The Tipping Floor https://www.thetippingfloor.com/ 2026-10-22T03:41:57.783713Z Source-linked refuse industry updates. Waste Connections lifts quarterly dividend 10% as cash returns stay in focus https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-big4-ecb24e1b61 2026-10-22T01:57:00Z 2026-10-22T01:57:00Z The increase signals balance-sheet confidence and may shape how investors read hauler margin discipline. Waste Connections posts stronger earnings and lifts its dividend again https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:registry-waste-connections-1-75f565190a 2026-10-21T21:14:00Z 2026-10-21T21:14:00Z Signals steady cash generation and shareholder returns from one of the sector’s largest haulers. Waste Connections posts higher Q3 adjusted earnings and lifts quarterly dividend https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:registry-waste-connections-1-23b73236cc 2026-10-21T21:10:17Z 2026-10-21T21:10:17Z A read on pricing power and cash returns from one of the sector’s biggest haulers. Waste Connections lifts guidance as landfill volumes firm up https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-big4-5b791e2cc5 2026-10-21T20:31:03Z 2026-10-21T20:31:03Z Improving disposal volumes can support pricing power and margin trends across the hauler network. Waste Connections lifts its dividend again, extending a 16-year streak https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-big4-ae821b2218 2026-10-21T20:05:00Z 2026-10-21T20:05:00Z The increase points to steady cash generation and a continued shareholder-return posture at a major hauler. Republic Services pauses bulky-item scheduling in Fullerton https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-big4-596c4dc445 2026-10-21T14:05:44Z 2026-10-21T14:05:44Z A local service interruption can signal route strain, staffing pressure, or temporary capacity limits. Commander says ARR tripled as it elevates Dave Meizlik to president and COO https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste360-f0a1cebf10 2026-10-21T12:41:37Z 2026-10-21T12:41:37Z The move signals faster sales execution in waste-tech, where haulers are still weighing automation spend against route economics. Recycle BC and SK Recycles earn Clean50 award for flexible plastics rollout https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste360-55aa7ba587 2026-10-21T12:31:54Z 2026-10-21T12:31:54Z The project signals how residential plastics collection changes can reshape sorting, hauling, and end-market expectations. Boston Green Company taps Fabian Lira to lead safety and compliance https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste360-4392327b35 2026-10-21T12:29:12Z 2026-10-21T12:29:12Z The hire signals tighter focus on incident control, training, and operational risk management. Battery fire prevention still needs a next step after public warnings https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste360-07afb68f40 2026-10-21T12:00:00Z 2026-10-21T12:00:00Z Operators need better source separation, not just awareness campaigns, to reduce truck and facility fire risk. Philadelphia’s leaf season raises a familiar waste question: rake, mulch, or leave them be https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:local-public-philadelphia-whyy-e0ada20671 2026-10-21T10:00:29Z 2026-10-21T10:00:29Z Leaf handling affects curbside volume, composting demand, and how much organic material reaches disposal sites. TRP’s Anthony Tusino Pushes Recycling Policy Toward Broader Industry Alignment https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste360-19d55b23e3 2026-10-21T10:00:00Z 2026-10-21T10:00:00Z Policy coordination can shape recycling economics, infrastructure investment, and compliance expectations for operators. EPA marks 50 years of RCRA as reform talk returns to waste rules https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste-today-9593f6a2dd 2026-10-21T00:00:00Z 2026-10-21T00:00:00Z The anniversary matters because RCRA and CERCLA still shape cleanup costs, recycler due diligence, and brownfield work. Houston plastics gasification system, patents and software head to auction https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste-today-88074a8a36 2026-10-21T00:00:00Z 2026-10-21T00:00:00Z A rare chance to buy a turnkey conversion platform could matter for WTE developers and asset hunters. 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. 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. Contract watch: Furnish and Deliver Recycling Carts https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#contracts:opengov-311486 2026-10-21T00:00:00Z 2026-10-21T00:00:00Z County of Frederick, MD has a source-linked procurement lead. Deadline: 2026-12-08. 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 2026-10-22T03:33:15Z 2026-10-22T03:33:15Z 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 2026-10-22T03:33:15Z 2026-10-22T03:33:15Z 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 2026-10-22T03:33:15Z 2026-10-22T03:33:15Z 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 2026-10-22T03:33:15Z 2026-10-22T03:33:15Z 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 2026-10-22T03:33:15Z 2026-10-22T03:33:15Z 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 2026-10-22T03:33:15Z 2026-10-22T03:33:15Z 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 2026-10-22T03:33:15Z 2026-10-22T03:33:15Z 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 2026-10-22T03:33:15Z 2026-10-22T03:33:15Z U.S. EPA. Monitor NSPS/EG requirements, state plan approvals, GCCS obligations, emissions thresholds, and reporting deadlines. 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). Industry calendar: Webinar: Supportive policies to increase the circularity of secondary raw materials in the EU https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:webinar-supportive-policies-to-increase-the-circularity-of-secondary-r-2026-10-29-bcf344207f 2026-10-19T16:40:21Z 2026-10-19T16:40:21Z International Solid Waste Association. Oct 29, 2026. virtual. Industry calendar: ISWA at COP31 | Live from Antalya – What the negotiations mean for the waste sector https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:iswa-at-cop31-live-from-antalya-what-the-negotiations-mean-for-the-was-2026-10-29-8fc8650cee 2026-10-19T16:39:56Z 2026-10-19T16:39:56Z International Solid Waste Association. Oct 29, 2026. virtual. 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-2026-10-29-2bbada1a2a 2026-10-12T19:23:52Z 2026-10-12T19:23:52Z International Solid Waste Association. Oct 29, 2026. virtual. Industry calendar: Women’s Council Fall Leadership Conference https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:women-s-council-fall-leadership-conference-2026-11-02-80faee28da 2026-10-19T16:39:38Z 2026-10-19T16:39:38Z National Waste & Recycling Association. Nov 2, 2026. Seattle, WA. Break Room job lead: Production Operator https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-autocar-autocar-job-ogvnafwi 2026-10-22T03:33:13Z 2026-10-22T03:33:13Z Autocar. Birmingham, Alabama. not_posted. Break Room job lead: Production Supervisor https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-autocar-autocar-job-orywafwf 2026-10-22T03:33:13Z 2026-10-22T03:33:13Z Autocar. Hagerstown, Indiana. not_posted. Break Room job lead: Prototype Engineering Technician https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-autocar-autocar-job-oacyafw4 2026-10-22T03:33:13Z 2026-10-22T03:33:13Z Autocar. Birmingham, Alabama. not_posted. Break Room job lead: Prototype Technician https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-autocar-autocar-job-otgxafwq 2026-10-22T03:33:13Z 2026-10-22T03:33:13Z Autocar. Hagerstown, Indiana. not_posted. Break Room job lead: Quality Inspector https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-autocar-autocar-job-o96wafw5 2026-10-22T03:33:13Z 2026-10-22T03:33:13Z Autocar. Birmingham, Alabama. 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 2026-10-22T03:33:13Z 2026-10-22T03:33:13Z 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 2026-10-22T03:33:13Z 2026-10-22T03:33:13Z 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 2026-10-22T03:33:13Z 2026-10-22T03:33:13Z Ampliroll / Marrel Corp.. National / multi-market. not_posted.