AFL acquires Optical Telecom

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Spartanburg-based AFL has acquired Optical and Telecommunication Solutions Inc., a wireless solutions provider focused on in-building and outdoor distributed antenna systems. The acquisition “supports AFL’s strategy to expand its footprint across the Southwest and Southeast and complements its existing enterprise services,” according to a news release.

Addison, Texas-based Optical Telecom has offices in Houston and Duluth, Ga. AFL will maintain the Optical Telecom brand as part of AFL Enterprise Services. Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed.

“Optical Telecom has built its reputation on family values, quality installations and technical expertise,” Sam Orendain, founder of Optical Telecom, said in the release. “With this new partnership, we are now part of a global team with a great culture and a track record of success and innovation. I couldn’t be more excited for the opportunity this partnership brings to our associates, our customers and to our industry.”

From design and site survey to installation and project management, Optical Telecom provides a range of distributed antenna systems services, the release said.

“As 5G and smart building technologies gain momentum in the industry, AFL will be well-positioned to support these emerging markets given the synergies and strengths between AFL and Optical Telecom,” Seneca Mullins, vice president of AFL’s Enterprise Services, said in the release.

In 2014, AFL’s Enterprise Services launched its Heterogeneous Network solutions business which includes in-building wireless, small cell and Wi-Fi solutions, according to the release.