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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Air Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue B. Keith Overcash, RE Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
March 30,2010
Mr. Allen Griser
Vice President of Operations
Draka Communications Americas,Inc.
2512 Penny Rd
Claremont NC, 28610
Dear Mr. Griser,
SUBJECT: Air Quality Permit No. 07334T25
Facility ID: 1800419
Draka Communications Ameri6uality
Claremont, Catawba County
Fee Class: Title V
In accordance with your complete� Pe it Application for a Name Change of a
Title V permit received December 23, 20Q9, we are forwarding herewith Air Quality Permit No.
07334T25 to Draka Communications Ame icas, Inc., at 2512 B Penny Road in Claremont, North
Carolina authorizing the construction and o rall'ot, of the emission source(s) and associated air
pollution control device(s) specified herein. A 1 ionally, any emissions activities determined from
your Air Quality Permit Application as beiW insignificant per 15A North Carolina Administrative
Code 2Q .0503(8) hay been listed for infiprmational purposes as an "ATTACHMENT." Please note
the requirements for the annual compliance certification are contained in General Condition P in
Section 3. The rent owner is responsible for submitting a compliance certification for the
entire year re dl s of who owned the facility during the year.
y
the desi ed responsible official it is your responsibility to review,understand, and
abid a e rm d conditions of the attached permit. It is also your responsibility to
e re t t an erso who operates any emission source and associated air pollution control device
subj t to to r condition of the attached permit reviews,understands, and abides by the
conditi n(s))oo e attached permit that are applicable to that particular emission source.
If ally parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this Air Quality Permit are unacceptable
to you, you have the right to request a formal adjudicatory hearing within 30 days following receipt of
this permit, identifying the specific issues to be contested. This hearing request must be in the form of a
written petition, conforming to NCGS (North Carolina General Statutes) 15013-23, and filed with both
Permitting Section
1641 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1641 NorthCarolina
2728 Capital Blvd.,Raleigh,North Carolina 27604 NaturallyPhone: 919-715-6235/FAX 919-733-5317/Internet: www.ncair.org
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled/10%Post Consumer Paper
Mr.Allen Griser
March 30,2010
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the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-6714
and the Division of Air Quality, Permitting Section, 1641 Mail Service Center, Raleigh,North Carolina
27699-1641. The form for requesting a formal adjudicatory hearing may be obtained upon request
from the Office of Administrative Hearings. Please note that this permit will be stayed in its entirety
upon receipt of the request for a hearing Unless a request for a hearing is made pursuant to NCGS
15013-23,this Air Quality Permit shall be final and binding 30 days after issuance.
You may request modification of your Air Quality Permit through informal ns pursuant to
NCGS 15013-22. This request must be submitted in writing to the Director and mu identify the
specific provisions or issues for which the modification is sought. Please note that th' it Quality
Permit will become final and binding regardless of a request for informal modi cati unles quest
for a hearing is also made under NCGS 15013-23.
The construction of new air pollution emission sour d associate air pollution
control device(s), or modifications to the emission sources) nd air llutio control device(s)
described in this permit must be covered under an Air Quali Permit is y the Division of
Air Quality prior to construction unless the Permittee has fulfi the quirements of GS 143-
215-108A(b) and received written approval from the Director of ision of Air Quality to
commence construction. Failure to receive an Air Quality Permit or written approval prior to
commencing construction is a violation of G 143-215.108A and may subject the Permittee to
civil or criminal penalties as described in G - 151Q4K t�143-215.114B.
This Air Quality Permit shall be 64Nti ie from March 30, 2010 until February 28, 2011, is
nontransferable to future owners and o rs, and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as
specified therein.
The changes made t*he pe re arized in the attachment to this letter. Should you
have any questions concerning this tte lease contact please contact Mr. Michael Gordon,
Environmental Engineer II_at(919) 5-6
ycerely yours,
Q�
Donald R. van der Vaart, Ph.D., P.E.,
Chief
Enclosure
c: Gregg Worley,EPA Region 4
Mooresville Regional Office
Central Files
Air Quality Permit No. 07334T25
Draka Communications Americas,Inc.
