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No& Carolina Departs eni of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Aft'Quality
Bevatly Eaves Purduo Sheila C.Holman Dee Freeman
Govermor Director secfelary
April 30, 2012
Mr. Charles Smith
Vice President
General Shale Brick, Inc.
3015 Bristol Highway
Johnson City, TN 37601
Dear Mr. Smith:
SUBJECT; Air Quality Permit No. 04384T35
Facility ID: 05/19/00009
General Shale Brick, Inc.
Moncure, North Carolina
Chatham County
Fee Class: Title V
In accordance with your completed Air Quality Permit Application for a 2Q .0515 minor
modification of a Title V permit received March 8, 2012, we are forwarding herewith Air Quality Permit
No. 04384T35 to General Shale Brick, Inc., State Road 1923, Moncure, Chatham County, North Carolina
authorizing the construction and operation, of the emission source(s) and associated air pollution control
device(s) specified herein. Additionally, any emissions activities determined from your Air Quality Peril-Lit
Application as being insignificant per 15A North Carolina Administrative Code 2Q .0503(8) have been
listed for informational purposes as an "ATTACHMENT." 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.
These emission sources and or control devices (ID No(s). F-SGS) are listed as a minor modification
per 15A NCAC 2Q .0515. The compliance certification as described in General Condition P is required.
Unless otherwise notified by NC DAQ, the affected terms of this permit (excluding the pernut shield as
described General Condition R) for this source shall become final on (Enter date; 60 days after issue date).
Until this date, the affected permit terms herein reflect the proposed operating language that the Pertnittee
shall operate this source under pursuant to 15A NCAC 2Q .0515(f).
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Mr. Charles Smith
April 30, 2012
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As the designated responsible official it is your responsibility to review, unclel•stalld, 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 condition(s) 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 healing 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 flearings, 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 Unless a regrlest 161- a hearing is made pursuant to NCGS 15013-23, this Air Quality
Permit shall be final and binding 30 days after issuance.
YOU may reglleSt I110dlfiCatl011 of your All' Qnallty Permit through informal nleallS prll'Sllallt to
NCGS 15013-22. 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 wlless 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 Pernlittee has fulfilled the requirements of GS 143-215-108A(b) and received
written approval from the Director oftlie Division of Air Quality to commence construction. Failure to
receive an Air Quality Permit or written approval prior to commencing COnStruCt1011 is a violation of GS
143-215.109A 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 April 30, 2012 until June 30, 2016, is
nontransferable to Rutlire Owners and operators, and shall be subjQa-to-a c conditions and limitations as
specified therein. Should you have any questions concerl lklg this matter, ,]lease Contact Galitalll Patllaik at
(919) 715-6246.
Sincerely yol ,
y _ -
- 3oaald R;-v der Vaart, 1'11.D., P.C., J.D.
Enclosure Chief
c: Gregg Worley, CPA Region 4, permit only
Patrick Butler, Supervisor, Raleigh Regional Office
Central Files
INSIGNIFICANT ACTIVITIES I5A NCAC 2Q .0503(8)
Emission Source ID Emission Source Description
IES-K417.1, JES-K4F.2,and JES-K4F.3 Box feeder,conveying system,and storage tank for lime 4
IES-SD Wood receiving,icon-pneumatic Handling and conveying, and
story e o crations
IES-CP Open clay storage piles
IS-3 Screened clay conveying and handling operation for kiln I and 2
IS-4 Screened clay conveying and handling operation for kiln 3 and 4
IES-RECLAIM Reclaimer building storage piles
IES-F-CO-C I through IES-F-CO-05 and Coating operations including five conveyors and reclaimer
l ES-F-CO-2
IS-7.1 through IS-7.8 Six sand coating piles and two conveyers
IES-F-CH6 Existing rare material handling and conveying operations
IS-8.1 through IS-8.9 Kiln 3 raw material handling operations consisting of a storage pile,
box feeder,six conve ors,and a storage bin
1-F-CH-H and I-F-Cl-1-AF One hopper(50 ton capacity)and one apron feeder
IES-VSI, IES-VS2, IES-VS4,and IES-VS5 Four package-type kiln car vacuuming systems
IFS-T I One 350 gallon brick oil tank
IES-T2 One 350 gallon gear oil tank
IES-T3 One 275 gallon waste oil tank
1ES-'T4 One 1,000 gallon diesel tank
IES-T5 One 1,000 gallon gasoline tank
IS-14 One profane vaporizer(1.3 million BTU per hour burner)
FES-KI D I One brick dryer associated with Kiln I
I-ES-K2D1 One brick dryer associated with Kiln 2
IF-Bl-I-MR-DH and IF-BH-MR-C One dump hopper and one conveyor at the Brickhavenn site
I-F-Coal-CP Coal Pile
I-F-Coal-CH Coal Hopper
I-F-SSC Sand Conveyor
IES-VS3 Hi-Vac vacuum system for Kiln 3
1. Because an activity is insignificant sloes 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 Nvith the permit requirements for toxic air pollutants under 15A NCAC 2D
.1 100 "Control of Toxic Air Pollutants"or 2Q .0711 "Emission Rates Requiring a Permit".
3. For additional information regarding the applicability of GACT see the DAQ page titled "The
Regulatory Guide for Insignificant Activities/Permits Exempt Activities". The link to this site is as
follows: http:IMaq.state.nc.usl�er��tits/ii�sil
PERMIT CHANGE SUMMARY TABLE
The followin table re resents the char es to the current Title V permit No.04384T34:
Page Section Number Change
Number
5 Source Table Remove hanuuermill F-HM)add secondary crusher(F-SGS)
19 2.1 E. Add 12%opacity for new crusher and 7%opacity for building
opening to the table.
19 2.1 E. 1. Remove hammermill(F-HM)and add secondary crusher(F-SGS)to
.0521 condition
19 2.1 E.2.a. and b. Remove hammermill(F-HM)and add secondary crusher(F-SGS.
Add 12%opacity for new crusher and 7%opacity for building
opening.
30 to 40 General Conditions U dated to version 3.6
State of North Carolina ATkX. YVA
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Department of Environments
and Natural Resources
Division of Air Quality ualit NCDENi
AIR QUALITY PERMIT
Permit No. Replaces Permit No.(s) Effective Date Expiration Date
04384T35 04384T34 April 30, 2012 June 30, 2016
Until such time as this permit expires or is modified or revoked, she 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) %vithout 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: General Shale Brick, Inc.
Moncure Facility
Facility ID: 05/19/00009
Facility Site Location: 300 Brick Plant Road
City, County,State, Zip: Moncure, Chatham County, North Carolina 27559
Mailing Address: 300 Brick Plant Road
City,State, Zip: Moncure, North Carolina 27559
Application Number: 1900009.12A
Complete Application Date: March 8, 2012
Primary SIC Codes: 3251
Division of Air Quality, Raleigh Regional Office
Regional Office Address: 1628 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1628
/�tnfr'i"ssueC tla'— clay of April 2012.
taa -R ;ttr;i `" . aart, Ph.D., P.E.,J.D.,Chief, Air Permits Section
By �eadlo_' the Environmental Management Commission
Table Of Contents
SECTION 1: PERMITTED EMISSION SOURCE(S)AND ASSOCIATED
AIR POLLUTION CONTROL DEVICE(S)AND APPURTENANCES
SECTION 2: SPECIFIC LIMITATIONS AND CONDITIONS
2.1- Emission Source(s) Specific Limitations and Conditions
(Including specific requirements, testing, monitoring, recordkeeping, and
reporting requirements)
2.2- Multiple Emission Source(s) Specific Limitations and Conditions
(Including specific requirements, testing, monitoring, recordkeeping, and
reporting requirements)
SECTION 3: GENERAL PERMIT CONDITIONS
ATTACHMENT
List of Acronyms
Permit No.04384'r35
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SECTION 1 - PERMITTED EMISSION SOURCE(S) AND ASSOCIATED
AIR POLLUTION CONTROL DEVICE(S) AND
APPURTENANCES
The Collowin g table contains a sunnnar'otall mnalted emission sources and associated air ollution control deviccs:
Emission Emission Source Description Control Device Control Device Description
Source ID No.
ID No.
Brick Tunnel Kilns
BRICK PROCESSING LINES I AND 2—CAPE FEAR PLANT#24
ES-KI and ES- Two wooti/natural gas-fired brick tunnel N/A N/A
K2 Case By kilns(20.3 million Btu per hour beat
Case MALT input and 13.7 tons per hour fired brick
a'otluction rate)
Two simple cyclones operating in
ES-WD1,2 One rotary sawdust dryer(5.59 tons per CD-CI and CD-C2 parallel(89 inches in diameter each)
hour drying capacity;heated with
recycle heat front kilos I and 2 with
natural gas used's su lemental luel)
BRICK PROCESSING LINE 3—BRICK-HAVEN PLANT#25
ES-K3K One coal/natural gas/propane-fired brick CD-K3DLA* Dry limestone adsorber
Case By Case tunnel kiln(25.9 million Btu per hour
MACT heat input and 20.55 tons per hour
maximum fired brick n'oduction rate)
ES-K3D1, ES- Three natural gas/propane-fired brick N/A N/A
K3D2,and ES- dryers(4.43 million Bill per hour heat
K3133 in nut)
BRICK PROCESSING LINE 4--BRICKHAVEN PLANT#25
ES-K4K One coal/natural gas/propane-fired brick CD-K4DLA Dry limestone adsorber
Case By Case tunnel kiln(25.9 million Btu per hour
MACT heat input and 20.55 tons per hour
maximum fired brick oroduction rate)
ES-K4D11 ES- Three natural gas/propane-fired brick N/A N/A
K4D2,and ES- dryers(4.43 million Btu per hour heat
K4D3 in ttl)
Coal Proeessin System
ES-Coal-CC Coal crusher CD-Coal-CC One ba filter 4.7:1 air to cloth ratio)
Wood TueUSnwtlu, S stem
ES-WFS-SD- Two 8 x 8 screens CD-SD-DCI and Two dust collectors(8.17:1 and 8.06:1
SC and ES- CD-SD-DC2 air to cloth ratios,respectively)
WFS-SD-SC2 installed one each
ES-WFS-SD- Cyclone CD-SD-DC2 Dust collector(8.06:1 air to cloth ratio)
CYC
ES-WFS-SD- }lanntnermill CD-WFS-SD-CYC Cyclone(42 inches in diameter)and
HM and CD-SD-DC2 dust collector(8.06:1 air to cloth ratio)
ES-WFS-SD- Sawdust silo CD-SD-BV 1 One bin vent filter(4A4:1 air to cloth
SDS ratio)
Permit No.04384'1'35
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Emission Emission Source Description Control Device Control Device Descrija
Source
1D No.
ID No.
ES-WFS-SD- Surge hopper CD-SD-BV2 One bin vent filter(4.44SH ratio)
ES-WFS-SD- Transfer screw conveyor and screw feed CD-SD-DCI Dust collector(8.71:1 a
CV 1 and ES- conveyor
WFS-SD CV2
ES-WFS-SD- Enclosed conveyor N/A N/A
CV3
Coatin s Di per
ES-CD-8 One natural gas-fired rotary drum CD-CD8BF One bagfilter(2.05:I air to cloth ratio)
coatings dryer(250,000 Btu per hour
heat input;3.45 tons per hour drying
ca acit')
Cla "nodlinLy E ui went 200 tons el-hour maximum ca tacit
F-PC Primary crusher N/A N/A
NSPS—
Sub tart 000
F-SS I and F- Two scalping screens N/A N/A
SS2
NSPS—
Sub cart 000
F-SGS Secondary crusher N/A N/A
NSPS—
Sub tm•t 000
F-FS I and F- Two single deck screens N/A N/A
FS2
NSPS—
Sub art 000
F-FS3,F-FS4, One bank of seven finishing screens N/A N/A
and F-FS5
through F-FS9
NSPS—
Subpart 000
(F-FS3 and F-
FS4 only
F-FC4 and F- Finishing conveyors#4 and#5 N/A N/A
FC5
NSPS—
Sub art 000
F-C-CFBH Intersite conveyor N/A N/A
NSPS—
Suh tart 000
Griodiog and Sereemn O )erations 184 tons er hour
F-CH-CI NSPS One impactcrusher N/A N/A
—Subpart
000
Permit No. 043841'35
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Emission Emission Source Description Control Device Control Device Description
Source ID No.
ID No.
