» Culligan History

1921 Emmett Culligan builds a homemade water softener using two coffee cans and zeolite sand.

1936 Culligan opens in Northbrook, Illinois.

Culligan introduces the portable exchange (PE) water softener by innovating lightweight tanks and carts.

The government asks Culligan to produce silica gel, used to dehumidify moisture sensitive equipment.

The “Hey, Culligan Man” concept is conceived.

The International convention was held in Berlin and welcomed 250 delegates from 19 countries.

Culligan introduces the first mass-produced reverse osmosis water treatment system.

Culligan celebrates 50 years in business.

Culligan made its move into bottled water for home and office, adding bottle delivery for customers.

The Gold softener sets new efficiency standards and becomes Culligan’s highest volume softener.

The Aqua Cleer RO has more than 100 configurations that allow customization for most water conditions.

Culligan releases the the Culligan® HE, the World’s most efficient water softener.

The ClearLink PRO:tm: is Culligan’s newest reverse osmosis water system accessory that works to get you cleaner, better-tasting drinking water at the touch of a button.

The high-quality water you want with the space-saving design your home needs.

Uses a technology that naturally conditions water and minimizes scaling without the need for backflushing or salt.