Detachable stirrups increase rider safety by detaching from the saddle if the rider falls, preventing them from being dragged. They come in various styles and are recommended for novice riders and those working with nervous horses. The stirrups work through rubber bands, rotating hooks, or peeling off the saddle. It’s important to understand how they […]
The federal income tax brackets change annually, with six different brackets based on income and filing status. The brackets and rates have changed significantly over the years, with current brackets being more favorable to higher earners. Income tax brackets at the federal level change from year to year, sometimes drastically, depending on what policies the […]
Braces have come a long way since the 1950s and 1960s when they were made of stainless steel. Today, there are a variety of materials available, including transparent or translucent plastic or ceramic, and even lingual braces that go on the back surfaces of teeth. A new development is A-braces, which function like a retainer, […]
Scaffolding brackets attach to scaffolding and hold a mobile plank for workers to access the work area. They come in different lengths and have safety rails. Galvanized steel brackets are available for masonry work. Blocks can be hung from them for ballast. They attach by sliding over the scaffold tubes or with a thumb screw. […]
Scaffolding brackets attach to scaffolding and hold a mobile plank for workers to be positioned closer to the work area. They come in different lengths and have safety rails. Galvanized steel brackets are used in masonry applications and can hold excess weight. Some brackets use a thumb screw to attach to the scaffold. Scaffolding brackets […]
The US has federal tax brackets, which have varied over time, with the highest rate going from 7% in 1913 to 92% post-WWII. The constitutionality of income tax was challenged in 1895, but the 16th amendment ratified in 1913 made modern taxation possible. Tax rates are not comparable over time due to factors such as […]
