The Tipping Floor https://www.thetippingfloor.com/ 2026-08-03T13:52:35.046795Z Source-linked refuse industry updates. WM pushes landfill automation testing with Caterpillar beyond remote control https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste360-22aa99b6c6 2026-08-03T13:05:30Z 2026-08-03T13:05:30Z Autonomous dozers and loaders could reshape labor, uptime, and safety at high-volume disposal sites. Brands lean on packaging data as California SB 54 compliance pressure builds https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste360-783a19ad95 2026-08-03T12:45:43Z 2026-08-03T12:45:43Z Packaging accuracy is becoming a practical gatekeeper for EPR strategy, reporting, and cost control. PET thermoform recovery hits a record, but contamination still limits circularity https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste360-423e2c603a 2026-08-03T12:30:26Z 2026-08-03T12:30:26Z Higher recovery volumes matter only if haulers and MRFs can cut yield loss and contamination. North Philly nonprofit uses disposal vouchers to steer debris away from illegal dumpsites https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:local-public-philadelphia-whyy-34f84fe35e 2026-08-03T09:30:00Z 2026-08-03T09:30:00Z The program shows how small disposal subsidies can protect route economics and reduce cleanup burdens. AISI pushes back on China’s subsidy defense as steel overcapacity debate continues https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:recycling-today-a21ebd196b 2026-08-03T00:00:00Z 2026-08-03T00:00:00Z The dispute matters because global steel supply and pricing ripple into scrap markets, mill buying, and margin planning. InterPro adds Alberta recycler to tighten its Canadian scrap supply chain https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:recycling-today-9a1c08f79f 2026-08-02T00:00:00Z 2026-08-02T00:00:00Z The deal strengthens feedstock security and expands InterPro’s reach in Western Canada’s scrap market. New Jersey’s utensil rule shifts plastic waste costs onto restaurants https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:local-public-philadelphia-whyy-99568e40d3 2026-08-01T09:15:51Z 2026-08-01T09:15:51Z The mandate can trim disposable volume and change ordering, stocking, and contamination patterns for food-service operators. Waste Connections screens cheap as cash flow keeps supporting the story https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:registry-waste-connections-1-8136154232 2026-08-01T02:24:29Z 2026-08-01T02:24:29Z Public-market valuation on a major hauler can shape deal appetite, financing, and competitive positioning. Republic Services adds Sound Disposal in local tuck-in deal https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-big4-f4c40f060c 2026-08-01T01:50:37Z 2026-08-01T01:50:37Z Small-hauler acquisitions can shift route density, pricing leverage, and future integration plans. Lakeside Auto adds ultra-fine metal recovery to squeeze more value from ASR https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste-today-0a29ca8f04 2026-08-01T00:00:00Z 2026-08-01T00:00:00Z Higher fines recovery can lift nonferrous yield and improve payback on shredder-line upgrades. Scrap yards are pushing concrete harder than standard mixes can handle https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:recycling-today-619c398abe 2026-08-01T00:00:00Z 2026-08-01T00:00:00Z Surface failure can shut down lanes and add repair cost, making yard-spec concrete a real operations decision. Nycon pitches tougher concrete for scrap yards facing constant surface damage https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:recycling-today-68af22de88 2026-08-01T00:00:00Z 2026-08-01T00:00:00Z Longer-lasting pads can cut downtime, replacement cycles, and heavy-equipment disruption in abrasive yards. Miami-Dade pushes for higher recycling while incinerator plan stays unresolved https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:registry-local-miami-1-5f064fbe11 2026-07-31T22:42:00Z 2026-07-31T22:42:00Z The county’s disposal path could shape tipping fees, diversion targets, and future collection contracts. New Hampshire’s landfill law could reshape disposal costs and site operations https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:registry-casella-1-aa6d595d81 2026-07-31T19:45:00Z 2026-07-31T19:45:00Z Tighter state oversight may change tipping economics, permitting timelines, and long-term capacity planning. WM takes its fleet to Washoe County Parks’ Big Rig & Dig Week in Reno https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-big4-3f7e668f6b 2026-07-31T19:25:00Z 2026-07-31T19:25:00Z Public-facing fleet events can support recruiting, local goodwill, and customer awareness for haulers. Miami-Dade’s zero-waste plan could reshape collection and diversion requirements https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-big4-5fac91272a 2026-07-31T19:00:43Z 2026-07-31T19:00:43Z A countywide waste strategy can change route economics, processing demand, and bid assumptions for local operators. 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. Contract watch: Plastic Refuse Containers https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#contracts:opengov-287560 2026-07-30T00:00:00Z 2026-07-30T00:00:00Z City of Watsonville has a source-linked procurement lead. Deadline: 2026-08-18. Contract watch: Steel Refuse Containers & Roll-off Boxes https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#contracts:opengov-286872 2026-07-30T00:00:00Z 2026-07-30T00:00:00Z City of Watsonville has a source-linked procurement lead. Deadline: 2026-08-18. Ready Line: 2026 Peterbilt 520 Amrep Front End Loader https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-tlg-tf786182-2026-peterbilt-520 2026-08-02T10:12:45Z 2026-08-02T10:12:45Z Front End Loader. TLG Peterbilt - Charlotte - Charlotte, NC. price not listed. 