Claremont Facility
Insignificant Activities under 15A NCAC 2Q .0503(8)
Emission Source I.D. Emission Source Description Regulatory Basis
for Exemption
I-nonel 73 roof top air handling units Q.0503(8)
I-boilerl,I-boiler2,I-boiler3, Four natural gas-fired boilers(two 8.0 MMBtu/hr units 0503(8)
1-boiler4 and two 8.76 MMBtu/hr)
I-ES-15 Collapse process hoods *.0503(8)
,0 (g)
I-ES-5 Prep hoods
I-ES-13,I-ES-13a,andI-ES-16Three central vacuum sy ems .0503(8)
I-ES-10 Glass saw hoods 2Q.0503(8)
I-SD-1 Waste w ludge dryer 2Q.0503(8)
I-none3 105 ' s ire pump 2Q.0503(8)
I-ES-7 Draw towers 2Q.0503(8)
I-none4 Four machine c pning staf nswith 10 eight-gallon 2Q.0503(8)
acet ne baths
I-B1A,I-BIB,1-B2B,I-132C,
I-B2D,I-13413,I-BSB,I-BSC,
I-13713,I-1371),I-B7BE1 I- 18 ering extruder lines 2Q.0503(8)
BOA,I-BOB,I-BOC,I-B8
<%%\
I-BBB,I-BBD,I-138E
I-J1A,143A,144A,IAA,I- 9 jacketing extruder lines 2Q.0503(8)
J513,146A,147A,I4713,148A
I-FH-1,I-FH- -FH-3,I-FH- 8 flame heaters for the jacket extruder lines(0.044
4,I-FH-S,I- - I- -7,I-N MMBtu/hr each) 2Q.0503(8)
�F H-8
I-PL-1, L-2,I-PL-3, PL-4,
I-P I- - I-PL-7,I- -8,
L- -PL 01 I-PL-11,I- Sixteen printing lines 2Q.0503(8)
P 2,I L-13, 14,1-PL-
15,� 6
I-R4A,I-RS#,I-R6A,I-R7A, Six ribbon lines
2Q.0503(8)
I-RdA,I-R9A
I-FBW-1 Parts washer 2Q.0503(8)
Two natural gas fired storage tank heaters(0.129
I-T-1,I-T-2 million Btu/hr each) 2Q.0503(8)
I-WB-1,I-WB-2 Two hot water boilers(0.75 million Btu/hr each) 2Q.0503(8)
ATTACHMENT
Air Quality Permit No. 07334T25
Draka Communications Americas, Inc.
Claremont Facility
The following changes were made to the Draka Communications Americas,Inc.,Air Permit No. 07334T24:
I
Old Page New Page Part,Section,or Condition Change
No. No. No.
Cover Updated relevant pages
Changed Company name from Draka Comt
Throughout Americas,Inc.to*a Communications Americas,
Inc.
General Conditions Updated Permit General Conditions fflatest revision
(version 2.22.1)
State of North Carolina,
Department of Environment,
and Natural Resources NCDENR
Division of Air Quality
AIR QUALITY PERMIT
Permit No. Replaces Permit No.(s) Effective Date Expiration Date
07334T25 07334T24 March 30, 2010 brua 8, 2011
Until such time as this permit expires or is modified or revoked,the below named rum is p tted to construct and
operate the emission source(s) and associated air pollution control device(s)sped e: erein,r ccordance with the terms,
conditions, and limitations within this permit. This permit is issued under t rovisions of Article 21B of Chapter 143,
General Statutes of North Carolina as amended,and Title 15A North Car
olina Administrative Codes(15A NCAC),Subchapters 2D and 2Q,and other a icable LaS.
Pursuant to Title 15A NCAC, Subchapter 2Q,the Permittee shallot construct, oper modify any emission source(s)
or air pollution control device(s)without having first submitted a complete Air Quality Permit Application to the permitting
authority and received an Air Quality Permit,except as provided in thisrmit.
Permittee: Draka ommun a>* ns Americas, Inc.