F-CFI-SSI and Two scalping screens N/A N/A
F-CH-SS2
NSPS—
Sub)art 000
F-CH-I II and F- Two hammennills N/A N/A
CH-112
NSPS—
Sub)art 000
F-CH-FSI, F- Four finishing screens N/A N/A
CH-FS2,F-CH-
FS3,and F-CFI-
FS4
NSPS—
Sub)art 000
Seventeen conveyors N/A N/A
including:
F-CPI-FC One feed,
F-CH-SSFC One scalping,
F-CI I-P I and F- Two product,
CH-P2
F-CH-RC One reversing,
F-CI I-BC One Brickhaven,
F-CH-CFC One Cape Feat',
F-CH-TI and F- Two tailings,
CH-T2
F-CH-IIFCI Two hammennillfeed,
and F-Cl I-
HFC2
F-CH-TCI and Two n'ampolin,and
F-CH-TC2
F-CH-SFC 1,F- Foar screen feed
CH-SFC2,F-
CH-SFC3,and
F-CH-SFC4
NSPS—
Sub part 000
Texturizin O era lolls
ES-CR5 and Two texturizing operations for Lines I CD-CR6BF One bagfilter(6,096 square feet of
ES-CR6 and 2 filter area)
ES-CR7 and Two texturizing operations for Lines 3 CD-CR7BF,CD- Three bagfilters(6,096,4,062,and
ES-CR8 and 4 CR7BF2,and CD- 3,040 square feet of filter area,
CR7BF3 res nectivel )
Block Plant
GS-BP-FAS Flyash silo(I 1 tons per hour capacity) CD-BP-BV I One bin vent filter(227 square feet of
filter area)
ES-BP-CS Cement silo(10 tons per hour capacity) CD-BP-BV2 One bin vent filter(227 square feet of
Alier area
Permit No. 04I3841T35
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Emission Emission Source Description Control Device Control Device Description
Source ID No.
ID No.
ES-BP-Bivt Batch mixer(39.97 tons per lour CD-BP-Bi I l One bagf€lter(535 square feet of filter
capacity)
area)
Saud Silo System
Es-SS Sand silo storage CD-SS-BV3 One bin vent filter(I70 square feet of
filter area)
Rumbler System
ES-RUMBLE RiIffihler system --[CD-RUMBLE One bagfilter(2,292 square feet of
filter area)
Permit No.043841'35
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SECTION 2 - SPECIFIC LIMITATIONS AND CONDITIONS
2.1 Emission Source(s) and Control Devices(s)-Specific Limitations and Conditions
The emission source(s)and associated air pollution control device(s)and appurtenances listed below are subject to the
following specific terms,conditions, and (imitations, including the testing,monitoring, record keeping,and reporting
requirements as specified herein:
A. Brick tunnel ldhns 1, 2,3, and 4 and associated dryers including:
Two wood/natural gas-fired brick tunnel kilns (ID Nos. ES-Kl and ES-K2) and
associated sawdust rotary dryer (ID No. ES-WDI,2);
One coal/natural gas/propane-fired brick tunnel kiln (ID No. ES-K3K) and associated
dry limestone adso•ber (ID No. CD-K3DLA) and the three associated natural
gas/propane-fired brick dryers (ID Nos. ES-K3DI, ES-K3D2, and ES-K31)3); and
One coal/natural gas/propane-fired brick tunnel kiln (ID No. ES-K4K) and associated
dry limestone adsorber (ID No. CD-K4DLA) and the three associated natural
gas/propane-fired brick dryers (ID Nos. ES-K4DI, ES-K4D2, and E4-K3D3)
The followinar table provides a ininiary of limits and/m'standards for the brick tunnel dr ter and kiln
Regulated Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Pollutant
particulate matter E=4.10 P067 for processes<30 tons per tom ISA NCAC 2D A515
E= 55.0 PO t�-40 for processes>30 tons per hour
where E=allowable emission rate in Pounds per hour
P= process wei in in tons per hour
sulfitr dioxide 2.3 pounds per million[3tu heat input 15A NCAC 2D .0516
visible emissions 40 percent opacity(kilns I and 2 and sawdust dryer) ISA NCAC 2D .0521(c)
20 percent opacity(kilns 3 and 4 and associated dryers) 15A NCAC 2D .0521(d)
Filterable PM Affected Sources: ID Nos. ES-KI and ES-K2 ;5ANCAC 2D .I 109
buplement best work practices
Affected Sources: ID No. ES-K3K and ES-K4K
0.17 pounds of filterable PM per ton of brick xoduced
r0dors
valent 18.29 pounds per hour from all fear kilns,combined NCAC 2D.1109
Odorous emissions must be controlled-Section 2.2.A. I., NCAC 2D .1806
State-enforceable only pollutants Exemption to bypass control device and continue operation 15A NCAC 2D .I 100
of kiln for up to 4 percent of kiln annual operation(350
hours)
See Section 2.2.A.2,State-enforceable only
toxic air pollutants Exemption to bypass control device and continue operation 15A NCAC 2Q .0705
of kiln for up to 4 percent of kiln annual operation(350
homy)
See Section 2.2.A.4,State-enforceable only
1. 15A NCAC 2D.0515: PARTICULATE EMISSIONS FROM MISCELLANEOUS INDUSTRIAL
PROCESSES
Permit No.0,13847'35
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a. Emissions of particulate matter from the brick tunnel kilns(ID Nos. ES-Kl and ES-K2)and sawdust rotary
dryer(ES-WD1,2)that are discharged into the atmosphere shall not exceed it combined allowable emission rate
as calculated by the following equation: [I5A NCAC 2D .0515(a)]
E=55 x P°" -40 Where E=allowable emission rate in pounds per hour
P=process weight in tons per hour
Emissions of particulate matter from the brick tunnel Has(ID Nos. ES-K31(,and ES-K4K),and the brick
dryers(ID Nos. ES-10131, ES-I(3D2,ES-K3D3, ES-I(4D1, ES-K4D2,and ES-K4D3)that are discharged
into the atmosphere shall not exceed an allowable emission rate as calculated by the following equation: [I5A
NCAC 2D.0515(a)]
E=4.10 x P Where E=allowable emission rate in pounds per hour
P=process weight in tons per hour
Liquid and gaseous finels 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.I.A.t.a. above,the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with I5A NCAC 2D .0515.
Monitoring [I5A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. To assare compliance,the Permittee shall perform an inspection of each brick tunnel kill)and the sawdust
rotary dryer in accordance with the following:
i. every six months, perform a visual inspection of each brick tunnel kiln and dryer emissions ductwork
systems for leaks,holes,or disrepair;and
ii. every six months, perform a visual inspection of each brick tunnel kiln's fitel combustion system.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0515 if inspections of the system
ductwork or tact combustion systems are not perfumed.
Record keening [I SA NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
d. The results of the monitoring shall be maintained in a log(written or electronic forma[)on-site and made
available to an authorized representative upon request. The log 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 non-compliance with 2.1 A.La. if records of the monitoring results are not
maintained.
Renorting[15A NCAC 2Q .0508(t)]
e. The Permittee shall submit, in writing a summary report of the observations by 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.0516: SULFUR DIOXIDE EMISSIONS FROM COMBUSTION SOURCES
a. Emissions of salfrn dioxide firm the wood/natural gas-tired brick tunnel kilns(ID Nos. ES-Kl and ES-1(2),
the coat/natural gas/propane-fired brick tunnel kilns(ID Nos. ES-K3K,and ES-K4K), the natural gas-fired
sawdust dryer(ES-WD1,2),and the natural gas/propane-fired brick dryers(ID Nos. ES-K3Dl,ES-K3D2, ES-
K3D3, ES-K4Dl, ES-I(4D2,and ES-K4D3)shall not exceed 2.3 pounds per million Btu heat input. Sulfur
dioxide formed by the combustion of sulfur in filels,wastes, ores, and other substances shall be included when
determining compliance with this standard. [I5A NCAC 2D .0516]
Permit No.0438,1T35
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Testi►n [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
b. if emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ fou►id hi
Section 3. if the results of this test are above tiie limit given in Section 2.1 A.2.a above, the Permittee shall be
deemed ill noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0516.
Monitoriiig/Recorcllceepin [15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)and 15A NCAC 2D .26011
c. No inoiiitoring/►-ecoi-dkeepi►ig is required for sulfur dioxide emissions froiii natural gas/propane for this source.
d. The maximum sulfur content of any coal received and burned in the kilns shalt not exceed 1.0 percent by
weight. The Permittee shall he deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0516 if the sulfur content of the
coal exceeds this limit.
e. To assure compliance,the Permittee shall monitor the sulfur content of the coal by using cool supplier
certification per total shipment received. The coal supplier certification shall be recorded in a log(written or
electronic format)per total shipment and include file following information:
i. the name of the coal supplier;
ii. the maximum sulfin-content of the coal received per total shipment;
iii. a statement verifying that llie methods used to determine tiie maximum sulfur content of the coal was in
accordance with the following:
(A) sampling--ASTM Method D 2234;
(B) preparation--ASTM Method D 2013;
(C) gross calorific value(Btt►)--ASTM Method D-5865
(D) moisture content--ASTM Method D 3173;
(E) sultin-content--ASTM Method D 3177 or ASTM Method D 4239;and
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0516 if the sulfur content of the coal is
not monitored and recorded.
Report ins![I5A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
f. Tile Permittee sliall submit a summary report of the coal supplier certifications postmarked on of'before
January 30 of cacti 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 a certified statement signed by
the responsible official that the records of coal supplier certification submitted represent all of the coal fired
dining the reporting period. All instances of deviations fi•oin the requirements of this permit must be clearly
identified.
3. 15A NCAC 2D.0521: CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. Visible emissions from the brick tunnel kilns(ID Nos. ES-ICI and ES-1(2)and the sawdust dryer(Ill No. ES-
WDI,2)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 ill any hour and not more than fore times
in any 24-hour period. In no event shalt the six-minute average exceed 90 percent opacity. [15A NCAC 2D
.0521(c)]
b. Visible emissions from the brick tunnel kilns(ID Nos. ES-K3K,and ES-I(dK)and brick dryers(ID Nos. ES-
K3D1, ES-K3D2, ES-K3113,ES-I(4D1, ES-K4D2,and ES-K4D3)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 liour and not more than four times in any 24-hour period. In no event shall the six-
mintrte average exceed 87 percent opacity. [15A NCAC 2D .0521(d)]
Testin, [15A NCAC 2Q.0508(t)]
c. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed iii 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 deenied in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0521.
Moiiitorii)2/Recnrdlceepini! [I5A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
d. No iiio►iitoring/recordkeeping/reporting is required for visible emissions from the firing of natural
gas/propane/wood in these sources.
e. To assure compliance,once a week the Permittee shall observe the emission points of this source for oily
visible emissions above normal. The weekly observation must be made for each week of the calendar year
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period to ensure compliance with this requirement. If visible emissions fro€nz 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 fi-onn file emission points of the emission source in accordance Nvith
15A NCAC 2D .2610(Method 9)for 12 minutes is below(lie limit given in Section 2.1 A.3.b. 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 noncom plialice%vith 15A NCAC 2D.0521.
f. The results of the monitoring;shall be maintained in a log(written or electronic format)on-site and made
available to all authorized representative upon request. The log;shali record [lie following:
i. the elate and time of each recorded action;
H. the resulls of each observation and/or test noting those sources with emissions that were observed to be ill
noncompliance along with any corrective actions taken to reduce visible emissions;and
iii. the results of any corrective actions performed.
The Per€nitlee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0521 if these records are not
iliaintai€led.
Reporting [I5A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
g. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of the observations postmarked oil 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 Jau€imy and June. Ail instances of deviations from the
requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
4. 15A NCAC 2D.1109: CAA§ 112(j); Case-by-Case MACT for Brielt Manufacturers
a. The initial compliance(late for the emissions standards,work practice standards,and associated monitoring,
recordkeeping,and reporting requirements listed below is July 29,2013. These conditions aced not be
included oil the anneal compliance certification until alle€-the initial compliance date.
Emissions Standards [15A NCAC 2D .1109]
b. Emissions of the following;regulated pollutants sliall not exceed(lie emissions limits listed below:
i. Filterable PM:
(A) 0.17 lbs/ton for the large tunnel kilns(Ill Nos. ES-10K all(] ES-K41C).
(B) The tunnel kilns(ID Nos. ES-K1 and ES-K2)shall comply with work practice standards.
il. HC]�ec uivalent: 18.29 ibs/hr from all tunnel kilns(ID Nos. ES-10, ES-K2, ES-10K,and ES-1(41C).
FICl-cquivalent is defined by the following equation:
E=Eric,+E€€r*(RfC€i(�s/RfCnF)
Where:
F: = I ICI-equivalent emission rate(ill lbs/lu-)
E€€c€ = NCI emission rate(in lbs/hr);
F?nr = HF emission rate(in lbs/lnr);
RfC€uc€ = Reference concentration for HCI(20 Iig/€n13); and
RfC c€2 = Reference concentration for F1F(14 1€g;/1113).
iii. Routine Maintenance Periods: The limits above apply at all times except for periods ofroutine
maintenance during which the Permittee may bypass the DI,As(ID Nos. CD-K3DLA and CD-i(4DLA)
and continue operating the kilns(ID Nos. ES-K3K and ES-IC4K)for tip to 4 percent of the annual
operating uptime. The Permittee must minimize HAP emissions during the bypass period and must
minimize the time period during which the kiln is operating and the control device is oftline.
The Permittee shall follow the procedures ill 15A NCAC 2D. 0535 for any excess emissions that occur(luring
periods of startup, shutdown,or malfunction.