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 2026-08-02T10:12:45Z 2026-08-02T10:12:45Z 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 2026-08-02T10:12:45Z 2026-08-02T10:12:45Z Front End Loader. TLG Used Truck Center - Strafford, MO. price not listed. 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 2026-08-02T10:12:45Z 2026-08-02T10:12:45Z Front End Loader. TLG Peterbilt - Dayton - Tipp City, OH. price not listed. Verified listing source included. Mount Ready: 2024 Autocar ACX64 Cab & Chassis https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-rdk-65101106-autocarccfl 2026-08-02T10:12:45Z 2026-08-02T10:12:45Z 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 2026-08-02T10:12:45Z 2026-08-02T10:12:45Z 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 2026-08-02T10:12:45Z 2026-08-02T10:12:45Z 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 2026-08-02T10:12:45Z 2026-08-02T10:12:45Z 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 2026-08-02T11:42:07Z 2026-08-02T11:42:07Z 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 2026-08-02T11:42:07Z 2026-08-02T11:42:07Z 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 2026-08-02T11:42:07Z 2026-08-02T11:42:07Z 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: 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 2026-08-02T11:42:07Z 2026-08-02T11:42:07Z 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 2026-08-02T11:42:07Z 2026-08-02T11:42:07Z 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 2026-08-02T11:42:07Z 2026-08-02T11:42:07Z 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 2026-08-02T11:42:07Z 2026-08-02T11:42:07Z 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 2026-08-03T13:41:04Z 2026-08-03T13:41:04Z 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 2026-08-03T13:41:04Z 2026-08-03T13:41:04Z 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 2026-08-03T13:41:04Z 2026-08-03T13:41:04Z 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 2026-08-03T13:41:04Z 2026-08-03T13:41:04Z 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 2026-08-03T13:41:04Z 2026-08-03T13:41:04Z 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 2026-08-03T13:41:04Z 2026-08-03T13:41:04Z 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 2026-08-03T13:41:04Z 2026-08-03T13:41:04Z 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 2026-08-03T13:41:04Z 2026-08-03T13:41:04Z U.S. EPA. Monitor NSPS/EG requirements, state plan approvals, GCCS obligations, emissions thresholds, and reporting deadlines. Industry calendar: Event Calendar https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:event-calendar-2026-08-03-1fe54eec1c 2026-08-03T10:57:20Z 2026-08-03T10:57:20Z International Solid Waste Association. Aug 3, 2026. virtual. Industry calendar: Public Meeting: Paint Stewardship Permanent Regulations Informal Workshop https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:public-meeting-paint-stewardship-permanent-regulations-informal-worksh-2026-08-04-f3f5689505 2026-08-03T10:57:36Z 2026-08-03T10:57:36Z CalRecycle. Aug 4, 2026. unknown. Industry calendar: SWANA Upcoming Training Events https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:swana-upcoming-training-events-2026-08-04-fe6fd7bcf8 2026-08-03T10:55:52Z 2026-08-03T10:55:52Z Solid Waste Association of North America. Aug 4, 2026. virtual. Industry calendar: EANE: Discovery Tour https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:eane-discovery-tour-2026-08-05-347059ddb6 2026-08-03T10:59:09Z 2026-08-03T10:59:09Z Northeast Recycling Council. Aug 5, 2026. unknown. Industry calendar: Packaging Producer Responsibility Advisory Board Meeting https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:packaging-producer-responsibility-advisory-board-meeting-2026-08-07-a03dbef4b7 2026-08-03T10:57:39Z 2026-08-03T10:57:39Z CalRecycle. Aug 7, 2026. CalEPA Building, Sierra Hearing Room, Sacramento, CA. Industry calendar: Your One-Stop Shop for SWANA Webinars https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:your-one-stop-shop-for-swana-webinars-2026-08-12-d3d280592d 2026-08-03T10:55:49Z 2026-08-03T10:55:49Z Solid Waste Association of North America. Aug 12, 2026. virtual. 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 2026-08-03T10:56:15Z 2026-08-03T10:56:15Z National Waste & Recycling Association. Aug 13, 2026. virtual. Industry calendar: Textile Stewardship Informal Regulatory Concepts Workshop https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:textile-stewardship-informal-regulatory-concepts-workshop-2026-08-13-2237de10e7 2026-08-03T10:57:38Z 2026-08-03T10:57:38Z CalRecycle. Aug 13, 2026. unknown. Break Room job lead: Quality Technician https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-autocar-autocar-job-omzuafwj 2026-08-03T13:41:03Z 2026-08-03T13:41:03Z Autocar. Hagerstown, Indiana. not_posted. Break Room job lead: WM Service Manager https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-autocar-autocar-job-o3w7zfwz 2026-08-03T13:41:03Z 2026-08-03T13:41:03Z 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 2026-08-03T13:41:03Z 2026-08-03T13:41:03Z 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 2026-08-03T13:41:03Z 2026-08-03T13:41:03Z 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 2026-08-03T13:41:03Z 2026-08-03T13:41:03Z 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 2026-08-03T13:41:03Z 2026-08-03T13:41:03Z 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 2026-08-03T13:41:03Z 2026-08-03T13:41:03Z 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 2026-08-03T13:41:03Z 2026-08-03T13:41:03Z Autocar (chassis). National / multi-market. not_posted.