Facility ID: 1800419
Facility Site Location: T8OO419."09A
nny Road
City, County, State, Zip: ont, Catawba County, NC 28610
Mailing Address: 400
City, State, Zip: a ont, Catawba County, NC 28610
Application Number:
Complete Application Date: December 23, 2009
Primary S odN41� 3229
jl�Division of it Quality, Mooresville
Regional Office Address: 610 East Center Avenue, Suite 301
Mooresville, NC 28115
Permit ed this the th day of March, 2010
Q�
Donald R. van der Vaart,Ph.D.,P.E., Chief,Air Permits Section
By Authority of 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, recordkee ' g, and
reporting requirements)
2.2 -Multiple Emission Source(s) Specific Limitations and Conditions
(Including specific requirements, testing,monitoring, re ing, d
reporting requirements)
SECTION 3: GENERAL PERMIT CONDITIONS
ATTACHMENT
List of Acronyms
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Under Title 15A NCAC 2Q, the operation of emission source(s) and associated air pollution control device(s) and
appurtenances listed in this permit is based on plans,specifications,operating parameters,and other information as submitted in
the Air Quality Permit Application.
SECTION 1- PERMITTED EMISSION SOURCE (S) AND ASSOCIATED AIR
POLLUTION CONTROL DEVICE (S) AND APPURTENANCES
The following table contains a summary of all permitted emission sources and associated air pollution control devices and appurtenances:
Emission Source Control Device
ID No. Emission Source Description ID No. Control Device Description
ES-1, Chemical vapor deposition units- Wet sc r (1 00 ac nsisting
CAM Cells 5,6,and 7 of a ariable hroa venturi bber (10
to inc water pressure drop) with
ES-4-3WS Gas cabinets-cells 5,6,and 7 3WS ea r than 90 gallons per minute
c ti olution injection(pH 8 or higher
ES-14 Collapse furnaces-cells 5,6,and 7 as dete ed fr source testing)
ES-2 Chemical vapor deposition process A
hoods N/A
Fabric filter with hydrated lime injection
1 S (30 dry pounds per our lime injection
or higher as determined by testing;9,800
square feet of filter area or greater)
Or
ES-9 Over-cladding Units— 4, n Ammonia injected catalytic NO,,
CAM fo Cell uni reduction system (space velocity 11,214
1 SCR hr-1) with natural gas-fired flue gas re-
heater(10 million Btu/hr heat input) and
natural gas-fired ammonia injector
dilution air heater (one million Btu/hr
heat input)install on IDS
Fabric filter with hydrated lime injection
2DS (ID No. 2DS; 30 dry pounds per hour
lime injection or higher as determined by
testing; 9,800 square feet of filter area or
Or
greater)
ES-9a Over-cladding Units-Cell 6,7,and Ammonia injected catalytic NO,,
CAM remaining Cell 5 units reduction system (ID No. 2SCR; space
2SCR velocity 11,214 hr-') with natural gas-
fired flue gas re-heater (10 million
Btu/hr heat input) and natural gas-fired
ammonia injector dilution air heater(one
million Btu/hr heat input) installed on
2DS
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Emission Source Emission Source Description Control Device Control Device Description
ID No. ID No.
Wet scrubber (a.k.a. Ceilcote; 11,000
acfm) consisting of a packed bed
countercurrent scrubber (120 to 220
gallons per minute caustic solution
ES-11 Chemical Room 1WS injection pH 8 or higher as determined
from source testing) installed on a
venture scrubber (7^o 150 gallons per
minute caustic solution injection pH 8 or
higher as defermine from source
testing)
Wet scrubber (a.k.a. Ceilcote; 11,000
ac -vsistin of a packed bed
co tercurfv4t s bber (120 to 220
1WS gallons per minute (caustic solution
injection pH 8 or higher as determined
from source testing) installed on a
enture scrubber (70 to 150 gallons per
OR ca stic solution injection pH 8 or
higher s determined from source
testing)
ES-18 SiCL4 storage room
Wet scrubber (a.k.a. Xerxes; 11,000
acfm) consisting of a packed bed
2 S countercurrent scrubber (120 to 220
gallons per minute caustic solution
injection pH 8 or higher as determined
from source testing) installed on a
venture scrubber (70 to 150 gallons per
minute caustic solution injection pH 8 or
higher as determined from source
testing)
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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 limitations, including the testing, monitoring, recordkeeping, and reporting
requirements as specified herein:
A. Chemical Vapor Deposition Units(ID No.ES-1) consisting of:
Cells 5, 6, and 7 with Wet Scrubber(ID No.3WS); and,
Chemical Vapor Deposition Process Hoods(ID No.ES-2);
Over-cladding Units (ID No.ES-9)consisting of:
Cells 4, and four cell 5 units venting to Hydrated Lime jec )Scrubber Fabric
Filter System (ID No. IDS),which vents to Selecfiv at 'c NOx Reduction System
(ID No. 1SCR)
Over-cladding Units (ID No. ES-9a) consisting of:
Cells 6, 7, and remaining cell 5 units venting to d Lime Injection Dry
Cydra
Scrubber Fabric Filter System (ID No. S), which ve Selective Catalytic NOx
Reduction System(ID No.2SCR), an
SiC14 Bulk Storage Room(ID No.ES-18)t t o Wet Scrubber(ID Nos. 1WS, 2WS.)
