The Tipping Floor https://www.thetippingfloor.com/ 2026-06-24T15:33:41.193155Z Source-linked refuse industry updates. 17 states challenge California’s plastic packaging recycling law https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste360-d81fe8d19b 2026-06-24T13:26:24Z 2026-06-24T13:26:24Z The case could shape packaging rules, recycling costs, and compliance expectations for haulers and brands. WM of Colorado adds HBS Trash Service in a Colorado route expansion https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste360-5f0ff8fd39 2026-06-24T13:14:16Z 2026-06-24T13:14:16Z Another tuck-in deal that can tighten density, lift pricing leverage, and reshape local competitive pressure. AI compliance tools aim to turn EHS paperwork into a faster, proactive workflow https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste360-cf12bb1220 2026-06-24T12:00:00Z 2026-06-24T12:00:00Z For haulers and facilities, better compliance software can free up staff time and reduce missed deadlines. Plastics recycling’s next phase hinges on markets, infrastructure, and execution https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste360-6a59dbfaf4 2026-06-24T11:00:00Z 2026-06-24T11:00:00Z Operators need the plastics outlook because commodity swings and processing limits shape route economics and facility investment. BI Asset Management trims Republic Services stake in a small share sale https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-big4-7d3f924517 2026-06-24T07:22:47Z 2026-06-24T07:22:47Z A modest institutional sale can signal portfolio rebalancing, but it does not change route economics or operations. Republic Services adds Texas hazardous waste assets in targeted expansion https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-big4-dfad1cf665 2026-06-24T03:05:52Z 2026-06-24T03:05:52Z The deal signals continued push into higher-value industrial waste work and broader downstream service coverage. Republic Services briefs Lima on pest control work as service pressure stays visible https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-big4-3f22dd2cf6 2026-06-24T01:14:33Z 2026-06-24T01:14:33Z Pest-control follow-up can signal route discipline, site conditions, and customer-service risk for haulers. John Zubick’s London shred line gets a major throughput lift from Wendt https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:recycling-today-7d08d45f17 2026-06-24T00:00:00Z 2026-06-24T00:00:00Z Higher tons per hour and better material quality can reshape scrap margins and downstream sales. Weber County hands transfer station operations to WM under 10-year lease https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste-today-d0ea65e100 2026-06-24T00:00:00Z 2026-06-24T00:00:00Z The deal shapes local disposal capacity, employee transition, and competitive pressure in northern Utah. VLS CEO wins EY honor as industrial waste platform keeps scaling https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste-today-6ca0ddcaeb 2026-06-24T00:00:00Z 2026-06-24T00:00:00Z Magee’s run at VLS signals how aggressive M&A and safety discipline are reshaping industrial waste competition. Phoenix says food-waste pilot advanced its zero-waste goals https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-refuse-0ca23166c6 2026-06-23T23:23:31Z 2026-06-23T23:23:31Z Pilot results matter for route planning, organics capture, and future municipal collection demand. Waste Connections schedules July 22 for its second-quarter 2026 earnings update https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:registry-waste-connections-1-7adad3b7b4 2026-06-23T21:24:57Z 2026-06-23T21:24:57Z A public-company earnings date gives the market a near-term read on pricing, volumes, and margin trends. Melbourne flags no WM collection on July 4, shifting holiday route timing https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-big4-a5877c847c 2026-06-23T21:15:19Z 2026-06-23T21:15:19Z Holiday service changes can drive missed-setout complaints, overtime planning, and downstream disposal timing. Rumpke returns to Mt. Washington with a higher monthly trash rate https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:registry-rumpke-1-a2c4b5e7ce 2026-06-23T20:54:00Z 2026-06-23T20:54:00Z Local collection resets can signal pricing power, service churn, and neighborhood-level contract risk. Forest Hill recycling plant fire underscores hot-work risk for processors https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-local-fort-worth-5584dd7324 2026-06-23T20:23:52Z 2026-06-23T20:23:52Z Facility fires can disrupt inbound material flow, insurance costs, and downtime planning for haulers and MRF operators. Painesville’s cart-fee lawsuit puts Republic’s billing model under a local spotlight https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-big4-5f8b1a09f7 2026-06-23T20:13:00Z 2026-06-23T20:13:00Z The case could shape how haulers structure container charges and defend municipal fee schedules. Contract watch: Authorized Battle Motors (Formerly Crane Carrier) Service, Repair, Maintenance, and OEM Parts https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#contracts:opengov-263677 2026-05-26T00:00:00Z 2026-05-26T00:00:00Z City of Pasadena has a source-linked procurement lead. Deadline: 2026-06-29. Contract watch: FURNISHING AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY ROLL OFF CONTAINERS AS REQUIRED BY THE COUNTY OF MIDDLESEX https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#contracts:opengov-252044 2026-06-10T00:00:00Z 2026-06-10T00:00:00Z Middlesex County has a source-linked procurement lead. Deadline: 2026-06-30. 