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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Air Quality
Pat McCrory Sheila C. Holman John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Director Secretary
February 6, 2014
Bernard Hodges
President
Wade Manufacturing Co.
PO Box 32
Wadesboro,NC 28170
SUBJECT: Air Quality Permit No. 03577T 17
Facility ID:0400016
Wade Manufacturing Co.-Wadesboro
Wadesboro,Anson County
Fee Class: Title V
Dear Mr. Hodges:
In accordance with your completed Air Quality Permit Application for a renewal of a Title V permit
received July 26, 2012, we are forwarding herewith Air Quality Permit No. 03577T17 to Wade
Manufacturing Co.- Wadesboro, North Carolina authorizing the operation of the emission sources and
associated air pollution control devices specified herein. Additionally, any emissions activities determined
from your Air Quality Permit Application as being insignificant per 15A North Carolina Administrative Code
2Q .0503(8) have been listed for informational purposes in "ATTACHMENT 2." Please note the
requirements for the annual compliance certification are contained in General Condition P in Section 3. The
current owner is responsible for submitting a compliance certification for the entire year regardless of who
owned the facility during the year.
As the designated responsible official it is your responsibility to review,understand, and abide by all
of the terms and conditions of the attached permit. It is also your responsibility to ensure that any person who
operates any emission source and associated air pollution control device subject to any term or condition of
the attached permit reviews, understands, and abides by the conditions of the attached permit that are
applicable to that particular emission source.
If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this Air Quality Permit are unacceptable to you,
you have the right to request a formal adjudicatory hearing within 30 days following receipt of this permit,
identifying the specific issues to be contested. This hearing request must be in the form of a written petition,
conforming to NCGS (North Carolina General Statutes) 15013-23, and filed with both the Office of
Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714 and the Division of
Air Quality, Permitting Section, 1641 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1641. The form
for requesting a formal adjudicatory hearing may be obtained upon request from the Office of Administrative
Hearings. Please note that this permit will be stayed in its entirety upon receipt of the request for a hearing.
Permitting Section
1641 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1641
217 West Jones Street,Raleigh,North Carolina 27603
Phone:919-707-8405/Fax:919-715-0717
Intemet:www.ncair.org
An Equal Opportunity\Affirmative Action Employer—Made in part by Recycled Paper
Bernard Hodges
February 6,2014
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Unless a request for a hearing is made pursuant to NCGS 150B-23, this Air Quality Permit shall be final and
binding 30 days after issuance.
You may request modification of your Air Quality Permit through informal means pursuant to NCGS
150B-22. This request must be submitted in writing to the Director and must identify the specific provisions
or issues for which the modification is sought. Please note that this Air Quality Permit will become final and
binding regardless of a request for informal modification unless a request for a hearing is also made under
NCGS 150B-23.
The construction of new air pollution emission source(s) and associated air pollution control
device(s), or modifications to the emission source(s) and air pollution control device(s) described in this
permit must be covered under an Air Quality Permit issued by the Division of Air Quality prior to
construction unless the Permittee has fulfilled the requirements of GS 143-215.108A(b) and received written
approval from the Director of the Division of Air Quality to commence construction. Failure to receive an Air
Quality Permit or written approval prior to commencing construction is a violation of GS 143-215.108A and
may subject the Permittee to civil or criminal penalties as described in GS 143-215.114A and 143-215.114B.
This Air Quality Permit shall be effective from February 6, 2014 until January 31, 2019, is
nontransferable to future owners and operators, and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as
specified therein.
Should you have any questions concerning this matter, please contact Russell Braswell at 919-707-
8731 or russell.braswellgncdenr.gov.
Sincerely yours,
JAc
Jo Evans,
g Chief
Enclosure
c: Heather Ceron, EPA Region 4 (with review)
Fayetteville Regional Office
Central Files
ATTACHMENT 1 to cover letter of Air Quality Permit Number 03577T17
The following table describes the modifications to the current permit as part of the modification process.
... . _ . ... ......... . .
Condition/
Old Pages) New Page(s� Description of Chatge(s)%
:Item
• Change permit revision number to T17
• Change the issuance/effective dates of the
permit
• Amend the application number and
complete date
Global Global N/A • Fixed typos
• Improved readability
• Changed font to 11
• Changed references to 15A NCAC 2D
.0501(c)(3)to 2Q .0508(f)
• Updated stipulations to current wording
Renamed the table detailing permit changes to
attachment ATTACHMENT 1 N/A "ATTACHMENT 1"
attachment ATTACHMENT 2 N/A Renamed the Exempt/Insignificant list to
"ATTACHMENT 2"
Table of Added section 2.3 for Air Toxics. No new
Table of Contents Table of Contents Contents requirements have been added,this
reorganization is for clarity only.
• Removed TEN1, PR1, and PR6 per the
application's request.
• Added page numbers to equipment list.
• Changed the descriptions of AC3, 4, 5 and
Equipment NAP and 2 to be in line with DAQ
3 3 list format.
• Updated the descriptions of PR3,PR4,
PR5,TEN2,TEN3, TEN4,PIG1, and TRl
to indicate they are direct-fired.
• J-BOX has been removed because it is
already covered by BL1.
• Re-ordered table
• Combined 2.LA and 2.LB due to
similarity of requirements
• Merged 2.2.13 into 2.1.A
• Added avoidance of 40 CFR Part 63
7 6 2.LA Subpart JJJJJJ
• Added 2D .1806 to table. Sources were
already subject to this requirement; this
change is meant for clarity.
• Moved PSD avoidance requirements into
this section from 2.2.0
7 7 2.1.A.2 Erroneous references to coal have been
removed.
Changed PSD Avoidance reporting to
n/a 8 2.1.A.4 semiannual. Because of this change, each
report requires 17 months of data instead
ATTACHMENT 1 to cover letter of Air Quality Permit Number 03577T17, continued
Old Page(s) New Page Conditionls) Description of Change(s)
Item
of 14.
9 n/a N/A The former section 2.1.B has been removed.
• Re-ordered table
13 11 2.LB • Added 2D .1806 to table. Sources were
already subject to this requirement;this
change is meant for clarity.
13 onwards 11 onwards 2.LB Conditions and sections renumbered to reflect
onwards above changes.
Each • Updated monitoring requirements to
instance of include a re-establishment of"normal" VE
12 onwards 12 onwards 2D .0521
Recordkeeping now includes temperature
(excluding
levels.
for boilers)
11 N/A N/A The former section 2.1.0 has been removed.
• Re-ordered table
15 14 2.1.0
• Added 2D .1806 to table. Sources were
already subject to this requirement;this
change is meant for clarity.
Control device internal inspection
17 17 2.1.D.1 requirements have been changed to annual
in line with DAQ policy.
Control device internal inspection
19 20 2.1.E.1 requirements have been changed to annual
in line with DAQ policy.
• Reduced reporting requirements to
semiannual. Because of this change, each
23 25 2.2.B report requires 17 months of data instead
of 14.
• Added standard testing language
• Moved Air Toxics requirements to section
2.3
24 27 2.3 e References to PR1, PR6, and TEN1 have
been removed.
*Note that these headings refer to the headings in the new permit.
ATTACHMENT 2 to cover letter of Air Quality Permit Number 03577I'17
Insignificant Activities under 15A NCAC 2Q .0503(8)
Emission Source ID No. Emission Source Description
I-SDI and I-SD2 Steam heated slasher dryers
I-DFM Dye and finish mixing room
1. Because an activity is insignificant does not mean that the activity is exempted from an applicable
requirement or that the owner or operator of the source is exempted from demonstrating compliance
with any applicable requirement.
2. When applicable, emissions from stationary source activities identified above shall be included in
determining compliance with the permit requirements for toxic air pollutants under 15A NCAC 2D
1100"Control of Toxic Air Pollutants"or 2Q .0711 "Emission Rates Requiring a Permit".
State of North Carolina, F XVVA
Department of Environment, •
and Natural Resources AWIFA
V� ek
Division of Air Quality
NCDENR
AIR QUALITY PERMIT
Permit No. Replaces Permit Effective Date Expiration Date
No.(s)
03577T17 03577T16 February 6, 2014 January 31,2019
Until such time as this permit expires or is modified or revoked, the below named Permittee is permitted to construct and
operate the emission source(s) and associated air pollution control device(s) specified herein, in accordance with the terms,
conditions, and limitations within this permit. This permit is issued under the provisions of Article 21 B of Chapter 143,
General Statutes of North Carolina as amended, and Title 15A North Carolina Administrative Codes (15A NCAC),
Subchapters 2D and 2Q,and other applicable Laws.
Pursuant to Title 15A NCAC, Subchapter 2Q, the Permittee shall not construct, operate, or modify any emission source(s)
or air pollution control device(s)without having first submitted a complete Air Quality Permit Application to the permitting
authority and received an Air Quality Permit,except as provided in this permit.
Permittee: Wade Manufacturing Company
Facility ID: 0400016
Facility Site Location: Highway 74 East
City, County,State,Zip: Wadesboro,Anson County, North Carolina 28170
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 32
City, State, Zip: Wadesboro, North Carolina 28170
Application Number: 0400016.12A
Complete Application Date: July 26, 2012
Primary SIC Code: 2290
Division of Air Quality, Fayetteville Regional Office
Regional Office Address: Systel Building,Suite 714
Fayetteville,North Carolina 28301
Permit issued this the 61h of February, 2014.
John vans Acting Chief,Air Permits Section
By A thori of the Environmental Management Commission
Table Of Contents
SECTION 1: PERMITTED EMISSION SOURCE(S)AND ASSOCIATED AIR POLLUTION
CONTROL DEVICES)AND APPURTENANCES
SECTION 2: SPECIFIC LIMITATIONS AND CONDITIONS
2.1 - Emission Sources Specific Limitations and Conditions
(Including specific requirements,testing, monitoring, recordkeeping, and
reporting requirements)
2.2 - Multiple Emission Sources Specific Limitations and Conditions
(Including specific requirements,testing, monitoring, recordkeeping, and
reporting requirements)
2.3 - Air Toxics Requirements
SECTION 3: GENERAL PERMIT CONDITIONS
ATTACI-IMENT: List of Acronyms
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SECTION I- PERMITTED EMISSION SOURCES AND ASSOCIATED AI
POL,L,UTION CONTROL, DEVICES AND APPURTENANCES
The following table contains a summary of all permitted emission sources and associated air pollution control
devices and appurtenances:
Page Emission Emission Source Control Control Device
Nos. Source Description Device Description
ID No.'' M No.