Testing[I.5A NCAC 2Q.0508(o]
c. The Permittee shall conduct an initial compliance test for all pollutants listed in Section 2.1 AAR above within
180 days of the initial compliance date, unless the NC DAQ—SSCB approves a previously conducted
performance performance test as an equivalent compliance demonstration. 'Testing shall be performed in accordance with
15A NCAC 2D.2601 and General Condition JJ found in Section 3. "Testing shall be completed on one
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Page I I
%vood/natural gas-fired brick kiln and one coal/natural gas/propane--fired brick kiln.
i. Measure pollutant emission concentrations while operating at tine maximum production level,as follows:
(A) Particulate Matter: PM testing is only required at the large tunnel kilns(ID Nos. ES-10K and ES-
K4I(). Use Method 5 in 40 CFR 60,Appendix A.
(B) HF&HCI: [IF and HCi testing is required for till the tunnel kihhs, unless an alternative test plan is
approved by the NC DAQ--SSCB for demonstrating compliance with the total HCI-equivalent
emission limitation in Section 2.LAA.b.ii. Use either of the following€nctthods:
(1) Use Method 26 or 26A in 40 CFR 60,Appendix A. Method 26A may only be used whell no acid
PM(e.g., HF or FICI dissolved in water droplets emitted by sources controlled by a wet scrubber)
is present.
(2) Use Method 320 of 40 CFR 63, Appendix A. Follow tine analyte spiking procedures ol'Section
13 of Method 320 unless you can demonstrate that tine complete spiking procedure leas been
conducted at a similar source.
ii. Establish the operating limit for the limestone feeder setting at the DLAs(1D Nos.CD-K3DLA and CD-
K4DLA) using data front the limestone feeder during the performance test. Establish the limestone feeder
setting at least one week prior to the performance test and maintain tile feeder setting for the one-week
period that precedes the perl'orma€Ice test and during the performance test.
iii. Document file source and grade of limestone used at the DLAs(Ill Nos. CD-K3DLA and CD-K4DLA)
during tine performance test using records of limestone purchase,
Performance tests may not be conducted during periods of startup, shutdown,or malfunction. The Permittee
shall be deemed in non-compliance with 15A NCAC 2D .i 109 if the required tests are not conducted,or if the
resuits of the emissions tests exceed the limits in Section 2.1 AA.b. above.
Work Practice Standards[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(o]
d. The Pernlittee sl€all perform annual inspection and maintenance of the Iunnei kilns(1D Nos. ES-10 and ES-
K2)as recommended by tile manufacturer, or as a minimum, the inspection all(]maintenance requirement shall
include file following:
i. Conduct a visual inspection of the ductwork system for each tunnel kiln for leaks,holes, or disrepair;and,
ii. Inspect each burner,and clean or replace any components of tine bt€rner as necessary;
iii. Inspect the system controlling the air-to-fuel ratio,and ensure that it is correctly calibrated and functioning
properly.
Tile Permittee shall conduct at least one inspection pet-calendar year to demonstrate compliance with this
requirement. The Permittee shall be deehned in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .I 109 if the affected
tunnel kilths not inspected till(]maintained as required above.
Monitorillti[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
e. 'rhe Pernlittee shall maintain a pressure drop across the DLAs(ID Nos. CD-K3DLA and CD-l(4DLA)at the
large tunnel kiins(Ill Nos. ES-K3K and ES-K410.
i. Tile Permittee shall install,operate,and€maintain a pressure measurement device at tine DLAs.
ii. Once per calendar day,the Permittee shall record the pressure drop across the DLAs. The record sliall be
maintained in a logbook (written or electronic format)on-site and made available to an authorized
represent{hive upon request.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with I5A NCAC 2D .1109 if these monitoring and
recordkeeping requirements are not met or if the Permittee does not maintain a pressure drop across the DLAs,
except during routine maintenance periods as provided for in Section 2.1.4.b.iii.of this permit,
f. Tile Permittee shall maintain an adequate amount of limestone in tine limestone hopper,storage bin(located at
the top of the DLAs),and DLAs(ID Nos. CD-K3DLA and CD-K4DLA)at all tinges.
i. Once per day,the Permittee shall verify that the limestone hopper and storage bin at the DLAs(ID Nos.
CD-K3DLA and CD-K4DLA)contain adequate limestone and record file results.
ii. The record of the daily check shall be maintained in a logbook(written or electronic formal)on-site and
made available to an authorized representative upon request.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .1109 if these monitoring and
recordkeeping requirements are not meet or if the Permittee does not maintain an adequate amount of limestone
as provided above.
g. The Permittee shall use the sahhhe grade of li€uestoige at the DLAs(Ill Nos.CD-K3DLA and CD-1(4DLA)
from tile same source as was used during the performance test.The Permittee shalt maintain records of file
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source and grade of limestone used. 'Elie records shall be maintained in a logbook(written or electronic
format)on-site and nlacie available to an authorized representative upon request. The Permittee shall be
deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .1109 if these records are not maintained
Il. The Permittee shall Maintain the limestone feeder setting at file DLAs(ID Nos. CD-K3DLA and CD-K4DLA)
at or above the level established during the performance test.
i. Once per day,the Permittee shall check and record the limestone feeder setting to verily that it is being
maintained at or above the level established during the performance test.
ii. The record of the daily cheek shall be maintained in a logbook(written or electronic formal)on-site and
made available to an authorized representative upon request.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance will 15A NCAC 2D .1109 if these monitoring and
recordkeeping requirements are not met or it(lie Permittee does not maintain life limestone feeder Selling as
provided above.
i. 'file Permittee shall maintain no visible emissions from the DI.As stacks(ID Nos. CD-1(3DLA and CD-
K4151 A). The Pet'nlittee perform visible emissions observations as follows:
(A) Conduct a Bail y Method 22 test(40 CPR 60, Appendix A). Tile duration of each Method 22 test must be
at least 15 mintites. if VE are observed during any daily VE test,promptly initiate and complete corrective
actions according to the site-specific OIVI&M plan.
(B) If no VE are observed in 30 consecutive daily Method 22 tests for any kill stack,the Permittee may
decrease the fl-equency of Method 22 testing from daily to weekly. If VE are observed during any weekly
test,proillptly initiate and complete corrective actions,resume Method 22 testing of that kiln stack oil a
daily basis,and maintain that schedule unlit no VE are observed in 30 consecutive daily tests, at which
time the Permittee may again decrease the frequency of Method 22 testing to a weekly basis.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .1109 if the required visible emissions
observations are not performed or if visible emissions are detected.
j. Once per calendar month,the Permittee shall ensure that the limestone feed system on a DLAs(ID Nos.CD-
K3DLA auc!CD-K4DLA)replaces limestone at least as frequently as the schedule set during tite performance
test. Create and maintain a record of file montily check in a logbook(written of electronic format)oli-site and
made available to an authorized representative upon request. The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance
with 15A NCAC 2D .1109 if this requirement is not met.
Itccofcllceelliug[15A NCAC 2Q .0508(0}
k. 'file Permittee shall maintain records of the production rates on a tired-product basis for each affected ttulnel
kiltis(ID Nos. ES-K1, ES-K2, ES-K3K,and ES-1(4K). The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance
with 15A NCAC 2D .1109 if these records are not maintained.
1. The results of inspection and maintenance at the tunnel kills(ID Nos. ES-KI and ES-K2)sliall be Maintained
in a logbook(written or electronic formal)on-site and made available to an authorized representative upon
request. `ale logbook shall record the following:
i. 'file date of each recorded action;
ii. The€-esuits of each inspection;and,
iii. The results of any inlaintenance performed on the tunnel kilns.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .1109 if these records are not
maintained.
Ill. The results of the visible emissions observations at the large tunnel kilns(ID Nos. ES-K3K and ES-K4K)
shall be Maintained in a log(written or electronic format)on-site and made available to all authorized
representative upon request. The log shall record the following:
i. 'file date and time of each recorded action;
ii. The results of each observation andlor 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. Tile results of any corrective actions performed.
The Permittee shall be deemed in non-compliance with 15A NCAC 2D .1109 if records of the monitoring
results are not Maintained.
n. The Permittee shall maintain a record of each period when the large tumlel kilns are operated while bypassing
the DLAs(ID Nos. CD-K3DLA and CD-K4DLA)in older to perform routine Maintenance. Tile records shall
be maintained it)a logbook(written or electronic format)on-site and nlacie available to all authorized
representative upon request,and shall include:
i. The start date and start time of the routine maintenance;
ii. The stop date and stop time of the routine maintenance;
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iii. A description of the maintenance activities;and,
iv. The total time tine kiln has operated in by-pass, and Ilne total percentage of tine operating time the kilns have
been operate(] in bypass for the previous 12-month period.
The Permittee shall be deemed in iron-compliance with 15A NCAC 2D .1109 if these records are not
maintained or if the percentage of time the kiln operates in bypass exceeds 4%of the annual operating time.
Renortinss[15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
o. The Permittee must submit a Notification of Compliance Status within 60 days following the completion of the
final required performance test. The Notification of Compliance Status imist include tine following information:
i. For tine tunnel kilns(ID Nos. ES-K1 and ES-K2),a summary of the initial inspection required in Section
2.LAAA.of this permit;
ii. A suumnnary of tine resuhs of all performance tests conducted to demonstrate initial compliance as required
in Section 2.1.4.5.c, of this permit;
iii. The limestone feeder setting value established for the DLAs(iD Nos. CD-10DLA and CD-K4DLA)
during the performance test;
iv. The source and grade of limestone used at the DLAs(ID Nos.CD-K3DLA and CD-K41)1,A)during the
performance test; and,
v. A description of any routine maintenance that the Permittee will perform on tine DLAs(ID Nos. CD-
UDLA and CD-MDLA),during which the Permittee will continue operating the large tunnel kihrs(Ill
Nos. ES-K3K and ES-K41C)while bypassing the control devices.
p. The Permittee shall submit a semi-annual 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 tite
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, Company name, facility ID number,and address;
ii. Statement by the Responsible Official with that official's name,title,and signature certifying that,based on
information and belief formed after reasonable inquiry, tine statements and information in the report are
true, accurate,and complete;
iii. A description of routine maintenance performed while the DLAs(ID Nos. CD-K3DLA and CD-K4DLA)
were oftline and the large tunnel kihrs(ID Nos. ES-K3K and ES-K4fC)were operating, including the
following:
(A) The date and time when the DLAs was shutdown and restarted.
(B) Identification of the number of hours that the kilns operated while the DLAs was offline.
(C) The lourl amount of time(in hours and%of total operating time)that the associated kilt operated
during the current semiannual compliance period and during the previous semiannual compliance
period.
iv. For each deviation from a limitation(emission linnit,operating limit, or work practice standard), include
the following information:
(A) The total operating time of each affected source during the reporting period.
(B) information oil the number,duration, and cause of deviations(including unknown cause, if
applicable),as applicable,and tine corrective action taken.
If there were no deviations from any of Cite applicable limitations,a statement that there were no deviations
during the reporting period.
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B. One wood fuel/sawdust system consisting of two 8 x 8 screen, cyclone, han lnermill,
sawdust silo, surge hopper, transfer screw conveyor, screen feed conveyor, and enclosed
conveyor (ID Nos. ES-WFS-SD-SCl, ES-WFS-SC2, ES-WFS-SD-CYC, ES-WFS-SD-HM,
ES-WFS-SD-SDS,ES-WFS-SD-SH, ES-WFS-SD-CVl,ES-WFS-CV2, and ES-WITS-SD-
CV3) controlled by two dust collectors, one cyclone, and two bin vent filters (ID Nos. CD-
SD-DCI, CD-SD-DC2, ES-WFS-SD-CYC, CD-SD-BV I, and CD-SD-BV2)
The followin table novides a sunnnar y of limits and standards for the emission source(s)describe above:
Regulated Limits/Standards Applicable liegulafion
Pollutant
particulate matter E=4.10P 0.67 15A NCAC 2D .0515
where E=allowable emission rate in pounds per hour
P=process weight in tons per hour
visible emissions 20 ercenl o)ac1tY 15A NCAC 2D .0521(d)
Odors Odorous emissions must be controlled-Section 2.2.A.; 15A NCAC 2D .1806
State-enfo ceable only
1. 15A NCAC 2D.0515: PARTICULATES FROM MISCELLANEOUS INDUSTRIAL PROCESSES
a. Emissions of pruticulate matter fi-om this source shall not exceed an allowable emission rate as calculated by
the following equation: [I5A NCAC 2D .0515(a)]
E=4.10 x P 06' Where E=allowable emission rate in pounds per,hour
P=process weight in tons per hour
Liquid and gaseous tuels and combustion air are not considered as part of the process weight.
Testin [I5A NCAC 2Q .0508(01
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.B.La. above,the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance.
Monitoring [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(t)]
c. Particulate matter emissions front the wood fuel/sawdust system(ID Nos. ES-WFS-SD-SCI, ES-WFS-SC2,
ES-WFS-SD-CYC,ES-WFS-SD-HM,ES-WFS-SD-SDS,ES-WFS-SD-SH, ES-WFS-SD-C V I,ES-W FS-
CV2,and ES-WFS-SD-CV3)shall be controlled by two dust collector,one cyclone,and two bin vent filters
(I )Nos. CD-SD-DC1,CD-SD-DC2, ES-WFS-SD-CYC,CD-SD-RV1,and CD-SD-IIV2). To assure
compliance,the Permittee shall perform inspections and maintenance as recommended by the control device
manufacturer. In addition to the manufacturer's inspection and maintenance recommendations,or if there is mo
manufacturer's inspection and maintenance recommendations,as a animinmmm,tine inspection and maintenance
requirement shall include the following:
i. a nnomthly visual inspection of the system ductwork and material collection unit for leaks, and
ii. an annual inspection of the cyclone's structural integrity.