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. Ready Line: 2026 Peterbilt 520 Amrep Front End Loader https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-tlg-tf786182-2026-peterbilt-520 2026-06-21T11:27:32Z 2026-06-21T11:27:32Z 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 2026-06-21T11:27:32Z 2026-06-21T11:27:32Z 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 2026-06-21T11:27:32Z 2026-06-21T11:27:32Z 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 2026-06-21T11:27:32Z 2026-06-21T11:27:32Z 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 2026-06-21T11:27:32Z 2026-06-21T11:27:32Z 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 2026-06-21T11:27:32Z 2026-06-21T11:27:32Z 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 2026-06-21T11:27:32Z 2026-06-21T11:27:32Z 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 2026-06-21T11:27:32Z 2026-06-21T11:27:32Z 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 2026-06-21T12:25:06Z 2026-06-21T12:25:06Z 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 2026-06-21T12:25:06Z 2026-06-21T12:25:06Z 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 2026-06-21T12:25:06Z 2026-06-21T12:25:06Z 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 2026-06-21T12:25:06Z 2026-06-21T12:25:06Z 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 2026-06-21T12:25:06Z 2026-06-21T12:25:06Z 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 2026-06-21T12:25:06Z 2026-06-21T12:25:06Z 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 2026-06-21T12:25:06Z 2026-06-21T12:25:06Z 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 2026-06-24T15:22:35Z 2026-06-24T15:22:35Z 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 2026-06-24T15:22:35Z 2026-06-24T15:22:35Z 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 2026-06-24T15:22:35Z 2026-06-24T15:22:35Z 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 2026-06-24T15:22:35Z 2026-06-24T15:22:35Z 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 2026-06-24T15:22:35Z 2026-06-24T15:22:35Z 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 2026-06-24T15:22:35Z 2026-06-24T15:22:35Z 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 2026-06-24T15:22:35Z 2026-06-24T15:22:35Z 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 2026-06-24T15:22:35Z 2026-06-24T15:22:35Z U.S. EPA. Monitor NSPS/EG requirements, state plan approvals, GCCS obligations, emissions thresholds, and reporting deadlines. Industry calendar: Oklahoma Chapter Meeting https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:oklahoma-chapter-meeting-2026-06-24-4e262e457a 2026-06-22T15:10:12Z 2026-06-22T15:10:12Z National Waste & Recycling Association. Jun 24, 2026. Freddie Paul’s – Stillwater, OK. Industry calendar: 2025 Electronic Annual Report (EAR) Webinar https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:2025-electronic-annual-report-ear-webinar-2026-06-24-f8c4463048 2026-06-22T15:10:16Z 2026-06-22T15:10:16Z CalRecycle. Jun 24, 2026. Zoom Meeting. Industry calendar: 2026 Virtual California Tire Workshop Series https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:2026-virtual-california-tire-workshop-series-2026-06-25-842ae43228 2026-06-22T15:10:22Z 2026-06-22T15:10:22Z CalRecycle. Jun 25, 2026. virtual. Industry calendar: SWANA Upcoming Training Events https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:swana-upcoming-training-events-2026-06-25-4c0782c989 2026-06-22T15:09:50Z 2026-06-22T15:09:50Z Solid Waste Association of North America. Jun 25, 2026. virtual. Industry calendar: Packaging Producer Responsibility Advisory Board Meeting https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:packaging-producer-responsibility-advisory-board-meeting-2026-06-26-85cd925f72 2026-06-22T15:10:16Z 2026-06-22T15:10:16Z CalRecycle. Jun 26, 2026. CalEPA Building, Sierra Hearing Room, Sacramento, CA. Industry calendar: Rocky Mountain Chapter Golf Tournament https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:rocky-mountain-chapter-golf-tournament-2026-06-29-8a0e443352 2026-06-22T15:10:12Z 2026-06-22T15:10:12Z National Waste & Recycling Association. Jun 29, 2026. Blackstone Country Club – Denver, CO. Industry calendar: Application Due Date: Beverage Container Redemption Innovation Grant Program (Dealer Cooperatives) https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:application-due-date-beverage-container-redemption-innovation-grant-pr-2026-06-30-d319dd8ce3 2026-06-22T15:10:16Z 2026-06-22T15:10:16Z CalRecycle. Jun 30, 2026. virtual. 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. Break Room job lead: Head of Vocation-Specific Indirect Distribution and Service Channels https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-autocar-autocar-job-o051zfwp 2026-06-24T15:22:34Z 2026-06-24T15:22:34Z Autocar. Birmingham, Alabama. not_posted. Break Room job lead: Production Operator https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-autocar-autocar-job-oc11zfwx 2026-06-24T15:22:34Z 2026-06-24T15:22:34Z Autocar. Birmingham, Alabama. not_posted. Break Room job lead: Regional Service Manager-Southern California https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-autocar-autocar-job-o1wtzfwj 2026-06-24T15:22:34Z 2026-06-24T15:22:34Z Autocar. Remote, San Francisco, California. not_posted. Break Room job lead: WM Service Manager https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-autocar-autocar-job-o3w7zfwz 2026-06-24T15:22:34Z 2026-06-24T15:22:34Z 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 2026-06-24T15:22:34Z 2026-06-24T15:22:34Z 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 2026-06-24T15:22:34Z 2026-06-24T15:22:34Z 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 2026-06-24T15:22:34Z 2026-06-24T15:22:34Z 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 2026-06-24T15:22:34Z 2026-06-24T15:22:34Z Ampliroll / Marrel Corp.. National / multi-market. not_posted.