West Allis, Wisconsin – July 6, 2025 – Speedy Dumps is proud to announce its expansion into Waukesha, Franklin, and Muskego, Wisconsin. As of this spring: homeowners, contractors, and property managers in these areas can now access Speedy Dumps’  same-day or next-day delivery, dumpster services. For residents, this update comes right in time for peak cleanup season.

With Milwaukee’s Project Clean & Green already fully booked for 2025, and municipal free dumpster programs exhausted in much of Waukesha and southern Milwaukee counties, residents are left searching for fast, affordable  garbage dumpster  alternatives. Speedy Dumps steps in to bridge the gap with flexible options that work for both short-term and long-term projects.

Available Dumpster Sizes:

• 10-yard, 15-yard, 20-yard, 30-yard, and 40-yard roll-off dumpsters
• Ideal for everything from small garage cleanouts to major renovation projects

Who Benefits:

• Homeowners tackling spring cleaning, landscaping, or moving
• Contractors managing construction debris or remodeling waste
• Event planners and property managers handling post-event or seasonal cleanups

How It Works:

Booking is simple. Visit https://speedydumps.com or call to select your dumpster size, schedule a drop-off and pickup, and receive upfront pricing—no hidden fees.

Residential, commercial, and multi-family properties are all eligible. No permit is required when dumpsters are placed on private driveways.

What You Can Dump:

Speedy Dumps accepts a wide variety of items, including:

• Household goods, large appliances, and furniture
• Construction materials like wood, glass, metal, and roofing shingles
• Yard waste such as branches and brush
• Junk, scrap metal, and general debris

Prohibited Items Include: liquids, oils, paints, batteries, propane, tires, hazardous materials, soil, and concrete.

With increased landfill wait times and overbooked city services, Speedy Dumps offers an efficient and local solution. If you missed municipal pickup dates, you can get your own private roll-off at affordable prices and avoid long delays.

Speedy Dumps is locally owned and operated by a Southeast Wisconsin crew that knows the area’s needs. Their commitment to dependable service and transparent pricing sets them apart from national chains.

Stay Connected:

Follow @SpeedyDumps on Facebook and Instagram for updates, fall cleanup openings, and seasonal specials.

Los Angeles, CA – – The Latigo Group, a leading Los Angeles-based real estate development firm, is proud to announce it has secured a $54.7 million preferred equity investment from Affinius Capital for the development of Hillcrest Apartments, a premier multifamily project in Thousand Oaks, California. This significant financial milestone, coupled with a senior loan from Bank OZK and financing arranged by JLL’s Bercut Smith, marks a major step forward for the project, which is set to redefine luxury living in a supply-constrained market.

Under the leadership of Co-Founder Scott Whittaker, The Latigo Group acquired the 8-acre property at 2150 West Hillcrest Drive from Amgen in 2022 for $25.5 million. The development will transform an underutilized office complex into a state-of-the-art, four-story Class A multifamily property featuring 333 luxury residential units and 6,500 square feet of ground-floor retail space. The project is scheduled for completion in the first quarter of 2028.

“Securing this investment from Affinius Capital is a testament to the strength of our vision and the quality of our developments,” said Scott Whittaker, Co-Founder of The Latigo Group. “Hillcrest Apartments will address the critical need for high-quality housing in Thousand Oaks, offering residents unparalleled amenities and modern living spaces. We are thrilled to partner with Affinius Capital and Bank OZK to bring this project to life.”

Hillcrest Apartments will feature one-, two-, and three-bedroom units averaging 948 square feet, each equipped with balconies, in-unit washers and dryers, upscale cabinetry, quartz countertops, designer lighting, and smart home technology. The development will also offer a rooftop terrace, swimming pool, fitness center, coworking spaces, wellness center, and a multi-sport simulator, creating a vibrant community for residents.

Mario Morales, Executive Director at Affinius Capital, praised the collaboration, stating, “Hillcrest Apartments will help fill the need for high-quality multifamily properties in a historically supply-constrained market. We are dedicated to beginning our partnership with Latigo, who builds exceptionally high-quality product, and look forward to benefiting from their local expertise in the Thousand Oaks market.”

This project marks The Latigo Group’s second multifamily development in Thousand Oaks, following the successful completion of Santal Thousand Oaks in 2023, a 142-unit mixed-use residential property that was only the second of its kind in the city in over 60 years.

Geneva (July 2, 2025) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 089.25 to outline the US state of Vermont’s latest revisions to its restrictions on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in consumer products.

Signed into law on June 11, 2025, Act 54 (H238) amends Vermont’s Commerce and Trade Laws (9 VSA Chapter 63) and builds upon the earlier Act 131, which originally established prohibitions on PFAS and other chemicals in a broad range of products. These revisions further align Vermont’s regulations with national and global efforts to reduce exposure to these harmful substances.

Key updates include the addition of cleaning products, dental floss and personal protective equipment (PPE) to the list of PFAS-restricted items. The legislation also prohibits fluorinated treated containers, with a phased ban culminating in a total prohibition by January 2032. Certain deadlines have been adjusted, including a delay to the PFAS ban on cookware, which is now effective from July 1, 2028.

Act 54 introduces new definitions for regulated product types, such as ‘cleaning products,’ ‘dental floss’ and ‘complex durable products’, to provide clarity and support consistent enforcement. It also directs Vermont’s Secretary of Natural Resources to submit reports on PFAS regulatory approaches across the United States and to make future recommendations for complex durable products.

These changes will take effect in stages beginning July 1, 2025, and are part of Vermont’s broader strategy to safeguard public health and the environment by eliminating PFAS in everyday consumer goods.

