American Glass Research is a full service independent research and testing laboratory with expertise in testing, design analysis, analytical testing, consulting, training, inspection, product liability and auditing for the glass container industry.
Glass Testing
We serve both glass manufacturers and fillers encompassing food, beverage, tableware, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical industries.
Glass Analysis
We are an ISO accredited laboratory. Our services include: Glass Composition, Raw Material and Stone Analysis, plus USP/EP, Heavy Metal, Annealing & Tempering, Coatings and Contamination Testing.
Glass Training
Open enrollment and private in-person and online Glass Training Seminars on a wide range of glass topics to increase workforce knowledge.
Upcoming Training Events
At American Glass Research we offer a number of both in-person and online seminars.
Latest News
Lake Ammersee, Germany is the site for our two open enrollment Training Seminars coming up in September:
- Fracture 3: Master Class Sep. 3-6
- Fracture 1: Testing & Breakage Diagnosis Sep. 9-11
Defect of the Month
Although glass is valued for its purity and chemical inertness, certain conditions can foster interactions between a container and the product.