Founded in 1972 as the Giant Towel Company, Toledo-based Giant Pumps now manufactures high-pressure pumps, pump systems and related accessories for industrial and cleaning applications. The company began distributing German-made Speck pumps in the mid-1970s and later developed its own American-made lines, which it produces at its Toledo plant. Giant also builds custom pump units tailored to specific customer requirements and provides service for the pumps and accessories it sells.