6-10, B 1 One natural gas/No. 6 fuel oil- N/A N/A
26-28 fired boiler(72 million Btu per
hour heat input capacity)
6-10, B2 One natural gas/No. 6 fuel oil-fired N/A N/A
26-28 boiler(24.76 million Btu per hour
heat input)
11-13, PR3 One textile roller printer (3,600 N/A N/A
23-28 pounds of cloth per hour process
capacity)consisting of:
a) 8 print stations
b) 1 direct-fired,natural gas-fired
dryer(2 million Btu per hour
heat input)
14-16, PR4 One textile screen printer (3,600 N/A N/A
23-28 pounds of cloth per hour process
capacity) consisting of:
a) 8 rotary screen printing stations
b) 1 direct-fired, natural gas-fired
dryer(4.8 million Btu per hour
heat input)with four zones
14-16, PR5 One textile screen printer(3,600 N/A N/A
23-28 pounds of cloth per hour process
capacity)consisting of:
a) 12 rotary screen printing
stations
b) 1 direct-fired, natural gas-fired
dryer(4.8 million Btu per hour
heat input)with four zones
14-16, TEN2 One finishing range(5,760 pounds N/A N/A
23-28 of cloth per hour process capacity)
consisting of:
a) 1 pad applied finishing station
b) 1 direct-fired, natural gas-fired
12.0 million Btu per hour eight
zone tenter frame oven
14-16, TEN3 One finishing range (4,320 pounds N/A N/A
23-28 of cloth per hour process capacity)
consisting of-
a) 1 pad applied finishing station
b) 1 direct-fired,natural gas-fired
6.0 million Btu per hour two
zone tenter frame oven
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Page Emission Emission.Source Control Control Device
Nos. Source Description Device Description
ID No. ID No.
14-16, BL1 and TEN4 One bleach range and one natural N/A N/A
23-28 gas, direct-fired 8.5 million Btu per
hour three zone finishing range
23-24, CRl Steam heated cotton dye range N/A N/A
26
11-13, PIG1 One pigment range (4,800 pounds N/A N/A
23-28 of cloth per hour process capacity)
consisting of:
a) 1 direct-fired, natural gas-fired
4.0 million Btu per hour
predryer
b) 1 pad applied ink dyeing station
c) 1 steam heated dryer
14-16, TR1 One thermasol range(4,800 pounds N/A N/A
23-28 of cloth per hour process capacity)
consisting of:
a) 1 pad applied finishing station
b) 1 direct-fired, natural gas-fired
7.0 million Btu per hour dryer
17-19, SL1 One shop lathe(500 pounds per SL 1C one cyclone(15 inch
26 hour of rubber covered pad rolls) diameter)
17-19, SS1 One starch storage silo (22.5 tons BF 1 one bagfilter(12 square feet
26 per hour filling rate) of filter area)
BF 2 one bagfilter(12 square feet
of filter area)
17-19, OP1 One blendomat(2600 pounds per OP 1CA one paper panel filter(6.55
26 hour of cotton fiber) square feet of filter area)
OP 1 CB one rotary drum filter(46.5
square feet of filter area)
20-22, AC1/CARD1 One carding and drawing operation CARD1-IC one rotary drum filter(545.3
26 (2100 pounds per hour of cotton square feet of surface area)
fiber)
20-22, AC2 One spinning operation(2,100 AC2-IC one paper filter(266.8 square
26 pounds per hour of cotton fiber) feet of surface area)
20-22, AC3 three weaving areas(1,870 pounds AC3-IC one paper filter(371.2 square
26 per hour of cotton yarn,total feet of surface area)
capacity of AC3, AC4, and AC5) collecting from AC-3.
AC4 AC4-IC one rotary drum filter(834.9
square feet of surface area)
collecting AC-4.
AC5 AC5-1C one rotary drum filter(545.3
square feet of surface area)
collecting AC-5.
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Page Emissions Emission Source Control Control Device
Nos. Source Description Device Description
ID No. ID No;
20-22, NAP1 two napping areas (2,370 pounds NAP1-IC one rotary drum filter(483.3
26 per hour of cotton cloth,total square feet of surface area)
capacity of NAP 1 and NAP2) collecting from NAP 1.
NAP2-1 C one rotary drum filter(142.1
NAP2 square feet of surface area
collecting from NAP 2.
26-28 RP Retention pond N/A N/A
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SECTION 2 - SPECIFIC LIMITATIONS AND CONDITIONS
2.1- Emission Sources and Control Devices Specific Limitations and Conditions
The emission source(s) and associated air pollution control device(s) listed below are subject to the following
specific terms, conditions, and limitations, including the monitoring,recordkeeping, and reporting requirements
to which those requirements apply:
A. two (2) natural gas/No. 6 fuel oil-fired boilers (ID Nos. 131, B2)
The following table provides a summary of limits and standards for the emission source(s) describe above:
Regulated
Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
particulate (For B1 only) 15A NCAC 2D .0503
matter 0.33 pounds per million Btu heat input
(For B2 only)
0.47 pounds per million Btu heat input
sulfur dioxide 2.3 pounds per million Btu heat input 15A NCAC 2D .0516
visible 20 percent opacity 15A NCAC 2D .0521
emissions
sulfur dioxide 250 tons per year, combined 15A NCAC 2Q .0317
(PSD avoidance)
HAP Fire fuel oil only during periods of maintenance, 15A NCAC 2Q .0317
testing, and natural gas curtailment. (GACT avoidance)
odors State-enforceable Only 15A NCAC 21) .1806
odorous emissions must be controlled
See Section 2.2.0
toxic air State-enforceable Only 15A NCAC 2D .1100
pollutants
See Section 2.3
1. 15A NCAC 2D .0503: PARTICULATES FROM FUEL BURNING INDIRECT HEAT
EXCHANGERS
a. Emissions of particulate matter from the combustion of natural gas or No. 6 fuel oil,that are discharged
from these sources (ID Nos.B1,B2) into the atmosphere shall not exceed the limits given below:
i. 0.33 pounds per million Btu heat input from boiler B 1
ii. 0.47 pounds per million Btu heat input from boiler B2
Testin [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ.
If the results of this test are above the limits given in Section 2.1 A. 1. a. above,the Permittee shall be
deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 21) .0503.
Monitorin2/Recordkeepin2/Reportin2 Requirement [2Q .0508(f)]
c. No monitoring/recordkeeping/reporting is required for particulate matter emissions from the firing of
natural gas or No. 6 fuel oil in these sources (ID Nos.B1,B2).
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2. 15A NCAC 2D .0516: SULFUR DIOXIDE EMISSIONS FROM COMBUSTION SOURCES
a. Emissions of sulfur dioxide from these sources( Nos. B1,132) shall not exceed 2.3 pounds per
million Btu heat input. Sulfur dioxide formed by the combustion of sulfur in fuels,wastes, ores, and
other substances shall be included when determining compliance with this standard.
Testin [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ.
If the results of this test are above the limit given in Section 2.1 A.2.a. above,the Permittee shall be
deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0516.
Monitorin2/Recordkeeping [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. No monitoring/recordkeeping is required for sulfur dioxide emissions from the firing of natural gas for
these sources( Nos.B1,132).
d. The maximum sulfur content of any No. 6 fuel oil received and burned in the boilers shall not exceed
2.1 percent by weight. The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0516 if
the sulfur content of the fuel oil exceeds this limit.
e. To assure compliance,the Permittee shall monitor the sulfur content of the No. 6 fuel oil by using fuel
oil supplier certification per shipment received. The results of the fuel oil supplier certifications shall be
recorded in a logbook(written or electronic format) on a quarterly basis and include the following
information:
i. the name of the fuel oil supplier;
ii. the maximum sulfur content of the fuel oil received during the quarter;
iii. the method used to determine the maximum sulfur content of the fuel oil; and
iv. a certified statement signed by the responsible official that the records of fuel oil supplier
certification submitted represent all of the No. 6 fuel oil fired during the period.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0516 if the sulfur content of the
oil is not monitored and recorded.
Reporting [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
f. No reporting is required for sulfur dioxide emissions from the firing of natural gas in these sources (ID
Nos.B1,132).
g. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of the fuel oil supplier certifications postmarked on or
before January 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between July and December
and July 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between January and June. All
instances of deviations from the requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
3. 15A NCAC 2D .0521: CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. Visible emissions from these sources(ID Nos.B1,132) shall not be more than 20 percent opacity when
averaged over a six-minute period. However, six-minute averaging periods may exceed 20 percent not
more than once in any hour and not more than four times in any 24-hour period. In no event shall the
six-minute average exceed 87 percent opacity.
Testinjj [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ.
If the results of this test are above the limit given in Section 2.1 A.3.a above,the Permittee shall be
deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0521.
Monitoring [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
e. No monitoring is required for visible emissions from the firing of natural gas in these sources(ID Nos.
B1,B2).
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d. To assure compliance, once a day while firing No. 6 fuel oil,the Permittee shall observe the emission
points of these sources(ID Nos. B1,B2)for any visible emissions above normal. The daily observation
must be made for each day of the calendar year period to ensure compliance with this requirement. The
Permittee shall be allowed three(3)days of absent observations per semi-annual period. If visible
emissions from this source are observed to be above normal,the Permittee shall either:
i. take appropriate action to correct the above-normal emissions as soon as practicable and within the
monitoring period and record the action taken as provided in the recordkeeping requirements below,
or
ii. demonstrate that the percent opacity from the emission points of the emission source in accordance
with 15A NCAC 2D .2610(Method 9)for 12 minutes is below the limit given in Section 2.1 A.3. a.
above.
If the above-normal emissions are not corrected per(1)above or if the demonstration in(ii)above
cannot be made,the Permittee shall be deemed to be in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0521.
Recordkeepin$! [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
d. No recordkeeping is required for visible emissions from the firing of natural gas in these sources(ID
Nos.B1,132).
e. The results of the monitoring shall be maintained in a logbook(written or electronic format) on-site and
made available to an authorized representative upon request. The logbook shall record the following:
i. the date and time of each recorded action;
ii. the results of each observation and/or test noting those sources with emissions that were observed to
be in noncompliance along with any corrective actions taken to reduce visible emissions; and
iii. the results of any corrective actions performed.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0521 if these records are not
maintained.No recordkeeping is required for visible emissions from the firing of natural gas in this
source.
Reporting [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
f. No reporting is required for visible emissions from the firing of natural gas in these sources(ID Nos.
B1,B2).
g. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of monitoring and recordkeeping activities postmarked on
or before January 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between July and
December and July 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between January and
June. All instances of deviations from the requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.No
reporting is required for visible emissions from the firing of natural gas in this source.
4. 15A NCAC 2Q. 0317: AVOIDANCE CONDITIONS
(Avoidance of 15A NCAC 2D. 0530: PREVENTION OF SIGINIFICANT DETERIORATION)
a. In order to avoid applicability of 2D .0530(g),these emission sources(ID Nos.B1,132) shall discharge
into the atmosphere less than 250 tons of sulfur dioxide per consecutive twelve month period.
Testing [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the Permittee shall perform such testing in accordance with General
Condition JJ. If the results of this test are above the limit given in Section 2.1 A.4.a.,the Permittee shall
be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0530.
Monitorin2/Recordkeepin2 [15A NCAC 2Q .0508 (f)]
c. The Permittee shall keep monthly records of the amount of fuel used and the sulfur content, including
certification of the fuel, in a logbook(written or in electronic format).The Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0530 if the fuel usage and/or sulfur content of the fuel is not
monitored.
