NVT Phybridge
NVT Phybridge is a Canadian designer and channel-sold manufacturer of long-reach Power over Ethernet switches and extenders that run Ethernet and PoE over existing coax and UTP cabling. It sells to enterprises, governments, and institutions in education, healthcare, transportation, and security markets globally.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2016
- HeadquartersOakville, Canada
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What NVT Phybridge does
NVT Phybridge (operating as Phybridge Inc.) is a privately held Canadian company headquartered in Oakville, Ontario that designs and sells long-reach Power over Ethernet (PoE) switches and extenders under the award-winning CHARIoT brand. The company's core technology carries Ethernet and PoE++ (up to 50W per port) over existing cabling infrastructure—coaxial cable (up to 6,000ft / 1,830m), single-pair UTP (up to 1,200ft / 365m), and multi-pair UTP (up to 2,000ft / 610m)—delivering 4x to 24x the reach of standard Ethernet switches. The portfolio is organized into the FLEX, CLEER, and PoLRE switch families plus the 1701+ extender and 1801 TBus media converters; legacy analog CCTV/video-over-UTP products are still maintained. All IP products are manufactured in North America and are TAA- and NDAA-compliant, qualifying them for US federal and defense procurement.
The company sells almost exclusively through a certified partner channel—value-added resellers, system integrators, and distributors—supplemented by enterprise field sales, inside-sales support, and a partner portal that handles deal registration and project protection. Revenue is generated primarily through one-time hardware sales plus a recurring Maintenance Plan (annual subscription including hardware/software assurance, 4-hour response, technical support, advanced exchange, and access to the CCMT configuration tool). Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed.
NVT targets eleven primary verticals—Education, Government, Healthcare, Hospitality, Manufacturing, Retail, Transportation, Corrections, Financial Services, Non-Profit, and Distributed Enterprise—with a globally distributed customer base described as "hundreds of thousands" and named enterprise references including Toronto Transit Commission, BASF, Hitachi Rail, Kansai Airport, McKinney Independent School District, Blanchard Valley Health System, Customs and Border Protection, the Colombian Army, Norwegian Cruise Line, and GNP/Liverpool in Mexico. Strategic interoperability partnerships span UC vendors (Cisco, Avaya, Mitel, NEC, Poly/HP Poly, Yealink, RingCentral) and security vendors (Axis, Bosch, Hikvision, Avigilon, Milestone, Verkada); the firm also publishes an active tradeshow/webinar/event calendar and a YouTube training hub. The company was founded by Oliver Emmanuel and is reported to operate with 11–50 employees.
NVT Phybridge firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- NVT Phybridge
- Legal name
- Phybridge Inc.
- Website
- https://nvtphybridge.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2016
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- NVT Phybridge is a Canadian designer and channel-sold manufacturer of long-reach Power over Ethernet switches and extenders that run Ethernet and PoE over existing coax and UTP cabling. It sells to enterprises, governments, and institutions in education, healthcare, transportation, and security markets globally.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
NVT Phybridge industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Network Infrastructure Hardware (Long-Reach Power over Ethernet)
- NAICS
- Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing (33429)
- SIC
- Computer Communications Equipment (3576)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Power over Ethernet (PoE) Switching (HDAFAAAI)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Industrial PoE Switching (PoE/PoE+/PoE++) (HDAFAJAC), Industrial Ethernet Media Conversion & Extenders (Copper/Fiber/SFP) (HDAFAJAG), Unmanaged Industrial Ethernet Switches (HDAFAJAB)
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Where NVT Phybridge is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Oakville
- HQ country
- Canada
- HQ region
- North America
Offices2 records
Markets served
NVT Phybridge business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Hardware Sales - PoE Switches: Sale of long-reach PoE switches and extenders including CHARIoT product families (FLEX, CLEER, PoLRE) and 1701+/1801 series
- Professional Services: Installation services, project registration, and implementation support through certified partners
- Maintenance and Support Contracts: Extended warranty and maintenance plans providing hardware assurance, software assurance, technical support (4AM-8PM EST), 4-hour response times, and advanced exchange options
- Extended Warranty: Extended warranty part numbers available for additional coverage beyond standard warranty period
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| One time/ perpetual license | Multi-year contract | Standard Warranty Coverage |
| Subscription | Annual | Extended Maintenance Plan |
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels7 records
NVT Phybridge product offering
Product offeringCore offering
NVT Phybridge designs, manufactures, and sells the CHARIoT series of long-reach Power over Ethernet (PoE) switches, media converters, and extenders that deliver Ethernet connectivity and up to 50W PoE++ power over existing coaxial, single-pair UTP, multi-pair UTP, and 2-wire cabling at distances of up to 6,000ft (coax) and 8,000ft (1701+ extender) — 4x to 24x the reach of standard Ethernet switches. The portfolio includes the FLEX, CLEER, and PoLRE families plus 1701+ and 1801 Series products, all manufactured in North America under TAA and NDAA compliance, and is sold exclusively through certified channel partners to enterprise and government customers migrating to IP endpoints without rip-and-replace infrastructure projects.