The following table provides a summaryof limits and standards or the emission source(s)described above:
Regulated Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
For process rates less than 30 t r hour:
r �1
.11�.67
Particulate Matter Wher 15A NCAC 2D.0515
is t e all able
' n rate in pounds per hour,
d
P ' the ro ss weight rate in tons per hour
Visible Emissi 20 percent opacity 15A NCAC 2D.0521
Haza s Air ee Section 2.2 A.Multiple Emissions Sources 15A NCAC 2Q.0317
Polluta s MACT Avoidance Condition
a .. ulat Matte
Nitro Oxides, Affected Sources—ES-1,ES-9,and ES-9a
Hazar ous Air Compliance Assurance Monitoring(CAM) 15A NCAC 2D .0614
Pollutants See Section 2.3
(HCL,C12,And HF)
Nitrogen Oxides Affected Sources-Cell 5,6,7,Equipment 15A NCAC 2Q.0317
See Section 2.2 C.Multiple Emissions Sources PSD Avoidance Condition
Toxic Air Pollutants C12i HCI,HF,NH3 15A NCAC 2D.1100
See Section 2.2 E.Multiple Emissions Sources
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1. 15A NCAC 2D.0515: PARTICULATES FROM MISCELLANEOUS INDUSTRIAL PROCESSES
Emissions of particulate matter from these source groups shall not exceed an allowable emission rate as calculated by
the following equation: [15A NCAC 2D.0515(a)]
E=4.1OxPo.67
Where; E=allowable emission rate in pounds per hour,and
P=process weight in tons per hour
Liquid and gaseous fuels and combustion air are not considered as part of the proce we, t.
a. Chemical Vapor Deposition Units(ID No.ES-1)and SiC14 Bulk Storage Room(ID No.ES-18)
Testing[15A NCAC 2D.2600]
i. If emissions testing is required, the testing shall be performed in acco an with GeneraAdition JJ. If the
results of this test are above the limit given in Section 2.1 A. bove, the Permittee hall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0515.
Monitoring[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
ii. Particulate matter emissions from the chemical vapor deposition units(ID No. )shall be controlled by the wet
scrubber systems (ID No. 3WS). To comply with the provisions of this Permit and ensure that optimum control
efficiency is maintained, the Permittee shall establish an inspection and maintenance schedule/checklist based on
manufacturer's recommendations. Additional , quarterly internal inspection shall be conducted on the wet
scrubbers by the Permittee to insure structurallkntegrity such hat optimum control efficiency is achieved. As a
minimum, the inspection and maintenance program shall i!cluinspection of spray nozzles, packing material,
chemical feed system,and the cleaninVcalibration 4*11 associated instrumentation.
iii. The Permittee shall ensure the proper perform_\nFe of each scrubber by monitoring the following operational
parameters each shift:
ID Nos.1WS and 2WS 14
(A) Recycle liquid flow rates(120 to 220 gallons er minute for the packed bed scrubber portion and 70 to 150
gallons per minute for the venturi scrubber portion),
(B) Liquid make-ujoPqw rates(4 to 14 gallons per minute each scrubber portion),
(C) pH of recirc tion nk scrubbing solution(pH 8 or higher as determined from source testing),and
(D) Pressure drop across the scrubber(0.5 to 4 inches of water for the packed bed scrubber portion and 8 to 14
inches of water for the venturi scrubber portion),
ID Nos.3WS,
(E) Recycle liquid flow rat greater than 90 gallons per minute),
(F) Liquid make-up flow rates(greater than 4 gallons per minute),
(G) pH of recirculation?ank scrubbing solution(pH 8 or higher as determined from source testing),and
(H) Pressure drop across the scrubber(10 to 15 inches of water).
