Utah Scientific

Name

Utah Scientific

Legal name

Utah Scientific Inc.

Website

https://utahscientific.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1977

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Broadcast video routing and signal distribution hardware

SIC

Computer Communications Equipment (3576)

akta.pro primary industry

Playout Infrastructure & Hardware (Servers, Storage, SDI/IP Gateways) (MPAHAKAJ)

Keywords

• Broadcast routing switchers
• Hybrid SDI/IP routing
• Video signal distribution
• 12G-SDI UHD routers
• SMPTE ST 2110 equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Salt Lake City

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales: Sale of video routing and signal distribution equipment including routers, control panels, control systems, edge devices, sync generators, fiber transport, and multiviewers. Products sold as one-time capital equipment purchases with modular expansion options.
2. Support and Service: Technical support and troubleshooting services included at no additional charge with 10-year warranty. Professional services for installation, configuration, and system integration available.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Utah Scientific designs and manufactures broadcast-grade video routing switchers and signal distribution hardware for hybrid SDI/IP environments. Its core offering is the UTAH-400 Series 2 family of modular routers (from 72x72 to 1056x1056) supporting SD/HD/3G/12G-SDI and SMPTE ST 2110 / ST 2022 IP, complemented by the UT100 UHD line, UDS compact routers, PassThrough SDI-to-IP conversion cards, On-Ramp gateways, MAXMUX multiplexers, NBOSS NMOS control software, the E.D.G.E. distributed routing platform, and router control systems/panels — all sold as enterprise capital equipment to broadcast, production, post-production, and pro-AV customers worldwide under a 10-year no-fee hardware warranty.

Product overview

Utah Scientific is a video routing and signal distribution company offering a comprehensive portfolio of hardware products for broadcast, production, post-production, and ProAV applications. The product lineup centers on the UTAH-400 Series 2 Router family (including Gateway Router variants) as the core hybrid SDI/IP routing platform, complemented by the UT100 UHD routers for single-link 12G-SDI 4K applications and UDS compact routers for smaller deployments. Key add-on modules include On-Ramp and PassThrough Cards for SDI-to-ST 2110 IP gateway functionality, NBOSS software for NMOS control layer management, MAXMUX for signal multiplexing, and UHD distribution amplifiers. The E.D.G.E. platform provides distributed scalable routing architecture. Control is managed through SC-4/SC-40/SC-400 systems with hardware and software panel options. All products are backed by the industry's only no-fee 10-year hardware warranty.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• UTAH-400 Series 2: Hybrid SDI/IP routing platform available in configurations from 72x72 to 1056x1056
• UT100
• UDS
• E.D.G.E.
• NBOSS
• PassThrough Card
• 10-Year Warranty

