Finnish technology companies Media Tailor and SPX Graphics have joined forces to help media organisations adopt the latest version of HTML graphics as easily and cost-effectively as possible.
The companies are working together on sales, customer project delivery, and technical support for the European Broadcasting Union’s new OGraf standard, which is expected to be officially released next month.
The OGraf standard has been driven by the EBU HTML Graphics group. It focuses on a modular approach enabling integration into existing packages and allowing graphics to be seamlessly rendered on digital platforms, traditional broadcasts, web streams, video editing tools and more.
SPX Graphics has been an active member of the EBU’s working group from the beginning and has contributed directly to the standard’s development.
“The purpose of the standard is to enable manufacturers to create compatible HTML-based systems, thereby promoting the use of modern and agile HTML graphics across various productions and environments, such as newsrooms, playout systems, and sports broadcasting. With this partnership, we’re positioned to help the industry through this transition in the best possible way,” said Tuomo Kulomaa, CEO of SPX Graphics.
SPX Graphics’ OGraf-compatible solution includes a built-in server for hosting OGraf assets, a browser-based interface for managing and controlling graphics playout, and the capability to simultaneously produce up to 20 OGraf graphics across multiple outputs, said the company.
“With EBU’s work, we’ll now have common rules and clear guidance for HTML graphics. This will significantly simplify implementation for broadcasters. Partnering with SPX Graphics ensures that our customers are equipped with solutions that fully comply with EBU’s direction while unlocking the full potential of HTML graphics,” added Markus Paul, COO of Media Tailor Group.
