O-I Glass were looking to outsource their analytical support services as a result of internal changes. The analytical supports services was still a critical function for O-I as it ensured continued production of their quality glass products.
Owens Illinois Glass Case Study
Owens Illinois (O-I) is the world's largest container glass manufacturer with strategically placed centers of technical excellence around the globe
Challenge
Solution
Following demonstration of the HRL capabilities and previous experience with laboratory outsourcing, HRL was awarded the contract. HRL conducted a 3 month validation process to ensure continuity of results and past O-I data set. This would ensure continued control of the glass manufacturing process with existing O-I controls and systems.
Results
With the employment of key O-I laboratory staff and development of a close partnership with O-I technical staff, HRL was able to successfully provide a seamless transition of analytical support services to both O-I Australia/New Zealand and O-I internationally. A close working relationship with O-I allows for continuous improvement and maintenance of a high quality service which will support the help O-I succeed with its business endeavors.