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d. The use of fuel in both boilers(ID Nos.B1,B2) shall be limited such that sulfur dioxide emissions, as
calculated by Equation 1, shall not exceed the limit in 2.1.AA.a for any twelve month period.
Calculations shall be made monthly and recorded in a logbook(written or electronic format).
E _ [A x \ 0.6 pounds 11 157 pounds)
1,000,000 cubic feet lJ + �B x (1000 gallons x SI
(Eq. 1)
Where:
E= The amount of S02 emitted, in pounds
A= The amount of natural gas burned in both boilers, in cubic feet
B= The amount of No. 6 fuel oil burned in both boilers, in gallons
S = The percent sulfur content by weight of the No. 6 fuel oil (e.g. if the oil is 1.5% sulfur, S = 1.5)
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0530 if the above records are not
kept or if the sulfur dioxide emissions exceed the limit in Section 2.1.A.4.a.
Reporting [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
e. The Permittee shall submit a summary report,acceptable to the Regional Air Quality Supervisor, of
monitoring and recordkeeping activities postmarked on or before January 30 of each calendar year for
the preceding six-month period between July and December and July 30 of each calendar year for the
preceding six-month period between January and June. The report shall contain the following:
i. The monthly sulfur dioxide emissions for the previous 17 months. The emissions must be
calculated for each of the 12-month periods over the previous 17 months;
ii. The monthly quantities of natural gas and No. 6 fuel oil consumed for the previous 17 months and
iii. The average sulfur content for the fuel oil.
5. 15A NCAC 2Q. 0317: AVOIDANCE CONDITIONS
(Avoidance of 40 CFR Part 63 Subpart JJJJJJ)
Applicability [40 CFR 63.11237]
a. 40 CFR 63, Subpart JJJJJJ, "National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Area
Sources: Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional Boilers"is not applicable to the facility because the
boilers(ID Nos.B1,B2)are considered gas-fired boilers,provided the Permittee meets the following:
i. Gaseous-fuels are not combined with any solid fuels.
ii. The Permittee burns liquid fuel only during periods of gas curtailment, gas supply interruption,
startups, or periodic testing on liquid fuel.
iii. Periodic testing of liquid fuel shall not exceed a combined total of 48 hours during any calendar
year.
b. An existing dual-fuel fired boiler meeting the definition of gas-fired boiler, as defined in 40 CFR
63.11237,that meets the applicability requirements of 40 CFR 63, Subpart JJJJJJ, after June 4,2010 due
to a fuel switch from gaseous fuel to solid fossil fuel,biomass, or liquid fuel is considered to be an
existing source under 40 CFR 63, Subpart JJJJJJ, as long as the boiler was designed to accommodate the
alternate fuel. [40 CFR 63.11194(e)]
Notification [40 CFR 63.11225(g)]
c. If the Permittee has switched fuels or made a physical change to the boiler(s)and the fuel-switch or
change resulted in the applicability of a different subcategory within subpart JJJJJJ or in the boiler(s)
becoming subject to subpart JJJJJJ,the Permittee shall provide notice of the date upon which the fuel-
switch or physical change occurred. The notification shall be submitted within 30 days of the date the
fuel-switch or physical change was made and must identify:
i. The name of the owner or operator of the affected source,the location of the source,the boiler(s)
that have switched fuels or were physically changed, and the date of the notice.
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ii. The date upon which the fuel switch or physical change occurred.
Compliance Dates [40 CFR 63.11210(h)]
d. For affected boiler(s)that switch fuels or make a physical change to the boiler(s)that results in the
applicability of a different subcategory within subpart JJJJJJ or the boiler(s) becoming subject to subpart
JJJJJJ,the Permittee shall demonstrate compliance with the"National Emission Standards for
Hazardous Air Pollutants for Area Sources: Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional Boilers"within
180 days of the effective date of the fuel switch or the physical change.
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B. One natural gas-fired textile roller printer (ID No. PR3) and one natural gas-fired pigment
range (ID No. PIGI)
The following table provides a summary of limits and standards for the emission source(s) describe above:
Regulated Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Pollutant
particulate matter E=4.10 x P'-" 15A NCAC 2D .0515
where E= allowable emission rate in pounds per hour
P= process weight rate in tons per hour
sulfur dioxide 2.3 pounds per million Btu heat input 15A NCAC 2D .0516
visible emissions 40 percent opacity 15A NCAC 2D .0521
volatile organic Work practice standards 15A NCAC 2D .0958
compounds
See Section 2.2.A
volatile organic Yearly VOC emission limits 15A NCAC 2Q .0317
compounds (PSD avoidance)
See Section 2.2.B
odors State-enforceable Only 15A NCAC 2D .1806
odorous emissions must be controlled
See Section 2.2.0
toxic air State-enforceable Only 15A NCAC 2D .1100
pollutants
See Section 2.3
1. 15A NCAC 2D .0515: PARTICULATES FROM MISCELLANEOUS INDUSTRIAL PROCESSES
a. Emissions of particulate matter from these sources (ID Nos.PR3,PIG1)shall not exceed an allowable
emission rate as calculated by the following equation:
E=4.10 x P 0 67 Where E= allowable emission rate in pounds per hour
P=process weight in tons per hour and is less than 30.
Liquid and gaseous fuels and combustion air are not considered as part of the process weight.
Testing [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ.
If the results of this test are above the limit given in Section 2.1.B.La. above,the Permittee shall be
deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0515.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. The Permittee shall maintain production records such that the process rates "P" in tons per hour, as
specified by the formulas contained above (or the formulas contained in 15A NCAC 2D .0515)can be
derived, and shall make these records available to a DAQ authorized representative upon request.The
Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0515 if the production records are
not maintained or the types of materials and finishes are not monitored.
Reporting [15A NCAC 2Q .0508 (f)]
d. No reporting is required for emissions of particulate matter from these sources (ID Nos.PR3,PIG1).
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2. 15A NCAC 2D .0516: SULFUR DIOXIDE EMISSIONS FROM COMBUSTION SOURCES
a. Emissions of sulfur dioxide from this source(ID No.PIG1) shall not exceed 2.3 pounds per million Btu
heat input. Sulfur dioxide formed by the combustion of sulfur in fuels,wastes, ores, and other
substances shall be included when determining compliance with this standard.
Testin [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ.
If the results of this test are above the limit given in Section 2.1 B.2.a. above,the Permittee shall be
deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0516.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping/Reporting [15A NCAC 2Q .0508 (f)]
c. No monitoring/recordkeeping/reporting is required for sulfur dioxide emissions from the firing of
natural gas in this source (ID No.PIG1).
3. 15A NCAC 2D .0521: CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. Visible emissions from these sources(ID Nos.PR3,PIG1) shall not be more than 40 percent opacity
when averaged over a six-minute period. However, six-minute averaging periods may exceed 40
percent not more than once in any hour and not more than four times in any 24-hour period. In no event
shall the six-minute average exceed 90 percent opacity.
Testing [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ.
If the results of this test are above the limit given in Section 2.1.B.3.a. above,the Permittee shall be
deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0521.
Monitoring [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. To assure compliance, once a day the Permittee shall observe the emission points of these sources(ID
Nos. PR3,PIG1)for any visible emissions above normal. The daily observation must be made for each
day of the calendar year period to ensure compliance with this requirement. The Permittee shall be
allowed three (3) days of absent observations per semi-annual period. The Permittee shall re-establish
"normal" for the sources and record the results and the operating temperature(if applicable)that were
used to determine "normal"to DAQ on or before March 7, 2014. If visible emissions from this source
are observed to be above normal,the Permittee shall either:
i. take appropriate action to correct the above-normal emissions as soon as practicable and within the
monitoring period and record the action taken as provided in the recordkeeping requirements below,
or
ii. demonstrate that the percent opacity from the emission points of the emission source in accordance
with 15A NCAC 2D .2610(Method 9)for 12 minutes is below the limit given in Section 2.1.B.3.a.
above.
If the above-normal emissions are not corrected per(i)above or if the demonstration in(ii)above
cannot be made,the Permittee shall be deemed to be in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0521.
Recordkeeping [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
d. The results of the monitoring shall be maintained in a logbook(written or electronic format) on-site and
made available to an authorized representative upon request. The logbook shall record the following:
i. the date and time of each recorded action;
ii. the operating status of the equipment exhausting to the emission point;
iii. the operating temperature of the equipment exhausting to the emission point, if applicable;
iv. the results of each observation and/or test noting those sources with emissions that were observed to
be in noncompliance along with any corrective actions taken to reduce visible emissions; and
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v. the results of any corrective actions performed.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0521 if these records are not
maintained.
Reporting [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
e. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of monitoring and recordkeeping activities postmarked on
or before January 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between July and
December and July 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between January and
June. All instances of deviations from the requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
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C.
• two natural gas-fired textile screen printers (ID Nos. PR4 and PR5),
• two natural gas-fired tenter frames (ID Nos. TEN2, and TEN3),
• one natural gas-fired t ermosol range (ID No. TR1), and
• one bleaching range with tenter frame (ID Nos. BU and TEN4)
The following table provides a summary of limits and standards for the emission sources describe above:
Regulated Applicable
Pollutant Limits/Standards Regulation
particulate E=4.10 x P 17 15A NCAC 2D .0515
matter where E= allowable emission rate in pounds per hour
P= process weight rate in tons per hour
sulfur dioxide (ID Nos.PR4,PR5,TEN2,TEN3 only) 15A NCAC 2D .0516
2.3 pounds per million Btu heat input
visible 20 percent opacity 15A NCAC 2D .0521
emissions
volatile Work practice standards 15A NCAC 2D .0958
organic
compounds See Section 2.2.A
volatile Yearly VOC emission limits 15A NCAC 2Q .0317
organic (PSD avoidance)
compounds See Section 2.2.B
odors State-enforceable Only 15A NCAC 2D .1806
odorous emissions must be controlled
See Section 2.2.0
toxic air State-enforceable Only 15A NCAC 2D .1100
pollutants
See Section 2.3
1. 15A NCAC 2D .0515: PARTICULATES FROM MISCELLANEOUS INDUSTRIAL PROCESSES
a. Emissions of particulate matter from these sources ( ID Nos.PR4,PR5,TEN2,TEN3,TEN4,TRI,
BLI)shall not exceed an allowable emission rate as calculated by the following equation:
E=4.10 x P 117 Where E=allowable emission rate in pounds per hour
P=process weight in tons per hour and is less than 30.
Liquid and gaseous fuels and combustion air are not considered as part of the process weight.
Testing [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ.
If the results of this test are above the limit given in Section 2.1.C.La. above,the Permittee shall be
deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0515.
Monitorin2/Recordkeepin [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. The Permittee shall maintain production records such that the process rates "P" in tons per hour, as
specified by the formulas contained above (or the formulas contained in 15A NCAC 2D .0515)can be
derived, and shall make these records available to a DAQ authorized representative upon request. The
Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0515 if the production records are
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not maintained or the types of materials and finishes are not monitored.