Product overview
NVT Phybridge is a global leader in Power over Ethernet (PoE) innovations, offering the award-winning CHARIoT series of long-reach PoE switches and extenders that enable organizations to deploy IP and IoT devices over existing cabling infrastructure at distances 4x to 24x greater than standard Ethernet switches. The product portfolio is organized into three main IP product families: FLEX Family (for Multi-Pair UTP, up to 2,000ft/610m reach), CLEER Family (for Coax, up to 6,000ft/1,830m reach), and PoLRE Family (for Single-Pair UTP, up to 1,200ft/365m reach), plus the 1701+ Extender Solution (for Coax/Single-Pair UTP/2-Wire, up to 8,000ft/2.4km reach) and the 1801 Series TBus products. The company also offers legacy Analog Products for hybrid CCTV, audio/video, and power/video/data transmission. Services include product warranty registration, project registration, maintenance plans, installation support, and training. All IP products are manufactured in North America and are TAA and NDAA compliant.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- CHARIoT: Award-winning series of long-reach Power over Ethernet switches and extenders enabling IP deployments over existing cabling infrastructure.
- CLEER
- FLEX
- PoLRE
Products and services
- CHARIoT FLEX Family (Multi-Pair UTP Long-Reach PoE Switches and Extenders) Award-winning family of managed and unmanaged PoE switches and base extenders delivering Ethernet and PoE over Multi-Pair UTP cabling with up to 2,000ft (610m) reach, designed for enterprise IP modernization over existing in-wall wiring.
- FLEX24-10G 24-port 10 Gigabit PoE switch delivering up to 50 Watts of power (PoE++) and 10/100/1000 Mbps symmetrical full-duplex connectivity over 2- or 4-pair UTP cabling with up to 2,000ft (610m) reach.
- FLEX8 8-port unmanaged switch delivering Fast Ethernet and PoE over Multi-Pair UTP with up to 2,000ft (610m) reach when paired with FLEX adapters.
- FLEX-Base Extender Extender solution designed to supercharge downlink ports of standard Ethernet switches, delivering 10/100 Mbps symmetrical full-duplex and PoE over Multi-Pair UTP with distances up to 2,000ft (610m).
- CHARIoT CLEER Family (Coax Long-Reach PoE Switches and Extenders) Family of Layer 3 managed switches, unmanaged switches, and base extenders delivering Ethernet and PoE over existing coaxial cable infrastructure up to 6,000ft (1,830m) — 18x the reach of standard Ethernet switches.
- CLEER24-10G 24-port Layer 3 enterprise-grade switch designed for IP/IoT deployments over coax cabling, delivering up to 50W PoE++ and 10/100 Mbps symmetrical full-duplex over coax with up to 6,000ft (1,830m) reach.
- EC10 10-port unmanaged switch delivering Fast Ethernet and PoE over Coax with up to 3,000ft (915m) reach when paired with EC adapters.
- EC-Base Extender Extender solution designed to supercharge downlink ports of standard Ethernet switches, delivering 10/100 Mbps symmetrical full-duplex and PoE over coax with distances up to 6,000ft (1,830m).
- CHARIoT PoLRE Family (Single-Pair UTP Long-Reach PoE Switches) Family of managed and unmanaged PoE switches delivering Ethernet and PoE over Single-Pair UTP cabling up to 1,200ft (365m) — 4x the reach of standard Ethernet switches.
- PoLRE24/48 24- or 48-port managed switch delivering Fast Ethernet and PoE over Single-Pair UTP with up to 1,200ft (365m) reach when paired with PhyLink adapters.
- PoLRE LPC 8-port unmanaged switch delivering Fast Ethernet and PoE over Single-Pair UTP with up to 1,200ft (365m) reach when paired with PhyLink adapters.
- 1701+ Extender Ethernet and PoE extender solution for Coax, Single-Pair UTP, or 2-Wire cabling infrastructures, extending PoE connectivity up to 8,000ft (2.4km) on RG6 — 24x the reach of standard Ethernet switches.
