The Tipping Floor https://www.thetippingfloor.com/ 2026-07-01T15:38:40.658370Z Source-linked refuse industry updates. Chicago crews race to clear storm-damaged trees before holiday fire risk rises https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:local-public-chicago-block-club-afdfdd6004 2026-07-01T13:55:00Z 2026-07-01T13:55:00Z Delayed debris removal can strain municipal sanitation staffing and create short-term safety and service pressures. NWRF battery safety PSA wins Gold at the Telly Awards https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste360-a421f6704c 2026-07-01T12:55:33Z 2026-07-01T12:55:33Z The campaign spot reinforces battery diversion practices that affect collection safety, facility risk, and public contamination rates. McNeilus expands parts distribution capacity at Murfreesboro plant https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:registry-mcneilus-1-782765845e 2026-07-01T12:49:52Z 2026-07-01T12:49:52Z More parts throughput can shorten repair cycles and improve body uptime for fleets. McNeilus adds parts distribution capacity inside its Murfreesboro plant https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste360-eddfc369e1 2026-07-01T12:45:53Z 2026-07-01T12:45:53Z More local parts handling can tighten repair turnaround and support fleet uptime for refuse operators. SB 54 rollout exposes the operational friction behind California’s EPR program https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste360-74c93bcaeb 2026-07-01T11:00:00Z 2026-07-01T11:00:00Z Packaging compliance rules can reshape collection, sorting, and downstream material flows for operators and processors. Waste Connections of Canada launches $100 million RNG project at Ridge Landfill https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:registry-waste-connections-1-24da2d113e 2026-07-01T09:21:16Z 2026-07-01T09:21:16Z Landfill gas-to-fuel investments can reshape revenue mix and emissions strategy for large haulers. iA Global Asset Management discloses a $21.73 million Republic Services stake https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-big4-5e28cb68f1 2026-07-01T08:11:19Z 2026-07-01T08:11:19Z Institutional positioning in a top hauler can signal how investors view route density, pricing power, and cash flow. Ontario landfill-to-RNG project could reshape Waste Connections’ value story https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-big4-12b9f7194a 2026-07-01T05:19:52Z 2026-07-01T05:19:52Z New gas-to-fuel economics at a key disposal asset can influence margins and investor assumptions. Volvo Trucks’ Dublin plant steps up output of its new regional hauler https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-refuse-a7453db8bd 2026-07-01T03:57:31Z 2026-07-01T03:57:31Z Higher production can affect lead times, spec availability, and replacement planning for regional fleets. Republic pickup delays draw local scrutiny as service complaints mount https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-big4-af64586735 2026-07-01T02:06:47Z 2026-07-01T02:06:47Z Route reliability and missed pickups can quickly turn into churn risk, overtime, and municipal pressure. NYC restores sticker enforcement for alternate-side parking violators https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:local-public-nyc-abc7-8bbc1e1969 2026-07-01T02:06:00Z 2026-07-01T02:06:00Z The change could improve street-cleaning compliance and signals tighter curbside enforcement around sanitation operations. Republic Services leans into standardized curbside recycling with its Blue Barrel push https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:registry-republic-services-1-dba33b55d1 2026-07-01T00:24:49Z 2026-07-01T00:24:49Z Standardization could simplify collection and sorting, with implications for contamination, service consistency, and operating costs. PMR turns 30 and keeps building out North Carolina processing capacity https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:recycling-today-40fd495ba9 2026-07-01T00:00:00Z 2026-07-01T00:00:00Z The Gastonia expansion signals more converter-processing throughput and tighter competition for feedstock across North America. Algoma’s Q2 shipments fall, but EAF ramp still supports margin outlook https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:recycling-today-43b568c939 2026-07-01T00:00:00Z 2026-07-01T00:00:00Z A key scrap-consuming steelmaker’s volume swing signals near-term demand pressure and capacity transition risk. Waste fleets can cut callbacks by proving service at every stop https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste-today-0efbb2875b 2026-07-01T00:00:00Z 2026-07-01T00:00:00Z Route verification and video evidence can reduce re-dispatches, labor waste, and SLA exposure. Republic Services sets Aug. 6 earnings date, giving markets a fresh read on hauling demand https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-big4-6c741825d9 2026-06-30T20:05:00Z 2026-06-30T20:05:00Z The call can signal pricing discipline, volume trends, and margin pressure