Reporting [15A NCAC 2Q .0508 (f)]
d. No reporting is required for emissions of particulate matter from these sources (ID Nos.PR4,PR5,
TEN2,TENS,TEN4,TRI,BLI).
2. 15A NCAC 2D .0516: SULFUR DIOXIDE EMISSIONS FROM COMBUSTION SOURCES
a. Emissions of sulfur dioxide from these sources (ID Nos.PR4,PR5,TEN2,TENS)shall not exceed 2.3
pounds per million Btu heat input. Sulfur dioxide formed by the combustion of sulfur in fuels,wastes,
ores, and other substances shall be included when determining compliance with this standard.
Testing [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ.
If the results of this test are above the limit given in Section 2.1 C.2.a. above,the Permittee shall be
deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0516.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping/Reporting [15A NCAC 2Q .0508 (f)]
c. No monitoring/recordkeeping/reporting is required for sulfur dioxide emissions from the firing of
natural gas in these sources(ID Nos.PR4,PR5,TEN2,TENS).
3. 15A NCAC 2D .0521: CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. Visible emissions from these sources(ID Nos.PR4,PR5,TEN2,TEN3, TEN4,TRI,BLI)shall not
be more than 20 percent opacity when averaged over a six-minute period. However, six-minute
averaging periods may exceed 20 percent not more than once in any hour and not more than four times
in any 24-hour period. In no event shall the six-minute average exceed 87 percent opacity.
Testing [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ.
If the results of this test are above the limit given in Section 2.1.C.3.a. above,the Permittee shall be
deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0521.
Monitoring [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. To assure compliance, once a day the Permittee shall observe the emission points of these sources (ID
Nos. PR4,PR5,TEN2, TEN3,TEN4,TRI,BLI)for any visible emissions above normal. The daily
observation must be made for each day of the calendar year period to ensure compliance with this
requirement. The Permittee shall be allowed three(3)days of absent observations per semi-annual
period. The Permittee shall re-establish "normal" for the sources and record the results and the operating
temperature(if applicable)that were used to determine "normal" to DAQ on or before March 7,2014. If
visible emissions from this source are observed to be above normal,the Permittee shall either:
i. take appropriate action to correct the above-normal emissions as soon as practicable and within the
monitoring period and record the action taken as provided in the recordkeeping requirements below,
or
ii. demonstrate that the percent opacity from the emission points of the emission source in accordance
with 15A NCAC 2D .2610(Method 9)for 12 minutes is below the limit given in Section 2.1.C.3.a.
above.
If the above-normal emissions are not corrected per(i)above or if the demonstration in(ii)above
cannot be made,the Permittee shall be deemed to be in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0521.
Recordkeeping [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
d. The results of the monitoring shall be maintained in a logbook(written or electronic format)on-site and
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made available to an authorized representative upon request. The logbook shall record the following:
i. the date and time of each recorded action;
ii. the operating status of the equipment exhausting to the emission point;
iii. the operating temperature of the equipment exhausting to the emission point, if applicable;
iv. the results of each observation and/or test noting those sources with emissions that were observed to
be in noncompliance along with any corrective actions taken to reduce visible emissions; and
v. the results of any corrective actions performed.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0521 if these records are not
maintained.
Reporting [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
e. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of monitoring and recordkeeping activities postmarked on
or before January 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between July and
December and July 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between January and
June. All instances of deviations from the requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
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D.
• One shop lathe (ID No. SL1)with one associated cyclone (ID No. SL1C),
• one starch storage silo (ID No. SS1)with two associated bagfilters (ID Dios. BF1 and BF2),
and
• one blendomat operation (ID No. OP1) with one associated paper panel filter and one
associated rotary drum filter(ID Dios. OP1CA and OP1CB)
The following table provides a summary of limits and standards for the emission source(s) describe above:
Regulated Limits/Standards Applicable
Pollutant Regulation
particulate E=4.10 x P"' 15A NCAC 2D .0515
matter where E= allowable emission rate in pounds per hour
P = process weight rate in tons per hour
visible 20 percent opacity 15A NCAC 2D .0521
emissions
odors State-enforceable Only 15A NCAC 2D .1806
odorous emissions must be controlled
See Section 2.2.0
1. 15A NCAC 2D .0515: PARTICULATES FROM MISCELLANEOUS INDUSTRIAL PROCESSES
a. Emissions of particulate matter from these sources (ID Nos. SLI, SS1,OP1) shall not exceed an
allowable emission rate as calculated by the following equation:
E=4.10 x P 0 67 Where E=allowable emission rate in pounds per hour
P=process weight in tons per hour and is less than 30.
Liquid and gaseous fuels and combustion air are not considered as part of the process weight.
Testing [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ.
If the results of this test are above the limit given in Section 2.1.D.La. above,the Permittee shall be
deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0515.
Monitoring [15A NCAC 2Q .0508 (f)]
c. Particulate matter emissions from these emission sources( ID Nos. SLl, SS1,OP1) shall be controlled
as follows by one cyclone ( ID No. SL1C),two bagfilters ( ID Nos.BFI,BF2), one paper panel filter
and one rotary drum filter( ID Nos. OP1CA, OP1CB), as described above.
d. To ensure that optimum control efficiency of the control devices is maintained,the Permittee shall
perform inspections and maintenance as recommended by the manufacturer. As a minimum,the
inspection and maintenance program shall include:
i. a monthly visual inspection of the system ductwork and material collection unit for leaks; and
ii. an annual(for each 12 month period following the initial inspection) internal inspection of the
control device's structural integrity.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0515 if the ductwork and control
devices are not inspected and maintained.
Recordkeeping [15A NCAC 2Q .0508 (f)]
e. The results of inspection and maintenance shall be maintained in a logbook(written or electronic
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format)on-site and made available to an authorized representative upon request. The logbook shall
record the following:
i. the date and time of each recorded action;
ii. the results of each inspection;
iii. the results of any maintenance performed on the control devices; and
iv. any variance from manufacturer's recommendations, if any, and corrections made.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0515 if these records are not
maintained.
Reporting [15A NCAC 2Q .0508 (f)]
f. The Permittee shall submit the results of any maintenance performed on the control devices within 30
days of a written request by the DAQ.
g. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of monitoring and recordkeeping activities postmarked on
or before January 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between July and
December and July 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between January and
June. All instances of deviations from the requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
2. 15A NCAC 2D .0521: CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. Visible emissions from these sources JD Nos. SLI,SS1, OP1) shall not be more than 20 percent
opacity when averaged over a six-minute period. However, six-minute averaging periods may exceed
20 percent not more than once in any hour and not more than four times in any 24-hour period. In no
event shall the six-minute average exceed 87 percent opacity.
Testing [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ.
If the results of this test are above the limit given in Section 2.1.D.2.a. above,the Permittee shall be
deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0521.
Monitoring [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. To assure compliance, once a day the Permittee shall observe the emission points of these sources (ID
Nos. SLI,SS1,OP1) for any visible emissions above normal. The daily observation must be made for
each day of the calendar year period to ensure compliance with this requirement. The Permittee shall be
allowed three (3)days of absent observations per semi-annual period. The Permittee shall re-establish
"normal" for the sources and record the results and the operating temperature(if applicable)that were
used to determine "normal"to DAQ on or before March 7, 2014. If visible emissions from this source
are observed to be above normal,the Permittee shall either:
i. take appropriate action to correct the above-normal emissions as soon as practicable and within the
monitoring period and record the action taken as provided in the recordkeeping requirements below,
or
ii. demonstrate that the percent opacity from the emission points of the emission source in accordance
with 15A NCAC 2D .2610 (Method 9)for 12 minutes is below the limit given in Section 2.1.D.3.a.
above.
If the above-normal emissions are not corrected per(i)above or if the demonstration in(ii)above
cannot be made,the Permittee shall be deemed to be in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0521.
Recordkeepinll [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
d. The results of the monitoring shall be maintained in a logbook(written or electronic format) on-site and
made available to an authorized representative upon request. The logbook shall record the following:
i. the date and time of each recorded action;
ii. the operating status of the equipment exhausting to the emission point;
iii. the results of each observation and/or test noting those sources with emissions that were observed to
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be in noncompliance along with any corrective actions taken to reduce visible emissions; and
iv. the results of any corrective actions performed.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0521 if these records are not
maintained.
Reporting [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
e. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of monitoring and recordkeeping activities postmarked on
or before January 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between July and
December and July 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between January and
June. All instances of deviations from the requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
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E.
® One carding and drawing operation (ID No. AC1/CARD1) with one associated rotary
drum filter(ID No. CARD1-1C),
® one spinning operation (ID No. AC2) with one associated paper filter (ID No. AC24C),
® one weaving operation (ID Nos. AC3,AC4, and AC5) with one associated paper filter and
two rotary drum filters (ID Nos. AC34C,AC44C, and AC5-1C), and
® one napping operation (ID Nos. NAP1 and NAP2) with two associated rotary drum filters
(ID Nos. NAPI-1C and NAP2-1C)
The following table provides a summary of limits and standards for the emission source(s) describe above:
Regulated Limits/Standards Applicable
Pollutant Regulation
particulate E=4.10 x P'-" 15A NCAC 2D .0515
matter where E= allowable emission rate in pounds per hour
P= process weight rate in tons per hour
visible 40 percent opacity 15A NCAC 2D .0521
emissions
odors State-enforceable Only 15A NCAC 2D .1806
odorous emissions must be controlled
See Section 2.2.0
1. 15A NCAC 2D .0515: PARTICULATES FROM MISCELLANEOUS INDUSTRIAL PROCESSES
a. Emissions of particulate matter from these sources (ID Nos.AC1/CARD1,AC2 through AC5,NAP1,
NAP2)shall not exceed an allowable emission rate as calculated by the following equation:
E=4.10 x P 0 67 Where E=allowable emission rate in pounds per hour
P=process weight in tons per hour and is less than 30.
Liquid and gaseous fuels and combustion air are not considered as part of the process weight.
Testin [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ.
If the results of this test are above the limit given in Section 2.I.E.La. above,the Permittee shall be
deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0515.
Monitoring [15A NCAC 2Q .0508 (f)]
c. Particulate matter emissions from these emission sources (ID Nos.AC1/CARD1,AC2 through AC5,
NAP1,NAP2)shall be controlled by seven filters (ID No. CARD1-1C,AC2-1C,AC3-1C,AC4-1C,
AC5-1C,NAP1-1C,NAP2-1C), as described above.
d. To assure compliance,the Permittee shall perform inspections and maintenance as recommended by the
manufacturer. In addition to the manufacturer's inspection and maintenance recommendations, or if
there is no manufacturer's inspection and maintenance recommendations, as a minimum, the inspection
and maintenance requirement shall include the following:
i. a monthly visual inspection of the system ductwork and material collection unit for leaks; and
ii. an annual(for each 12 month period following the initial inspection)internal inspection of the
control device's structural integrity.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0515 if the ductwork and control
devices are not inspected and maintained.