The Permittee shall be deenned in noncompliance with 2.1 B.La above if the ductwork and cyclone are not
inspected and maintained.
Iteeoyd keening[I5A NCAC 2Q .0508(t)]
d. The results of inspection and maintenance shall be maintained in a log(written o electronic for nnat)on-site and
made available to an anthoized representative upon request. 'file log shall record the following:
I. the date and time of each recorded action;
ii. the results of each inspection;
ill. the results orally maintenance performed on the cyclone;and
iv. any variance from mnanufacttnrer's recommendations, if any,and corrections made.
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Page 15
"]'lie Permittee shall be deemed in non-compliance witii 2.1 B.i.a. if records of the monitoring results are not
maintained.
Renortirn [15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
e. The Perniittee shall submit, in writing a summary report of monitoring and record keeping 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 ftom the requirements of this permit mist be clearly identified.
2. 15A NCAC 21).0521: CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. Visible emissions front the wood fuel/sawdust system(iD Nos. ES-WFS-SD-SCI, ES-WFS-SC2,ES-WFS-
SD-CYC, ES-WFS-SD-HM, ES-WFS-SD-SDS, ES-WFS-SD-SII, ES-WITS-SD-CV1, ES-WFS-CV2,and
ES-WFS-SD-CV3)shall not be more than 20 percent opacity when averaged over a six-minute period.
However' six-mimrte averaging periods may exceed 20 percent not more than once in any hour and not more
than four times in any 24-horn-period. In no event shall the six-minute average exceed 87 percent opacity.
[15A NCAC 2D .0521(d)]
'resting[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(t)]
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 ill Section 2.1 B.2.a. above,the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0521.
Monitoring/Recorcilcee ing
c. No rnoiiitot•itig or recordkeepiiig is r•egtiired to sliow compliance with this regulation.
C. Natural gas-fired coatings rotary dryer(Ill No. FS-CD-8) and associated bagfilter (iD No.
CD-CD813F)
Tlie follmin tattle provides a sumillary of limits and/or s(andards for the rotary sand di yer.
Regulated Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Pollutant
particulate matter E=4.10 P°b7 15A NCAC 2D .0515
where E=allowable emission rate in pounds per hour
P= Process weight in toilsPei-hoar
sultlar dioxide 2.3 pounds per million Btu 15A NCAC 2D.0516
visible emissions 2(1 erce it opacity 15A NCAC 2D .0521(c)
1. 15A NCAC 2D.0515: PARTICULATE EMISSIONS FROM MISCELLANEOUS INDUSTRIAL
PROCESSES
a. Emissions of particulate matter fi•orn the coatings dryer(ID No. ES-CD-8)that are discharged into the
atmosphere shall not exceed an allowable emission rate as calculated by(lie following equation: [15A NCAC
21) .0515(a)]
E=4.10 x P o.6r Where E=allowable emission rate in pounds per hour
P=process weight in tons per horn-
Liquid and gaseous fuels and conibustion air are not considered as part of the process weight.
're_ stil[15A NCAC 2Q .0508(t)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed ill accordance with,General Condition JJ. If the
results of this test are above the limit givers in Section 2.I.C.La,above, the Permittee shall be deemed ill
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0515.
Monitoring/Recordkeening
c. Particulate matter emissions fi•om the coatings rotary dryer(ID No. ES-CD-8)shall be controlled by the
bag#ilter. To assure compliance,the Perniittee shall perform inspections and maintenance as recommended by
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Page 16
the mannfacturer. In addition to the manufacturer's inspection and maintenance reconnuendations,or if there is
no manufacturer's inspection and maintenance recommendations,as a minio n n,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 bag6lter's
structural integrity.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0515 if the ductwork and bagfilters are
not inspected and maintained.
d. The results of inspection and maintenance shall be maintained in a log(written or elcc(ronic format)on-site and
made available to all authorized representative upon request. The log 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 bagfilters; and
iv. any variance from manufacturer's recommendations, if any,and corrections made.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.05I5 if these records are not
maintained.
Reporting
e. The Permittee shall submit the results of any maintenance performed on the bagfilter within 30 days of a
written request by the DAQ.
f. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of monitoring and recordkeeping activities postmalked on or
before January 30 of each calendar year for tite preceding six-month period between July and December and
Judy 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 .0516: SULFUR DIOXIDE EMISSIONS FROM COMBUSTION SOURCES
a. Emissions orsulfur dioxide fiom the natural gas-fired coatings dryer(ES-CD-8)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 inclucled when determining compliance with this standard. [15A NCAC 2D .05I6]
Testis [15ANCAC2Q.0508(f)]
b. I f emissions testing is required,the testing shall be perfumed in accordance with General Condition JJ found in
Section 3. 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.
moll itoring/Recordkeepine
c. No nonitoing or recodkeeping is required to show compliance with this regulation.
3. 15A NCAC 2D .0521: CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. Visible emissions from the coatings shyer(ID No. ES-CD-8)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. [I5A NCAC 02D .0521 (d)]
Testis [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(t)]
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 02Q .0508(f)]
c. To assure compliance,once a month the Permittee shall observe the emission points of this source For any
visible emissions above normal.Tile monthly observation must be made for each month of the calendar year
period to ensure compliance with this requirement. The Permittee shall establish"normal" for the source in the
first 30 days following the effective date of the permit. If visible emissions fi ont this source are observed to be
above normal,the Permittee shall either:
i. take appropriate action to sorest the above-normal emissions as soon as practicable and within the
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Page 17
monitoring period and record the action taken as provided in(lie recordkeeping requirements below,or
ii. demonstrate that the percent opacity fi•om the emission points of(lie emission source in accordance with
15A NCAC 02D .2610(Method 9)for 12 minutes is below(lie 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 he deemed to be in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0521.
Record lice pina[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(1)]
d. The results of the monitoring shall be maintained in a log(written or electronic format)on-site and made
available to an au(horized representative upon request. 'fine log shall record(he 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 shail be dcented in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0521 if these records are not
maintained.
ReRe n�ortin [15A NCAC 02Q .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.
D. Two texturizing operations (ID Nos. ES-CR5 and ES-CR6) controlled by bagfilter (ID No.
CD-CR6BF), two texturizing operations (11)No. ES-CR7 and ES-06) controlled by three
bagfilters (11) Nos. CD-CR7BF, CD-CR7BF2, and CD-CR7BF3), and sane/ silo system (ID
No, ES-SS) controlled by one bin vent filter(iD No. CD-SS-BV3)
The following table provides a summary of limits and/or standards for the day crosh ilm rindin ,and screening emission units.
Regulates# FL
lSfiuidarcis Applicable Regulation
Pollutant
particulate matter10 P 067 for processes<30 tons per hour 15A NCAC 2D.0515
.0 P ` -40 for processes>30 tons per hour
where E=allowable emission rate in pounds per hour
1'=process nvei ht in tons per hour
visible emissions 40 percent opacity for ES-00 and ES-CR6 15A NCAC 217.0521(c)
20 percent o pacit for ES CR7 and ES-CR8 15A NCAC 2D.052I(d
odors Odorous emissions must be controlled-Section 2.2.A. 15A NCAC 2D .I806
State-enforceable only
1. ISA NCAC 2D.0515: PARTICULATE EMISSIONS FROM MISCELLANEOUS INDUSTRiAL
PROCESSES
a. Emissions of particulate matter from the two texturizing operations(ID Nos. ES-CR5 and ES-CR6)shall not
exceed an allowable emission rate as calculated by the following equation: [I SA NCAC 2D .0515(a)]
E=4.10 x P 0.61 Where E_allowable emission rate in pounds per hour
P=process weight in tons per•hour
Emissions of particulate matter from the two texturizing operations(ID Nos. ES-CR7 and ES-CR8)shall not
exceed an allowable emission rate as calculated by the following equation: [15A NCAC 2D .05I5(a)]
E=55.0 x P D.rn-40 Where E=allowabie eiiiission rate in/pounds per Hour
P=process weight in tons per hour
Liquid and gaseous fuels and combustion air are not considered as part of the process weight.
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Testing [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(I)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shell be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ. If(he
results of this test exceed the limit given in Section 2.I.D.I.a. , the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance
with 15A NCAC 21) .0515.
Monitoring/Recordlceeoint![15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. Particulate platter emissions fi-om the texturizing operations(ID Nos. ES-CR5, ES-CR6, ES-CR7, and ES-
CR8)shall be controlled by four bagfilters(11) Nos. CD-CR613if,CD-CR7BF,CD-CRIB 2, and CD-
CR7B 3) in parallel. To assure compliance,the Permittee shall perform inspections and maintenance as
recommended by the control device manufacturer, hi 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 file system ductwork and material collection units for leaks and
ii. an annual internal inspection ofthe baglil(ers'str-uctrn'al integrity.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 2.1 D.I above if the ductwork anti bagfilters are not
inspected and maintained.
d. Tile results of inspection and maintenance shall be maintained in a log(written or electronic format)on-site and
made available to an authorized representative upon request. The log 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 oil the bagfilters;and
iv. any variance front manufacturer's recommendations, if any,and corrections made.
"Tile Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0515 if these records are not
maintained.
Reporting[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
e. The Permittee shall submit the results of any maintenance performed oil the bagfilters within 30 days of a
written request by the DAQ.
f. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of monitoring and recordkeeping activities postmarked oil or
before January 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between July and December and
July 30 of cacti calendar year for the preceding six-month period between January anti June. All instances of
deviations from(lie requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
2. 15A NCAC 2D.0521: CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. As required by 15A NCAC 2D.0521 "Control of Visible Emissions,"visible emissions from the two
texturizing operations(ID Nos. 1 S-CR5 and CR6)shall not be more than 40 percent opacity when averaged
over a six-minute period [15A NCAC 2D.0521(d)]. However, six minute averaging periods may exceed 40
percent opacity not more than once in any liour and not more than four tidies in any 24-hour period. Ili no
event shall the six-niiLite average exceed 90 percent opacity. [15A NCAC 2]) .0521(c)]
As required by 15A NCAC 2D .0521 "Control of Visible Emissions," visible emissions fi•om the two
(exturizing operations and(he sand silo system(ID Nos. ES-CR7, ES-CR8,and ES-SS)shall not be more than
20 percent opacity when averaged over a six-minute period [15A NCAC 2D .0521(d)]. However,six minute
averaging periods may exceed 20 percent opacity not mare than once in any]lour and not more than four tunes
in any 24-liour period. In no event shall the six-minute average exceed 87 percent opacity. [15A NCAC 2D
.0521(d)]
Teslin f l 5A NCAC 2Q.0508(t)]
b. If emissions testing is required,file testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ. if the
results of this test exceed the limit given in Section 2.1.D.2.a.,above, the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0521.
c. MotritorirrL�/Recordlceening
No monitoring or recordkeeping is required to show compliance with this regulation.
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E. Clay crushing, grinding, and screening operations including one NSPS-affected primary
crusher (ID No. F-PC), hvo NSPS-affected scalping screens (ID Nos. F-SS] and F-SS2), one
NSPS-affected secondary crusher (ID No. F-SGS), hvo single deck finishing screens (ID
Nos. F-FS1 and F-FS2), one bank of seven finishing screens (Ill Nos. F-FS3,F-FS4, F-FS5
through F-FS9), hvo NSPS-affected finishing conveyors #4 and #S (ID Nos. F-FC4 and F-
FC5), and one NSPS-affected intersite conveyor (ID No. F-C-CFBII)
The following tizble prm ides a summary of iiniits and/or standards for the clay crushing, rindhl ,and-screening emission units.
Regulated LimitslStaudat-ds Applicable Regulation
Pollutant
visible emissions 20 percent opacity 15A NCAC 2D .0521(d)
visible and notification of the crasher capacity and 15A NCAC 213.0524
particulate 10 percent opacity at each NSPS affected screen and conveyor (40 CFR 60.670, Subpart
emissions 000)
12 percent opacity limit on tile secondary crasher oi•7 percent
opacity limit oil the fit hive enlissiotn from tlne buiidin= o erlin
Odors Odorous emissionns mast be controlled-Section 2.2. A.;State- 15A NCAC 2D.1806
enforceable only
1. 15A NCAC 2D.0521: CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. As required by 15A NCAC 2D.0521 "Control of Visible Emissions," visible emissions from the primary
crusher-(ID Nos. F-PC), two scalping,screens(ID Nos. F-SS1 and F-SS2),secondary crusher(ID Nos. F-
SGS),the two finishing conveyors 94 and 95(ID Nos. F-FC4 and F-1;C5),two single deck Finishing screens
(ID Nos. li-11SI and F-FS2),bank of seven screens(ID Nos. F-FS3, F-I'S4, F-FS5 through I+-1!S9),and
intersite conveyor(1D No. F-C-CFBH)small not be more than 20 percent opacity when averaged over a six-
niimite period [15A NCAC 2D.0521(d)]. HoVevei', six minute averaging periods inlay exeee(i 20 i)ercent
opacity not more than once in ally hour and not Illore than four allies in any 24-hour period. In no event shall
the six-minute average exceed 87 percent opacity. [I5A NCAC 2D .0521(d)]
Testing f I5A 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 exceed the limit given in Section 2.I.E.La. (above),the Permittee shall be deemed in
Noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0521.
c. Monitoi•iii xfRecordlceephig
No monitoring or recordkeeping is required to show compliance with this regulation.