- 1701+ Base Extender Extender solution designed to supercharge downlink ports of standard Ethernet switches, delivering up to 420 Mbps and PoE+ over Coax, Single-Pair UTP, or 2-Wire infrastructures with reach up to 8,000ft (2.4km) on RG6.
- NV-EC1701U Compact Media Converter (Eo2) Compact media converter (Eo2) that allows 10/100 BaseT Ethernet and PoE or PoE+ power to be transmitted using 18/2 or similar 2-wire cabling for legacy installations upgrading to IP devices.
- 1801 Series (TBus) — Compact PoE+ Media Converters Compact bus-architected media converters delivering 10/100 BaseT Ethernet and PoE+ power via coax, UTP, 2-Wire, or Shielded Twisted Pair cable; includes single-port transmitters (NV-ET1801), four-port transmitters (NV-ET1804), and four-port receivers (NV-ER1804).
- Analog Products — Power, Video + Data (PVD) Transmitters Hybrid CCTV video transmission products with RJ45 connectivity featuring power, video, and telemetry data transmission over UTP wire, compatible with 568B premise wiring standards and designed for hybrid upgrade paths to all-digital solutions.
- Analog Products — CCTV Video Transmission (Active and Passive) CCTV video transmission products featuring DigitalEQ and StubEQ active receiver hubs and passive transceivers for video transmission over UTP cable, supporting monochrome or color video at distances up to 1 mile (1.6km).
- Analog Products — Audio and Video Transmission Video and audio transmission products allowing real-time color video and audio over Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cable on structured cabling systems, including passive and amplified transceivers for distance learning and prison visitation applications.
- Maintenance Plan (Hardware and Software Assurance, Technical Support) Comprehensive annual maintenance plan including hardware and software assurance, access to technical support specialists from 4:00 AM to 8:00 PM EST, 4-hour response time, advanced hardware exchange options, and access to the CHARIoT Configuration and Management Tool (CCMT).
- Product Warranty Registration and Extended Warranty Product warranty registration service that activates warranty, accelerates future support cases, ensures access to firmware updates, and provides coverage validation for NVT Phybridge switches and extenders, plus extended warranty part numbers for additional coverage beyond standard warranty.
- Project Registration Service for Channel Partners Partner service providing deal protection and pricing advantages by registering projects through the partner portal, supporting sales planning and opportunity alignment.
- Online Technical Training Course Online technical training course for partners and customers covering NVT Phybridge products and deployment best practices.
- CHARIoT Configuration and Management Tool (CCMT) Configuration and management tool for CHARIoT managed switches, enabling network administrators to configure and manage NVT Phybridge managed switches from a central interface; available to maintenance-plan subscribers.
Quantifiable outcome
- 4-6x longer reach than standard Ethernet switches (up to 6,000ft/1,830m over coax)
- +4 more outcomes
Companies that use NVT Phybridge
Customer profileNamed customers15 records
Segments11 records
Ideal customer profiles9 records
NVT Phybridge technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration35 records
Feature8 records
NVT Phybridge partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core.
- HP PolycoreStrategic technology partnership involving successful interoperability testing between NVT Phybridge's Power over Ethernet (PoE) switches and HP Poly's IP telephony endpoints. Enables seamless and reliable IP telephony deployments without replacing existing infrastructure. Partnership enables HP Poly's global reseller ecosystem with bundled solutions and streamlined procurement options. One multinational chemical manufacturer saved over $750,000 using the combined solution.
- CiscocoreTechnology partnership for interoperability with Cisco collaboration and networking solutions. World's leading technology provider powering the Internet.
- Poly (HP Poly)coreCollaboration solutions partner combining audio expertise with video and conferencing capabilities for modern workspaces.
- AvayacoreCloud communications and multi-cloud application ecosystem partner for personalized customer and employee experiences.
- MitelcoreGlobal market leader in business communications powering over two billion business connections worldwide.
- NECcoreIntegration of IT and network technologies, promoting safety, security, fairness and efficiency for sustainable world.
- Axis CommunicationscoreIndustry leader in network video with products and services for video surveillance, analytics, and access control.
- BoschcoreLeading IoT provider offering innovative solutions for smart homes, Industry 4.0, and connected mobility.
- HikvisioncoreGlobal leader in integrated security and digitalization with cutting-edge AI and machine perception technologies.
- AvigiloncoreMotorola Solutions company specializing in video analytics, network video management, and access control.
