Expert Coating Consultant

Specification Writing
On-site Inspection
Failure Analyses
Coating Assessments
Adhesion Testing
Training

About Glenn D. Hauser

Glenn Hauser is a U.S. Army veteran and former Combat Engineer with the 588th Engineer Battalion at Fort Polk, Louisiana. The values I developed in the military—precision, discipline, and mission-focused execution—have guided my work throughout my coatings career spanning more than 40 years.

I have served the industry in multiple capacities, including painter, paint foreman, contractor, business owner, and technical service professional. I spent over two decades in the Technical Service Department of a major paint manufacturer, where I led failure investigations, supervised compatibility testing, managed the technical service lab, and provided technical guidance for repair strategies.

For the past 20 years, I have conducted numerous coating failure analyses, helping clients navigate complex issues with practical, experience-driven solutions. My work is rooted in deep field knowledge and a commitment to doing things right the first time.

I'm an instructor for the AMPP Coating Inspector Program (CIP), where I help train the next generation of coating professionals. My diverse background gives me a unique perspective that bridges application, inspection, and technical support.

I'm an active member of the Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), serving as a voting member on several technical committees. I was also a long-time member of both NACE and SSPC before their merger in 2020 into AMPP.

In addition, I serve on the Material Performance Magazine Technical Advisory Board, the industry's leading publication.

With a career built on expertise, integrity, and service, Glenn D. Hauser remains a trusted and respected figure in the protective coatings field.

We Offer the Following Services

Coating Surveys

Overcoating Doesn’t Have to Be a Gamble
Overcoating can sometimes feel like rolling the dice, hoping the new coating system will properly adhere to the existing one. But it doesn’t have to be a guessing game.

A coating survey is a valuable tool to assess whether a structure is a good candidate for overcoating. At Glenn Hauser Consulting, we perform thorough, on-site coating surveys that take the uncertainty out of the process.

During the survey, we evaluate a variety of critical factors that help inform sound, data-driven recommendations, including:

Adhesion of the existing coating system
Chalking or degradation levels
Surface contaminants (salts, oils, moisture, etc.)
Presence of rust undercutting or delamination
Previous coating type and service history
Environmental exposure conditions
Access and application feasibility

Our goal is to help you make informed decisions that protect your assets, extend service life, and minimize costly failures. With decades of field and technical experience, we’ll help you approach your overcoating project with clarity and confidence. A visual and physical inspection of the existing condition of the coatings.

Adhesion Testing

Adhesion Testing You Can Rely On
There are many situations where adhesion testing is essential—from verifying compliance with a project specification to confirming the bond strength of a laminate or overcoat system.

At Glenn Hauser Consulting, we offer reliable, standards-based adhesion testing to support your coating assessment needs. Whether required by an owner, contractor, or specification, we can perform adhesion testing in accordance with the following ASTM standards:

ASTM D3359 – Standard Test Methods for Rating Adhesion by Tape Test
ASTM D4541 – Standard Test Method for Pull-Off Strength of Coatings Using Portable Adhesion Testers
ASTM D7234 – Standard Test Method for Pull-Off Adhesion Strength of Coatings on Concrete Using Portable Pull-Off Adhesion Testers

With decades of field and technical experience, we ensure testing is performed properly, documented accurately, and interpreted with the insight only hands-on expertise can provide.

On-Site Inspection

Experienced Oversight That Protects Your Coating Investment

Third-party inspectors play a critical role in coating projects, ensuring that surface preparation, application, and curing are performed precisely according to specification. Their oversight helps prevent costly errors, delays, and premature failures.

With over 40 years in the coatings industry, as an applicator, contractor, inspector, and over two decades in the Technical Service Department of a major coating manufacturer, I bring a broad, hands-on perspective to every project. As an AMPP Coating Inspection Program instructor, I’ve also trained professionals in what it takes to do the job right.

We have the expertise to help keep your project on track and ensure it’s completed to the highest standards.

Specifications Writing

Clear, Complete Coating Specifications—Done Right

Specifications are among the most critical documents in any coating project. Unfortunately, they are often incomplete, unclear, or inconsistent—leading to confusion, costly delays, or even coating failures.

I can help you develop clear, detailed, and accurate specifications that eliminate ambiguity and ensure every stakeholder is aligned from start to finish. Let’s prevent problems before they start.

Failure Investigations

Understanding Coating Failures—And Solving Them

Coating failures can and do happen—sometimes without a clear cause. With over 20 years of experience conducting in-depth failure investigations and training others in the process, I’ve seen firsthand how critical it is to uncover the root cause quickly and accurately.

Whether your failure is straightforward or complex, we have the expertise to guide a thorough investigation and help you determine exactly what went wrong—and how to prevent it in the future.