2. 15A NCAC 2D.0524: NSPS 40 CFR PART 60,SUBPART 000-STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE
FOR NONMETALLIC MINERAL PROCESSING PLANTS.
a. Tile primary crusher (ID No. F-PC), the two scalping screens (ID Nos, F-SSI and F-SS2), tile secoulaiy
crusher (ID No. F-SGS), the two Finishing conveyors##4 and #.5 (ID Nos. F-FC4 and F-FC5), the two single
deck finishing screens(Ill Nos. F-FSI and F-FS2), two finishing screens(ID Nos. F-FS3 and F-FS4)and the
intersite conveyor (ID No. F-C-CFBH) are affected facilities as designated in NSPS, Subpart 000 140 CFR
Part 60.670(a)), and must adhere to any applicable requirements in Subpart A. In accordance with
§60.670(d)(1), the above listed primary crusher(ID No. F-PC)and the hvo single deck Finishing screens' and
(lie two finishing screens (ID Nos. F-FS1, F-FS2, F-FS3, and F-FS4) are exempt from the provisions of
§§60.672, 60.674,and 60.675.
Emisslon Standards) [15A NCAC 2D .0524].
b. As required by 15A NCAC 2D .0524 "New Source Performance Standards(NSPS) as promulgated in 40 CFR
Part 60.670,Subpart 000,
1) visible emissions fi-om tile NSPS-affected screens and conveyors(ID Nos. F-SSI, F-SS2, F-FC4, F-FCS,
and F-C-CFBH) small not exceed the 40 CFR 60.672(b) limit of ten (10) percent opacity, OR
alternatively,the 40 CFR 60.672(e)(1) limits of 7%opacity from any building opening;
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2) visible emissions from the NSPS-affected secondary crusher (ill No, F-SGS) shall not exceed the 40
CFR 60.672(b) limit of twelve (12) percent opacity, OR alternatively, the 40 CFR 60.672(e)(I)limits of
7%opacity from any building opening.
Additionally, the Permittee shall comply with all applicable provisions, notification, testing, reporting, record
keeping, and monitoring requirements contained in Environmental Management Commission Standard 15A
NCAC 2D .0524 "New Source Performance Standards(NSPS)as promulgated in 40 CFR Part 60.670, Subpart
000, including Subpart A "General Provisions."
Testing[15A NCAC 2D.0508(t)]
c. initial compliance or when subsequent additional testing is required, shall be ill accordance with the
requirements of 15A NCAC 2D .0524(40 CFR 60,670, Subpart 000), and General Condition JJ, lias been or
will be performed when determining compliance of each individual affected facility with 40 CFR 60.672(a)and
(b). If test results exceed the applicable linnit(s) as given in Section 2.1 f.2.b. above, the Permittee sliall be
deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0524,
MOnitDrinQ[I 5A NCAC 2Q.0508(t)]
d. The Permittee shall observe each individual affected facility each month for any visible emissions which exceed
"normal." The Permittee shall establish "normal" emissions within thirty (30) days of commencing operation
by observing each week for thirty (30) days tine emissions from each affected facility. Should monthly
observed emissions of an affected facility exceed the established normal visible emissions for that affected
facility, the Permittee shall be deemed to be ill noncompliance with l5A NCAC 2D .0524, UNLESS, iii
approved Method 9 opacity determination meeting tine requirements of 40 CFR 60.670 (Subpart 000, 15A
NCAC 2D .0501(c)(8)and (18) is performed for each affected facility and visible emissions are demonstrated
to comply with the applicable linnit(s)given in 60.672(b) and (c). If compliance for the affected facility cannot
be demonstrated,then the affected facility shall be deemed to be in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0524.
Recordlceeping[15A NCAC 2Q .0508(t)]
c. Results of monitoring shall be maintained iii a log(written or electronic form). The following shall he recorded
in the lot;:
i. the results of the Permittee's observation to establish normal;
ii. the results of tine Permirtee's monthly building fngi(ive emissions observation or the monthly opacity
emissions observations for each aMeted facility;
iii. the observation to establish normal should be recorded for each affected facility;
iv. (lie date and time of each observation;and
v. the date, time, and type of all corrective actions performed to prevent such an exceedaince from re-
occurring and a copy of any Method 9 opacity testing performed for tine purpose of demonstrating
compliance with the applicable emissions limit.
The Permittee shall be deemed in non-compliance with 2.I.F.2.b. if records of the monitoring results are not
maintained.
Reporting[15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
f. The Permittee shall sribmit a written summary report of the all monitoring and record keeping activities as
follows:
i. a report of any changes in existing facilities as specified in 40 CFIt 60.676-Reporting and record keeping,
including equipment being replaced and the replacement equipment of affected facilities. This report shall
be submitted to tine Administrator as required.
ii. a summary report of monitoring and record keeping activities by 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 fi-om the requirements
of this permit must be clearly identified.
iii. a report of any noncomplying emissions for all emissions which exceed the "no visible emission" limit of
40 CFR 60.672(e) or the applicable opacity limit(s) of 40 CFR 60.672(a), (b)and (c)as established using
Method 9 compliance demonstrations conducted on an affected facility along with the determined cause of
exceedanee and (lie resulting corrective action taken.
Notification Retnor(ing [I5A NCAC 2D .05241.
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g. In addition to any other notification requirements to tlae Environmental Protection Agency(EPA),the Permittee
is required to NOTIFY the Regional Supervisor, DAQ, in WRITING,of the following:
i. tire date C01WRtCti011 (40 CFlt 60.7) or reconstruction (40 CFR 60.15) of an affected facility is
commenced,postmarked no later than 30 days after such date;rind
ii. the actual(late of initial start-up of an affected facility,postmarked within 15 days after such date.
F. One NSPS-affected grinding and screening operation (184 tons per !tour maximum
process rate) including:
one impact ct-usher(ID No. F-CH-Cl)
two scalpittg screens (ID Nos. 17-04-SS1 anti F-CH-SS2)
two Itanmterntills (ID Nos. F-CH-HI and F-CH-112)
four fiidshiing screens (ID Nos. F-CH-FS1 through F-CH-FS4)
seventeen conveyors (ID Nos. F-CH-FC, F-CH-SSFC, F-CH-111, F-CH-P2, F-CH-RC,
F-CH-BC, F-CH-CFC, F-CH-T1, F-CH-T2, F-CH-HFC1, F-CH-HFC2, F-CH-TC1, F-
CH-TC2, F-CH-SFC1,F-CH-SFC2, F-CH-SFC3, F-CH-SFC4)
"flue tirllowitt'tirtlle 31't]vides a Summary of limits and standards for the emission source(s)describe above.
Regulated LimitslSiandards Applicable Regulation
Pollutant
visible and 10 percent opacity for each screen,and conveyor, and 15 15A NCAC 2D.0524
particulate percent opacity for each crusher and hataamefmlll Oil"no (40 CFR 60.670,Subpart
emissions visible emissions" from the building enclosing the affected 000)
facilities.
odors Odorous emissions must be controlled- Section 2.2,A.; 15A NCAC 2D .1806
State-enforceable only
1. 15A NCAC 2D .0524: NSPS 40 CFR PART 60, SUBPART 000 - STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE
FOR NONMETALLIC MINERAL PROCESSING PLANTS.
a, for each NSPS affected screen and conveyor (ID Nos. F-CH-SSI, F-CH-SS2, F-CH-FSI through F-CH-
FS4, F-CH-FC, F-CH-SSFC, F-CH-PI, F-CH-P2, F-CH-RC, F-CH-BC, F-CH-CFC, F-CH-TI, F-CH-
T2, F-CH-HFCI, F-CH-HFC2, F-CH-TCI, F-CH-TC2, F-CH-SFC1, F-CH-SFC2, F-CIi-SFC3, F-CI-1-
SFC4)subject to the ten(10)percent opacity limit,tlae Permittee shall meet the requirements of this Subpart by
demonstrating compliance with 40 CFR 60.672(b)from each individual affected facility OR by complying with
the 40 CFR 60.672(e) limit of"no visible emissions" from the un-vented building. For the crusher and two
hammermills(ID Nos. F-CH-CI, F-CH-HI, and F-CH-112), the Permittee shall meet the requirements of this
Subpart by demonstrating compliance with the 40 CFR 60.672(c) particuiate matter emissions limit of fifteen
(15) percent opacity fi-om each individual affected facility OR by complying with the 40 CFR 60.672(e) limit
of "no visible emissions" ft•om the un-vented building. Additionally for all NSPS affected facilities, tlae
Permittee shall comply with all applicable provisions, notification, testing, reporting, record keeping, and
monitoring requirements contained in Environmental Management Commission Standard 15A NCAC 213,0524
"New Source Performance Standards(NSPS) as promulgated in 40 CFR Part 60.670, Subpart 000, including
Subparl A "General Provisions
Testing[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
b. Initial compliance or when subsequent additional testing is required, shall be in accordance with [lie
requirements of 15A NCAC 2D .0524 (40 CFR 60,670, Subpart 000), and General Condition JJ, has been or
will be performed Nvlaen determining compliance of each individual affected facility with 40 CFR 60.672(a),(b)
and (c) Olt Method 22 testing, in accordance with the requirements of 15A NCAC 2D .0524 (40 CFR 60.670
(Subpar! 000), 15A NCAC 2D .0501(c)(8) and (18)and General Condition JJ, has been or avill be performed
when determining compliance with the "no visible emissions" standard of 40 CFIi 60.672(e). If test results
exceed tlae applicable limit(s) as given in Section 2.1 F. 1. a. above, the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance willa 15A NCAC 2D .0524.
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Monitoring [I5A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
C. Monitoring to assure compliance with the applicable emissions standard(s) of 2.1 F.I.a. shall be performed by
the Permittee as follows:
i. observation of a building enclosure containing;affected facilities:
A. observe the building containing lire grinding and screening operations each month for any fugitive
visible emissions. Should ally visible emissions be observed, each affected facility enclosed in file
building shall be deemed to be in noncompliance with i5A NCAC 2D .0524 UNLESS a compliance
demonstration for each affected facility enclosed in the building is performed in accordance with tf►e
following;
B. an approved Method 9 opacity determination meeting the requirements of 40 CM 60.670 (Subpart
000, 15A NCAC 2D .0501(c)(8)and(18) is performed for each enclosed affected facility and visible
emissions are demonstrated to comply with the applicable limit(s) given in 60.672(b) and (c). if
compliance for the affected facility cannot be demonstrated, then the affected facility shall be deemed
to be in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0524, OR
ii. observation of an individual affected facility enclosed in the building:
A. Auer the initial performance test required under 40 CFR 60.670, the Permittee shall observe each
individual affected facility enclosed in the building each month for any visible emissions which exceed
"normal." The Permiltee shall establish"normal"emissions within thirty (30)days of permit issuance
by observing each week for thirty (30) days the emissions h-om each enclosed affected facility.
Should monthly observed emissions of an enclosed affected facility exceed the established normal
visible emissions for that affected facility, the Permittee shall be deemed to be in noncompliance with
15A NCAC 2D.0524, UNLESS,
B. an approved Method 9 (or Method 22 if observing all affected facility building enclosure) opacity
determination meeting the requirements of 40 CM 60.670(Subpart 000, 15A NCAC 2D.0501(c)(8)
and (18) is performed for each enclosed affected facility and visible emissions are demonstrated to
comply with the applicable limit(s)given in 60.672(b) and (c). If compliance for the affected futility
cannot be demonstrated, then the affected facility shall be deemed to be in noncompliance With 15A
NCAC 2D .0524.
Reeor►l keeping[i5A NCAC 2Q.0508(t)]
d. Results of monitoring shall be maintained in a log(written or electronic form), The foliowing shall be recorded
in the log:
i. the results of the Permittee's observation to establish normal;
ii. the results of tine Permittee's monthly building fugitive emissions observation or the monthly opacity
emissions observations for each affected facility;
iii. if option 2.1 F.I.c.ii.A. is followed, the observation to establish normal should be recorded for each
affected facility within the building.
iv. whether the observed emissions source was the building or each affected facility within the building, the
date and tl►we of each observation,and
v. if any emissions were observed ftom the building or whether any emissions observed exceeded"normal,"
file time and any resulting action(s)taken to reduce emissions exceeding an applicable firnit,and
vi. the date, time, and type of all corrective actions performed to prevent such an exceedance from re-
occurring and a copy of any Method 9 or Method 22 opacity testing performed for tine purpose of
demonstrating compliance With the applicable emissions 111wit(s).
The Permittee shall be deemed in non-compliance With 2.IA La, if records of the monitoring results are not
maintained.
