Weavix

Weavix, founded in 2019 by CEO Kevin Turpin, is a technology firm based in Wichita, Kansas, that provides communication and productivity solutions for the frontline workforce. Turpin, a seasoned entrepreneur with over two decades of experience leading industrial service and technology companies, established Weavix to address the communication inefficiencies and technological disconnect he observed in industrial settings. His journey began with co-founding PK Companies, an industrial specialty services provider, which gave him firsthand insight into the challenges faced by deskless workers. This experience was the catalyst for developing a platform to connect the historically underserved frontline workforce.

The company's core business revolves around its "Internet of Workers" (IoW) platform, a subscription-based service that integrates hardware, software, and data analytics. Weavix targets a range of industrial sectors including manufacturing, construction, food and beverage, hospitality, and energy. Revenue is generated through tiered pricing plans based on user numbers and features, with a model that includes providing the company's proprietary hardware to every worker as part of the subscription.

The flagship product is the Walt Smart Radio System, a rugged, enterprise-grade device designed to replace traditional two-way radios. The Walt smart radio is a Class 1 Div. 2 certified device, making it safe for hazardous environments, and is also water and drop-resistant. It operates on multiple networks, including Wi-Fi, public and private LTE, and CBRS, ensuring connectivity across various facility infrastructures. Key features include push-to-talk, picture, and video messaging (termed PT3), a dedicated SOS button with GPS tracking, live language translation, and tap-and-go authentication for easy shift changes. Beyond the device, the platform offers a web console and mobile app, providing management with workforce analytics on safety and efficiency, while giving workers access to a global directory and multimedia collaboration tools.

Weavix has secured significant financial backing to fuel its growth, raising a $10 million Series A round in January 2023, led by Koch Disruptive Technologies. This was followed by a $23.6 million Series B round in January 2024, led by Insight Partners, bringing the company's total funding to over $33 million. These investments are aimed at scaling operations across the United States, expanding product offerings, and strengthening its market presence.

Keywords: frontline worker communication, deskless workforce, smart radio, Internet of Workers, IoW, workforce management, industrial communication, Kevin Turpin, Walt Smart Radio, push-to-talk, workforce safety, operational efficiency, rugged handheld device, enterprise communication, workforce analytics, manufacturing technology, construction tech, digital transformation, connected worker, field communication, industrial IoT