SGS publishes SafeGuardS to keep stakeholders informed of regulatory developments impacting global product compliance. SafeGuardS 089.25 provides a table highlighting the details of Vermont’s revised PFAS regulations and effective dates.

Stakeholders are encouraged to review SafeGuardS 089.25 for a complete overview of the amended provisions under Act 54.

SGS Chemical Testing
SGS offers a comprehensive range of testing services to help manufacturers and suppliers ensure their products are safe and comply with national and international regulations concerning harmful chemicals. In the end, it’s only trusted because it’s tested. Learn more about SGS Chemical Testing Services.

SGS SafeGuardS keep you up to date with the latest news and developments in the consumer goods industry. Read the full Vermont, USA, Revises Law on PFAS Ban in Products SafeGuardS.

Subscribe today and receive SGS SafeGuardS direct to your inbox.

For further information contact:

Dr. Hingwo Tsang
Global Information and Innovation Manager
Tel: +852 2774 7420

Melanie Tamayo
Senior Technical Manager, SGS NA
Tel: +1 312 414 9394

Website: www.sgs.com/hardlines
LinkedIn: SGS Connectivity & Products

About SGS
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.

Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.

SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH1256740924, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN:SW).

Geneva (June 26, 2025) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 083.25, summarizing the latest update to the ASTM candle accessory fire safety specification.

ASTM International has released ASTM F2601-25, a revised version of its standard specification for fire safety of candle accessories. Approved on May 1, 2025, the standard establishes minimum safety requirements for objects designed, intended or marketed for use with candles (including holders, burners and rings) under normal conditions of use.

The revision aims to reduce risks of fire, personal injury and fatalities from candle use by enhancing safety requirements and clarifying test procedures.

Key changes include:
- Clarifying that accessories using adhesives, glue or solder are not exempt from flammability testing, even if other parts are non-combustible
- Updating the performance requirement from ‘shall not break or crack’ to ‘shall not deform’
- Defining ‘deform’ as any change in shape or integrity, including melting, cracking or distortion
- Specifying sample sizes and number of tests for tealight and taper candle holders
- Requiring candles to burn to completion during testing

SGS publishes SafeGuardS to help stakeholders stay informed on key regulatory developments. SafeGuardS 083.25 provides an overview of ASTM F2601-25 and its implications for manufacturers, importers and retailers of candle accessories.

Stakeholders are encouraged to review the full SafeGuardS 083.25 for further details.

SGS consumer product services
SGS provides news about the development of regulations affecting consumer products as a complimentary service. With an unrivalled global network of laboratories, they offer physical/mechanical testing, analytical testing and consultancy work for technical and non-technical parameters applicable to a comprehensive range of consumer products. In the end, it’s only trusted because it’s tested. Learn more about SGS’s consumer product services.

SGS SafeGuardS keep you up to date with the latest news and developments in the consumer goods industry. Read the full ASTM Publishes Revised Standard Specification for Fire Safety in Candle Accessories SafeGuardS.

Subscribe today and receive SGS SafeGuardS direct to your inbox. [http://www.sgs.com/subscribes]

For further information contact:

Piyush Shah
SGS Consumer and Retail Technical Director - Hardlines
Tel: +1 (973) 461-7953

Dennis Lancion
SGS Consumer and Retail Technical Director - Hardlines
Tel: +1 (905) 364-3757

Website: www.sgs.com/hardlines
LinkedIn: SGS Connectivity & Products

About SGS
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.

Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.

SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH1256740924, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN:SW).

Geneva (June 26, 2025) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 084.25, covering the release of EN 12586:2025 by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). This revised standard updates safety requirements for soother holders used by children from birth to 36 months.

Replacing EN 12586:2007+A1:2011, the new version introduces a restructured format, expanded scope, clearer test methods and enhanced chemical and mechanical safety provisions. It also aligns with evolving EU chemical regulations and product safety expectations.

Key updates include:
- Expanded chemical testing, including new limits for N-nitrosamines, formaldehyde, solvents and 19 migratory elements
- Clearer definitions and illustrations for different soother holder types
- Stronger hygiene and mechanical safety requirements, including a ban on button and coin batteries
- Revised packaging and labeling instructions to improve consumer guidance

Notably, the standard now prohibits accessories made with adhesives or materials that may melt or burn from exemption under flammability testing, ensuring all designs are thoroughly assessed.

Conflicting national standards must be withdrawn by April 2026.

SGS publishes SafeGuardS to help stakeholders stay informed of critical regulatory developments. SafeGuardS 084.25 provides a table summarizing changes in EN 12586:2025 and outlines new compliance requirements for manufacturers and retailers of childcare products.

Stakeholders are encouraged to review the full SafeGuardS 084.25 for further details.

SGS Toy & Juvenile Product Services
SGS offers a wide range of services to ensure that products comply with relevant standards for childcare articles and children’s equipment. They provide consulting, training, product development, testing, audit and inspection services to ensure that products comply with strict regulations worldwide, demonstrating the safety and quality of juvenile products being brought to the market. After all, it’s only trusted because it’s tested. Learn more about SGS’s Toy & Juvenile Product Services.

SGS SafeGuardS keep you up to date with the latest news and developments in the consumer goods industry. Read the full CEN Issues EN 12586:2025 for Soother Holders SafeGuardS.

Subscribe today and receive SGS SafeGuardS direct to your inbox.

For further information contact:

Dr. Hingwo Tsang
Global Information and Innovation Manager
Tel: +852 2774 7420

Catherine Follin-Arbelet
SGS Connectivity and Products Global Expert, Juvenile Products
Tel: +33628502588

Website: www.sgs.com/hardlines
LinkedIn: SGS Connectivity & Products

About SGS
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.

Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.

SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH1256740924, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN:SW).