AV provider Kramer acquires AVoIP firm ZeeVee Inc.

The press release states that ZeeVee’s technologies and expertise will enable Kramer to offer a wider portfolio. ZeeVee’s offering perfectly complements Kramer’s existing AVoIP solutions, the company adds. As a result, it will enable Kramer to provide a complete and integrated solution for its customers.
ZeeVee also has a proven track record in 10Gbps technology, facilitating large-scale and complex deployments. The medical-grade and certified product line of ZeeVee will expand Kramer’s market reach and complement other Kramer solutions in this domain. Per a statement, by combining Kramer’s portfolios, the company can offer a broader range of solutions. With this, it can enhance its customer experience and opportunities.

The full press release:

Aug 6^th , 2024, Tel Aviv – Kramer, a leading provider of advanced audio-visual solutions, is pleased to announce the acquisition of ZeeVee Inc., a pioneer in AVoIP (Audio-Video over Internet Protocol). This strategic move aligns with Kramer’s commitment to invest in AVoIP and position the company at the forefront of technological advancements in this domain.

Enhancing AVoIP Leadership and AV/IT Convergence

The acquisition of ZeeVee underscores Kramer’s dedication to the AVoIP market and enhancing its product portfolio in this domain. ZeeVee, a founding member of the SDVoE Alliance, brings advanced technologies and expertise that will enable Kramer to offer a wider portfolio and accelerate growth and innovation. ZeeVee has been at the forefront of IT and AV convergence, leading the industry with innovative solutions and a forward-thinking approach.

Driving Innovation Through Growth Synergies

With this acquisition, Kramer will significantly expand its AVoIP portfolio, accelerating growth and innovation. ZeeVee’s offering perfectly complements Kramer’s existing AVoIP solutions, enabling us to provide a complete and integrated solution for our customers. As a founding member of the SDVoE Alliance, ZeeVee brings deep expertise and a proven track record in 10Gbps technology, facilitating large-scale and complex deployments. Their medical-grade and certified product line will expand Kramer’s market reach and complement other Kramer solutions in this domain.

By combining Kramer’s portfolios, we can offer a broader range of solutions, enhancing our customer experience and opportunities. The merger also combines ZeeVee’s on-premises AVoIP management solution with Kramer’s cloud-based offerings, such as Panta Rhei and Kramer Control, resulting in a robust ecosystem for powerful management and control solutions.

Gilad Yron, CEO of Kramer, commented: “The acquisition of ZeeVee reinforces our commitment to leading the AVoIP market. ZeeVee’s innovative solutions and industry leadership align seamlessly with our strategic vision, and together, we will drive the next wave of technological convergence. This move not only enhances our portfolio but also accelerates our growth and innovation, ensuring we continue to provide comprehensive audio-visual solutions to our customers. Additionally, both companies’ customers and partners will now benefit from access to the combined portfolio of products and services.”

ZeeVee CEO, Bob Michaels, added: “Joining forces with Kramer is a thrilling opportunity for ZeeVee. Our combined expertise and resources will accelerate the adoption of AVoIP technologies, delivering unmatched value to our customers and partners worldwide. We are excited to be part of a company that shares our vision for the future of IT and AV integration.”

About Kramer

Kramer audio-visual experiences power creativity, collaboration, and engagement. From AVSM to advanced cloud-based communication, collaboration and control solutions, Kramer creates audio-visual experiences that are more engaging, more inclusive, and more connected than ever before.

Headquartered in the heart of Startup Nation – Tel Aviv, Israel with locations around the world, Kramer’s audio-visual experts are designing the future of engagement technology. Physical and digital boundaries have blurred. But no matter how hybrid our world becomes, our desire for real, human connection will never cease.

Kramer’s intuitive, seamless technology breaks down walls, bridges gaps, and makes people feel closer together even when they’re far apart.

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About ZeeVee

ZeeVee is a leading provider of AV signal distribution technology. The company has revolutionized the pro AV and IT industries with its award-winning encoders, decoders and software. Integrators and AV consultants rely on ZeeVee for its reliability, value and easy-to-install AV over IP, RF modulation and IP streaming platforms for enterprise, academic, government, healthcare, casino, museum, hospitality and retail customers. The company is a founding member of the SDVoE Alliance and a PSNI Global Alliance Vendor Partner. It holds a GSA schedule and its products are TAA-compliant. ZeeVee is headquartered in greater Boston with its European head office in Augsburg, Germany, and Southeast Asian offices in Singapore.

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