Repo►•ling[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
e. Tine Permittee shall submit a written sunmlary report of the all monitoring and record keeping activities as
follows:
L a report of any changes in existing facilities as specified in 40 CM 60.676 - Reporting and record keeping,
including equipment being replaced and the replacement equipment of affected facilities. This report shall
be submitted to the Administrator as required.
ii, a summary report of monitoring and record keeping activities by 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
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preceding six-month period between Jatmary aril Jerre. All histattces of deviations fi•om the requirements
of this permit must be clearly identified.
iii. a report of my noncomplying emissions for all emissions which exceed the "no visible emission" limit of
40 CFR 60.672(e) or the applicable opacity limit(s)of 40 CFR 60.672(a), (b) and (c)as established using
Method 9 or 22 compliance demonstrations conducted oil an affected facility or building, along with the
determined cause ofexceedance and the resulting corrective action takelt.
Notification Rel)ortiou[I5A NCAC 2D .05241.
f. N additim to any other trot€ftcatton requ€reme€lts to the istivironmental Protectim Ageacy(EPA),11te Pernlittee
is required to NOTIFY the Regional Supervisor,DAQ, ill WRITING,of the following:
i. the date construction (40 CFR 60.7) or reconstruction (40 CFR 60.15) of ail affected facility is
commeticed,postmarked no later tha€t 30 clays after such date;atld
ii. the actual date of initial start-up of an affected facility,postmarked within 15 clays after such date.
G. One Concrete Block Plant including:
one flyash silo (ID No. ES-BP-FAS) controlled by one bin vent filter (Ill No. CD-BP-
BVI), one cement silo (ID No. ES-BP-CS) controlled by one loin vent filter (ID No. ES-
BP-BV2) and one batch mixer(ID No. ES-BP-BM) controlled by one bagfilter(ID No.
CD-BP-BH1)
The rollowin>table provides a Summary of Ii€nits and/or standards for the Clay Crushing,grinding,mid screening emission units.
Regulated Limils/Standards Applicable Regulation
Pollutant
particulate matter E=4.l0 P°fi' for processes<_30 tons per hour 15A NCAC 2D.0515
E=55.0 P°€t -40 for processes> 30 tons per!tour
where l =allowable etnissiotl rate in pott€tcls per hot€r
P= process weight in tons per hour
visible emissions 20 percerq o acit 15A NCAC 2D .052 i d)
toxic air pollutants See Section 2.2. A.2,State-enforceable only I5A NCAC 2D .1100
toxic air pollutants See Section 2.2. AA, Stale-eitforeeable only I5A NCAC 2Q.0705
1. 15A NCAC 2D.0515: PARTICULATE EMISSIONS FROM MISCELLANEOUS INDUSTRIAL
PROCESSES
a. Emissions of particulate matter firom the concrete block plain's flyash silo and cement silo(ID Nos. ES-BP-
FAS,and ES-BI'-CS)shall not exceed all allowable emission rate as calculated by the following equation:
[I5A NCAC 2D.0515(a)]
E=4.10 x P 11,67 Where I:=allowable eniissiott rate its pottticis iper hotu-
P=process weight ill tons per hour
b. Emissions of particulate tllatter fi•otle the batch ttlixer(ID No. ES-13P-13M)shall not exceed an allowable
emissio€t rate as calculated by the followhlg equation: [I 5A NCAC 213.0515(a)]
E=55.0 x P°i t-40 Where E=allowable cmtssloll rate hi pounds per hour
1'=process weight in tons per(tour
Liquid and gaseous fuels and combustion air are trot considered as part of the process weight.
Testing[I5A NCAC 2Q.0508(ol
c. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ. if the
results of this test exceed Elie limit given in Section 2.1 G.La.and b(above), the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0515.
Monitoriitg/Recordlceciiiti [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
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d. Particulate matter emissions from the concrete block plant(ID Nos. ES-BP-FAS, ES-BP-CS,and ES-BP-
BM)shall be controlled by two bin vent filters and one bagfilter(ID No. CD-BP-BV 1,CD-BP-BV2,CD-BP-
Bill). To assure compliance,the Pennittee shall perform inspections and maintenance as recommended by the
control device manufacturer. Ill addition to the manufacturer's inspection and maintenance reconunendations,
or if there is no manufacturer's inspection and maintenance recommendations,as a mininuuu,the inspection
and maintenance requirement shall include the following:
i. a monthly visual inspection of the system ductwork and material collection units for leaks and
ii. an annual internal inspection of the bagfilters'structural integrity.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 2.1 G.La and b above if the ductwork and bagfilters are
not inspected and maintained.
f. The results of inspection and maintenance shall be in
in a log(written or electronic fonna )on-site and
made available to an autbo'ized representative upon request. The log 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 bagfilters;and
iv, any variance troll,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(t)]
g. The Pennittee shall submit the results of any maintenance performed on the bagfilters within 30 days of a
written request by the DAQ.
h. 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 fi'om the requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
2. 15A NCAC 2D .052L' CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. As required by 15A NCAC 2D .0521 "Control of Visible Emissions," visible emissions from the concrete block
plant(ID Nos. ES-BP-FAS, ES-BP-CS,and ES-BP-BM)shall not be more than 20 percent opacity when
averaged over a six-minute period[15A NCAC 2D .0521(d)]. However,six minute averaging periods may
exceed 20 percent opacity not more than once in any Inour and not more than four times in any 244hour period.
In no event shall the six-minute average exceed 87 percent opacity. [15A NCAC 2D .0521(d)]
Testis [l5A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required, the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ. [f the
results of this test exceed the limit given in Section 2.1 G.2.a. (above),the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0521.
C. Monitoring/Reco•dk—e—"All
No m o
onitoring or recordkeeping is required to show cupliance with this regulation.
H. One coal processing system one coal crusher (ID No. ES-Coal-CC) controlled by one
bagfilter (ID No. CD-Coal-CC) and One rumbler system (ID No. ES-RUMBLE) controlled
by one bagfilter (ID No. CD-RUMBLE)
'fire followin table xovides a sununar,of limits and standards for the emission source(s)describe above:
Regulated Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Pollutant 15A NCAC 2D .0515
paiiculate matter E=4.10P 067
where E=allowable emission rate in pounds per hour
P=process weight in tons per hour
visible emissions 20 ercent o aci
15A NCAC 2D.052I(d)
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1. ISA NCAC 2D.0515: PARTICULATES FROM MISCELLANEOUS INDUSTRIAL PROCESSES
a. Emissions of particulate matter fi'om this source shall not exceed an allowable emission rate as calculated by
the following equation: [15A NCAC 2D .0515(a)]
E_4.10 x P°'fir Where E=allowable emission rate in pounds per hour
P=process weight in tons per hour
Liquid and gaseous fuels and combustion air are not considered as part of the process weight.
Testin [15A NCAC 02Q .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(lie limit given in Section 2.1. H.I.a.above,the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0515.
Monitoring [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. Particulate matter emissions fi-om the coal processing system and the rumbler system(ID Nos. ES-Coal-CC
and ES-RUMBLE)shall be controlled by bagfilters (ID Nos. CD-Coal-CC and CD-RUMBLE). To assure
compliance,the Permittee shall perform inspections and maintenance as recommended by the control device
mumfacturer. In addition to the manufacturer's inspection and maintenance recommendations,or if there is no
manufactiuer's inspection and maintenance reconin endations,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 bagfilter's
structural integrity.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0515 if the ductwork and bagfilters are
not inspected and maintained..
Record keening[15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
d. The results of inspection and maintenance shall be maintained in a log(written or electronic fornnat)on-site and
made available to an authorized representative upon request. The log 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 perfomed on the bagfilters;and
iv. any variance fiom manufacturer's recommendations, if any,and corrections made.
The Permittee shall be deenned in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0515 if these records are not
maintained.
Reporting[15A NCAC 2Q .0508(t)]
e. 'file Permittee shall submit the results of any maintenance performed on the bagfilters within 30 days of a
written request by the DAQ.
f. The Permittee shall submit a summary repot of monitoring and recordkeeping activities postmarked on or
before January 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-nnonth 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 frown the requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
2. 15A NCAC 2D.052 L CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. Visible emissions from the coal processing system(ID No. ES-Coal-CC)and the rumbler system(ID No. ES-
RUMBLE)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. [15A NCAC 2D
.0521(d)]
Testin [15A NCAC 02Q .0508(f)]
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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 11.2.a,above,the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 021).0521.
Monitoring[15A NCAC 2Q .0508(ol
c. To assure compliance,once a month the Permittee sliall observe the emission points of this source for any
visible emissions above normal.The monthly observation must be made for cacti month of the tale€idar year
period to enst€re coiupiiarice with this regaii•e€iicnt. 1 f visible emissions fi,om this source a€-e observed to be
above normal,the Permittee shall either:
i. take appropriate action to correct tic above-normal emissions as soon as practicable and within the
monitoring period and record the action taken as provided in the recordkeeping requirements below,
O€'
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 tiie limit given in Section 2.1 H.2. 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 02D,052 1.
Reeortikeeping[I 5A NCAC 2Q.0508(t)]
d. The results of the monitoring shall be maintained in a log(written or electronic format)on-site and made
available to an authorized representative upon request. The log 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 02D.0521 if these records are not
maintained.
Reporting[15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
e. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of the observations postmarked on or before January 30 of cacti
calendar year for(lie preceding sir-month period between July and December and July 30 of cacti calendar year
for the preceding six-month period between January and June. All instances of deviations fi•on) tiie
requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
2.2- Multiple Emission Source(s) Specific Limitations and Conditions
A. All emission sources
'3'he follmin r tattle provides a summary of limits amt standards for the emission source(s)deseritied above:
Regulated Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Pollutant
Odors Odorous emissions must be controlled; State enforceable 15A NCAC 21).1806
only
Toxic air pollutants Toxic air pollutant emissions shall not exceed their 15A NCAC 21) .1 100
modeled acceptable ambient levels;State-enforceable
only
Toxic air pollutant emissions shall not exceed the levels 15A NCAC 2Q.07 i I
listed in 2Q.0711 unless ambient standards are not
exceeded;State-enforceable only
Toxic air pollutants State-enforceable only 15A NCAC 2Q .0705
Air Toxics Demonstration
State enforceable-only
1. 15A NCAC 2D.1806: CONTROL AND PROHIBITION OF ODOROUS EMISSIONS
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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 time facility from causing or
contributing to objectionable odors beyond the facility's boundary.
State enforceable-only
2. 15A NCAC 2D ,1100: TOXIC AIR POLLUTANT EMISSIONS LIMITATION AND REQUIREMENT
Pursuant to 15A NCAC 2D .l 100 and in accordance with the approved application for an air toxic compliance
demonstration, time following permit limit slmall not be exceeded:
EMISSION SOURCE(S) TOXIC AIR POLLUTANT(S) EMISSION LIMIT(S)
Brick Tunnel Kihms 1,and 2 (ID arsenic 5.05 pounds per year
Nos. ES-K I anti ES K2
Brick Tunnel Kiln 3 (ID No. FS- arsenic 18.9 pounds per year
K3K)
Brick Tunnel Kiln 4 (ID No. ES- arsenic 18.9 pounds per year
K4K)
Batch Mixer(ID No. ES-BP-BM) arsenic 0.0065 pounds per year
Cement Silo(ID No. ES-BI'-CS) arsenic 0,00035 pounds per year
Flyash Silo(ID No. FS-BP-FAS) arsenic 0.097 pounds per year
Brick Tunnel Kilns 1,2, 3,and 4 benzene 474 pounds per year
(ID Nos. ES-K1, ES-K2, ES-K3K,
and FS-K4K)
Brick Twin eI Kilns 1,and 2(ID beryllium 0.0744 pounds per year
Nos. ES-KI and ES-K2
Brick Tunnel Kiln 3 (ID No. ES- beryllium 2.18 pounds per year
K3K)
Brick Tunnel Kiln 4(1D No. ES- beryllium 2.18 pounds per year
K4K)
Cement Silo(ID No. ES-BP-CS) beryllium 0.000044 pounds per year
Flyash Silo(ID No. ES-BP-FAS) beryllium 0.00867 pounds per year
Brick Tunnel Kilns 1,and 2 (ID cadmium 5.28 pounds per year
Nos. ES-KI and ES-K2)
Brick Tunnel Kiln 3 (ID No.ES- cadmium 2.70 pounds per year
K3K)
Brick Tunnel Kiln 4 (ID No. ES- cadmium 2,70 pounds per year
K4 K
Batcli Mixer(ID No. ES-BP-BM) cadmium 0.000245 pounds per year
Cement Silo(ID No. ES-BP-CS) cadmium 0.0000438 pounds per year
Flyash Silo(ID No. ES-BP-FAS) cadmium 0.0019 pounds per year
Brick Tunnel Kilns 1,2,3, and 4 chlorine 0.0534 pounds per horn
(ID Nos. ES-K 1,ES-K2, ES-K3K, 1.28 pounds per clay(24-hour)
and ES-K4K
Brick Tunnel Kilns 1,and 2 (1D Soluble chromate as chromium VI 0.0316 pounds per clay(24 lmou)')
Nos. ES-KI and ES-K2)
Brick Tunnel Kiln 3 (ID No. ES- Soluble chromate as chromium VI 0.0252 pounds per clay(24 horn)
K3K)
Brick Tunnel Kiln 4(ID No. ES- Soluble chromate as chromium VI 0.0252 pounds per clay(24 hour)
K4K}
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EMISSION SOURCE(S) TOXIC AIR POLLUTANT(S)T0.044
SSION LIMIT(S)
Batch Mixer(ID No. ES-BP-BM) Non-specific chrouiwu(VI) pounefs per year
coal ounds
Cement Silo(ID No. ES-BP-CS) Non-specific chromium(VI) 54 pounds per year
coal ounds
Elyash Silo(ID No. ES-BP-EAS) Non-specific chromium(VI) pounds per year
coal mounds
Brick Tunnel Kibis 1,2,3,and 4 di (2-ethylhexyl)phthalate I5 pounds per day(24-hour)
(ID Nos. ES-KI,ES-K2, ES-K3K,
and ES-IC4K)
22.0 pounds per hour
Brick Tunnel Kilos I,2, 3,and 4 tlum'ides 528 pounds per clay(24-how')
(ID Nos. ES-K1,ES-K2, ES-IC3K,
and ES-K4K)
Brick Tunnel Kilns I,2, 3,and 4 hydrogen chloride 11.6 pounds per hour
(ID Nos. ES-K1, ES-K2,ES-K3K,
and ES-K4K
Brick Tunnel Kilns I,2, 3,and 4 hydrogen fluoride 25.42 pounds per hour
610 pounds per day(24-hour)
(ID Nos. ES-KI, ES-K2,ES-K3K,
and ES-IC4K)
Brick Tunnel Kilns 1,2,3,and 4 mercury0.0801 pounds per clay(24-hour}
(ID Nos. ES-KI, ES-K2,ES-K3K,
and ES-K4K)
0.0222 pounds per clay(24-hour)
Brick"runnel Kilns 1,and 2 (ID Nickel
Nos. ES-KI and ES-K2)
0.0356 pounds per day(2 -hour)
Brick Tunnel Kiin 3 (ID No. ES- Nickel
K3K)
0.0356 pounds per day(24-hour)
Brick Tunnel Kiln 4(ID No. ES- Nickel
K4K)
0.000238 pounds per day(24-
Batch Mixer(Ill No. ES-BP-BM) Nickel hour)
Cement Silo(ID No. ES-BP-CS) Nickel 0.0100 pounds per day(24-hour)
EAS) Nickel 0.00060 pounds per day(24-
Plyash Silo(ID No. ES-BP- hour)
a. To ensure compliance with the above limits,the following restrictions shall apply:
i. The combined feed rate shall not exceed 54,800 pounds per hour for Has I and 2 (ID Nos. ES-ICI and
ES-1(2), and
ii. The combined feed rate shall not exceed 82,200 pounds per hour for kilns 3 and 4 (ID Nos. ES-I0K and
ES-I(4K).