iTh ermittee shall ensure that the process equipment in cell 4 is shutdown and the block valve is in place when
bulk bum storage(ID No.ES-18)emission are vented to the Xerxes scrubber(ID No.2WS).
V.. The Permi ee shall be deemed in non-compliance with 2.1 A.1. if records of the monitoring results are not
maintainE d.
Recordkeeving[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
vi. The results of inspection and maintenance shall be maintained in a logbook(written or electronic format) on-site
and made available to an authorized representative upon request. The logbook shall record the following each
shift:
(A) The date and time of each recorded action,
(B) The results of each inspection,
(C) The results of any maintenance performed on the scrubber system,
(D) Any variance from manufacturer's recommendations,if any,and corrections made,
(E) The recycle liquid flow rates,
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(F) Liquid make-up flow rates,
(G) pH of the scrubber solutions,and
(H) The pressure drop across the scrubbers.
vii. Documentation sufficient to demonstrate that the process equipment in cell 4 was shutdown and the block valve
was in place during periods when SiC14 bulk storage emissions (ID No. ES-18)were being vented to the Xerxes
scrubber(ID No.2WS).
Reporting[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
viii. The Permittee shall submit the results of any inspection, maintenance, or monitoring performed for each
scrubber/scrubber system within 30 days of a written request by the DAQ.
ix. 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 o eviations from
the requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
b. Chemical Vapor Deposition Process Hoods(ID No.ES-2)
Testing,Monitoring,Recordkeeping,and Reporting
No testing,monitoring,recordkeeping,or reporting is required for thi ource gro
c. Over-cladding Units(ID Nos.ES-9 and ES-9a)
Testing[I 5A NCAC 2D.2600]
i. If emissions testing is required, the testing shall e p o d in accordance with General Condition JJ. If the
results of this test are above the limit give ctio A. above, the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0515.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 22..0508(f)]
ii. The Permittee shall ensure the proper performance of the lime injection/fabric filter system(ID Nos. IDS,2DS)by
monitoring and recording the following opeNkng parameters at least once per shift:
A. Lime injection rate(minimum 30 dry poundfi per hour)and
B. Pressure drop across the fabric filter(0.1 to 9 i'1ches of water).
The above records shall-be maintained in a logbook(written or electronic format)on-site and made available to an
authorized represe ' e upon request. The Permittee shall be deemed in non-compliance with 2.1 A.1.if records
of the operatinggrame7ters areXt maintained.
iii. The Permittee shall perform inspections and maintenance of the fabric filters(ID Nos. IDS,2DS)as recommended
by the manufacturer. In addition to the manufacturer's inspection and maintenance recommendations,or if there is
no manufacturer's inspecti n d maintenance recommendations, as a minimum, the inspection and maintenance
requirement shMI h*lude th ollowing:
Am`thly visual inspection of the system ductwork and material collection unit for leaks;and
B. a ual for each
12 month period following the initial inspection) internal inspection of the bagfilter's
structural integrity.
Th ermittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 213.0515 if the ductwork and bagfilters are not
e d and maintained.
iv. Th esults of inspection and maintenance shall be maintained in a logbook(written or electronic format) on-site
and available to an authorized representative upon request. The logbook shall record the following:
A. The date and time of each recorded action;
B. The results of each inspection;
C. The results of any maintenance performed on the bagfilters;and
D. Any variance from manufacturer's recommendations,if any,and corrections made.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0515 if these records are not maintained.
Reporting[15ANCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
v. The Permittee shall submit the results of any inspection, maintenance, and monitoring performed on the fabric
filter and hydrated lime injection system within 30 days of a written request by the DAQ.
