The Tipping Floor https://www.thetippingfloor.com/ 2026-10-21T03:50:27.169444Z Source-linked refuse industry updates. Waste Connections Q3 preview points to modest growth in revenue and earnings https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-big4-ed18f4e280 2026-10-20T22:08:56Z 2026-10-20T22:08:56Z A read on pricing and volume trends for one of the industry’s largest haulers. Waste Connections sets October 21 earnings date as hauler investors watch margins https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-big4-2278482768 2026-10-20T22:04:41Z 2026-10-20T22:04:41Z The call will help gauge pricing discipline, volume trends, and cost pressure across a key national operator. Casella shares jump after Jana Partners spotlights the hauler https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:registry-casella-1-5454269c06 2026-10-20T19:07:27Z 2026-10-20T19:07:27Z Investor pressure can signal changes ahead in capital discipline, margins, or portfolio strategy. Casella shares rise after Jana case at investor summit https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:registry-casella-1-3810a79b9c 2026-10-20T18:33:34Z 2026-10-20T18:33:34Z Activist pressure can reshape capital plans, acquisition pace, and valuation for regional haulers. Casella’s earnings beat keeps the valuation debate alive https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:registry-casella-1-f894582120 2026-10-20T14:31:27Z 2026-10-20T14:31:27Z A stronger quarter can support route pricing power and acquisition currency for a regional hauler. WM heads into earnings week with Wall Street looking for growth https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:registry-wm-1-d6da55bd18 2026-10-20T13:00:09Z 2026-10-20T13:00:09Z A read on volume trends and margin discipline matters for haulers, suppliers, and investors. GFL sale chatter points to a possible deal as early as next week https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste360-3d646f3fc6 2026-10-20T12:00:00Z 2026-10-20T12:00:00Z A transaction would matter for competitors, lenders, and M&A watchers tracking scale in waste hauling. JPMorgan trims Waste Connections price target, signaling a softer near-term view https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:registry-waste-connections-1-a962c4ebec 2026-10-20T11:29:58Z 2026-10-20T11:29:58Z A target reset can move the stock and shape how investors read hauler margin durability. Waste Connections heads into Q3 with hauler investors watching pricing and volume trends https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-big4-458f3164bf 2026-10-20T11:17:50Z 2026-10-20T11:17:50Z A read on margin discipline and route demand for one of North America’s biggest waste operators. Cox Fleet discussion spotlights the people side of waste fleet reliability https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste360-3f752eb29b 2026-10-20T11:00:00Z 2026-10-20T11:00:00Z A practical look at how staffing, training, and process control shape uptime and cost. USGBC eases TRUE zero-waste certification as disposal economics tighten https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste-dive-f6a96fdb6f 2026-10-20T10:17:34Z 2026-10-20T10:17:34Z Updated scoring could make diversion programs easier to sell to facilities weighing landfill costs and capacity. Chandler moves ahead with solid waste rate hike, eyes bigger utility increases https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:local-public-phoenix-abc15-b9eff72e88 2026-10-20T04:04:53Z 2026-10-20T04:04:53Z Rate changes can signal rising collection and infrastructure costs that shape municipal budgeting and resident pricing. Polystyrene debate turns on policy, not just recycling optics https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:recycling-today-4e3b1fc95c 2026-10-20T00:00:00Z 2026-10-20T00:00:00Z Why PS safety perceptions can shape curbside rules, contamination standards, and end-market access. Emterra opens $41 million CNG hub to support Waterloo Region collection fleet https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste-today-394def97da 2026-10-20T00:00:00Z 2026-10-20T00:00:00Z The new site signals how haulers are pairing lower-carbon trucks with dedicated fueling and maintenance infrastructure. Redwood and Rivian widen battery recycling deal into plant energy storage https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste-today-891013120d 2026-10-20T00:00:00Z 2026-10-20T00:00:00Z Closed-loop battery reuse could lower energy costs and reshape end-of-life EV pack handling. Steel Dynamics posts stronger quarter as pricing and shipments improved https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:recycling-today-dc32740847 2026-10-20T00:00:00Z 2026-10-20T00:00:00Z Higher steel prices can pressure equipment costs while signaling firmer demand across industrial end markets. Contract watch: Trash, Recycle and Waste Removal for Gainesville Regional Utilities https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#contracts:opengov-303828 2026-09-18T00:00:00Z 2026-09-18T00:00:00Z Gainesville Regional Utilities has