EthoStream
Acquisition in 2007
EthoStream, LLC is a company based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, specializing in high-speed Internet access network solutions for the hospitality industry. Founded in 2001, EthoStream offers wired, wireless, and custom-designed hybrid Internet solutions to various properties including hotels, coffee shops, university campuses, municipal buildings, and other commercial locations. The company provides customized hospitality gateway servers that support applications such as guest high-speed access, conference access, surveillance, point-of-sale terminals, and security systems. EthoStream integrates these services with wide area network connections like DSL, cable, and wireless networks. Additionally, the company offers installation, remote management, system maintenance, technical support, and customer support services.
Smart Systems International
Acquisition in 2007
Smart Systems International is a technology manufacturer of in-room energy management systems for the hospitality industry.
BPL Global
Series C in 2007
BPL Global provides electric utilities with a suite of smart grid solutions that support advanced distribution automation from substations through customer premises. Our solutions collaborate across the grid, helping utilities increase efficiency and reliability to improve their financial, operational and environmental performance. BPLG combines our experience in applying smart grid solutions with our market-leading technology to successfully serve leading utilities.
Microwave Satellite Technologies
Acquisition in 2005
Microwave Satellite Technologies is a communications technology company that offers complete sales, installation, and service.
GridEdge Networks
Venture Round in 2004
GridEdge Networks, Inc. specializes in the development and sale of transfer trip protection systems tailored for electric utilities and independent power producers. Established in 2001 and based in Littleton, Massachusetts, the company offers distributed generation transfer trip protection products and services applicable to solar, wind, biogas, and energy storage systems. GridEdge Networks focuses on enhancing grid protection and monitoring through innovative powerline carrier technologies that reduce costs and streamline installation processes for its clients. In addition to its product offerings, the company provides professional services, including site surveys, network design, installation, configuration, integration with existing systems, training, and ongoing technical support. By enabling the deployment of protection and monitoring applications while utilizing existing infrastructure, GridEdge Networks contributes to the efficient interconnection of large-scale renewable energy sources.