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Section 179 Overview:

Section 179 of the Internal Revenue Code is a tax provision designed to encourage small and medium-sized businesses to invest in equipment. The tax provision allows them to deduct the full purchase price of qualifying equipment from their gross income in the year it is purchased. Therefore, this deduction is beneficial for businesses looking to improve their operations through strategic equipment acquisitions. As of 2024, the tax year’s deduction limit is $1,220,000. However, please note that tax laws and limits can change. So, it’s important to consult the most recent IRS publications or a tax professional for the current deduction limits.

To qualify for the Section 179 deduction, equipment must meet several criteria:

Tangible: The equipment must be tangible, meaning it is physical equipment that can be used and seen. [...]

Selecting the appropriate Air-tow trailer model is an important decision for individuals and businesses involved in transporting equipment or goods. The benefit of an Air-tow trailer over a standard model is the innovative design. Each Air-tow trailer model comes standard with ground-level loading technology. Loading and unloading at ground level eliminates the need for ramps, lifts, and tilt beds, enabling a safer and more efficient trailer solution.

The wide range of trailer models available caters to various needs and requirements. This guide will explore the eight Air-tow trailer models—flatbed, utility, gooseneck, enclosed, rental, dock height, dump, and refrigerated—and provide insights into their features and ideal use cases. 

 Flatbed Trailers  

Flatbed trailers are versatile and open, offering a flat surface for loading and unloading goods. They are ideal for transporting large, heavy, or oddly shaped items, such as construction materials, machinery, and equipment. The absence of sides and a roof makes securing and handling [...]

In the realm of trailer solutions, efficiency and ease of use are key factors that can make or break a towing experience. When choosing the right trailer for your needs, the debate often centers around ground-level loading versus tilt bed trailers. Both options are preferable over the standard trailer for loading heavy equipment. 

What are Tilt Bed Trailers? 

Tilt bed trailers, also known as tilt deck trailers or tilting utility trailers, are a type of trailer with a platform that tilts to an angle, making loading and unloading heavy equipment easier. The deck tilts to act as a ramp, eliminating the need for additional loading equipment.

What are Ground-Level Loading Trailers?

Ground-level loading trailers have a deck that completely lowers to the ground. This technology enables a more stable and reliable loading experience compared to tilt trailers. With their ground-level loading technology, Air-tow Trailers surpasses traditional tilt bed trailers in terms of convenience, safety, and [...]

The Air-tow 3D (Drop-Deck / Dump) trailer is a hybrid trailer with ground-level loading and dump capabilities. This drop-deck trailer lowers flat to the ground for simple and safe loading of your equipment. It has a 10,000 lbs. capacity and 74” wide deck that makes it large enough to carry heavy equipment, such as skid steers and backhoes, to and from the job site. The 3D has a 12’ deck lined with 24” steel walls and a 40 degree dump angle making it ideal for loading and hauling debris. It even has a dual fold-down/ spreader tailgate that gives you the option of how you want to load and unload your equipment and materials. Extended side boards are available as an option. These boards add an extra 12” of height to the walls. Roll-up canvas covers (required in some states) are also available as accessory items.

This two-in-one trailer is ideal for industries such as [...]

     Cities, school districts and municipalities are constantly looking for ways to equip their employees with the safest most cost-effective equipment on the market. But many of these organizations fail to address one key piece of equipment, the trailer. In the best weather conditions, tilt-bed trailers can be difficult to use and loading often requires at least two people; while loading ramps are just plain dangerous. Flex Trailers Inc. has eliminated the dangers associated with conventional trailers with the ground-level loading Air-tow Trailer. The added safety that comes with an Air-tow Trailer eliminates the worry and potential cost of lawsuits, labor claims, union claims and workers compensation from injuries caused by inferior trailers. Loading and unloading equipment is now a one-man job, coincidentally reducing labor costs. The safety and savings make it an easy decision for cities, school districts and municipalities across the country to upgrade their trailer fleets to the Air-tow Trailer.   [...]