Echelon Corporation is a specialized semiconductor manufacturer renowned for its innovative advancements in the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and energy management solutions. Established in 1988, the company initially rose to prominence with the development of the LonWorks platform, which became a widely adopted standard in building automation, lighting control, and smart grid applications. Echelon designs and manufactures integrated circuits, embedded controllers, and networking hardware that power intelligent, connected devices across various industries. Their technology emphasizes robust, scalable, and interoperable systems for smart infrastructure, assisting businesses in optimizing energy consumption, lowering operational costs, and improving automation efficiency. With a strong heritage in control networking, Echelon continues to drive progress in IIoT ecosystems through dependable semiconductor and system-level solutions.