The Tipping Floor https://www.thetippingfloor.com/ 2026-10-23T03:58:34.470645Z Source-linked refuse industry updates. Morningstar lifts Waste Connections value view as volumes and revenue improve https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-big4-fb6da9e365 2026-10-22T20:23:04Z 2026-10-22T20:23:04Z Signals on pricing and tonnage can shape expectations for margin durability across large-route haulers. Republic Services California workers join Teamsters, raising labor stakes for routes https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-big4-d497b238fa 2026-10-22T17:21:28Z 2026-10-22T17:21:28Z Unionization can affect staffing, bargaining leverage, and day-to-day collection reliability at a major hauler. Waste Connections lifts shares after a 3Q beat and firmer 2026 outlook https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:registry-waste-connections-1-d5539e0dad 2026-10-22T16:53:12Z 2026-10-22T16:53:12Z Signals on margin, pricing, and capital discipline matter for rivals, lenders, and route buyers. CompuCycle and Goodwill Houston team up on recycling workforce training https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:registry-local-houston-1-1375445e6e 2026-10-22T16:50:00Z 2026-10-22T16:50:00Z Training partnerships can help operators widen hiring pipelines and reduce onboarding friction in tight labor markets. Waste Connections weighs diesel pressure as Middle East tensions ripple into energy markets https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-big4-5f2489cf9b 2026-10-22T16:30:00Z 2026-10-22T16:30:00Z Fuel volatility can move collection margins quickly, especially for large route networks with limited near-term hedging flexibility. Waste Connections says stronger solid waste volumes lifted third-quarter results https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-big4-f719cdda46 2026-10-22T14:10:00Z 2026-10-22T14:10:00Z A read on collection demand that can signal pricing leverage and operating momentum for large haulers. Waste Connections lifts 2026 outlook after stronger third-quarter performance https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste360-8439a23a69 2026-10-22T12:45:44Z 2026-10-22T12:45:44Z Rising landfill volumes and commodity revenue point to healthier operating leverage for large haulers. WM heads into Q3 with Wall Street watching volume, pricing, and margin trends https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:registry-wm-1-185ba1ca5a 2026-10-22T12:15:08Z 2026-10-22T12:15:08Z Pre-earnings estimates can hint at route economics and disposal-cost pressure across the sector. Waste Connections offsets diesel pressure with pricing, commodities and deal rollover https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste-dive-029ba63d30 2026-10-22T10:52:36Z 2026-10-22T10:52:36Z Fuel spikes are still squeezing margins, but the company’s scale lets it push surcharges and absorb shocks. Waste Connections lifts 2026 outlook as landfill declines ease https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:registry-waste-connections-1-07425789c1 2026-10-22T10:23:17Z 2026-10-22T10:23:17Z A better volume trend at the landfill level can reshape pricing, capex, and investor expectations across the hauler space. CARBIOS moves to license textile recycling tech as circular markets scale https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste360-8fde6fdc47 2026-10-22T10:00:00Z 2026-10-22T10:00:00Z Licensing could shape who captures value from textile diversion, processing capacity, and future feedstock contracts. Court ruling clears Juniper Ridge expansion path after regulator win https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste360-b4772518c3 2026-10-22T10:00:00Z 2026-10-22T10:00:00Z More disposal capacity can reshape local tipping fees, haul distances, and long-term landfill planning. 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. Canada and Ontario back steel industry with multibillion-dollar procurement push https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:recycling-today-0cd373e37f 2026-10-22T00:00:00Z 2026-10-22T00:00:00Z Public buying preferences could ripple into equipment costs, lead times, and domestic supply for fleet buyers. 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. 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 2026-10-23T03:44:12Z 2026-10-23T03:44:12Z 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 2026-10-23T03:44:12Z 2026-10-23T03:44:12Z 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 2026-10-23T03:44:12Z 2026-10-23T03:44:12Z 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 2026-10-23T03:44:12Z 2026-10-23T03:44:12Z 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 2026-10-23T03:44:12Z 2026-10-23T03:44:12Z 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 2026-10-23T03:44:12Z 2026-10-23T03:44:12Z 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 2026-10-23T03:44:12Z 2026-10-23T03:44:12Z 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 2026-10-23T03:44:12Z 2026-10-23T03:44:12Z 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: Prototype Engineering Technician https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-autocar-autocar-job-oacyafw4 2026-10-23T03:44:11Z 2026-10-23T03:44:11Z Autocar. Birmingham, Alabama. not_posted. Break Room job lead: Quality Inspector https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-autocar-autocar-job-o96wafw5 2026-10-23T03:44:11Z 2026-10-23T03:44:11Z 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 2026-10-23T03:44:11Z 2026-10-23T03:44:11Z 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 2026-10-23T03:44:11Z 2026-10-23T03:44:11Z 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 2026-10-23T03:44:11Z 2026-10-23T03:44:11Z 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 2026-10-23T03:44:11Z 2026-10-23T03:44:11Z 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 2026-10-23T03:44:11Z 2026-10-23T03:44:11Z 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 2026-10-23T03:44:11Z 2026-10-23T03:44:11Z Autocar (chassis). National / multi-market. not_posted.