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SECTION 179 • 2025 GUIDE Unlock 2025 Tax Savings with Section 179 A practical guide for small businesses: how Section 179 works, what typically qualifies, how to sanity-check potential savings, and smart ways to pair financing with your purchase. What Section 179 Does — In Plain English Section 179 lets many businesses deduct the full cost of qualifying equipment in the same year it’s placed in service, instead of depreciating it over time. That can improve cash flow when you …

When it comes to personal gas detection in hazardous environments, the MSA ALTAIR 4XR and MSA ALTAIR io 4 are two of the most reliable devices on the market. Both are 4-gas detectors designed to monitor the presence of LEL (Lower Explosive Limit), O2 (Oxygen), CO (Carbon Monoxide), and H2S (Hydrogen Sulfide). Despite their similar core functionalities, these devices differ in several key areas, including battery life, weight, advanced connectivity features, and more. This comprehensive guide wil …

Understanding the expiration date of a hard hat is critical for ensuring workplace safety. Hard hats are essential for protecting workers from head injuries, but their protective capabilities diminish over time. Knowing how to read and interpret a hard hat's expiration date is a key part of maintaining safety standards on the job. In this guide, we'll explain how to find and understand the expiration date on a hard hat, why it's important, and what the regulations say about replacing them.H …

Hard hats are a fundamental piece of personal protective equipment (PPE) in many industries, providing essential protection against head injuries caused by falling objects, electrical hazards, or impacts. However, simply owning a hard hat isn't enough; knowing how to wear it correctly is vital for ensuring maximum safety. This guide will cover everything you need to know about how to wear a hard hat properly, including the right fit, positioning, maintenance, and common mistakes to avoid.The Imp …

Regular MSA Altair 4XR calibration ensures the accuracy and reliability of your gas monitor's performance. Your safety is our top priority, so we've created detailed instructions on MSA Altair 4XR calibration to assist you in keeping yourself and your work environment safe. Follow our expert step-by-step guide to understand how to manually calibrate your MSA Altair 4XR correctly.Preparing to Calibrate Your MSA Altair 4XR  Before beginning calibration, make sure you’re in a fresh- …