across the large-cap waste group. Contract watch: Term Contract for Trailer Truck Rentals https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#contracts:opengov-266317 2026-06-01T00:00:00Z 2026-06-01T00:00:00Z Seminole County has a source-linked procurement lead. Deadline: 2026-07-01. Contract watch: Elevator Cart Assembly Parts for Amrep Side Loader https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#contracts:opengov-278127 2026-06-24T00:00:00Z 2026-06-24T00:00:00Z City of Avondale has a source-linked procurement lead. Deadline: 2026-07-06. Contract watch: Solid Waste Truck Wash Replacement (Rebid) https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#contracts:opengov-276420 2026-07-01T00:00:00Z 2026-07-01T00:00:00Z City of Clearwater has a source-linked procurement lead. Deadline: 2026-08-12. Ready Line: 2026 Peterbilt 520 Amrep Front End Loader https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-tlg-tf786182-2026-peterbilt-520 2026-06-28T10:38:07Z 2026-06-28T10:38:07Z Front End Loader. TLG Peterbilt - Charlotte - Charlotte, NC. $399,900. Verified listing source included. Ready Line: 2026 Peterbilt 520 Amrep Front End Loader https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-tlg-tf791262-2026-peterbilt-520 2026-06-28T10:38:07Z 2026-06-28T10:38:07Z Front End Loader. TLG Used Truck Center - Strafford, MO. $479,479. Verified listing source included. Ready Line: 2026 Peterbilt 520 Amrep Front End Loader https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-tlg-tf786181-2026-peterbilt-520 2026-06-28T10:38:07Z 2026-06-28T10:38:07Z Front End Loader. TLG Used Truck Center - Strafford, MO. $399,900. Verified listing source included. Ready Line: 2026 Peterbilt 520 Amrep Front End Loader https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-tlg-tf791219-2026-peterbilt-520 2026-06-28T10:38:07Z 2026-06-28T10:38:07Z Front End Loader. TLG Peterbilt - Dayton - Tipp City, OH. $399,900. Verified listing source included. Mount Ready: 2024 Autocar ACX64 Cab & Chassis https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-rdk-65101106-autocarccfl 2026-06-28T10:38:07Z 2026-06-28T10:38:07Z Cabover Refuse Chassis. Tampa, FL. price not listed. Verified listing source included. Mount Ready: 2026 Battle Motors RAIDER (LET2) Cab & Chassis Rear Loader Series https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-rdk-65101105-bmcab-chassirl 2026-06-28T10:38:07Z 2026-06-28T10:38:07Z Cabover Refuse Chassis. Tampa, FL. price not listed. Verified listing source included. Mount Ready: 2026 Battle Motors RAIDER (LET2) Cab & Chassis Side Loader Series https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-rdk-65101107-bmcab-chassisl 2026-06-28T10:38:07Z 2026-06-28T10:38:07Z Cabover Refuse Chassis. Tampa, FL. price not listed. Verified listing source included. Mount Ready: 2026 Battle Motors Raider (LET2) Cab and Chassis Front Loader Series https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-rdk-65101104-bmcab-chassifl 2026-06-28T10:38:07Z 2026-06-28T10:38:07Z Cabover Refuse Chassis. Tampa, FL. price not listed. Verified listing source included. Funding watch: Diesel Refuse Truck Replacement Program https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#funding:afdc-12342-6fbd73a6 2026-06-28T12:02:26Z 2026-06-28T12:02:26Z 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 2026-06-28T12:02:26Z 2026-06-28T12:02:26Z Washington. Application close: close date not listed. 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 2026-06-28T12:02:26Z 2026-06-28T12:02:26Z 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: 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: October 7, 2026. 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 2026-06-28T12:02:26Z 2026-06-28T12:02:26Z 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 2026-06-28T12:02:26Z 2026-06-28T12:02:26Z 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 2026-06-28T12:02:26Z 2026-06-28T12:02:26Z 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. Funding watch: Heavy-Duty Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Grant – Santa Barbara County https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#funding:afdc-12504-eec23a0d 2026-06-28T12:02:26Z 2026-06-28T12:02:26Z California. Application close: close date not listed. The Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District (SBCAPCD) provides grants to offset the costs of zero-emission (zero tailpipe emission) heavy-duty vehicles that reduce on-road emissions within Santa Barbara County. Eligible projects include the replacement of commercial trucks and buses, transit buses, authorized emergency vehicle, transportation. Compliance watch: Hazardous Waste Transportation https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#compliance:comp-us-hazardous-waste-transportation-6bbfb249 2026-07-01T15:25:43Z 2026-07-01T15:25:43Z 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 2026-07-01T15:25:43Z 2026-07-01T15:25:43Z 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 