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Recordkeepin2 [15A NCAC 2Q .0508 (f)]
e. The results of inspection and maintenance shall be maintained in a logbook(written or electronic
format) on-site and made available to an authorized representative upon request. The logbook shall
record the following:
i. the date and time of each recorded action;
ii. the results of each inspection;
iii. the results of any maintenance performed on the control devices; and
iv. any variance from manufacturer's recommendations, if any, and corrections made.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0515 if these records are not
maintained.
Reporting [15A NCAC 2Q .0508 (f)]
f. The Permittee shall submit the results of any maintenance performed on the control devices within 30
days of a written request by the DAQ.
g. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of monitoring and recordkeeping activities postmarked on
or before January 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between July and
December and July 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between January and
June. All instances of deviations from the requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
2. 15A NCAC 2D .0521: CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. Visible emissions from these sources(ID Nos.AC1/CARD1,AC2 through AC5,NAP1,NAP2) shall
not be more than 40 percent opacity when averaged over a six-minute period. However, six-minute
averaging periods may exceed 40 percent not more than once in any hour and not more than four times
in any 24-hour period. In no event shall the six-minute average exceed 90 percent opacity.
Testin [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ.
If the results of this test are above the limit given in Section 2.1.E.2.a. above,the Permittee shall be
deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0521.
Monitoring [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. To assure compliance, once a day the Permittee shall observe the emission points of these sources (ID
Nos.AC1/CARD1,AC2 through AC5,NAP1,NAP2)for any visible emissions above normal. The
daily observation must be made for each day of the calendar year period to ensure compliance with this
requirement. The Permittee shall be allowed three(3)days of absent observations per semi-annual
period. The Permittee shall re-establish "normal" for the sources and record the results that were used to
determine "normal"to DAQ on or before March 7, 2014. If visible emissions from this source are
observed to be above normal,the Permittee shall either:
i. take appropriate action to correct the above-normal emissions as soon as practicable and within the
monitoring period and record the action taken as provided in the recordkeeping requirements below,
or
ii. demonstrate that the percent opacity from the emission points of the emission source in accordance
with 15A NCAC 2D .2610(Method 9)for 12 minutes is below the limit given in Section 2.1.E.3.a.
above.
If the above-normal emissions are not corrected per(i)above or if the demonstration in(ii)above
cannot be made,the Permittee shall be deemed to be in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0521.
Recordkeepin [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
d. The results of the monitoring shall be maintained in a logbook(written or electronic format)on-site and
made available to an authorized representative upon request. The logbook shall record the following:
i. the date and time of each recorded action;
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ii. the operating status of the equipment exhausting to the emission point;
iii. the results of each observation and/or test noting those sources with emissions that were observed to
be in noncompliance along with any corrective actions taken to reduce visible emissions; and
iv. the results of any corrective actions performed.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0521 if these records are not
maintained.
Reporting [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
e. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of monitoring and recordkeeping activities postmarked on
or before January 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between July and
December and July 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between January and
June. All instances of deviations from the requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
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2.2- Multiple Emission Source(s) Specific Limitations and Conditions
A.
® One natural gas-fired textile roller printer(ID No. P ),
® one natural gas-fired pigment range (ID No. PIG1),
® two natural gas-fired textile screen printers (ID Nos. PR4 and PR5),
® two natural gas-fired tenter frames (ID Nos. TEN2, and TEN3),
® one natural gas-fired thermosol range (ID No. TRI),
® one bleach range and natural gas-fired finishing range (ID Nos. BL1 and TEN4), and
® one steam heated cotton dye range (ID No. CRI)
The following table provides a summary of limits and standards for the emission source(s) describe above:
Regulated Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Pollutant
volatile
organic work practice standards 15A NCAC 2D .0958
compounds
1. 15A NCAC 2D .0958: WORK PRACTICES FOR SOURCES OF VOLATILE ORGANIC
COMPOUNDS
a. Pursuant to 15A NCAC 2D .0958, for all sources that use volatile organic compounds (VOC) as
solvents, carriers,material processing media, or industrial chemical reactants, or in similar uses that
mix, blend, or manufacture VOCs, or emit VOCs as a product of chemical reactions: the Permittee shall:
i. store all material, including waste material,containing VOCs in tanks or in containers covered with
a tightly fitting lid that is free of cracks, holes, or other defects, when not in use,
ii. clean up spills of VOCs as soon as possible following proper safety procedures,
iii. store wipe rags containing VOCs in closed containers,
iv. not clean sponges, fabric,wood, paper products, and other absorbent materials with VOCs,
v. transfer solvents containing VOCs used to clean supply lines and other coating equipment into
closable containers and close such containers immediately after each use, or transfer such solvents
to closed tanks, or to a treatment facility regulated under section 402 of the Clean Water Act,
vi. clean mixing,blending, and manufacturing vats and containers containing VOCs by adding cleaning
solvent and close the vat or container before agitating the cleaning solvent. The spent cleaning
solvent shall then be transferred into a closed container, a closed tank or a treatment facility
regulated under section 402 of the Clean Water Act.
b. When cleaning parts with a solvent containing a VOC,the Permittee shall:
i flush parts in the freeboard area,
ii. take precautions to reduce the pooling of solvent on and in the parts,
iii. tilt or rotate parts to drain solvent and allow a minimum of 15 seconds for drying or until all
dripping has stopped,whichever is longer,
iv. not fill cleaning machines above the fill line,
v. not agitate solvent to the point of causing splashing.
Monitoring [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. To assure compliance with paragraphs (a) and(b) above,the Permittee shall, at a minimum, perform a
visual inspection once per month of all operations and processes utilizing VOCs. The inspections shall
be conducted during normal operations. If the required inspections are not conducted the Permittee
shall be deemed to be in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0958.
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Recordkeepin [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
d. The results of the inspections shall be maintained in a logbook(written or electronic format) on-site and
made available to an authorized representative upon request. The logbook shall record the following:
i. the date and time of each inspection; and
ii. the results of each inspection noting whether or not noncompliant conditions were observed.
If the required records are not maintained the Permittee shall be deemed to be in noncompliance with
15A NCAC 2D .0958.
Reporting [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
e. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of the observations postmarked on or before January 30 of
each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between July and December and July 30 of each
calendar year for the preceding six-month period between January and June. All instances of deviations
from the requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
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B.
• one natural gas-fired textile roller printer(ID No. PR3),
• one natural gas-fired pigment range (ID No. PIG1),
• two natural gas-fired textile screen printers (ID Nos. PR4 and PR5),
• three natural gas-fired tenter frames (ID Nos. TEN2, and TENS),
• one natural gas-fired thermosol range (ID No. TR1), and
• one bleach range and natural gas-fired finishing range (ID Nos. BM and TEN4)
The following table provides a summary of limits and standards for the emission source(s)describe above:
Regulated Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Pollutant
volatile 250 tons per year 15A NCAC 2Q .0317
organic (PSD avoidance)
compounds
1. 15A NCAC 2Q. 0317 AVOIDANCE CONDITIONS
(Avoidance of 15A NCAC 2D .0530: PREVENTION OF SIGNIFICANT DETERIORATION)
a. In order to avoid applicability of 2D .0530(g),the above emission sources(ID Nos.PR3 through PR5,
PIG1,TEN2 through TEN4,TR1,BLI)shall discharge into the atmosphere less than 250 tons of
volatile organic(VOC)compounds per consecutive twelve month period.
Testing [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ.
If the results of this test are above the limit given in Section 2.2.B.La. above,the Permittee shall be
deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0530.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. Calculations of VOC emissions per month shall be made at the end of each month. VOC emissions
shall be determined by multiplying the total amount of each type of VOC-containing material consumed
during the month by the VOC content of the material. The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance
with 15A NCAC 2D .0530 if the amounts of VOC containing materials or the VOC emissions are not
monitored and recorded.
d. Calculations and the total amount of VOC emissions shall be recorded monthly in a logbook(written or
electronic format). The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0530 if the
VOC emissions exceed the limit in Section 2.2.13.l.a.
Reporting [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
e. The Permittee shall submit a summary report,acceptable to the Regional Air Quality Supervisor, of
monitoring and recordkeeping activities postmarked on or before January 30 of each calendar year for
the preceding six-month period between July and December and July 30 of each calendar year for the
preceding six-month period between January and June. The report shall contain the following:
i. The monthly volatile organic compound emissions for the previous 17 months. The emissions must
be calculated for each of the twelve month periods over the previous 17 months, and
ii. All instances of deviations from the requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
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C. All emission sources
The following table provides a summary of limits and standards for the emission source(s)describe above:
Regulated Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Pollutant
odors State-enforceable Only 15A NCAC 2D .1806
odorous emissions must be controlled
State-enforceable Only
1. 15A NCAC 2D .1806: CONTROL AND PROHIBITION OF ODOROUS EMISSIONS
a. The Permittee shall not operate the facility without implementing management practices or installing and
operating odor control equipment sufficient to prevent odorous emissions from the facility from causing
or contributing to objectionable odors beyond the facility's boundary.
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State-enforceable Only
2.3- TOXIC AIR POLLUTANT UTANT EMISSIONS L,IMITATI N ADD P TIN
REQUIREMENTS
Pursuant to 15A NCAC 2D .l 100 and in accordance with the approved application for an air toxic
compliance demonstration,the following permit limit shall not be exceeded:
�SSION SOURCE(S) TOXIC AIR I'QLLUTANT(S) EMISSION LIMITS)
`.
Tenter frame(ID No. TEN2) Ammonia 0.30 pounds per hour
Formaldehyde 0.128 pounds per hour
Methyl isobutyl ketone 6.32 pounds per hour
Styrene 0.21 pounds per hour
Tenter frame (ID No. TENS) Ammonia 0.228 pounds per hour
Formaldehyde 0.104 pounds per hour
Methyl isobutyl ketone 6.32 pounds per hour
Styrene 0.21 pounds per hour
Tenter frame (ID No. TEN4) Ammonia 0.004 pounds per hour
Boiler(ID No.B1) Formaldehyde 0.0204 pounds per hour
Boiler(ID No.B2) Formaldehyde 0.0007 pounds per hour
Printer(ID No.PR3) Ammonia 3.36 pounds per hour
Formaldehyde 0.084 pounds per hour
Styrene 1.24 pounds per hour
Printer(ID No. PR4) Ammonia 2.86 pounds per hour
Formaldehyde 0.084 pounds per hour
Styrene 1.24 pounds per hour
Printer(ID No.PR5) Ammonia 2.86 pounds per hour
Formaldehyde 0.084 pounds per hour
Styrene 1.24 pounds per hour
Pigment range(ID No. PIG I) Formaldehyde 0.0008 pounds per hour
Thermosol range (ID No. TRl) Ammonia 1.12 pounds per hour
Formaldehyde 0.002 pounds per hour
Retention pond(ID No. RP) Ammonia 0.0012 pounds per hour
Formaldehyde 0.0016 pounds per hour
1. To ensure compliance with the above limits,the following restrictions shall apply:
i. The input rate of ammonia to the roller printer(ID Nos.PR3)shall not exceed 3.35 pounds per hour,
ii. The input rate of ammonia to each screen printer(ID Nos.PR4 and PR5)shall not exceed 2.85 pounds
per hour,
iii. The input rate of formaldehyde to the tenter frame(ID Nos.TEN3)shall not exceed 0.104 pounds per
hour, and
iv. The input rate of formaldehyde to the tenter frame (ID No. TEN2) shall not exceed 0.126 pounds per
hour.