a source-linked procurement lead. Deadline: 2026-10-22. Contract watch: Bulk Waste Container and Waste Removal Services https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#contracts:opengov-303655 2026-09-15T00:00:00Z 2026-09-15T00:00:00Z City of Norfolk has a source-linked procurement lead. Deadline: 2026-10-26. Contract watch: Refuse and Recycling Containers https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#contracts:opengov-312912 2026-10-13T00:00:00Z 2026-10-13T00:00:00Z City of Clearwater has a source-linked procurement lead. Deadline: 2026-11-12. Ready Line: 2026 EZ Pack Peterbilt 520 Front End Loader https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-rush-1932014-https-www-rushtruckcenters-com-truck-inventory-619597-peterbilt-520 2026-10-18T12:41:14Z 2026-10-18T12:41:14Z Front End Loader. Rush Crane Systems. $344,000. Verified listing source included. Ready Line: 2025 Peterbilt 520 Heil Front End Loader https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-trucks-and-parts-tw1260315fl-ready-line 2026-10-18T12:41:14Z 2026-10-18T12:41:14Z Front End Loader. location not listed. Call for price. Verified listing source included. Ready Line: 2025 Heil Mack Te64 28 Yd Half Pack Front End Loader https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-trashtrucksonline-com-mack-te64-28-yd-heil-half-pack-front-loader-https-trashtrucksonline 2026-10-18T12:41:14Z 2026-10-18T12:41:14Z Front End Loader. location not listed. price not listed. Verified listing source included. Ready Line: 2025 Kenworth L770 McNeilus Front End Loader https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-trucks-and-parts-tw1260263fl-ready-line 2026-10-18T12:41:14Z 2026-10-18T12:41:14Z Front End Loader. location not listed. $356,900. Verified listing source included. Mount Ready: 2025 Peterbilt 520 mount-ready chassis https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-rush-1817623-https-www-rushtruckcenters-com-truck-inventory-587500-peterbilt-520 2026-10-18T12:41:14Z 2026-10-18T12:41:14Z Cabover Refuse Chassis. Rush Crane Systems. Call for price. Verified listing source included. Mount Ready: 2026 Peterbilt 520 mount-ready chassis https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-rush-1927910-https-www-rushtruckcenters-com-truck-inventory-618771-peterbilt-520 2026-10-18T12:41:14Z 2026-10-18T12:41:14Z Cabover Refuse Chassis. Rush Crane Systems. Call for price. Verified listing source included. Mount Ready: 2026 Peterbilt 520 mount-ready chassis https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-rush-1927911-https-www-rushtruckcenters-com-truck-inventory-618772-peterbilt-520 2026-10-18T12:41:14Z 2026-10-18T12:41:14Z Cabover Refuse Chassis. Rush Crane Systems. Call for price. Verified listing source included. Mount Ready: 2026 Peterbilt 520 mount-ready chassis https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-rush-1928162-https-www-rushtruckcenters-com-truck-inventory-618822-peterbilt-520 2026-10-18T12:41:14Z 2026-10-18T12:41:14Z Cabover Refuse Chassis. Rush Crane Systems. Call for price. Verified listing source included. Funding watch: Diesel Refuse Truck Replacement Program https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#funding:afdc-12342-6fbd73a6 2026-10-18T14:05:54Z 2026-10-18T14:05:54Z Nebraska. Application close: close date not listed. The Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy (NDEE) will provide funding for the replacement of medium- to heavy-duty diesel refuse, local freight, delivery, and maintenance trucks. Old trucks must be replaced with 2019 or newer model year compressed natural gas or diesel engines pursuant to California Air Resources Board Optional Low-NOx Standards. Funding watch: Diesel Emission Reduction Grants https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#funding:afdc-13357-5af09e90 2026-10-18T14:05:54Z 2026-10-18T14:05:54Z Washington. Application close: July 20, 2026. The Washington State Department of Ecology offers grants for the replacement or repower of medium- and heavy-duty diesel refuse trucks, street sweepers, freight switcher locomotives, port cargo handling equipment, and forklifts with zero emission vehicles (ZEVs) and associated infrastructure. Grants are available in the following amounts: Eligible ZEVs. Funding watch: Heavy-Duty Truck Emission Reduction Grants - San Joaquin Valley https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#funding:afdc-12098-20508b05 2026-10-18T14:05:54Z 2026-10-18T14:05:54Z California. Application close: close date not listed. The San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District (SJVAPCD) administers the Truck Replacement Program, which provides funding for fleets to replace old vehicles with lower emitting vehicles or to purchase new zero emission, hybrid, or low oxides of nitrogen (NOx) vehicles. Funding is available for the following projects: - Replacement of an engine model. Funding watch: Heavy-Duty Vehicle Emissions Reduction Grants https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#funding:afdc-11973-f716fff6 2026-10-18T14:05:54Z 2026-10-18T14:05:54Z