Haws® Celebrates 120 Years of Innovation, Advancing Global Hydration and Safety Solutions
Sparks, Nev. — 2026 — Haws Corporation is proud to celebrate 120 years of delivering innovative hydration and emergency response solutions that improve health and safety worldwide. Since its founding in 1906, Haws has remained committed to one guiding principle: innovation with purpose.
What began as a single idea has grown into a global legacy. Founder Luther Haws was inspired after seeing schoolchildren sharing a common drinking cup—a practice that posed serious health risks. In response, he created the world’s first sanitary drinking fountain from a brass bedpost, laying the foundation for what would become Haws Corporation.
Building on that early innovation, Haws expanded its product offerings in the 1950s to include emergency drench showers and eyewashes, after recognizing the need for improved industrial safety solutions. This pivotal moment established Haws as a leader in both hydration and emergency response equipment.

Over the decades, Haws has evolved from a small California manufacturer into a global organization serving customers in more than 80 countries. Today, the company is headquartered in Sparks, Nevada, with a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility and a worldwide presence that includes offices in Switzerland, Singapore, Brazil, India, and Germany.
“This anniversary represents more than a milestone—it reflects the trust our customers place in us, the dedication of our employees, and the vision that continues to drive our innovation,” said Haws leadership. “As we celebrate 120 years, we remain focused on shaping the future of hydration and safety.”
Looking ahead, Haws is committed to advancing solutions that support healthier, safer environments through continued innovation, sustainability, and accessibility.
To learn more about Haws and explore its 120-year history, visit www.hawsco.com.

About Haws®
For 120 years, Haws has been dedicated to improving the health and safety of people worldwide through customer-driven hydration, safety, and tempering solutions. With more than 8,000 distribution locations and 250 employees globally, Haws continues to deliver quality, reliability, and complete solution support. Headquartered in Sparks, Nevada, Haws serves customers around the world.