Scale indicators3 records
Recent moves5 records
Expansion highlights5 records
NVT Phybridge competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Veracity (Veracity UK): Veracity is a UK-based specialist in long-reach Ethernet and PoE extension solutions (e.g., OUTREACH/PoE extenders over coax/twisted pair). Most directly comparable to NVT Phybridge on proprietary long-reach PoE technology serving enterprise retrofits.
- Transition Networks: Transition Networks manufactures media converters, Ethernet extenders, and PoE switches bridging copper and fiber infrastructures. Overlaps directly with NVT Phybridge's media conversion and PoE switching portfolio for enterprise network modernization.
- Antaira Technologies: Antaira specializes in industrial-grade PoE switches, media converters, and serial-to-Ethernet solutions for harsh environments. Direct peer in industrial PoE switching for IP surveillance and IoT deployments.
- Comnet (Communication Networks): Comnet manufactures fiber-optic and Ethernet networking products including PoE switches and media converters for security, ITS, and industrial applications. Directly comparable to NVT Phybridge's PoE/media conversion portfolio.
- Planet Technology USA: Planet Technology produces industrial and enterprise PoE switches, media converters, and Ethernet extenders. Directly competes in the same IP migration and long-reach PoE switch category as NVT Phybridge.
Broad incumbents
- Altronix: Altronix is a larger established manufacturer of power supplies, PoE solutions, and surge protection for security/surveillance. Competes in PoE switching but from a broader power-infrastructure portfolio perspective; not focused on long-reach over coax/UTP.
- Advantech: Advantech is a large industrial IoT and networking vendor offering industrial PoE switches and managed Ethernet platforms across factory automation and transportation. Comparable industrial PoE switching portfolio but at vastly greater scale and breadth.
- Phoenix Contact: Phoenix Contact is a major industrial connectivity and automation vendor producing Ethernet switches, PoE components, and infrastructure for harsh-environment networking. Adjacent in industrial PoE but as part of a much larger industrial automation portfolio.
- Ubiquiti Networks: Ubiquiti offers PoE switches (USW, US series) and a broad prosumer/SMB networking portfolio. Comparable in PoE switching category but does not address NVT's long-reach/legacy-cabling differentiation.
Others
- Axis Communications: Axis is a leading network video/camera vendor that consumes PoE infrastructure as a complement to NVT's switches. Listed as a verified NVT interoperability partner — represents an ecosystem participant rather than direct competitor.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat6 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Trust signalCompliance2 records
NVT Phybridge financial estimates
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Valuation estimate
NVT Phybridge leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
NVT Phybridge funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
NVT Phybridge M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Frequently asked questions about NVT Phybridge
What does NVT Phybridge do?
NVT Phybridge designs, manufactures, and sells the CHARIoT series of long-reach Power over Ethernet (PoE) switches, media converters, and extenders that deliver Ethernet connectivity and up to 50W PoE++ power over existing coaxial, single-pair UTP, multi-pair UTP, and 2-wire cabling at distances of up to 6,000ft (coax) and 8,000ft (1701+ extender) — 4x to 24x the reach of standard Ethernet switches. The portfolio includes the FLEX, CLEER, and PoLRE families plus 1701+ and 1801 Series products, all manufactured in North America under TAA and NDAA compliance, and is sold exclusively through certified channel partners to enterprise and government customers migrating to IP endpoints without rip-and-replace infrastructure projects.
Is NVT Phybridge a public or private company?
NVT Phybridge is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was NVT Phybridge founded?
NVT Phybridge was founded in 2016. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is NVT Phybridge based?
NVT Phybridge is headquartered in Oakville, Canada, in the North America region.
How does NVT Phybridge make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Hardware Sales - PoE Switches are the primary driver. The others are professional Services, maintenance and Support Contracts and extended Warranty.
Who are NVT Phybridge's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Veracity (Veracity UK), Transition Networks, Antaira Technologies, Comnet (Communication Networks) and Planet Technology USA. Broad incumbents are Altronix, Advantech, Phoenix Contact and Ubiquiti Networks. Axis Communications is listed as an others.
Does NVT Phybridge have an API?
No public API is recorded for NVT Phybridge.
What industry is NVT Phybridge in?
NVT Phybridge's product category is Network Infrastructure Hardware (Long-Reach Power over Ethernet). Its primary akta.pro industry code is HDAFAAAI, Power over Ethernet (PoE) Switching, with a secondary code of HDAFAJAC, Industrial PoE Switching (PoE/PoE+/PoE++). Its NAICS code is 33429 and its SIC code is 3576.