A Unified Voice for a Thriving Glass Industry
GMIC connects, supports, and inspires the world’s leading glass producers, suppliers, and researchers.
We serve our members through government and trade advocacy, the promotion of glass usage, the coordination of technical initiatives, education and training, workforce development, and the facilitation of new ways to meet sustainability demands. We do for you what you can’t do alone.
GMIC members include glass melting companies, glass product suppliers (material, equipment, technology, and services), laboratories, colleges and universities, glass users, industry consultants, and individuals. We connect all segments of glass manufacturing including container, flat, fiber, and specialty.
In addition to the support of a proactive national trade association, GMIC members receive industry communications, conference fee discounts, courses and symposia, supplier and customer referrals, and much more.
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Member Spotlight
Corning is a leader in materials science, driving innovation across multiple industries. With a strong commitment to research and development, Corning delivers breakthrough solutions in life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display technology, and automotive markets.
Through advanced glass technologies, their dedication to purposeful invention continues to shape the way the world interacts, works, and lives.
2026 Glass Problems Conference and Symposium
Presented by GMIC, the 87th anniversary Glass Problems Conference will be held from Sept. 14-16 in Toledo, Ohio, followed by the GMIC/GlassTrend Symposium on September 17.
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Student Abstract Submissions Now Open for the 87th Glass Problems Conference
Student abstract submissions are now open for the 87th Glass Problems Conference, taking place in Toledo, Ohio. This year’s GPC will include a Student Poster Session, giving students the opportunity to present their work to glass industry professionals, researchers, manufacturers,…
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The Glass Behind American Innovation
At one point in the early automobile era, an estimated 33% to 65% of accident injuries were caused by flying glass. Today, the windshield in front of a driver is designed to crack while remaining largely intact. That transformation captures…
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What are the biggest challenges facing glass manufacturers today?
Glass is part of daily life; it keeps our food and medicine safe, powers solar panels and insulates buildings. Yet this ubiquitous material comes with a hefty energy and environmental bill. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, the industrial…
In our ongoing representation of the glass industry, the Glass Manufacturing Industry Council (GMIC) advocates for both the specific needs of our members and the wide-ranging benefits of glass. Get in touch and see what we can do for you.
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