WISPAPALOOZA 2019 Show Daily Day 1

www. WISPA .org 2 3 www.bekabusinessmedia.com DAY 1 AFL Acquires Optical Telecom, Expands DAS Services Bears & Gears with WAV and MSBI WAV Stop by booth #315 on Tues- day from 12:30 to 3:00 p.m. for a beer and spin on a NASCAR racetrack. Happy hour sponsored by Cambium Networks. A FL, an international manufacturer of fiber optic cable, connectivity and accessories and a provider of network services, has acquired Optical & Telecom- munication Solutions, Inc. (Optical Telecom), a leading wireless solutions provider focused on in-building and outdoor distributed antenna systems (DAS). The acquisition supports AFL’s strategy to expand its footprint across the Southwest and Southeast and complement its existing enterprise services, said the company. “Optical Telecom has built its reputation on family values, quality installations and technical expertise,” commented Sam Orendain, founder of Optical Telecom. “With this new partnership, we are now part of a global team with a great culture and a track record of success and inno- vation. I couldn’t be more excited for the oppor- tunity this partnership brings to our associates, our customers and to our industry.” From design and site survey to installa- tion and project management, Optical Telecom provides a wide range of DAS services. Since 2001, Optical Telecom has brought wireless services to millions while increasing productivity, reducing costs and providing unprecedented coverage, said the company. “As 5G and smart building technologies gain momentum in the industry, AFL will be well-posi- tioned to support these emerging markets given the synergies and strengths between AFL and Optical Telecom,” explained Seneca Mullins, vice president of AFL’s enterprise services. Mullins continued, “AFL and Optical Telecom share the same core value – customer’s first. With this commonality, our customers can expect the same technical expertise and exceptional customer service they have relied on for many years.” In 2014, AFL’s enterprise services launched its Heterogeneous Network (HetNet) solutions business which includes in-building wireless, small cell and Wi-Fi solutions. The HetNet busi- ness coupled with Optical Telecom’s specialized indoor and outdoor DAS capabilities will allow AFL to provide a complete enterprise solution. m Visit AFL at WISPAPALOOZA 2019 booth #242. Contact us at (512) 342-2226 x104 or email sales@amcomsolutions.com Services, Solutions, Simplified. AMCOM SOLUTIONS Your Go-To Partner for your telecom bandwidth needs. Top score each day wins $100 CASH! Plus other daily giveaways. Play to win at BOOTH #409