Connecticut. Application close: close date not listed. The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) allocates a portion of its designated funds from the Volkswagen (VW) Environmental Mitigation Trust for the replacement or repower of eligible heavy-duty on-road vehicles through its Diesel Emissions Mitigation Program (Program). The Program provides funding in the following amounts. Funding watch: Alternative Fuels Incentive Grant (AFIG) Program https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#funding:afdc-12136-4aa98afd 2008-07-10T00:00:00Z 2008-07-10T00:00:00Z Pennsylvania. Application close: close date not listed. The AFIG Program provides financial assistance for innovative, advanced fuel and vehicle technology projects. Projects that result in product commercialization and the expansion of Pennsylvania companies are favored in the selection process. Eligible applicants include school districts, municipal authorities, political subdivisions, non-profits. Funding watch: Zero Emission Truck Rebates https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#funding:afdc-12542-d32be8a0 2026-10-18T14:05:54Z 2026-10-18T14:05:54Z Massachusetts. Application close: close date not listed. Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources' Massachusetts Offers Rebates for Electric Vehicles (MOR-EV) Trucks Program offers rebates for the purchase or lease of all-electric and hydrogen fuel cell electric trucks, buses, and vans. Eligible vehicles must have a manufacturer's suggested retail price of less than $2,000,000. Rebate amounts are available in. Funding watch: Vehicle Emissions Reduction and Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Project Funding https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#funding:afdc-12218-00e79334 2026-10-18T14:05:54Z 2026-10-18T14:05:54Z Tennessee. Application close: close date not listed. The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) provides funding for the repower or replacement of Class 4-8 school, shuttle and transit buses, Class 4-7 local freight trucks, and Class 8 local freight trucks and port drayage trucks, with alternative fuel or all-electric models. Alternative fuels include, but are not limited to, compressed. Funding watch: Medium- and Heavy-Duty (MHD) Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) and Infrastructure Grants https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#funding:afdc-13331-6b5cfb66 2026-10-18T14:05:54Z 2026-10-18T14:05:54Z California. Application close: close date not listed. The Energy Infrastructure Incentives for Zero-Emission Commercial Vehicles (EnergIIZE), funded by the California Energy Commission, offers grants for the purchase and installation of ZEV infrastructure for MHD electric vehicles and hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles. Eligible applicants include commercial fleets, station owners, and ZEV infrastructure. Compliance watch: Hazardous Waste Transportation https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#compliance:comp-us-hazardous-waste-transportation-6bbfb249 2026-10-21T03:36:48Z 2026-10-21T03:36:48Z U.S. EPA. Confirm EPA ID number, manifest handling, transfer facility limits, discharge response, and state-specific transporter requirements. Compliance watch: Hazardous Waste e-Manifest https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#compliance:comp-us-hazardous-waste-e-manifest-f4495af6 2026-10-21T03:36:48Z 2026-10-21T03:36:48Z U.S. EPA. Verify user registration, signature workflow, paper/electronic transition status, and user fees before changing manifest procedures. Compliance watch: Uniform Hazardous Waste Manifest System https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#compliance:comp-us-uniform-hazardous-waste-manifest-system-6750e8e5 2026-10-21T03:36:48Z 2026-10-21T03:36:48Z U.S. EPA. Review transporter signature, waste description, emergency response, copy distribution, and state manifest requirements. Compliance watch: RCRA Regulations https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#compliance:comp-us-rcra-regulations-0050f717 2026-10-21T03:36:48Z 2026-10-21T03:36:48Z U.S. EPA. Use the EPA page as a federal baseline, then check authorized state rules before accepting or moving regulated waste. Compliance watch: Heavy-Duty Vehicle GHG Standards - Phase 3 https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#compliance:comp-us-heavy-duty-vehicle-ghg-standards-phase-3-4fedd83c 2026-10-21T03:36:48Z 2026-10-21T03:36:48Z U.S. EPA. Watch model-year standards, OEM product changes, and fleet replacement timing before committing to long-cycle truck purchases. Compliance watch: PFAS CERCLA Hazardous Substance Designation https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#compliance:comp-us-pfas-cercla-hazardous-substance-designation-ca8cc609 2026-10-21T03:36:48Z 2026-10-21T03:36:48Z U.S. EPA. Coordinate with disposal facilities and environmental counsel before changing acceptance, profiling, or disposal practices for PFAS-impacted materials. Compliance watch: Industrial Stormwater NPDES