The Tipping Floor https://www.thetippingfloor.com/ 2026-07-12T14:27:43.070592Z Source-linked refuse industry updates. Vermont landfill accident kills subcontractor, putting site safety under scrutiny https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:registry-casella-1-cb45de7f90 2026-07-12T01:39:43Z 2026-07-12T01:39:43Z Fatal incidents can trigger tighter contractor controls, slower work, and renewed attention to landfill safety protocols. Denver’s new recycling and composting rules will reshape commercial collection demand https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:registry-local-denver-1-ebbd945863 2026-07-12T00:37:05Z 2026-07-12T00:37:05Z Haulers and facility operators should watch for higher organics volumes, contamination controls, and route changes. Denver moves to universal recycling and composting requirements https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:registry-local-denver-1-452fda6b7d 2026-07-12T00:32:10Z 2026-07-12T00:32:10Z New source-separated rules can reshape cart service, contamination rates, and processing demand for local operators. Denver’s universal recycling and composting rules raise the bar for local collection https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:registry-local-denver-1-cd34cd4879 2026-07-12T00:32:00Z 2026-07-12T00:32:00Z New requirements can change route design, cart service levels, and contamination management for haulers and city crews. NWRA sets Kansas-Missouri chapter meeting for fall 2026 https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-nwra-0e96e6e761 2026-07-11T20:21:15Z 2026-07-11T20:21:15Z A regional association meeting can surface policy, labor, and operating issues that affect local fleets and vendors. Philly bag-ban compliance still spotty, leaving waste-reduction gains on the table https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:local-public-philadelphia-whyy-37a5e2de0f 2026-07-11T09:00:22Z 2026-07-11T09:00:22Z Weak enforcement can blunt landfill, litter, and contamination benefits that operators and cities are counting on. Raleigh County recycling outreach loses a longtime educator as Sherrie Hunter retires https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:registry-local-carolinas-triangle-1-7a3292ea52 2026-07-11T03:42:00Z 2026-07-11T03:42:00Z Staffing continuity matters when municipalities rely on education to keep recycling streams clean and participation steady. Denver’s recycling and compost mandate is nearing for restaurants and apartments https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:registry-local-denver-1-79994a623b 2026-07-10T23:41:00Z 2026-07-10T23:41:00Z New organics rules can change cart counts, service frequency, and contamination risk for local operators. WM opens $110 million Colorado hub for hauling and recycling operations https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:registry-local-denver-1-4e5ba96e17 2026-07-10T15:15:00Z 2026-07-10T15:15:00Z A large new facility can reshape local route economics, transfer flow, and recycling throughput. Republic Services shares point to steady demand across the waste market https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-big4-a729e93dbf 2026-07-10T13:18:37Z 2026-07-10T13:18:37Z Investors are still treating core collection and disposal as a defensive, cash-generating business. TOMRA widens AUTOSORT PULSE use beyond aluminum alloy sorting https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste360-be6272937c 2026-07-10T12:57:36Z 2026-07-10T12:57:36Z Broader sensor sorting can change line economics for MRFs chasing higher-value metal recovery. APR broadens PCR certification as recycled-content claims face more scrutiny https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste360-a6260fdc99 2026-07-10T12:32:17Z 2026-07-10T12:32:17Z The program can help buyers verify material claims, which supports end-market demand for recovered plastics. Deere settlement could widen repair access for fleet owners and independent shops https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste-dive-12f0a6a444 2026-07-10T12:03:00Z 2026-07-10T12:03:00Z Repair-tool access can shorten downtime and shift service leverage away from dealer-only channels. Aurora’s $110 million waste facility comes online before Colorado recycling changes https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-big4-31629ec626 2026-07-10T12:00:20Z 2026-07-10T12:00:20Z New capacity could reshape inbound volumes, sorting flows, and route economics as statewide rules expand. Rising C&D volumes are making hydrogen sulfide control a bigger landfill problem https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste360-78465fc137 2026-07-10T12:00:00Z 2026-07-10T12:00:00Z Operators need better gas management as incoming waste streams intensify odor and safety pressure. San Jose flags ten common recycling contaminants for residents https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-local-san-jose-7397ede88b 2026-07-10T11:15:54Z 2026-07-10T11:15:54Z Cleaner carts mean fewer MRF headaches, lower sorting losses, and better capture for the city’s program. 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: 2026-07-15. Contract watch: Waste and Recycling Containers on Main Street https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#contracts:frisco-open-waste-and-recycling-containers-on-main-street 2026-07-12T14:23:39Z 2026-07-12T14:23:39Z Town of Frisco has a source-linked procurement lead. Deadline: 2026-07-16. Contract watch: WASTE SORTING STATION - 100.07 CONTAINERS, RECYCLING https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#contracts:oakland-isupplier-419528 2026-06-18T00:00:00Z 2026-06-18T00:00:00Z City of Oakland has a source-linked procurement lead. Deadline: 2026-07-20. Contract watch: Steel Refuse Dumpsters and Lids (Bid Discount) https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#contracts:opengov-276560 2026-07-07T00:00:00Z 2026-07-07T00:00:00Z City of Tampa has a source-linked procurement lead. Deadline: 2026-07-28. 