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Celebrating 120 Years of Innovation: The Haws® Story
Sparks, Nevada — In 2026, Haws Corporation proudly celebrates 120 years of delivering hydration and emergency response solutions that make a difference worldwide. From a single idea in 1906 to becoming a global leader in safety and hydration, Haws has remained committed to one guiding principle: innovation with purpose. This anniversary is more than a […]
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Celebrating Chuck Gruber’s Retirement and Legacy of Leadership
As Chuck prepares to embark on the next exciting chapter—retirement—we take a moment to honor an extraordinary career that has shaped our company and inspired countless colleagues. Chuck’s leadership, vision, and dedication have left an indelible mark on our organization, and we are deeply grateful for the contributions that have helped position us for continued […]
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Hot or Cold? The Modern Basics of Tempered Water for Emergency Showers and Eyewashes
Why Proper Water Temperature Is Essential for Workplace Safety Workplace safety is non-negotiable, especially when it comes to emergency showers and eyewash stations. But did you know that the temperature of the water they provide can mean the difference between effective first aid and further injury? Tempered water has become the gold standard for these […]
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News and Events
AXION Advantage™: New Product of the Year
2013 and 2014 have been great years as we launched various products including the Model 1900 Bottle Filler, the 9400 Steam Water Heat Exchanger, and the AXION Advantage™ System which have all received strong recognition within the industry. The AXION Advantage™ system offers health and safety professionals a medically superior response for upgrading existing emergency eyewash and shower […]
News and Events
Throwback Thursday: Our Early Beginnings
Since the invention of the drinking fountain in 1906, Haws® has aimed to re-define expectations. Having been around for over 100 years, Haws has a rich history filled with eminent events that have shaped who we are as a company today. We have included some of our favorite photos of yesteryear to give a glimpse of Haws‘ […]
Safety
Make October Your Home Eye Safety Awareness Month
When working around the house, it can be a common mistake to not wear proper eye protective gear while working with welding or manual tools. Last year in the United States, 94,000 adults and children were treated for eye-related injuries resulting in activities from home. Prevent Blindness® has published a list of the top most common […]
News and Events
#FBF: Haws® Drinking Fountain Filmed and Featured On How It’s Made
Back in 2011, the Discovery Channel sent a film crew to Haws to record a segment for their How It’s Made documentary television series on the making of a Drinking Fountain. The episode featured the Haws concrete pedestal Drinking Fountain, model 3060, and several talented Haws employees. The segment on Haws Drinking Fountains aired on […]
ANSI Z358.1 | Safety
Helping avoid unnecessary OSHA fines
In June of this year, an insulation plant in Phenix City, Alabama was fined $27,500 by OSHA solely for not having a sufficient place, such as a wash station or shower, to flush fluids from the body in an emergency. In this case, the plant had been cited previously, which resulted in the large fines they […]
Safety
Top Ten OSHA Violations: 2012 vs. 2014
A list of the “OSHA Top Ten Violations for 2014” has been released along with links to valuable resources to help your facility stay on top of safety in the workplace. We compared the results from 2012 and 2014 to create a visual representation of how far accidents in the workplace have come during the […]
News and Events | Safety
Look for Haws® on Autodesk®
The Haws® team is excited to announce that we are now on Autodesk® Seek®. A program designed to provide detailed Revit® Files on our products, Autodesk® Seek® will help contractors, architects, and engineers gain valuable insight of how our products will fit into their projects. Autodesk® Seek® allows design professionals to search for specific product design files in […]
Hydration
Helping O2X Go Bottled Water Free
O2X Summit Challenges, a series of eco-friendly mountain races, has a mission to return the world of outdoor fitness to its roots. The courses are designed to push runners’ strength and spirit to help achieve new heights. In the end, you’ll have a new appreciation for our planet and your ability to meet its needs. At […]
Safety
Flashback Friday: We were there, were you?
That’s a wrap! We had a great year of tradeshows in 2014 from NSC in San Diego to ASSE in Orlando, we are pleased with the level of exposure our new and existing products received. We look forward to an even better year in 2015! Now, let’s flashback to the two most recent shows in 2014: […]
ANSI Z358.1 | Safety
Exceeding ANSI Standards: Color Coding
Does your facility use the proper universal color coding to alert potential danger? As referenced in a recent Haws® White Paper, Emergency Response Best Practices: Exceeding the ANSI Z358.1 Standard, OSHA enforces that potential danger must be made obvious to give attention to the risk of potential danger. Color coding creates a universal language to […]
News and Events
Haws Awarded the 2014 Family Owned Business Award
Family-owned businesses are the backbone of Nevada’s economy and this year we were nominated for the Nevada Business Magazine’s 2014 Family-Owned Business Award in “The More the Merrier” category. With several hundred entries, a nomination in itself is cause for celebration but on May 15th, we were notified they were one of the winners of this […]
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Haws® Welcomes New Team Members and Announces Internal Promotions
We are pleased to announce several additional team members as well as internal promotions within various company departments. These additions are in support of our continued success in the emergency equipment and hydration industries. New Team Members Include: Hollie Tracy-Ochoa- Executive Assistant for Sales and Marketing Hollie joins Haws with many years of administrative and office support […]
