Section 179: Expanded Deduction Limits

• Deduction limit increased to $2.5 million for equipment placed in service after December 31, 2024.

  Bottom line for 2025: You can deduct up to $2.5M in qualified equipment purchases, significantly higher than the $1.22M limit in 2024.

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Lower Interest Rates Increases Equipment Sales

Lower interest rates mean buying equipment with financing costs less, which makes it more attractive for businesses to invest in growth and modernization.

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R&D and Manufacturing Support

• Domestic R&D expenses can now be fully expensed—no more multi-year amortization.
• Manufacturing assets placed in service through 2032 qualify for full bonus depreciation.

Did you know that: Real Examples

• A food packaging company installed smart conveyor systems qualified for Section 179 + utility rebate
• A MedTech firm prototyped a new surgical device received 12% back in R&D tax credits
• A contractor upgraded servers for CAD renderings qualified for local innovation incentives

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Equipment Financing Improves Cash Flow

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The Food and Beverage Production

…sector in the US is a significant contributor to the economy, accounting for nearly 3.5 million jobs and over $534.3 billion of GDP in 2023. This sector includes Agriculture, Fishing, and Food and Beverage Processing subsectors, with notable job growth in food manufacturing, particularly beverage production.

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Pack Expo Vegas 2025

With Pack Expo approaching featuring over 2,300 exhibitors and 35,000 attendees equipment and automation will be top of mind for many companies. As businesses look to modernize and streamline operations, financing will play a critical role in making these investments possible. Offering financing options can be a powerful way to drive more sales and help your customers take action now rather than later.

PMMI Business Intelligence Report

Beverage Packaging Industry Responds to Rapid Transformation

Research shows 68% of companies plan significant equipment upgrades ahead of Pack Expo Las Vegas 2025.

2025 Beverage Industry Packaging Trends

At SCL Equipment Finance, we believe strong partnerships drive success. By working together, we can help your customers secure the equipment they want without financial roadblocks. Our flexible financing programs are designed to support your sales goals, strengthen customer relationships, and deliver a seamless buying experience.

Barbara Griffith, President & Founder
Monitors Top 50 Women in Equipment Financing
714-573-9804 x 101
bgriffith@sclfinance.com

Continued Pass-Through Deduction

• The 20% pass-through deduction for qualified business income is now permanent.
• Helps sole proprietors, S corps, and partnerships keep more of their earnings.

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R&D and Manufacturing Support

• Domestic R&D expenses can now be fully expensed—no more multi-year amortization.
• Manufacturing assets placed in service through 2032 qualify for full bonus depreciation.

Read more…

Did you know that: Real Examples

• A food packaging company installed smart conveyor systems qualified for Section 179 + utility rebate
• A MedTech firm prototyped a new surgical device received 12% back in R&D tax credits
• A contractor upgraded servers for CAD renderings qualified for local innovation incentives

Equipment Financing Improves Cash Flow

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Know Your Business Credit: Where to Look and What to Know, and Personal Credit for Growth!

Are you a CEO or business owner looking to secure better rates, expand your business, and strengthen your financial foundation? Understanding what creditors see on reports from agencies like PayNet, D&B, and personal credit bureaus is important to your companies success.

Watch this complimentary 20-minute Zoom session where Barbara Griffith will break down the fundamentals of business and personal credit.

• Learn how business credit impacts funding & growth
• Understand what lenders look for in your reports
• Get tips to improve your credit and secure the best terms

Section 179 Allows a Business to Expense their Equipment Purchase

As of 2024, the Section 179 deduction limit is $1,160,000. This means that businesses can deduct the full cost of qualifying equipment and software purchased or financed during the tax year.

No Payments 3-6 Months

The decision to upgrade or purchase new equipment is critical to the success of your company’s growth. Businesses can reach a point where they have reached a stalemate and must invest in their operations for you to expand and become more profitable in the future. We have a new program ” No Payments 3-6 Months” call to discuss.