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vi. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of monitoring and recordkeeping activities postmarked on or before
January 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between July and December and July 30 of
each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between January and June. All instances of deviations from
the requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
2. 15A NCAC 2D.0521: CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
Visible emissions from theses source groups 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 p ent opacity. [15A
NCAC 2D.0521 (d)]
a. Chemical Vapor Deposition Units(ID No.ES-1)and Over-cladding Units(ID No. S 9a
Testing[15A NCAC 2D.2600]
i. If emissions testing is required, the testing shall be performed in accord ce 15 CAC 2D .2600 and
General Condition JJ. If the results of this test are above the limit give in ction 2. 2. e,the Permittee
shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0521.
Monitoring[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
ii. To assure compliance, once a week the Permittee shall observe the emis ' n points of this source for any visible
emissions above normal. The Permittee shall establish"normal"for the sour 'thin the first 30 days of start-up.
The weekly observation must be made for each week of the calendar year period to ensure compliance with this
requirement. If visible emissions from this source are observed to be above normal,the Permittee shall either:
A. Take appropriate action to correct the above-normal emislsions within the monitoring period and record the
action taken as provided in the recordkeeping requirement below,or
B. Demonstrate that the percent opacity from the emission�oof the emission source in accordance with 15A
NCAC 2D.0501(c)(8)is below tV limit given in Section 2.1 A.2.above.
If the above-normal emissions are t corrected per(i)above or if the demonstration in(ii)above cannot be made,
the Permittee shall be deemed t in oncomplian4vith 15A NCAC 2D.0521.
Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
iii. The results of the monitoring shall be maintained in a logbook (written or electronic format) on-site and made
available to an authorized representative upon request. The logbook shall record the following:
A. The date and time or each recorded action;
B. The results of each observatio nd/or test noting those sources with emissions that were observed to be in
noncompliance along With%any Forrective actions taken to reduce visible emissions;and
C. The results of any corr ct' e actions performed.
The Permittee shall be deetrin noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0521 if these records are not maintained.
Reporting[15A NCA(�2Q.0508(f)]
The Permittee shall submit 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, for each day of operation. The summary report shall consist of the
following.
A. I'Vances when visible emissions exceeded normal operating conditions and an explanation of each instance.
The explanation should include any corrective actions taken to reduce visible emissions to normal.
B. A statement that the required monitoring was or was not performed each day of operation. If required
monitoring was not performed each day of operation, the summary report shall specify the dates and an
explanation why the monitoring was not performed.
b. Chemical Vapor Deposition Process Hoods Units(ID No.ES-2)
Monitoring,Recordkeeping,and Reporting
No monitoring,recordkeeping,or reporting is required for this source group.
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B. Chemical Vapor Deposition Process Hoods(ID No.ES-2), and
Over-cladding Units (ID No.ES-9)consisting of:
Cells 4, and some cell 5 units venting to Hydrated Lime Injection Dry Scrubber Fabric
Filter System(ID No. 1DS),which vents to Selective Catalytic NOx Reduction System(ID
No. 1SCR)
Over-cladding Units (ID No.ES-9a) consisting of:
Cells 6, 7, and remaining cell 5 units venting to Hydrated Lime Injection Dry Scrubber
Fabric Filter System (ID No. 2DS), which vents to Selective Catalytic NOx Reduction
System(ID No.2SCR)
The following table provides a summary of limits and standards for the emission source described above:
Regulated Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Sulfur Dioxide 2.3 pounds per million Btu heat input 15A NCAC 2D .0516
1. 15A NCAC 2D.0516: SULFUR DIOXIDE EMISSIONS FROM COKpds
IONIJ ES
a. Emissions of sulfur dioxide from these source groups shall not exceed Jemllion Btu heat input. Sulfur
dioxide formed by the combustion of sulfur in fuels, wastes, ores, and otherances shall be included when
determining compliance with this standard. [15A NCAC 2D.0516]
Testing[15A NCAC 2D.2600]
b. If emissions testing is required, the testing shal be erformed in ccordance with 15A NCAC 2D .2600 and General
Condition JJ found in Section 3. If the result thi est are a ve the limit given in Section 2.1 B. 1. a. above,the
Pemuttee shall be deemed in noncomplianc th 1 C 2D 0516.
