About Corning Incorporated
Corning Incorporated is a global leader in materials science, specializing in innovative products across multiple industries. The company operates in the United States and internationally, focusing on five key business segments.
Business Segments
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Optical Communications
Provides optical fibers, cables, and hardware for telecommunications, including cable assemblies, connectors, and network accessories.
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Display Technologies
Manufactures glass substrates for flat panel displays used in TVs, computers, tablets, and mobile devices.
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Specialty Materials
Produces advanced glass, ceramics, and precision instruments for electronics, aerospace, defense, and telecommunications.
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Environmental Technologies
Offers ceramic substrates and filters for emissions control in automotive and industrial applications.
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Life Sciences
Supplies laboratory consumables, glassware, and equipment under well-known brands like Corning, Pyrex, and Falcon.
Company Background
Founded in 1851 and headquartered in Corning, New York, the company was originally named Corning Glass Works before rebranding as Corning Incorporated in 1989.