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. Contract watch: Supply and Delivery of Rear Loading Garbage Trucks https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#contracts:sasktenders-rfq26-0269 2026-07-09T00:00:00Z 2026-07-09T00:00:00Z City of Saskatoon has a source-linked procurement lead. Deadline: 2026-08-14. Ready Line: 2025 Kenworth L770 McNeilus Front End Loader https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-trucks-and-parts-tw1260263fl-ready-line 2026-07-12T10:05:08Z 2026-07-12T10:05:08Z Front End Loader. location not listed. $356,900. Verified listing source included. Ready Line: 2025 Peterbilt 520 McNeilus Front End Loader https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-trucks-and-parts-tw1260260fl-ready-line 2026-07-12T10:05:08Z 2026-07-12T10:05:08Z Front End Loader. location not listed. $359,900. Verified listing source included. Ready Line: 2025 Peterbilt 520 McNeilus Front End Loader https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-trucks-and-parts-tw1260261fl-ready-line 2026-07-12T10:05:08Z 2026-07-12T10:05:08Z Front End Loader. location not listed. $359,900. Verified listing source included. Ready Line: 2025 Peterbilt 520 McNeilus Front End Loader https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-trucks-and-parts-tw1260262fl-ready-line 2026-07-12T10:05:08Z 2026-07-12T10:05:08Z Front End Loader. location not listed. $359,900. Verified listing source included. Mount Ready: 2024 Autocar ACX64 Cab & Chassis https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-rdk-65101106-autocarccfl 2026-07-12T10:05:08Z 2026-07-12T10:05:08Z 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 2026-07-12T10:05:08Z 2026-07-12T10:05:08Z 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 2026-07-12T10:05:08Z 2026-07-12T10:05:08Z 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 2026-07-12T10:05:08Z 2026-07-12T10:05:08Z 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 2026-07-12T11:37:14Z 2026-07-12T11:37:14Z 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 2026-07-12T11:37:14Z 2026-07-12T11:37:14Z Washington. Application close: October 14, 2025. 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 2026-07-12T11:37:14Z 2026-07-12T11:37:14Z 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 2026-07-12T11:37:14Z 2026-07-12T11:37:14Z 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 2026-07-12T11:37:14Z 2026-07-12T11:37:14Z 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 2026-07-12T11:37:14Z 2026-07-12T11:37:14Z 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 2026-07-12T11:37:14Z 2026-07-12T11:37:14Z 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 2026-07-12T14:14:53Z 2026-07-12T14:14:53Z 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 2026-07-12T14:14:53Z 2026-07-12T14:14:53Z 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 2026-07-12T14:14:53Z 2026-07-12T14:14:53Z 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 2026-07-12T14:14:53Z 2026-07-12T14:14:53Z 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 2026-07-12T14:14:53Z 2026-07-12T14:14:53Z 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 2026-07-12T14:14:53Z 2026-07-12T14:14:53Z 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 2026-07-12T14:14:53Z 2026-07-12T14:14:53Z 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 2026-07-12T14:14:53Z 2026-07-12T14:14:53Z U.S. EPA. Monitor NSPS/EG requirements, state plan approvals, GCCS obligations, emissions thresholds, and reporting deadlines. Industry calendar: Role of Thrift Stores: Material Reuse Forum 13 https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:role-of-thrift-stores-material-reuse-forum-13-2026-07-13-b21617c523 2026-07-06T13:34:45Z 2026-07-06T13:34:45Z Northeast Recycling Council. Jul 13, 2026. unknown. Industry calendar: RCRA/DOT HazMat Training | calrma-association https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:rcra-dot-hazmat-training-calrma-association-2026-07-13-1f69ad67b6 2026-07-06T13:34:29Z 2026-07-06T13:34:29Z California Resource Management Association. Jul 13, 2026. unknown. Industry calendar: Notice of Public Workshop – SB 1215 Covered Battery-Embedded Products Emergency Regulations https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:notice-of-public-workshop-sb-1215-covered-battery-embedded-products-em-2026-07-14-6da9dab91e 2026-07-06T13:33:39Z 2026-07-06T13:33:39Z CalRecycle. Jul 14, 2026. CalEPA Building, Byron Sher Auditorium, Sacramento, CA. Industry calendar: Carolinas Meeting & Golf Outing https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:carolinas-meeting-golf-outing-2026-07-15-b865a3bcac 2026-07-06T13:32:36Z 2026-07-06T13:32:36Z 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 2026-07-06T13:32:11Z 2026-07-06T13:32:11Z 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 2026-07-06T13:33:55Z 2026-07-06T13:33:55Z 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 2026-07-06T13:32:36Z 2026-07-06T13:32:36Z National Waste & Recycling Association. Jul 17, 2026. Bloomingdale Golf Club – Bloomingdale, IL. Industry calendar: Webinar: Building an Inclusive Green Workforce for Europe’s Circular Future https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:webinar-building-an-inclusive-green-workforce-for-europe-s-circular-fu-2026-07-17-695924ac44 2026-07-06T13:33:28Z 2026-07-06T13:33:28Z International Solid Waste Association. Jul 17, 2026. virtual. Break Room job lead: WM Service Manager https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-autocar-autocar-job-o3w7zfwz 2026-07-12T14:14:53Z 2026-07-12T14:14:53Z 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 2026-07-12T14:14:53Z 2026-07-12T14:14:53Z 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 2026-07-12T14:14:53Z 2026-07-12T14:14:53Z 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 2026-07-12T14:14:53Z 2026-07-12T14:14:53Z 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 2026-07-12T14:14:53Z 2026-07-12T14:14:53Z 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 2026-07-12T14:14:53Z 2026-07-12T14:14:53Z 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 2026-07-12T14:14:53Z 2026-07-12T14:14:53Z 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 2026-07-12T14:14:53Z 2026-07-12T14:14:53Z Battle Motors (formerly Crane Carrier / CCC). National / multi-market. not_posted.