Kaval Wireless Technologies

About Kaval Wireless Technologies

Established in 1986, Kaval Wireless Technologies carved a niche as a supplier of specialized wireless communications systems. The firm focused on extending wireless coverage for public safety, government, and commercial sectors into areas that are typically shielded from radio frequency signals. Its product line was designed to enhance communication for critical services such as fire, police, medical, and other emergency personnel by ensuring reliable radio frequency coverage within various indoor facilities.

Kaval's solutions were deployed in a wide array of environments, including office buildings, manufacturing plants, tunnels, airports, hospitals, and stadiums. The company provided turnkey implementation services, which encompassed consulting engineering, project management, system design, installation, and commissioning. This comprehensive approach allowed Kaval to offer a performance guarantee for its wireless applications. The firm's clientele included wireless carriers, private industrial entities, and public safety organizations.

The company's business model revolved around providing both products and services to ensure in-building wireless coverage. This included a range of proprietary and patented products that could extend and distribute various communication forms like two-way voice, data, paging, and cellular signals. Before its acquisition, the company had received venture capital funding from investors such as BEST Funds, BMO Financial Group, Capital Alliance Ventures, National Life Insurance Company, and Ventures West Capital. In February 2005, Powerwave Technologies acquired the core assets of Kaval Wireless for approximately $10.8 million in cash. At the time of the acquisition, Kaval was operating at an annual revenue run rate of about $10 million and was led by CEO David Quinn.