2. The Permittee shall keep daily records in a logbook(written or electronic format) of the following:
i. The maximum hourly rate of ammonia input to each printer(ID Nos.PR3,PR4,PR5)for each day of
production, and
ii. The maximum hourly rate of formaldehyde input to each tenter frame (ID Nos.TEN2,TEN3)for each
day of production.
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3. For compliance purposes,postmarked within thirty(30)days after each calendar year quarter the following
shall be reported to the Regional Supervisor,Division of Air Quality:
i. The maximum hourly rate of ammonia input to each printer(ID Nos.PR3,PR4,PR5)for each day of
production, and
ii. The maximum hourly rate of formaldehyde input to each tenter frame (ID Nos. TEN2,TEN3)for each
day of production.
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SECTION 3 - GENERAL CONDITIONS (version 3®6)
This section describes terms and conditions applicable to this Title V facility.
A. General Provisions [NCGS 143-215 and 15A NCAC 2Q .0508(i)(16)]
1. Terms not otherwise defined in this permit shall have the meaning assigned to such terms as defined in
15A NCAC 2D and 2Q.
2. The terms, conditions,requirements, limitations, and restrictions set forth in this permit are binding and
enforceable pursuant to NCGS 143-215.114A and 143-215.114B, including assessment of civil and/or
criminal penalties.Any unauthorized deviation from the conditions of this permit may constitute grounds
for revocation and/or enforcement action by the DAQ.
3. This permit is not a waiver of or approval of any other Department permits that may be required for other
aspects of the facility which are not addressed in this permit.
4. This permit does not relieve the Permittee from liability for harm or injury to human health or welfare,
animal or plant life,or property caused by the construction or operation of this permitted facility,or from
penalties therefore,nor does it allow the Permittee to cause pollution in contravention of state laws or
rules,unless specifically authorized by an order from the North Carolina Environmental Management
Commission.
5. Except as identified as state-only requirements in this permit, all terms and conditions contained herein
shall be enforceable by the DAQ,the EPA, and citizens of the United States as defined in the Federal
Clean Air Act.
6. Any stationary source of air pollution shall not be operated,maintained, or modified without the
appropriate and valid permits issued by the DAQ,unless the source is exempted by rule. The DAQ may
issue a permit only after it receives reasonable assurance that the installation will not cause air pollution in
violation of any of the applicable requirements. A permitted installation may only be operated,
maintained,constructed,expanded,or modified in a manner that is consistent with the terms of this permit.
B. Permit Availability [15A NCAC 2Q .0507(k)and .0508(i)(9)(B)]
The Permittee shall have available at the facility a copy of this permit and shall retain for the duration of the
permit term one complete copy of the application and any information submitted in support of the application
package. The permit and application shall be made available to an authorized representative of Department of
Environment and Natural Resources upon request.
C. Severability Clause [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(i)(2)]
In the event of an administrative challenge to a final and binding permit in which a condition is held to be
invalid,the provisions in this permit are severable so that all requirements contained in the permit,except those
held to be invalid, shall remain valid and must be complied with.
D. Submissions [15A NCAC 2Q .0507(e)and 2Q .0508(i)(16)]
Except as otherwise specified herein,two copies of all documents,reports,test data,monitoring data,
notifications,request for renewal, and any other information required by this permit shall be submitted to the
appropriate Regional Office. Refer to the Regional Office address on the cover page of this permit. For
continuous emissions monitoring systems(CEMS)reports,continuous opacity monitoring systems(COMS)
reports, quality assurance(QA)/quality control (QC)reports,acid rain CEM certification reports, and NOx
budget CEM certification reports,one copy shall be sent to the appropriate Regional Office and one copy shall
be sent to:
Supervisor, Stationary Source Compliance
North Carolina Division of Air Quality
1641 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,NC 27699-1641
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All submittals shall include the facility name and Facility ID number(refer to the cover page of this permit).
E. Duty to Comply[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(i)(2)]
The Permittee shall comply with all terms,conditions,requirements, limitations and restrictions set forth in
this permit.Noncompliance with any permit condition except conditions identified as state-only requirements
constitutes a violation of the Federal Clean Air Act. Noncompliance with any permit condition is grounds for
enforcement action,for permit termination,revocation and reissuance,or modification, or for denial of a
permit renewal application.
F. Circumvention-STATE ENFORCEABLE ONLY
The facility shall be properly operated and maintained at all times in a manner that will effect an overall
reduction in air pollution. Unless otherwise specified by this permit,no emission source may be operated
without the concurrent operation of its associated air pollution control device(s)and appurtenances.
G. Permit Modifications
1. Administrative Permit Amendments [15A NCAC 2Q .0514]
The Permittee shall submit an application for an administrative permit amendment in accordance with 15A
NCAC 2Q .0514.
2. Transfer in Ownership or Operation and Application Submittal Content [15A NCAC 2Q.0524 and 2Q
.0505]
The Permittee shall submit an application for an ownership change in accordance with 15A NCAC
2Q.0524 and 2Q.0505.
3. Minor Permit Modifications[15A NCAC 2Q .0515]
The Permittee shall submit an application for a minor permit modification in accordance with 15A NCAC
2Q .0515.
4. Significant Permit Modifications [15A NCAC 2Q .0516]
The Permittee shall submit an application for a significant permit modification in accordance with 15A
NCAC 2Q .0516.
5. Reopening for Cause [15A NCAC 2Q.0517]
The Permittee shall submit an application for reopening for cause in accordance with 15A NCAC 2Q
.0517.
H. Changes Not Requiring Permit Modifications
1. Reporting Requirements
Any of the following that would result in new or increased emissions from the emission source(s) listed in
Section 1 must be reported to the Regional Supervisor,DAQ:
a. changes in the information submitted in the application;
b. changes that modify equipment or processes;or
c. changes in the quantity or quality of materials processed.
If appropriate,modifications to the permit may then be made by the DAQ to reflect any necessary changes in
the permit conditions. In no case are any new or increased emissions allowed that will cause a violation of the
emission limitations specified herein.
2. Section 502(b)(10) Changes [15A NCAC 2Q.0523(a)]
a. "Section 502(b)(10) changes"means changes that contravene an express permit term or condition.
Such changes do not include changes that would violate applicable requirements or contravene
federally enforceable permit terms and conditions that are monitoring(including test methods),
recordkeeping,reporting,or compliance certification requirements.
b. The Permittee may make Section 502(bx10)changes without having the permit revised if:
i. the changes are not a modification under Title I of the Federal Clean Air Act;
ii. the changes do not cause the allowable emissions under the permit to be exceeded;
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iii. the Permittee notifies the Director and EPA with written notification at least seven days before the
change is made; and
iv. the Permittee shall attach the notice to the relevant permit.
c. The written notification shall include:
i. a description of the change;
ii. the date on which the change will occur;
iii. any change in emissions; and
iv. any pen-nit term or condition that is no longer applicable as a result of the change.
d. Section 502(b)(10)changes shall be made in the pen-nit the next time that the permit is revised or
renewed,whichever comes first.
3. Off Permit Changes [15A NCAC 2Q .0523(b)]
The Permittee may make changes in the operation or emissions without revising the permit if.
a. the change affects only insignificant activities and the activities remain insignificant after the change;
or
b. the change is not covered under any applicable requirement.
4. Emissions Trading [15A NCAC 2Q .0523(c)]
To the extent that emissions trading is allowed under 15A NCAC 2D, including subsequently adopted
maximum achievable control technology standards,emissions trading shall be allowed without permit
revision pursuant to 15A NCAC 2Q .0523(c).
I.A.Reporting Requirements for Excess Emissions and Permit Deviations
[15A NCAC 2D .0535(0 and 2Q .0508(0(2)]
"Excess Emissions"-means an emission rate that exceeds any applicable emission limitation or standard
allowed by any rule in Sections .0500, .0900, .1200,or.1400 of Subchapter 21); or by a permit condition; or
that exceeds an emission limit established in a permit issued under 15A NCAC 2Q .0700. (Note:Definitions
of excess emissions under 2D.I I 10 and 2D.I I I I shall apply where defined by rule.)
"Deviations"-for the purposes of this condition, any action or condition not in accordance with the terms and
conditions of this permit including those attributable to upset conditions as well as excess emissions as defined
above lasting less than four hours.
Excess Emissions
1. If a source is required to report excess emissions under NSPS (15A NCAC 2D .0524),NESHAPS (15A
NCAC 2D .I 110 or.1111), or the operating pen-nit provides for periodic(e.g., quarterly)reporting of
excess emissions,reporting shall be performed as prescribed therein.
2. If the source is not subject to NSPS(15A NCAC 2D .0524),NESHAPS (15A NCAC 2D .I 110 or.I 111),
or these riles do NOT define "excess emissions,"the Pennittee shall report excess emissions in
accordance with 15A NCAC 2D .0535 as follows:
a. Pursuant to 15A NCAC 2D .0535, if excess emissions last for more than four hours resulting from a
malfunction, a breakdown of process or control equipment,or any other abnormal condition,the
owner or operator shall:
i. notify the Regional Supervisor or Director of any such occurrence by 9:00 a.m.Eastern Time of
the Division's next business day of becoming aware of the occurrence and provide:
• name and location of the facility;
• nature and cause of the malfunction or breakdown;
• time when the malfunction or breakdown is first observed;
• expected duration;and
• estimated rate of emissions;
ii. notify the Regional Supervisor or Director immediately when corrective measures have been
accomplished; and
iii. submit to the Regional Supervisor or Director within 15 days a written report as described in 15A
NCAC 2D .0535(f)(3).
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Permit Deviations
3. Pursuant to 15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)(2),the Permittee shall report deviations from pen-nit requirements
(terms and conditions)as follows:
a. Notify the Regional Supervisor or Director of all other deviations from permit requirements not
covered under 15A NCAC 2D .0535 quarterly. A written report to the Regional Supervisor shall
include the probable cause of such deviation and any corrective actions or preventative actions taken.
The responsible official shall certify all deviations from permit requirements.
I.B.Other Requirements under 15A NCAC 2D .0535
The Permittee shall comply with all other applicable requirements contained in 15A NCAC 2D .0535,
including 15A NCAC 2D .0535(c)as follows:
1. Any excess emissions that do not occur during start-up and shut-down shall be considered a violation of
the appropriate rule unless the owner or operator of the sources demonstrates to the Director,that the
excess emissions are a result of a malfunction. The Director shall consider,along with any other pertinent
information,the criteria contained in 15A NCAC 2D .0535(c)(1)through(7).