https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#compliance:comp-us-industrial-stormwater-npdes-fb00b6f9 2026-10-21T03:36:48Z 2026-10-21T03:36:48Z U.S. EPA. Confirm whether a transfer station, maintenance yard, container yard, or recycling operation needs industrial stormwater permit coverage and inspections. Compliance watch: Municipal Solid Waste Landfill Air Rules https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#compliance:comp-us-municipal-solid-waste-landfill-air-rules-99c9e642 2026-10-21T03:36:48Z 2026-10-21T03:36:48Z U.S. EPA. Monitor NSPS/EG requirements, state plan approvals, GCCS obligations, emissions thresholds, and reporting deadlines. Industry calendar: Your One-Stop Shop for SWANA Webinars https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:your-one-stop-shop-for-swana-webinars-2026-10-21-66e2c73b3a 2026-10-19T16:38:53Z 2026-10-19T16:38:53Z Solid Waste Association of North America. Oct 21, 2026. virtual. Industry calendar: Food Recovery Inspection Training - SB 1383 — California Resource Recovery Association https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:food-recovery-inspection-training-sb-1383-california-resource-recovery-2026-10-21-144f3e9b99 2026-10-19T16:41:06Z 2026-10-19T16:41:06Z California Resource Recovery Association. Oct 21, 2026. virtual. Industry calendar: 2026 National Zero Waste Conference (Oct 21-22) — California Resource Recovery Association https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:2026-national-zero-waste-conference-oct-21-22-california-resource-reco-2026-10-21-5e4663606a 2026-10-19T16:41:07Z 2026-10-19T16:41:07Z California Resource Recovery Association. Oct 21, 2026. virtual. Industry calendar: RCRA/DOT HazMat Training | calrma-association https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:rcra-dot-hazmat-training-calrma-association-2026-10-21-f28de4ea56 2026-10-19T16:41:44Z 2026-10-19T16:41:44Z California Resource Management Association. Oct 21, 2026. unknown. Industry calendar: Alabama Chapter Meeting https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:alabama-chapter-meeting-2026-10-27-3f0da5cf81 2026-10-19T16:39:38Z 2026-10-19T16:39:38Z National Waste & Recycling Association. Oct 27, 2026. Montgomery – AL. Industry calendar: Rethink Resource Use Conference https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:rethink-resource-use-conference-2026-10-27-66e0841da0 2026-10-19T16:42:01Z 2026-10-19T16:42:01Z Northeast Recycling Council. Oct 27, 2026. virtual. Industry calendar: ISWA at COP31 Webinar 2 | Landfill gas: managing methane from existing and legacy sites https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:iswa-at-cop31-webinar-2-landfill-gas-managing-methane-from-existing-an-2026-10-27-f7bf0ad71b 2026-09-28T17:51:07Z 2026-09-28T17:51:07Z International Solid Waste Association. Oct 27, 2026. Teams (online). Industry calendar: ISWA’s Road to COP31 | Landfill gas: managing methane from existing and legacy sites https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:iswa-s-road-to-cop31-landfill-gas-managing-methane-from-existing-and-l-2026-10-27-01ba52fc42 2026-10-19T16:40:21Z 2026-10-19T16:40:21Z International Solid Waste Association. Oct 27, 2026. Teams (online). Break Room job lead: Production Operator https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-autocar-autocar-job-ogvnafwi 2026-10-21T03:36:46Z 2026-10-21T03:36:46Z Autocar. Birmingham, Alabama. not_posted. Break Room job lead: Production Supervisor https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-autocar-autocar-job-orywafwf 2026-10-21T03:36:46Z 2026-10-21T03:36:46Z Autocar. Hagerstown, Indiana. not_posted. Break Room job lead: Prototype Engineering Technician https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-autocar-autocar-job-oacyafw4 2026-10-21T03:36:46Z 2026-10-21T03:36:46Z Autocar. Birmingham, Alabama. not_posted. Break Room job lead: Prototype Technician https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-autocar-autocar-job-otgxafwq 2026-10-21T03:36:46Z 2026-10-21T03:36:46Z Autocar. Hagerstown, Indiana. not_posted. Break Room job lead: Quality Inspector https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-autocar-autocar-job-o96wafw5 2026-10-21T03:36:46Z 2026-10-21T03:36:46Z Autocar. Birmingham, Alabama. not_posted. Break Room job lead: Solutions Technician https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-autocar-autocar-job-o7scafwv 2026-10-21T03:36:46Z 2026-10-21T03:36:46Z Autocar. Hagerstown, Indiana. not_posted. Break Room job lead: Search mechanic / repair openings at American Roll-Off (Palfinger) https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-american-roll-off-palfinger-mechanic 2026-10-21T03:36:46Z 2026-10-21T03:36:46Z American Roll-Off (Palfinger). National / multi-market. not_posted. Break Room job lead: Search welding / fabrication openings at American Roll-Off (Palfinger) https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-american-roll-off-palfinger-welding 2026-10-21T03:36:46Z 2026-10-21T03:36:46Z American Roll-Off (Palfinger). National / multi-market. not_posted.