Hanson Research introduced the first six-flask dissolution tester in 1969, and the first automated dissolution test system in 1975. The company is a world leader in dissolution test technology for the pharmaceutical industry. Founded in California in 1951, the company designs, manufactures, installs and services equipment for pharmaceutical research and quality control. Hanson Research supports customers throughout the United States and abroad in more than 75 countries. The company manufactures quality assurance test equipment for the pharmaceutical, biotech and life sciences industries. Customer applications include drug discovery, research and development, formulations, release rate testing, stability and quality control. Hanson Research s equipment is installed at pharmaceutical manufacturers, contract laboratories, regulatory agencies and universities.