Products and services

• UTAH-400 Series 2 Gateway Router Ultimate hybrid SDI/IP routing solution where PassThrough cards simultaneously feed the SDI router matrix and produce SMPTE ST 2110/2022 IP copies on QSFP ports; eliminates external IP conversion gear, retains routable SDI backup, supported by a 10-year no-fee warranty.
• UTAH-400 Series 2 Router Family Modular hybrid SDI/IP routing platform providing a single platform for all signal formats (SD/HD/3G/12G SDI, optical fiber, IP), with frame sizes from 72x72 through 1056x1056, hot-swappable I/O cards, NMOS-compliant control, and a 10-year no-fee hardware warranty.
• UT400 72R Router 72x72 entry-frame UTAH-400 Series 2 router providing a single platform for SD/HD/3G/12G-SDI and IP signal routing for broadcast applications.
• UT400 144R Router 144x144 mid-frame UTAH-400 Series 2 router with scalable configuration for larger broadcast installations on a hybrid SDI/IP platform.
• UT400 288R Router 288x288 routing switcher offering a single platform for SD/HD/3G/12G SDI and IP signals, with optional redundant crosspoint and a fully loaded power draw of up to 650W.
• UT400 528R Router 528x528 large-frame UTAH-400 Series 2 router designed for enterprise-scale broadcast installations with hybrid SDI/IP support and modular I/O.
• UT400 1056XL Router Largest-capacity 1056x1056 UTAH-400 Series 2 router providing a single hybrid SDI/IP platform for the highest-density plant/master control environments.
• UT400 Utility Frame 2RU assembly housing UTAH-400 Series 2 input and output routing cards for compact routing applications that require the same architecture in a smaller footprint.
• UT100 UHD-288 Router Enterprise-class router — the industry's first to receive, route, and distribute a full range of SDI video signals over single-link interconnect — handling data rates from SD up to 2160p60; 10RU frame, 288x288 capacity, power consumption under 400W.
• UT100 UHD-144 Router 12G digital routing switcher handling SD to 2160p60 over single-link coax cabling, in a 4RU frame with 144x144 capacity and power consumption under 100W.
• UT100 UHD-32 Router 12G digital routing switcher supporting SDI video up to 2160p60 over a single-link interconnect in a compact 1RU frame with 32x32 capacity and under 30W power draw.
• UT100 UHD-160R Router 12G SDI single-link solution with redundant crosspoint cards for mission-critical applications where uptime is required.
• UT100 UDS-32 Router Compact router combining multi-rate digital switching flexibility with distribution-amplifier economy using modular I/O modules with 16 ports each, for smaller broadcast and ProAV installations.
• UT100 UDS-64 Router 4RU UDS router feeding 144 output ports with modular design allowing signal-format selection per port including analog video, fiber, coax, DVI, HDMI, and IP-encapsulated DVB-ASI.
• UT100 UDS-144 Router Economical 4RU UDS design enabling 144 output ports at a fraction of typical cost and power consumption, with individual signal assignment per output for compact broadcast and ProAV deployments.
• On-Ramp SDI-to-IP Gateway 1RU SDI-to-SMPTE ST 2110 gateway and processing engine with hot-swappable encap/de-encap cards and 16 SFP cages, enabling incremental IP migration with routable SDI backup of all signals via the E.D.G.E. distributed routing platform.
• PassThrough Input Card (PTI-400/12) Input card that converts SD/HD/3G SDI signals to SMPTE ST 2110-compliant IP streams and integrates directly into UTAH-400 Series 2 routers, unlocking IP capabilities without affecting core SDI operations.
• PassThrough Output Card (PTO-400/12) Output card providing bi-directional IP-to-SDI conversion that pairs with the PTI-400/12 input card inside UTAH-400 Series 2 routers for hybrid routing environments.
• NBOSS NMOS Orchestration Software Software-based NMOS control solution for managing NMOS-compliant devices in hybrid SDI/IP environments; built on AMWA NMOS standards with IS-04 discovery, IS-05 connection management, IS-09 system parameters, and IEEE 1588 PTP awareness; available Q4 2025.
• UT100 UDS DA Distribution Amplifier 1RU flexible and cost-effective distribution-amplifier package with 8 input and 32 assignable output ports and native web-server-based configuration.
• MAXMUX Multiplexing System Multiplexing system that combines up to 80 discrete 3G signals into a single uncompressed 12G or 6G data stream within a compact 2RU system for cost-effective fiber transport over CWDM.
• UHD DA 12G Configurable Distribution Amplifier Configurable distribution amplifier letting operators route 1.5G, 3G, or UHD signals within a 16x32 matrix with each output port assignable to any input port.
• SPG9000 Sync Generator Synchronization, timing, and reference test-signal generator for post-production and broadcast signal formats.
• UDS CP2 Control Panel Button control panel with 36 programmable buttons assignable to sources, destinations, salvos, and functions; three pages provide up to 108 configurable functions.
• UDS-XY Control Panel Full-matrix control panel with high-resolution display and scroll knob for quick source/destination selection, operating over a native web server via standard browser.
• UDS-GPIO Control Unit Universal GPIO unit extending router-controller operation to external devices via contact closures, with 16 inbound GPI and 16 outbound GPO supporting momentary or latching operation modes.
• WebPanel Soft Control Panel Browser-based soft-panel solution for PC and Mac with auto-populate feature for quick configuration of routing control.
• E.D.G.E. Distributed Routing Platform Equally Distributed Growth Environment platform allowing routing capacity to be distributed where needed with a compact footprint; nodes share the same design and connect through a network switch for highly scalable, unlimited-growth routing. Includes On-Ramp, MAXMUX, and UHD distribution-amplifier products.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 75% reduction in power consumption compared to competing routers (650W vs 2400W for 288x288 configuration)
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• AudinatecoreTechnology or Integration · 9 March 2026Native Dante audio I/O integration within Utah Scientific routers, eliminating need for external MADI-to-Dante conversion. Aligns with Dante-enabled mixers and consoles widely used in broadcast and AV environments, enabling high-channel-count audio routing over Ethernet.
• BitfocuscoreTechnology or Integration · 9 March 2026Seamless interoperability with Bitfocus Buttons facility-wide control platform through Bitfocus Connections Program. Utah Scientific routers can be switched and automated alongside other devices in hybrid SDI/IP production environments.
• SkaarhojcoreTechnology or Integration · 9 March 2026Skaarhoj AirFly Pro integration as streamlined and cost-effective desktop control alternative. Compact, affordable desktop control surface complements Utah Scientific's existing control solutions.
• AristacoreTechnology or Integration · 9 March 2026Arista switches anchor many large-scale ST 2110 deployments. Partner for IP infrastructure supporting Utah Scientific's hybrid SDI/IP routing solutions.
• NETGEARcoreTechnology or Integration · 9 March 2026NETGEAR M4350 switch family provides economical foundation for IP infrastructures with grandmaster and boundary-clock functionality, redundant power, and up to 100G bandwidth. NETGEAR's Engage Controller software simplifies AV-oriented configuration for ST 2110 buildouts.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Evertz Microsystems: Evertz is a Canadian-based global vendor of broadcast routing switchers, IP infrastructure and video processing equipment. It directly competes with Utah Scientific in large-scale SDI and hybrid SDI/IP routing for broadcasters, with a broader portfolio and larger international footprint.
• Grass Valley: Grass Valley (formerly Miranda) is a long-standing direct competitor in broadcast routing, switching and control, serving the same broadcast, production and live-event customers with IP-ready routing and processing platforms.
• Imagine Communications: Imagine Communications (spun from Harris Broadcast) sells routing, processing and playout platforms targeted at broadcasters transitioning from SDI to IP. It competes head-to-head with Utah Scientific in plant routing and hybrid SDI/IP deployments.
• Ross Video: Ross Video is a Canadian broadcast infrastructure vendor offering routing switchers alongside production switchers, graphics and robotics. Its Ultrix routing platform competes directly with Utah Scientific's UTAH-400 Series 2 in hybrid SDI/IP environments.
• AJA Video Systems: AJA makes compact video I/O, conversion and routing hardware used in broadcast, production and ProAV workflows. It is a smaller direct competitor focused on mini-converters and IP gateways that intersect with Utah Scientific's edge-device and gateway product lines.