iii. The combined production limit shall not exceed 259,226 tons of fired brick per year when tiring coal for
kilns 3 and 4 (ID Nos. ES-IC31( and ES-I(4K)
iv. The dry limestone adsorbers(DLA)(ID Nos.CD-K3DLA and CD-K4DLA)shall be operated for control
of emissions of hydrogen chloride and hydrogen fluoride when m
the brick tuel Has(ID Nos. ES-K31C
and ES-K4K)are in operation with following exception:
(a) the permittee shall be allowed to bypass the DLA(1D No. CD-I(3DLA) for routine control
device maintenance and continue operation of the brick tunnel kiln(ID No. ES-IC3K)for up to
4%of the annual operating uptime of the kiln.
(b) the Pennittee shall be allowed to bypass the DLA(ID No. CD-I(4DLA) for routine control
device maintenance and continue operation of the brick tunnel kiln(ID No. ES-IC410 for up to
4%of the annual operating uptime of the kiln.
v. 'file bypass damper position (open or closed) associated with DLAs (ID Nos, CD-K3DLA and CD-
1(4DLA)shall be monitored and recorded when the brick tunnel Has(Ill Nos. ES-I(3K and ES-K4K) is
in operation.
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vi. The limestone feeder setting of the DLAs(ID Nos.CD-K3DLA and CD-K4DLA)shall be maintained at
or above 110 pounds per hour averaged over a 24-hour block period.
vii. 'file DI-As(ID Nos. CD-K3DLA and CD-K4DLA)shall contain an adequate amount of limestone in the
storage bin and hopper during operation.
viii.The Permittee shall use the same grade of limestone from the same source in the DLAs(ID Nos. CD-
IC3DLA find CD-K4DLA)as used during the most recent performance test.
ix. The Permittee shall monitor and record electronically the bypass damper position (open or closed)
associated with the DLAs (Ill Nos. CD-K3DLA and CD-K4DLA) at least every 15 minutes. In the
alternative, a daily report showing the amount of open and/or closed lime for the previous 24 hours may be
generated from the plant computer. As a third alternative, manual log sheets may be used. The reason for
each bypass event shall also be recorded in a logbook o by other electronic method.
x. The Permittee shall verify, that the limestone hopper and storage bins (located at the top of the DLAs)
contain adequate limestone by perfuming a daily visual check and recording the results in a logbook or by
other electronic method.
xi. The Permittee shall record the limestone feeder setting daily in logbook o by other electronic method to
verify that the feeder setting is being maintained at or above 110 pounds per hour.
xii. The Permittee shall maintain records of the source and type of limestone utilized in the DI-As(Ill Nos.
CD-K3DLA and CD-K4DLA)during the most recent performance lest in a logbook o by other
electronic method.
xiii.'I'he Permittee shall monitor and record operating uptime of the brick tunnel kilns (ID Nos. ES-10K and
ES-K4K)and the downtime associated the routine control device maintenance of the DLAs(ID Nos. CD-
K3DLA and CD-K4DLA).
b. For compliance purposes, within 30 days after each calendar year quarter, regardless of the actual emissions,
the following shall be reported to the Regional Supervisor, DAQ:
i. The maximum hourly combined feed rates for kilns I and 2(ID Nos. ES-KI and ES-1(2)and for the kilns
3 and 4 (ID Nos. ES-K3K and ES-K410 during each day of the reporting quarter.
State enforceable-only
3. 15A NCAC 2Q.0711: PERM IT RLQUIREMENTS FOR TOXIC AIR POLLUTANTS
a. Pursuant to 15A NCAC 2Q .0711 "Emission Rates Requiring a Permit," for each of the below listed toxic all-
pollutants(TAPs), the Permittee has made a demonstration that facility-wide actual emissions do not exceed the
Toxic Permit Emission Rates (TPERs) listed in 15A NCAC 2Q .0711. The facility shall be operated and
maintained in such a manner that emissions of any listed TAPS from the facility, including fugitive emissions,
will not exceed TPERs listed in 15A NCAC 2Q .0711.
i. A permit to emit any of the below listed TAPS shall be required for this facility if actual emissions fiom all
sources will become greater than the corresponding TPERs.
ii. PRIOR to exceeding any of these listed TPERs,the Permittee shall be responsible for obtaining a permit to
emit TAPS and fo demonstrating compliance with the requirements of 15A NCAC 2D.1100 "Control of
Toxic Air Pollutants."
ill. In accordance with the approved application, the Permittee shall maintain records of operational
info nation denonstrating that the TAP emissions do not exceed the TPERs as listed below:
TPER
Limitations
Pollutant Carcinogens Chronic Toxicants Acute Syslennic Acute Irritants
(CAS Number) (lb/,r) Ib/da ) Toxicants(lb/hr) (lb/hr)
0.052
bromine(7726-95-6)
Carbon disulfide(75-15-0) 3•9
cresol(13 19-77-3) 0.56
16.9
p-dichlo obenzene
(106-46-7)
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r
mercaptan(75-08-1) 0.025
aldehyde(50-00-0) 0.04
n-hexane(110-54-3) 23
hexane isomers except n- 92
hexane
manganese and compounds 0.63
Methyl isobutyl ketone 52 7.6
(108-10-1)
Methyl mercaptan (74-93-1) 0.013
nitrobenzene(98-95-3) 1.3 0.13
pentachloroplienol(87-86-5) 0.063 0.0064
polychlorinated biphenyls T5.6(1336-36-3)
Styrene(100-42-5) 2.7
Non-specific chromium(VI) 0M
compounds,as chromium
(VI)equivalent (zinc
chromate(13530-65-9))
4. 15A NCAC 2D.0705: EXISTING SOURCES AND SiC CALLS
a. For sources at a facility subject to a MACT or GACT standard, or that may be subject to a MACT or
GACT standard based on studies required by Section 112 (n)(1) of the Clean Air Act, 42 ILS.C. Section
7412(n)(1),the owner or operator of the facility shall comply with 15A NCAC 2D.I 100 as follows:
(1) When the owner or operator submits a permit application to comply with the last MACT or GACT,
excluding the MACT or GACT for combustion sources, known to apply to the facility, lie shall also
submit a permit application to comply with 15A NCAC 2D .1100. The facility shall comply with 15A
NCAC 21).1100 by the same deadline that it is required to comply with the last MACT or GACT.
(2) If the owner or operator does not have to submit a permit application to comply with the last MACT or
GACT, excluding the MACT or GACT for combustion sources, he shall submit a permit application
to comply with 15A NCAC 2D .1100 within six montlis after the promulgation of the last MACT or
GACT, excluding the MACT or GACT for combustion sources, known to apply to the facility or by
January 1, 1999, Whichever is later. The facility shall comply with 15A NCAC 2D .I 100 by the sauce
deadline that it is required to comply with the last MACT or GACT.
(3) If the owner or operator submitted a permit application for the last MACT or GACT, excluding the
MACT or GACT for combustion sources, known to apply to the facility before July 1, 1998, lie shall
submit a permit application to comply With 15A NCAC 2D .1100 by January 1, 1999. The facility
shall comply with 15A NCAC 2D .1100 within three years from the(late that the permit is issued.
SECTION 3 - GENERAL CONDITIONS (version 3.6)
This section describes terns and conditions applicable to this Title V facility.
A. General Pi•ovisioits [NCGS 143-215 and 15A NCAC 2Q .0508(i)(16)]
1. Terms not othei-%i,ise defined in tliis permit sliall leave the iiieaning assigncd to such terms is 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.f 14A and 143-215.114B, including assessment of civil and/or criminal
Permit No. 0438,11'35
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penalties.Any unauthorized deviation from file conditions of this perulit€nay constitute grounds for revocation)
and/or enforcement action by file 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 Permitfee from liability for harm or in u y to 1111man 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 file North Carolina Environmental Management Commission.
5. Except as identified as state-only requirements in this permit,all terins and conditions contained herein shall be
enforceable by the DAQ,[fie 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 violations of any of the applicable
requirements. A permitted installation may only he 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 retail for the duration of the permit terill
one complete copy of the application and any information submitted in support of the application package. Tile permit
and application shall be made available to an authorized representative of Departiisent of Environment and Natural
Resources upon request.
C. Severability Clause[I 5A 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 oil tlse cover page of this permit. For continuous emissions monitoring
systems(CI MS)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
16,11 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,NC 27699-16,11
All submittals shall include tine facility name and Facility ID number(refer to the cover page of this permit).
E. Duty to Comply[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(i)(2)1
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. Ciremnvention-STATE ENFORCEABLE ONLY
Tile facility shall be properly operated and maintained at all times in a manner that will effect ail overall reduction in air
poilution. Unless otherwise specified by this permit,no emission source may be operated without the Noncurrent
operation of its associated air pollution control device(s)and appurtenances.
G. Permit Modifieatio_ns
1. Acfnlinistrative Pei-iilit Amendments[15A NCAC 2Q.0514]
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The Permittee shall submit an application for an administrative permit amendment in accordance with 15A NCAC
21) .0514.
2. "Transfer in O+vnership or Operation and Application Submittal Content [I SA NCAC 2Q.0524 and 2Q.0505
The Permittee shall submit au application for an ownership change it,accordance with 15A NCAC 2Q.0524 and
2Q.0505.
3. Mina'Permit Modifications[I5A NCAC 2Q .05151
Tile Permittee shall submit an application fora minor permit modification in accordance with 15A NCAC 2Q
.0515.
4. Significant Permit Modifications[15A NCAC 2Q.OS 161
'rile Permittee shall submit an application for a significant permit modification in accordance will' 15A NCAC 2Q
.0516.
5. Reopening for Cause[I 5A NCAC 2Q.0517]
The Permittee shall submit an application fa'reopening for cause in accordance with 15A NCAC 2Q.0517.
}I. Changes Not Requiring Permit Modifications
1. Reporting Requirennents
still in new or increased emissions from the emission sources)listed in Section
Any of the following that would re
I must be reported to file 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 he ein.
2. Section 502(b)(IO)Changes[15A NCAC 2Q .0523(a)I
a. "Section 502(b)(10)changes"means changes that contt'avelle an express permit term or condition. Such
changes do not include changes that would violate applicable requirements or coat averse federally
enforceable permit terms and conditions that are monitoring(including test methods),recordkeeping,
reporting,or compliance cetification re(uirements.
b. The Permittee may make Section 502(b)(10)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;
iii. the Permittee notifies the Director and EPA with written notification at least seven clays before the change
is made;and
iv. lire Permittee shall attach the notice to the relevant Permit.
c. 'file 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 Permit 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 permit the next tiune that the Permit is revised or renewed,
whichever comes first.