2. 15A NCAC 2D .0535(g). Excess emissions during start-up and shut-down shall be considered a violation
of the appropriate rule if the owner or operator cannot demonstrate that excess emissions are unavoidable.
J. Emergency Provisions [40 CFR 70.6(g)]
The Permittee shall be subject to the following provisions with respect to emergencies:
1. An emergency means any situation arising from sudden and reasonably unforeseeable events beyond the
control of the facility, including acts of God,which situation requires immediate corrective action to
restore normal operation, and that causes the facility to exceed a technology-based emission limitation
under the permit,due to unavoidable increases in emissions attributable to the emergency. An emergency
shall not include noncompliance to the extent caused by improperly designed equipment, lack of
preventive maintenance, careless or improper operation,or operator error.
2. An emergency constitutes an affinnative defense to an action brought for noncompliance with such
technology-based emission limitations if the conditions specified in 3. below are met.
3. The affirmative defense of emergency shall be demonstrated through properly signed contemporaneous
operating logs or other relevant evidence that include information as follows:
a. an emergency occurred and the Permittee can identify the cause(s)of the emergency;
b. the permitted facility was at the time being properly operated;
c. during the period of the emergency the Permittee took all reasonable steps to minimize levels of
emissions,that exceeded the standards or other requirements in the permit; and
d. the Permittee submitted notice of the emergency to the DAQ within two working days of the time
when emission limitations were exceeded due to the emergency. This notice must contain a
description of the emergency,steps taken to mitigate emissions, and corrective actions taken.
4. In any enforcement proceeding,the Permittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an emergency has the
burden of proof.
5. This provision is in addition to any emergency or upset provision contained in any applicable requirement
specified elsewhere herein.
K. Permit Renewal [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(e)and 2Q .0513(b)]
This 15A NCAC 2Q .0500 permit is issued for a fixed tern not to exceed five years and shall expire at the end
of its tern. Permit expiration terminates the facility's right to operate unless a complete 15A NCAC 2Q .0500
renewal application is submitted at least nine months before the date of permit expiration. If the Permittee or
applicant has complied with 15A NCAC 2Q .0512(b)(1), this 15A NCAC 2Q .0500 permit shall not expire
until the renewal permit has been issued or denied. Permit expiration under 15A NCAC 2Q .0400 tenminates
the facility's right to operate unless a complete 15A NCAC 2Q .0400 renewal application is submitted at least
six months before the date of permit expiration for facilities subject to 15A NCAC 2Q .0400 requirements. In
either of these events, all terns and conditions of these permits shall remain in effect until the renewal permits
have been issued or denied.
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L. Need to Halt or Reduce Activity Not a Defense [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(i)(4)]
It shall not be a defense for a Permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary to halt or
reduce the permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the conditions of this permit.
M. Duty to Provide Information(submittal of information) [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(i)(9)]
1. The Permittee shall furnish to the DAQ, in a timely manner, any reasonable infonnation that the Director
may request in writin to determine whether cause exists for modifying,revoking and reissuing,or
terminating the pen-nit or to determine compliance with the permit.
2. The Permittee shall furnish the DAQ copies of records required to be kept by the permit when such copies
are requested by the Director.For information claimed to be confidential,the Permittee may furnish such
records directly to the EPA upon request along with a claim of confidentiality.
N. Duty to Supplement[15A NCAC 2Q .0507(f)]
The Pennittee, upon becoming aware that any relevant facts were omitted or incorrect information was
submitted in the permit application, shall promptly submit such supplementary facts or corrected information
to the DAQ. The Permittee shall also provide additional information as necessary to address any requirement
that becomes applicable to the facility after the date a complete permit application was submitted but prior to
the release of the draft permit.
O. Retention of Records [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)and 2Q .0508(1)]
The Permittee shall retain records of all required monitoring data and supporting information for a period of at
least five years from the date of the monitoring sample,measurement,report,or application. Supporting
information includes all calibration and maintenance records and all original strip-chart recordings for
continuous monitoring information, and copies of all reports required by the permit. These records shall be
maintained in a fonn suitable and readily available for expeditious inspection and review. Any records
required by the conditions of this permit shall be kept on site and made available to DAQ personnel for
inspection upon request.
P. Compliance Certification [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(n)]
The Permittee shall submit to the DAQ and the EPA(Air and EPCRA Enforcement Branch,EPA,Region 4,
61 Forsyth Street,Atlanta,GA 30303)postmarked on or before March 1 a compliance certification(for the
preceding calendar year)by a responsible official with all federally-enforceable terms and conditions in the
permit, including emissions limitations, standards, or work practices. It shall be the responsibility of the
current owner to submit a compliance certification for the entire year regardless of who owned the facility
during the year. The compliance certification
shall comply with additional requirements as may be specified under Sections 114(a)(3)or 504(b)of the
Federal Clean Air Act. The compliance certification shall specify:
1. the identification of each term or condition of the permit that is the basis of the certification;
2. the compliance status(with the terms and conditions of the permit for the period covered by the
certification);
3. whether compliance was continuous or intermittent;and
4. the method(s)used for determining the compliance status of the source during the certification period.
Q. Certification by Responsible Official [15A NCAC 2Q .0520]
A responsible official shall certify the truth, accuracy, and completeness of any application form,report, or
compliance certification required by this permit. All certifications shall state that based on information and
belief formed after reasonable inquiry,the statements and information in the document are true, accurate,and
complete.
R. Permit Shield for Applicable Requirements[15A NCAC 2Q .0512]
1. Compliance with the terns and conditions of this permit shall be deemed compliance with applicable
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requirements,where such applicable requirements are included and specifically identified in the permit as
of the date of permit issuance.
2. A permit shield shall not alter or affect:
a. the power of the Commission, Secretary of the Department,or Governor under NCGS 143-
215.3(a)(12), or EPA under Section 303 of the Federal Clean Air Act;
b. the liability of an owner or operator of a facility for any violation of applicable requirements prior to
the effective date of the permit or at the time of permit issuance;
c. the applicable requirements under Title IV; or
d. the ability of the Director or the EPA under Section 114 of the Federal Clean Air Act to obtain
information to determine compliance of the facility with its permit.
3. A permit shield does not apply to any change made at a facility that does not require a permit or permit
revision made under 15A NCAC 2Q .0523.
4. A permit shield does not extend to minor permit modifications made under 15A NCAC 2Q.0515.
S. Termination,Modification,and Revocation of the Permit[15A NCAC 2Q .0519]
The Director may terminate, modify, or revoke and reissue this permit if:
1. the information contained in the application or presented in support thereof is determined to be incorrect;
2. the conditions under which the permit or permit renewal was granted have changed;
3. violations of conditions contained in the permit have occurred;
4. the EPA requests that the permit be revoked under 40 CFR 70.7(g)or 70.8(d);or
5. the Director finds that termination,modification,or revocation and reissuance of the permit is necessary to
carry out the purpose of NCGS Chapter 143,Article 21B.
T. Insignificant Activities [15A NCAC 2Q .0503]
Because an emission source or activity is insignificant does not mean that the emission source or activity is
exempted from any applicable requirement or that the owner or operator of the source is exempted from
demonstrating compliance with any applicable requirement. The Permittee shall have available at the facility
at all times and made available to an authorized representative upon request, documentation, including
calculations, if necessary,to demonstrate that an emission source or activity is insignificant.
U. Property Rights [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(i)(8)]
This permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property or any exclusive privileges.
V. Inspection and Entry[15A NCAC 2Q .0508(1)and NCGS 143-215.3(a)(2)]
1. Upon presentation of credentials and other documents as may be required by law,the Permittee shall allow
the DAQ, or an authorized representative,to perform the following:
a. enter the Permittee's premises where the permitted facility is located or emissions-related activity is
conducted, or where records are kept under the conditions of the permit;
b. have access to and copy,at reasonable times,any records that are required to be kept under the
conditions of the permit;
c. inspect at reasonable times and using reasonable safety practices any source,equipment(including
monitoring and air pollution control equipment),practices,or operations regulated or required under
the permit;and
d. sample or monitor substances or parameters, using reasonable safety practices,for the purpose of
assuring compliance with the permit or applicable requirements at reasonable times.
Nothing in this condition shall limit the ability of the EPA to inspect or enter the premises of the Pernittee
under Section 114 or other provisions of the Federal Clean Air Act.
2. No person shall refuse entry or access to any authorized representative of the DAQ who requests entry for
purposes of inspection,and who presents appropriate credentials,nor shall any person obstruct,hamper,or
interfere with any such authorized representative while in the process of carrying out his official duties.
Refusal of entry or access may constitute grounds for permit revocation and assessment of civil penalties.
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W. Annual Fee Payment[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(i)(10)]
1. The Pennittee shall pay all fees in accordance with 15A NCAC 2Q .0200.
2. Payment of fees may be by check or money order made payable to the N.C.Department of Environment
and Natural Resources. Annual permit fee payments shall refer to the permit number.
3. If,within 30 days after being billed,the Permittee fails to pay an annual fee,the Director may initiate
action to terminate the permit under 15A NCAC 2Q .0519.
X. Annual Emission Inventory Requirements [15A NCAC 2Q .0207]
The Permittee shall report by June 30 of each year the actual emissions of each air pollutant listed in 15A
NCAC 2Q.0207(a)from each emission source within the facility during the previous calendar year. The
report shall be in or on such form as may be established by the Director. The accuracy of the report shall be
certified by a responsible official of the facility.
Y. Confidential Information[15A NCAC 2Q .0107 and 2Q.0508(1)(9)]
Whenever the Permittee submits information under a claim of confidentiality pursuant to 15A NCAC 2Q
.0107,the Permittee may also submit a copy of all such information and claim directly to the EPA upon
request. All requests for confidentiality must be in accordance with 15A NCAC 2Q .0107.
Z. Construction and Operation Permits [15A NCAC 2Q.0100 and .0300]
A construction and operating pen-nit shall be obtained by the Permittee for any proposed new or modified
facility or emission source which is not exempted from having a permit prior to the beginning of construction
or modification, in accordance with all applicable provisions of 15A NCAC 2Q .0100 and .0300.
AA.Standard Application Form and Required Information[15A NCAC 2Q .0505 and .0507]
The Permittee shall submit applications and required information in accordance with the provisions of 15A
NCAC 2Q .0505 and .0507.
BB.Financial Responsibility and Compliance History[15A NCAC 2Q .0507(d)(4)]
The DAQ may require an applicant to submit a.statement of financial qualifications and/or a statement of
substantial compliance history.
CC.Refrigerant Requirements(Stratospheric Ozone and Climate Protection) [15A NCAC 2Q .0501(e)]
1. If the Permittee has appliances or refrigeration equipment,including air conditioning equipment,which
use Class I or 11 ozone-depleting substances such as chlorofluorocarbons and hydrochlorofluorocarbons
listed as refrigerants in 40 CFR Part 82 Subpart A Appendices A and B,the Permittee shall service,repair,
and maintain such equipment according to the work practices,personnel certification requirements, and
certified recycling and recovery equipment specified in 40 CFR Part 82 Subpart F.
