The Light bar LED is the most distinctive feature on an emergency vehicle Emergency vehicles such as police automobiles were just standard model vehicles in the past. They were no different in look and fittings to the vehicles you or I could buy. Therefore, they did not stand out and would be treat exactly the same as any vehicle out there. In the 19 th Century, police started to use vehicles and they had to have a way to make them stand...more
Sirens - an audible warning or a mermaid calling seafarers to them? It doesn't matter what kind of emergency vehicle it is, fire, police, rescue or ambulance, they need to have several different types of warning systems in place. We will see the bank of flashing lights on any emergency vehicle, but normally before that, we will hear of their approach. The sirens are a vital and often forgotten aspect of an emergency vehicles hazard warning...more
Looking forward to a relaxing vacation in one of Australias many sun drenched, tropical destinations? The unique culture, tropical climate, distinctive wildlife, and sunny resorts of Australia make it a dream destination for vacationers, many of which seek different treats on the sunny island. Brisbane is the third largest city in Australia, and likewise the third most popular tourist destination. One of the most popular things that these travelers are after is Brisbanes famous spa and massage treatments. The city is dotted with numerous salons and specialty spas that specialize in specific services, and deliver them to perfection. The renowned day spa Brisbane experience is one thing you dont want to miss, because it really is a heavenly experience. With their mix of high performance skin products, pure essential oils, natural remedies and skillful masseurs, a massage Brisbane experience can do wonders to pick you up from the near burn-out levels of stress. They put you back on the track with a refreshed and revitalized self. Not only will you feel lighter and revived, the whole exercise will make your trip that much more fun and exciting.Not only spas and massages, a waxing...more
Vehicle Navigation with GPS Navigator Over the years technology has made vehicles more advanced. Automobile designers have shifted focus from basic design to features that make cars safer, easy to operate and consumer friendly. One such feature is the Global Positioning System (GPS) in cars. GPS was first used by the United States Military...more
Carpet: An Affordable, Versatile Flooring Option While carpets have been around for centuries, the earliest known example dating back to the fourth century BCE, the idea of interior carpeting is a relatively new one. In Europe, using carpet as flooring only started in the mid-18th century in Europe as a result of its relations with the...more
Light Bars LED - perfect equipment for first responders and emergency vehicles The first emergency or first response vehicle in use would have been a horse drawn petrol wagon in and around the 1880's. Then in the 1900's there would have been motorized wagons. These would have had some kind of lighting but not the instantly recognizable Light Bars LED we see today. The history of emergency and police vehicles is an interesting one. Whilst those first vehicles would not have gotten to a scene very quickly they were still probably the fastest things on the route. Without these first vehicles we would not have the excellent first response teams we have now. So what does the Light Bars LED actually do, how does it work? The modern Light Bars LED is popular because it can be seen round a 360-degree angle, which is crucial when a vehicle is stationary. The new generation LED lights are extremely bright, so bright in fact they can be seen in bright sunlight. This gives the Light Bars LED an advantage over other forms of lighting like halogen or tungsten bulbs. The main function of the light bar on any emergency vehicle is safety, they warn other road users and they highlight...more
Insight to 2011 Ford Explorer The newly redesigned Ford Explorer is a cool crossover vehicle that is being introduced to compete with the likes of Chevrolet Traverse, Honda Pilot, and Toyota Highlander.2011 Ford Explorer ReviewThis is a fuel...more
Get Proper Accommodation for Your Kauai VacationThere are so many Kauai hotels that can spoil anyone who come here, from nature lovers to bargain hunters and from big families to people addicted to luxury. Virtually anybody going to Kauai is in...more
Wig Wag - a strange word but an effective hazard warning tool on emergency vehicles All joking aside, a Wig Wag is something that is a useful tool in the hazard warning light world. Emergency vehicles often have a Wig Wag fitted, and it is a...more
Puerto Vallarta Hotels with SpasThis Mexican destination can be a land of extremities. On one hand it can be a land of adventure, full o activities like scuba diving or rappelling. On the other hand, it can be a land of solitude, subtle in its ways...more
Looking After Your Health While Living Abroad If you're an expat or are expecting to become one soon, it can be easy to lose sight of such essentials as your health insurance in the flurry of booking flights, hotels, finding housing, arranging...more
Corporate Accommodation at Fort Lauderdale HotelsFort Lauderdale, Florida is thriving in the field of business, therefore many hotels offer complete business facilities for businessmen. Strategically located in the heart of the city is the Hampton...more