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What’s the Difference Between Our Minibars? At SWS Warning Lights we offer several different professional-grade minibars. To help you decide which one is best for your vehicle, we thought we would break down each one so you can compare them and match them to your specific needs. Let’s start by going over our selection of Low Profile Minibars. Low Profile Minibars […] 5 Methods to Maximize Focus and Productivity In a world of constant connection, stimulation, and notifications, staying focused can feel impossible at times. Every time your mind wanders at work, you waste more energy and time trying to get it back on track. Research shows that on average, desk job employees lose about 2.1 hours a day to distractions and interruptions. That adds up […] Importance of Warning Lights at a Construction Site Construction vehicles are often the last to come to mind when we think about the importance of warning lights. When it comes to ambulances, fire trucks and police cruisers, the value of warning lights seems obvious. While construction warning lights aren’t as infamous as the red and blue flashing siren or the wail of a […] Leading with Optimism If you had to define a leader, what would you say? If you’re like most people, you might describe a leader as someone who is trustworthy, passionate and focused. And while these are all important qualities to have in a leader, there is one important quality missing – optimism. Optimism is an incredibly advantageous quality […] Advantages of Led Beacon Lights Although safety beacons can be made using a variety of lighting technologies, LED Beacons remain top tier. Compared to halogen and xenon bulbs, LEDs last longer, offer better illumination and are more energy-efficient – and that’s not all! Continue reading to learn about the several other advantages LED beacon lights offer. Less Radio Interference In […] How to Break Out of Your Comfort Zone As humans we tend to stick to what’s most comfortable. Whether it be at home or at work, most of us like to play it safe and keep things fairly routine. This is commonly referred to as our comfort zone and while it may be okay to hangout here for a bit, in the long-term […] Making the Case for Forklift Safety Lights Forklifts play a vital role in warehouses, construction sites, yard operations and manufacturing facilities. Although incredibly useful, these vehicles have the potential to cause serious injury and even death to operators, other workers, and pedestrians. According to automation company SIERA.AI, there are an estimated 96,000 forklift injuries in North America each year. What’s even more shocking is […] Achieving a Growth Mindset Our mindset consists of a set of beliefs that guide our understanding of the world and ourselves. It influences how we think, feel, and behave in situations. Stanford Psychologist Carol Dweck says there are two basic mindsets: fixed and growth. In this blog, we’ll look at what it means to have a growth mindset, how […] How Is the Brightness of Safety Lights Measured? There are several different terms that describe how bright a safety light is. At SWS Warning Lights, we measure the amount of light emitted by a source using Lumens and Candela. Understanding the difference between these units will help you understand how much light you’re actually getting! That way, you can feel more confident when […] Five Tips to Master Time Management Everyday we are each allotted 24 hours. And while at first this seems like a lot, once you factor in the time you spend asleep or at work, you’re left with little time to accomplish everything else on your to-do list. Thankfully there are several ways you can manage your time to ensure you’re making […] The Difference Between Sae Classes 1, 2 and 3 Not all warning lights are made the same. They vary in shape, colour, and light intensity and that’s when the Society of Automotive Engineer classes come in. The Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) created a standardized classification system. This system categorizes warning lights into three different classes: SAE Class 1, SAE Class 2, and SAE […] Decoding the Colours of Warning Lights Warning lights are essential for firetrucks, police cruisers, ambulances, and tow trucks. These lights come in a variety of colours, with each relaying a specific message. At SWS Warning Lights we offer a variety of lights, which can be purchased in various colours. When purchasing these lights, a common question we’re asked by our customers […]