Founded in 1922 and headquartered in Graz, Austria, Anton Paar develops and produces highly accurate laboratory instruments and process measuring systems. The company also provides custom-tailored automation and robotic solutions. Its work spans technical domains including the measurement of density, concentration, and CO₂, as well as rheometry and high-precision production. Anton Paar's instruments serve industries such as pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, chemicals, and academic research.
The company employs over 4,400 people and maintains a global footprint with six producing subsidiaries and 40 sales subsidiaries worldwide. Anton Paar invests approximately 14.5 percent of its turnover in research and development, reflecting a sustained commitment to advancing measurement science and cutting-edge measuring principles.
Anton Paar is owned by the charitable Santner Foundation, a structure that provides long-term stability and independence. This ownership model supports the company's focus on precision instrumentation and its ability to pursue technical development over extended time horizons.