2. The Permittee shall not knowingly vent or otherwise release any Class I or H substance into the
environment during the repair,servicing,maintenance,or disposal of any such device except as provided
in 40 CFR Part 82 Subpart F.
3. The Permittee shall comply with all reporting and recordkeeping requirements of 40 CFR ❑ 82.166.
Reports shall be submitted to the EPA or its designee as required.
DD.Prevention of Accidental Releases-Section 112(r) [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(h)]
If the Permittee is required to develop and register a Risk Management Plan with EPA pursuant to Section
112(r)of the Clean Air Act,then the Pennittee is required to register this plan in accordance with 40 CFR Part
68.
EE.Prevention of Accidental Releases General Duty Clause-Section 112(r)(1)-
FEDERALLY-ENFORCEABLE ONLY
Although a risk management plan may not be required,if the Permittee produces,processes,handles,or stores
any amount of a listed hazardous substance,the Permittee has a general duty to take such steps as are
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necessary to prevent the accidental release of such substance and to minimize the consequences of any release.
FF.Title IV Allowances [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(i)(1)]
This permit does not limit the number of Title IV allowances held by the Permittee,but the Permittee may not
use allowances as a defense to noncompliance with any other applicable requirement. The Permittee's
emissions may not exceed any allowances that the facility lawfully holds under Title IV of the Federal Clean
Air Act.
GG.Air Pollution Emergency Episode [15A NCAC 2D.0300]
Should the Director of the DAQ declare an Air Pollution Emergency Episode,the Permittee will be required to
operate in accordance with the Permittee's previously approved Emission Reduction Plan or, in the absence of
an approved plan,with the appropriate requirements specified in 15A NCAC 2D .0300.
fM.Registration of Air Pollution Sources [15A NCAC 2D.0200]
The Director of the DAQ may require the Permittee to register a source of air pollution. If the Permittee is
required to register a source of air pollution,this registration and required infonnation will be in accordance
with 15A NCAC 2D .0202(b).
11. Ambient Air Quality Standards [15A NCAC 2D.0501(c)]
hi addition to any control or manner of operation necessary to meet emission standards specified in this permit,
any source of air pollution shall be operated with such control or in such manner that the source shall not cause
the ambient air quality standards in 15A NCAC 21) .0400 to be exceeded at any point beyond the premises on
which the source is located. When controls more stringent than named in the applicable emission standards in
this permit are required to prevent violation of the ambient air quality standards or are required to create an
offset,the permit shall contain a condition requiring these controls.
JJ. General Emissions Testing and Reporting Requirements [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(i)(16)]
Emission compliance testing shall be by the procedures of Section .2600, except as may be otherwise
required in Rules .0524, .0912, .1110, .1111, or.1415 of Subchapter 2D.
If emissions testing is required by this permit or the DAQ or if the Permittee submits emissions testing to the
DAQ to demonstrate compliance,the Pennittee shall perform such testing in accordance with 15A NCAC 21)
.2600 and follow the procedures outlined below:
1. The owner or operator of the source shall arrange for air emission testing protocols to be provided to the
Director prior to air pollution testing. Testing protocols are not required to be pre-approved by the
Director prior to air pollution testing. The Director shall review air emission testing protocols for pre-
approval prior to testing if requested by the owner or operator at least 45 days before conducting the
test.
2. Any person proposing to conduct an emissions test to demonstrate compliance with an applicable
standard shall notify the Director at least 15 days before beginning the test so that the Director may at
his option observe the test.
3. The owner or operator of the source shall arrange for controlling and measuring the production rates
during the period of air testing. The owner or operator of the source shall ensure that the equipment or
process being tested is operated at the production rate that best fulfills the purpose of the test.The
individual conducting the emission test shall describe the procedures used to obtain accurate process
data and include in the test report the average production rates determined during each testing period.
4. Two copies of the final air emission test report shall be submitted to the Director not later than 30 days
after sample collection unless otherwise specified in the specific conditions. The owner or operator may
request an extension to submit the final test report. The Director shall approve an extension request if he
finds that the extension request is a result of actions beyond the control of the owner or operator.
a. The Director shall make the final detennination regarding any testing procedure deviation and the
validity of the compliance test.The Director may:
(1) Allow deviations from a method specified under a rule in this Section if the owner or operator
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of the source being tested demonstrates to the satisfaction of the Director that the specified
method is inappropriate for the source being tested.
(2)Prescribe alternate test procedures on an individual basis when he finds that the alternative
method is necessary to secure more reliable test data.
(3)Prescribe or approve methods on an individual basis for sources or pollutants for which no test
method is specified in this Section if the methods can be demonstrated to determine compliance
of permitted emission sources or pollutants.
b. The Director may authorize the Division of Air Quality to conduct independent tests of any source
subject to a rule in this Subchapter to determine the compliance status of that source or to verify any
test data submitted relating to that source. Any test conducted by the Division of Air Quality using
the appropriate testing procedures described in Section 2D .2600 has precedence over all other tests.
KK.Reopening for Cause[15A NCAC 2Q .0517]
1. A permit shall be reopened and revised under the following circumstances:
a. additional applicable requirements become applicable to a facility with remaining permit term of three
or more years;
b. additional requirements(including excess emission requirements)become applicable to a source
covered by Title IV;
c. the Director or EPA finds that the permit contains a material mistake or that inaccurate statements
were made in establishing the emissions standards or other terms or conditions of the permit;or
d. the Director or EPA determines that the permit must be revised or revoked to assure compliance with
the applicable requirements.
2. Any permit reopening shall be completed or a revised permit issued within 18 months after the applicable
requirement is promulgated. No reopening is required if the effective date of the requirement is after the
expiration of the permit term unless the term of the pen-nit was extended pursuant to 15A NCAC 2Q
.0513(c).
3. Except for the state-enforceable only portion of the permit,the procedures set out in 15A NCAC 2Q .0507,
.0521, or.0522 shall be followed to reissue the permit. If the State-enforceable only portion of the pen-nit
is reopened,the procedures in 15A NCAC 2Q.0300 shall be followed. The proceedings shall affect only
those parts of the permit for which cause to reopen exists.
4. The Director shall notify the Permittee at least 60 days in advance of the date that the permit is to be
reopened,except in cases of imminent threat to public health or safety the notification period may be less
than 60 days.
5. Within 90 days,or 180 days if the EPA extends the response period, after receiving notification from the
EPA that a permit needs to be terminated,modified, or revoked and reissued,the Director shall send to the
EPA a proposed determination of termination,modification, or revocation and reissuance, as appropriate.
LL.Reporting Requirements for Non-Operating Equipment [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(i)(16)]
The Permittee shall maintain a record of operation for permitted equipment noting whenever the equipment is
taken from and placed into operation. During operation the monitoring recordkeeping and reporting
requirements as prescribed by the permit shall be implemented within the monitoring period.
MM.Fugitive Dust Control Requirement[15A NCAC 2D .0540]- STATE ENFORCEABLE ONLY
As required by 15A NCAC 2D .0540 "Particulates from Fugitive Dust Emission Sources,"the Permittee shall
not cause or allow fugitive dust emissions to cause or contribute to substantive complaints or excess visible
emissions beyond the property boundary. If substantive complaints or excessive fugitive dust emissions from
the facility are observed beyond the property boundaries for six minutes in any one hour(using Reference
Method 22 in 40 CFR,Appendix A),the owner or operator may be required to submit a fugitive dust plan as
described in 2D.0540(f).
"Fugitive dust emissions"means particulate matter from process operations that does not pass through a
process stack or vent and that is generated within plant property boundaries from activities such as: unloading
and loading areas,process areas stockpiles,stock pile working,plant parking lots,and plant roads(including
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access roads and haul roads).
NN. Specific Permit Modifications [15A NCAC 2Q.0501 and.0523]
l. For modifications made pursuant to 15A NCAC 2Q .0501(c)(2),the Permittee shall file a Title V Air
Quality Permit Application for the air emission source(s)and associated air pollution control device(s)
on or before 12 months after commencing operation.
2. For modifications made pursuant to 15A NCAC 2Q .0501(d)(2),the Permittee shall not begin operation
of the air emission source(s)and associated air pollution control device(s)until a Title V Air Quality
Permit Application is filed and a construction and operation permit following the procedures of Section
.0500(except for Rule .0504.of this Section)is obtained.
3. For modifications made pursuant to 502(b)(10), in accordance with 15A NCAC 2Q .0523(a)(1)(C),the
Permittee shall notify the Director and EPA(EPA-Air Planning Branch,61 Forsyth St.,Atlanta,GA
30303)in writing at least seven days before the change is made. The written notification shall include:
a. a description of the change at the facility;
b. the date on which the change will occur;
c. any change in emissions; and
d. any permit term or condition that is no longer applicable as a result of the change.
In addition to this notification requirement,with the next significant modification or Air Quality Permit
renewal,the Permittee shall submit a page "E5"of the application forms signed by the responsible
official verifying that the application for the 502(b)(10)change/modification, is true,accurate,and
complete. Further note that modifications made pursuant to 502(b)(10)do not relieve the Permittee
from satisfying preconstruction requirements.
OO.Third Party Participation and EPA Review [15A NCAC 2Q .0521, .0522 and .0525(7)]
For permits modifications subject to 45-day review by the federal Environment Protection Agency
(EPA), EPA's decision to not object to the proposed permit is considered final and binding on the EPA and
absent a third party,petition,the failure to object is the end of EPA's decision-making process with respect
to the revisions to the permit. The time period available to submit a public petition pursuant to 15A NCAC
2Q .0518 begins at the end of the 45-day EPA review period.
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ATTACHMENT
List of Acronyms
AOS Altemate Operating Scenario
PACT Best Available Control Technology
Btu British thermal unit
CAA Clean Air Act
CAIIR Clean Air Interstate Rule
CEM Continuous Emission Monitor
CFR Code of Federal Regulations
DAQ Division of Air Quality
DENR Department of Enviromnent and Natural Resources
EMC Environmental Management Commission
EPA Environmental Protection Agency
FR Federal Register
GACT Generally Available Control Technology
HAP Hazardous Air Pollutant
MACT Maximum Achievable Control Technology
NAA Non-Attainment Area
NCAC North Carolina Administrative Code
NCGS North Carolina General Statutes
NESHAPS National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants
NOx Nitrogen Oxides
NSPS New Source Performance Standard
OAH Office of Administrative Hearings
PM Particulate Matter
PM10 Particulate Matter with Nominal Aerodynamic Diameter of 10 Micrometers or Less
POS Primary Operating Scenario
PSD Prevention of Significant Deterioration
RACT Reasonably Available Control Technology
SIC Standard Industrial Classification
SIP State Implementation Plan
SOZ Sulfur Dioxide
tpy Tons Per Year
VOC Volatile Organic Compound