2026-07-01T15:25:43Z 2026-07-01T15:25:43Z 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 2026-07-01T15:25:43Z 2026-07-01T15:25:43Z 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 2026-07-01T15:25:43Z 2026-07-01T15:25:43Z 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 2026-07-01T15:25:43Z 2026-07-01T15:25:43Z 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 2026-07-01T15:25:43Z 2026-07-01T15:25:43Z 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 2026-07-01T15:25:43Z 2026-07-01T15:25:43Z U.S. EPA. Monitor NSPS/EG requirements, state plan approvals, GCCS obligations, emissions thresholds, and reporting deadlines. Industry calendar: RCRA/DOT HazMat Training | calrma-association https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:rcra-dot-hazmat-training-calrma-association-2026-07-13-1f69ad67b6 2026-06-22T15:11:19Z 2026-06-22T15:11:19Z California Resource Management Association. Jul 13, 2026. unknown. Industry calendar: Carolinas Meeting & Golf Outing https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:carolinas-meeting-golf-outing-2026-07-15-b865a3bcac 2026-06-22T15:10:12Z 2026-06-22T15:10:12Z National Waste & Recycling Association. Jul 15, 2026. Pinehurst Resort – Pinehurst, NC. Industry calendar: Your One-Stop Shop for SWANA Webinars https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:your-one-stop-shop-for-swana-webinars-2026-07-15-370e1e6d75 2026-06-22T15:09:49Z 2026-06-22T15:09:49Z Solid Waste Association of North America. Jul 15, 2026. virtual. Industry calendar: BBSC Behavior Change Workshop — California Resource Recovery Association https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:bbsc-behavior-change-workshop-california-resource-recovery-association-2026-07-15-da67bb3d19 2026-06-22T15:10:42Z 2026-06-22T15:10:42Z California Resource Recovery Association. Jul 15, 2026. unknown. Industry calendar: NEW DATE: 36th Annual Illinois Trash Can Open https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:new-date-36th-annual-illinois-trash-can-open-2026-07-17-2b846fa347 2026-06-22T15:10:12Z 2026-06-22T15:10:12Z National Waste & Recycling Association. Jul 17, 2026. Bloomingdale Golf Club – Bloomingdale, IL. Industry calendar: Thermal Runaway: Managing Lithium-Ion Battery Risks in Waste and Recycling Operations https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:thermal-runaway-managing-lithium-ion-battery-risks-in-waste-and-recycl-2026-08-13-751d3f046b 2026-06-22T15:10:12Z 2026-06-22T15:10:12Z National Waste & Recycling Association. Aug 13, 2026. virtual. Industry calendar: BBSC Behavior Change Workshop — California Resource Recovery Association https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:bbsc-behavior-change-workshop-california-resource-recovery-association-2026-08-19-98729055e2 2026-05-11T17:35:55Z 2026-05-11T17:35:55Z California Resource Recovery Association. Aug 19, 2026. unknown. Industry calendar: Northeast Invitational https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:northeast-invitational-2026-08-24-71720961f9 2026-06-22T15:10:12Z 2026-06-22T15:10:12Z National Waste & Recycling Association. Aug 24, 2026. Sonny’s Place and GreatHorse – Hampden, MA. Break Room job lead: WM Service Manager https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-autocar-autocar-job-o3w7zfwz 2026-07-01T15:25:42Z 2026-07-01T15:25:42Z Autocar. Remote, 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 2026-07-01T15:25:42Z 2026-07-01T15:25:42Z 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 2026-07-01T15:25:42Z 2026-07-01T15:25:42Z American Roll-Off (Palfinger). National / multi-market. not_posted. Break Room job lead: Search mechanic / repair openings at Ampliroll / Marrel Corp. https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-ampliroll-marrel-corp-mechanic 2026-07-01T15:25:42Z 2026-07-01T15:25:42Z Ampliroll / Marrel Corp.. National / multi-market. not_posted. Break Room job lead: Search welding / fabrication openings at Ampliroll / Marrel Corp. https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-ampliroll-marrel-corp-welding 2026-07-01T15:25:42Z 2026-07-01T15:25:42Z Ampliroll / Marrel Corp.. National / multi-market. not_posted. Break Room job lead: Search mechanic / repair openings at Autocar (chassis) https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-autocar-chassis-mechanic 2026-07-01T15:25:42Z 2026-07-01T15:25:42Z Autocar (chassis). National / multi-market. not_posted. Break Room job lead: Search welding / fabrication openings at Autocar (chassis) https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-autocar-chassis-welding 2026-07-01T15:25:42Z 2026-07-01T15:25:42Z Autocar (chassis). National / multi-market. not_posted. Break Room job lead: Search mechanic / repair openings at Battle Motors (formerly Crane Carrier / CCC) https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-battle-motors-formerly-crane-carrier-ccc-mechanic 2026-07-01T15:25:42Z 2026-07-01T15:25:42Z Battle Motors (formerly Crane Carrier / CCC). National / multi-market. not_posted.