3. Off Permit Changes[I5A NCAC 2Q.0523(b)]
The Permittee may make changes in the operation or emissions without revising the Permit ifi
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[I5A NCAC 2Q .0523(c)]
To the extent that emissions trading is allowed under 15A NCAC 2D,including subsequently adopted maximmin
achievable control technology standards,emissions trading shall be allowed without pennit revision pursuant to
15A NCAC 2Q.0523(c).
LA. Re nortin Re airenneots for Excess Eaissions mad Permit Deviations
[I5A NCAC 2D.0535(t)and 2Q.0)08(l(2)]
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"Excess Emissions"-means an emission rate that exceeds ally applicable emission limitation or standard allowed by
any rule in Sections.0500,.0900,.1200,or-.1,100 of Subchapter 21);or by a permit condition;or that exceeds an
emission limit established in a permit issued under 15A NCAC 2Q .0700. (Nate: Dgfinitions of excess emissions antler
2D./1/0 an02D.I ll l shrill aPp4j,where elefned by rule.)
"Deviations"-for-the purposes of this condition,any action or condition not in accordance with the tends and
conditions of this permit including those attributable to upset conditions as well as excess emissions as defrrred above
lasting less than four hours.
Excess Emissions
. If a source is required to report excess emissions tinder NSPS(15A NCAC 2D.0524),NEST TAPS(I 5A NCAC
2D .1110 or.I i 11),or the operating permit provides for periodic(e.g.,quarterly)reporting of excess emissions,
reporting slrall be performed as prescribed therein.
2. If the source is not subject to NSPS(15A NCAC 2D.0524),NESI IAI'S(15A NCAC 2D.I 110 or,.I 1 11),or these
rules do NOT define"excess emissions,"(lie Permittee 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 horns resulting ti•oni 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 fire 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 tiie Regional Supervisor or Director immediately wiien Corrective measures have been
accomplished;and
iii. submit to the Regional Supervisor or Director within 15 clays a written report as described in 15A NCAC
2D.0535(0(3).
Permit Deviations
3. Pursuant to 15A NCAC 2Q.0508(t)(2),the Permittee slrall report deviations fi-om permit 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 time Regional Supervisor slrall include(lie probable cause
of such deviation and any corrective actions or preventative actions taken. The responsible official shall
certify all deviations fi•onm permit requirements.
I.B. Other Renairements under 15A NCAC 213.0535
The Permittee slrall comply with all other applicable requirements contained in 15A NCAC 2D .0535, including 15A
NCAC 2D.0535(c)as follows:
I. Any excess emissions that do riot occur durirmg start-up and shut-doNvIl shall be considered a violation of the
appropriate 1-rile 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 slrall be considered a violation of the
appropriate rule if the owner or operator cannot demonstrate that excess emissions are unavoidable.
J. Emereenc Provisions t40 CFR 70.6(g)]
The Permittee sliali be subject to the following provisions with respect to emergencies:
1. An emergency means any situation arising fi•onm sudden and reasonably unforeseeable events beyond the control of
the facility, including acts of Cod,which situation requires immediate corrective action to restore normal
operation,and that causes the facility to exceed a technology-based emission limitation under(lie permit,due to
unavoidable increases in emissions attributable to(he 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.
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2. Au emergency constitutes all affirmative defense to an action brought for noncompliance with such technology-
based emission limitations iftbe 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 Pennittee can identity 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 it t
exceeded the standards or other requirements in the permit;and
al, the Permittee submitted notice of the emergency to the DAQ within two working days of the time when
emission limitations were exceeded clue 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 term not to exceed five years and shall expire at the end of its
term and shall expire at the end of its term. 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 terminates 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 suliect to 15A NCAC 2Q.0400 requirements. In either of these
events,all teens and conditions of these permits shall remain in effect until the renewal permits have been issued or
denied.
L. Need to Hnit or Reduce Activity Not a Defense[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(i)(4)]
It shall not be a defense for a Pennittee 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. Dut to Provide Info notion(suhnnittill of{nformation)[1SA NCAC 2Q .0508(i)(9)]
1. rmation that the Director may
Permittee shall finnsh to the DAQ, Ina timely manner,airy reasonable into
request io wr{lin to determine whether cause exists for modifying,revoking anal reissuing,o'terminating the
Permit 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.Fin infomation claimed to be confidential,the Permittee may fiu'nish such records
directly to the EPA upon request along with a claim of confidentiality.
N. Duly to Supplement [15A NCAC 2Q.0507(f)]
The Pemittee,upon becoming aware that any relevant facts were omitteal or incorrect information was submitted in the
r
Permit application,shall promptly subunit 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(I)]
he Permittee shall retain records of all required monitoring data and supporting information for a period of at least
five years fool the date of the monitoring sample,measurement,repot,o'application. Supporting information
includes all calibration and maintenance records and all original strip-chart recordings for continuous monitoring
informmation,and copies of all reports required by the penuit. These records shall be nnaintained in a form 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. Complimue Cerliflcation [I5A 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 I a compliance certification(for the preceding calendar
year)by a responsible official with all federally-enforceable terns and conditions in the permit, including emissions
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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. Tile compliance certification
shall comply with additional requirements as may be specified under Sections I I4(a)(3)or 504(b)of the Federal Clean
Air Act. The compliance certification shall specify:
I. tile identification of each terra or condition of the permit that is tlhe basis of the certification;
2. the compliance status(with tie terms and conditions of the permit for the period covered by the ccrtification);
3. whether compliance was continuous or intermittent;and
4. tile method(s)used for determining the compliance status of the source during the certification period.
Q. Certification by Responsible{official [I5A NCAC 21).05201
A responsible official shall certify the th•rrth,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 alter
reasonable inquiry,file statements and information in the document are true,accurate,and complete.
R. Permit Shield foi•Apolicable ReauhTnients[15A NCAC 2Q.05121
1. Compliance with the terms and conditions of this permit shall be deemed compliance with applicable 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 file Department,or Governor under NCGS 143-215.3(a)(12),or
EPA udder Section 303 of tile Federal Clean Air Act;
h. the liability of all 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 FPA 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 Modiffcatlohh and Revocation of the Permit [i5A NCAC 2Q.0519]
The Director may terminate,modify,or revolve 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 21 B.
T. insignificant Activities[15A NCAC 2Q.0503]
Because all emission source or activity is insignificant does not mean that the emission source or activity is exempted
fi-om any applicable requirement or that the owner or operator of the source is exempted from demonstrating
compliance with an),applicable requirement. The Permittee shall have available at the facility at all times and made
available to all authorized representative upon request,documentation, including calculations,if necessary,to
demonstrate that ail emission source or activity is insignificant.
U. Property Rielhts[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(l)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 file permit;
b. have access to and copy,at reasonable times,any records that are required to be kept under the conditions of
the permit;
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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 Pennittee under
Section 114 or other provisions of the Federal Clean Air Act.
2. No person shall refirse entry or access to any authorized representative of the DAQ who requests entry for
parposes 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. Refifial of
early or access may constitute grounds for permit revocation and assessment of civil penalties.
W. Annual Fee Paynrent [15A NCAC 2Q.0508(i)(10)]
1. The Permittee 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 file 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 brvento•v Re(luirenrcnts[I5A 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 accm acy of the report shall be certified by a responsible official
of the facility.
Y. Confideutial Information [ISANCAC2Q.0107and2Q.0508(i)(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 I5A NCAC 2Q.0107.
Z. Construction and Operation Permits [I5A NCAC 2Q .0100 and .0300]
A conshuction and operating permit shall be obtained by the Permittee for any proposed new or modified facility o
emission source which is not exempted fiom having a permit prior to the beginning of construction or modification, in
accordance with all applicable provisions of I5A NCAC 2Q.0100 and .0300.
AA.Standard Application Form and Required Information[I SA NCAC 2Q.0505 and.0507]
The Permittee shall submit applications and required infomation in accordance with the provisions of 15A NCAC 2Q
.0505 and .0507.
BB. Financial Res onsibilit,and Can oliance History]15A NCAC 2Q.0507(d)(4)]
The DAQ may require as applicant to submit a statement of financial qualifications and/or a statement of substantial
compliance history.
CC. 12efri erant Rec uirements Stratos rheric 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 1
or 11 ozone-depleting substances such as cblootluo ocarbons and hydrochlootluoocarbons 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 11 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 reputing 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)[I5A NCAC 2Q.0508(h)]
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If the Permittee is required to develop and register a Risk Management Plan with EPA pursuant to Section i 12(r)of the
Clean Air Act,then tine Permittee is required to register this plan in accordance with 40 CE R Part 68.
EE. Prevention of Accidental Releases General Duty Clause-Section 112(r)(1)-
I�EDERALLY-ENFORCEABLE ON1..,Y
Although a risk:management plan may not be required, if the Permittee produces,processes,handles,or stores any
amount ofa listed hazardous substance,tine Permittee has a general duty to take such steps as are necessary to prevent
the accidental release of such substance and to minimize the consequences of any release.
F . Title IV Allowances [I5A 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 requirenient. The Permittee's emissions may not
exceed any allowances that the facility lawfully holds under Title IV of the Federal Clean Ail,Act.
GG.Air Pollution rrliCl'L,eiiey Episode[15A NCAC 2D.0300]
Should the Director of tine DAQ declare an Ail-Pollution Emergency Episode,the Permittee will be required to operate
in accordance with the Permittee's previously approved Emission Reduction Plan or, ill the absence of all approved
plan,with the appropriate requirements specified in 15A NCAC 2D.0300.
HH.Registration of Air Pollution Sources[I5A NCAC 2D.0200]
'file 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 information will be in accordance with 15A NCAC 2D
.0202(b).
II. Ambient Ail-Quality Standards [I5A NCAC 2D .0501(c)]
In 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 ill such manner that the source shall not cause the ambient
air duality standards in 15A NCAC 2D .0400 to be exceeded at any point beyond the premises on which the source is
located. When controls more stringent than named ill 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,tine permit shall contain a
condition requiring these controls.
JJ. Ceneral Emissions Testing and Reporting Requirements[I5A NCAC 2Q.0508(i)(16)]
Emission compliance testing shall be by the procedures of Section .2600,except as may be otherwise required in
Rttles.052d, .0912, .I 110, .1111,or.ICI 15 of Subchapter 2D.
If emissions testing is required by this permit or the DAQ or if the Permittee submits emissions testing to tile DAQ to
demonstrate compliance,the Permittee shall perform such testing in accordance with 15A NCAC 2D.2600 and follow
the procedures outlined below:
I. 'The owner or operator of(lie 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 art applicable standard
shall notify the Director at least 15 days before beginning the test so that the Director may at his option observe
fire 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 sliall 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 sliall describe the procedures used to obtain accurate process data and include in the test report
tine 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 alter
sample collection unless otherwise specified ill the specific conditions. The owner or operator may request an
extension to submit the final test report.Tire Director shall approve an extension request if lie finds that the
extension request is a result of actions beyond the control of tine owner or operator.
a. Tile Director shall snake the final determination regarding any testing procedure deviation and fie validity
of the compliance test.The Director may:
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(1) Allow deviations from a rnctliod specified►under a rule in this Section if the owner or operator of tile
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 oil an individual basis for sources or pollutants for which no test method
is specified in this Section if tile 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 verity 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.
I K.Reopening for Cause[l5A NCAC 2Q.05171
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 1V;
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 sliall be completed or a revised permit issued within 18 months atter the applicable
requirement is promulgated. No reopening is required if the effective date of the requirement is alter the expiration
of the permit teen unless the term of the permit 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 permit is reopened,the
procedures in 15A NCAC 2Q.0300 steal I 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 immi►lent 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,alter receiving notification from the EPA that
a permit needs to be terminatcd,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)1
The Permittee shall maintain a record of operation for permitted equipment noting whenever the equipment is taken
fi-om 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.0.5401-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 tine
property boundary.If substantive complaints or excessive fugitive dust emissions from(lie F►cility are observed beyond
the property boundaries for six minutes in any one hour(using Reference Method 22 in 40 CFIt,Appendix A),the
owner or operator may be required to submit a fugitive dust plan as described in 2D.0540(n.
"Fugitive dust emissions"mea►►s 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 access roads and haul roads).
NN. Specific Permit Modifications[15A NCAC 2Q.0501 and.05231
I. 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)an or before 12
months after commencing operation.
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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 fair Quality Permit
Application is filed and a construction and operation permit following the procedures of Section .0500(except
for Riffle .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, CA 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 oil 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(lie next significant modification or Air Quality Permit renewal, the
Permittee shall submit a page "135" 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 fi•om satisfying preconstructlon requirements.
00.Third Party Pa►"tleipation and EPA Review[I5A 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-
cfay EPA review period.
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ATTACHMENT
List of Acronyms
ADS Alternate Operating Scenario
RACT Best Available Control Technology
Rtu British thermal unit
CAA Clean Air Act
CAIR Clean Air Interstate Rule
CEM Continuous Emission Monitor
CHI Code of Federal Regulations
CAA Clean Air Act
DAQ Division of Air Quality
DENR Department of Environment 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
PMro 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
so, Sulfin Dioxide
tpy Tons Per Year
VOC Volatile Organic Compound