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Light Where You Need It. Visibility Where It Matters. Marketing SWS · Meet the SWS Flexible Strip Light Family Not every place that needs light was designed to hold one. Inside a work van, service body, or equipment compartment, tight spaces, curved surfaces, and limited mounting areas can make conventional lighting difficult to install. And when you’re looking for tools before sunrise, loading equipment after dark, or […] Public Works Week 2026: the Crews Behind Safer Roads, Stronger Communities, and Everyday Reliability. Marketing SWS · Every community depends on public works professionals, even if most people never see the work happening behind the scenes. During National Public Works Week, we want to recognize the people who keep roads open, traffic moving, infrastructure operating, and communities safe in every season. At SWS Warning Lights Inc., we work alongside municipalities, contractors, utility […] Sws Select: 100% Canadian-made Warning Lights Built in Niagara Falls, Ontario Marketing SWS · When fleets, contractors, municipalities, and equipment operators need dependable warning lights, the right choice is not always the product with the most features. Sometimes the smartest choice is the product that gives crews exactly what they need: reliable visibility, straightforward operation, Canadian-made quality, and practical value. That is why we created SWS Select. SWS Select […] Alberta’s Blue to the Back, Amber 360° Lighting: What It Means for Your Fleet Marketing SWS · In recent years, Alberta, particularly in cities like Calgary, has taken a major step forward in roadside safety. The introduction of blue warning lights used in combination with traditional amber lighting has reshaped how fleets, tow operators, and roadside workers protect themselves on busy highways. If you’ve heard the phrase blue to the back, amber […] Warning Lights for Leased Vehicles: a Guide to No-drill Fleet Upfitting Marketing SWS · Temporary mounting solutions for municipal, utility, and contractor fleets. The Fleet Environment Has Changed For many years, fleet vehicles were kept in service for long periods of time. Because of this, permanent installations were common. Roofs were drilled, wiring was run through pillars, and fixed consoles were installed inside the cab. Today, many fleets operate differently. Vehicles […] Why Heated Lights Are a Game Changer for Winter Safety and Performance Marketing SWS · When winter conditions strike, snow, freezing rain, ice, and blowing drifts, standard lighting systems often struggle to stay effective. One of the biggest threats to visibility isn’t nightfall alone, it’s snow and ice buildup on the light lens, blocking output and putting drivers and crews at risk. Heated lights change that. They are purpose built […] Everything You Need to Know About Traffic Arrows, Arrow Boards & Split Arrows Marketing SWS · When it comes to effective traffic control and work zone safety, the right signage and signaling equipment can mean the difference between smooth flow and hazardous conditions. At WarningLightsInc.com, we specialize in high-visibility, durable traffic control products – including traffic arrows, arrow boards, and split arrows that are built to keep crews and drivers safe […] Why More Fleets Are Moving Beyond Amber – and What That Means for Roadside Safety Marketing SWS · A visibility trend backed by emerging research – and a call to action for fleet safety leaders. For decades, amber lights have been the universal signal on North American roads: slow down, pay attention, someone is working ahead. But in the last few years, more municipal, utility, snow and ice, commercial, and highway maintenance fleets have been reevaluating whether […] The Evolution of Amber Lights Marketing SWS · If you drive anywhere, especially in urban centres, you’ll likely come across a vehicle adorned with amber caution beacons, sticks, and arrows warning of a situation ahead. Although the concept of amber warning lights is relatively simple, they’re the culmination of pioneering technology advancements designed to keep our roads and communities safe. The use of […] Flashing Blue Warning Lights Are Staying Put in Alberta – Here’s Why It Matters Marketing SWS · Flashing blue LED warning lights will continue to shine in Alberta for another five years following a 1-year pilot program that allowed tow truck drivers and other maintenance vehicles on the road the option to add these to their existing amber lights. The news is listed on the “Successful Advocacy Efforts” page of the Alberta […] 8 Ways to Streamline Your Production Planning & Manufacturing Process Marketing SWS · Streamlining your production planning and manufacturing process is an important part of running a successful business. But it can be a daunting task—especially when you have to do it on your own. Fortunately, we’ve got your back! We’ve compiled a list of several ways you can streamline your production planning and manufacturing process, from simplifying […] Must-have Equipment for Your Construction Projects Marketing SWS · When you’re planning a construction project, it’s easy to get caught up in the details. From determining which materials and tools are best suited for your particular needs, to the top ways to manage your work crew, there are lots of things to consider. But one thing that should never be overlooked is the equipment […]