Materials Expertise for Glass, Ceramics and Raw Materials

Development, Testing and Analysis for Industrial Applications For more than 40 years, the Research Institute for Glass – Ceramics (FGK) has been supporting companies in the glass, ceramics and industrial minerals industries with advanced expertise in materials development, testing and analytical characterization. With state-of-the-art process technology, an accredited testing laboratory and comprehensive materials science expertise, we support our clients along the entire value chain – from raw material characterization and ceramic materials testing to glass analysis and process optimization for industrial production. Our services help companies to: • develop innovative ceramic materials and components • analyze and evaluate material properties and microstructures • optimize manufacturing and processing technologies • ensure the long-term quality and reliability of glass and ceramic products Discover FGK in our corporate video.

Our service portfolio provides a detailed overview of our capabilities in materials testing, material analysis and applied research for ceramics and glass technologies.

It includes: • standardized and customized testing procedures for glass, ceramics and raw materials • advanced materials characterization methods • innovation and development projects for next‒generation ceramic technologies • the technical capabilities of our laboratories, pilot facilities and process equipment