Broad incumbents

• Blackmagic Design: Blackmagic Design is a broad video equipment incumbent offering routers, switchers, converters and cameras at aggressive price points. It overlaps with Utah Scientific in routing and signal conversion but competes primarily on cost rather than enterprise warranty or hybrid IP architecture.
• Harmonic: Harmonic provides video infrastructure for broadcast and streaming, including routing-adjacent playout, compression and contribution. As a broader incumbent, it competes for broadcast capex budgets that could otherwise go to Utah Scientific routing platforms.
• Sony Professional Solutions: Sony's professional division sells cameras, switchers, routing and IP infrastructure to broadcasters and live-event producers. It is a broad incumbent whose system-level offerings can displace best-of-breed routing specialists like Utah Scientific on enterprise deals.
• Vizrt Group: Vizrt Group (Vizrt, NewTek, NDI) supplies broadcast graphics, playout and live-production infrastructure. Its end-to-end playout stack is adjacent to Utah Scientific's routing and master control products, competing for the same broadcast capex wallet.

Emerging players

• TAG Video Systems: TAG provides software-based, IP-centric multiviewing and monitoring for ST 2110 environments. It is an emerging player whose software-centric approach overlaps with Utah Scientific's NBOSS and multiviewer offerings in IP-native broadcast workflows.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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