In 1989 Waterway introduced the fire service to a new concept in fire hose testing... outsourcing. The idea of providing fire departments with an alternative to in house testing was a bold concept to say the least. Realizing that the annual NFPA required test was a time consuming, labor intensive task that was also dangerous to fire personnel, fire departments quickly saw the value in this service. As a result growth has been steady and continuous as more departments join the increasing number of Waterway customers.

Encouraged by this continued growth the company decided to broaden its horizons. With the addition of experienced investment partners a new and exciting venture was created. With the vision to expand across the U.S. Waterway began the process of creating franchise oppotunities.

As a result Waterway now has franchises up and down the East Coast and the Mid West owned by fire-fighters who can carry out fire hose and, in most cases,ladder testing to the same high ISO standards as the parent company.

Importantly, these owner operated franchises are 'local' in over nine States and 'convenient' in five more.

With over 20 years experience as well as millions of feet of hose tested, Waterway continues to develop and refine tools and equipment that make the job more efficient and safer for hose testing crews.