DALI-based lighting control can significantly reduce the carbon footprint of buildings in line with the requirements of the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD).
Supplementary, the Alliance will have the latest information brochures available and will present new training and education programs. These prepare architects, specialist planners, and integrators for the next generation of digital lighting systems.
Lighting control in the IP era: DALI+
Another focus is the further development of DALI+ for wireless and IP-based networks. DALI+ enables communication via modern transport technologies such as Thread, thereby expanding the scalability of classic DALI installations.
This combines the precise, finely tuned lighting control functions of DALI with the flexibility of networked IoT ecosystems. For planners and integrators, this means fewer obstacles and more possibilities - from cloud.
Light at night with DALI-2 and D4i
Intelligently controlled LED luminaires also have an effect in outdoor areas. Automatically dimmed or switched off when not in use, they reduce unwanted light pollution and lower energy consumption without compromising safety.
DALI 2 certification and its extension D4i form the backbone of modern lighting control: they enable precise dimming, scene control, diagnostics, and spectral adjustments. D4i-certified luminaires support deep dimming profiles for quiet night hours, can respond to movement or ambient light, and adapt dynamically.
This means that only the light that is actually needed is generated - a win for energy efficiency, ecosystems, and an unobstructed view of the night sky.