Monitorina,Recordkeepina,and Re ortin R uir is
c. No monitoring,recordkeeping or reporting is requir f these sources.
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2.2 - Multiple Emission Source(s) Specific Limitations and Conditions
A. All Emission Sources
1. 15A NCAC 2Q .0317: MACT AVOIDANCE CONDITIONS — LIMITATION TO AVOID BEING MAJOR
FOR HAZARDOUS AIR POLLUTANTS
a. In order to remain classified a minor source for hazardous air pollutants and avoid applicability of this regulation,
facility-wide emissions,including those emissions from the cable manufacturing facility,shall b less than:
i. 10 tons per consecutive 12-month period of each hazardous air pollutant,and
ii. 25 tons per consecutive 12-month period of all hazardous air pollutants combined.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with this condition and 2D .1111if th e 'ons exceed this
limit.
Control Requirements
b. Gaseous emissions from the chemical vapor deposition(CVD)process lathes( o. E 1),gas cabinets(ID No.ES-
4),chemical room(ID No.ES-11),collapse process furnaces(ID No.ES- n e SiCl4 bulk storage room(ID No.
ES-18)shall be controlled by one of the following wet scrubber systems:
i. ID No.1WS-Packed-bed wet scrubber installed on a venturi scrubbe
ii. ID No.2WS-Packed-bed wet scrubber installed on a venturi scrubber;
iii. ID No.3WS-Venturi scrubber;
The Permittee shall be deemed in non-compliance with CAC 2D .1111 if hazardous air pollutants from the
emission sources are not controlled as provided above.
c. Emissions from the over-cladding processes (ID Nos ES- and E 9a) shall be controlled by three fabric filter
systems with hydrated lime injection(ID Nos.1DS,2DS). The Permitte hall be deemed in non-compliance with 15A
NCAC 2D.I 111 if hazardous air pollutants fro>�thf�se emission sources not controlled as provided above.
Monitoring and Recordkeepine Reguiremb_` v
d. Process throughput and actual material usage shams ecorded monthly. The Permittee shall be deemed in non-
compliance with 15A NCAC 2D.1111 if these records are t created and maintained.
e. Each month, the Permittee shall calculate individualAd combined HAP emissions (facility-wide) for the previous
calendar month and the previous consecutive 12-rripnth period using actual production data, as recorded above, and
assumed or tested emission rates and/or control efficiencies, as appropriate. The Permittee shall be deemed in non
compliance with 15A NCAC 2D .1111 if these calculations are not maintained on record or if the 12-month rolling
emissions totals ed e limits in Section 2.2 A.1.of this permit.
Reporting Requirements
f. Submit a semiannual sum
port, acceptable to the Regional Air Quality Supervisor, of monitoring and
recordkeeping activities postmar ed 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
J he report shall contain the following:
.�n 7,dua
l Va� otal,
tal,combined HAP emissions for each of the previous 17 calendar months;and,
ii. 1 combined HAP emissions for each consecutive 12-month period ending in the previous six
m ths.
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B. Chemical Vapor Deposition Process Hoods(ID No.ES-2); and,
Over-cladding Units (ID No.ES 9,excluding cell 5 units).
Two 8.76 million Btu per hour heat input natural gas-fired boilers (insignificant sources)
Insignificant Sources (0.75 million Btu per hour hot water boilers, sludge dryer, emergency
fire pump, emergency generator, parts washer, two 0.129 million Btu per hour boilers and
air handling units)
The following provides a summary of limits and/or standards for the emission sources described above.
Regulated Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Nitrogen Oxides Total emissions of nitrogen oxides shall be less than 250 15A NCAC 2Q .0317
tons per consecutive 12-month period. PSD Avoidance
1. 15A NCAC 2Q .0317: AVOIDANCE CONDITIONS for 15A NCA 053 PREVENTION OF
SIGNIFICANT DETERIORATION
a. Total emissions of nitrogen oxides from equipment in Cells 1,2,3,and 4 d two boi s shall a less than 250 tons per
consecutive 12-month period. The Permittee shall be deemed in nonco liance with CAC 2D .0530 if NOx
emissions exceed this limit.
Control Requirements
b. To ensure compliance with the above emissions limits,n enoxides from Over-cladding Units contained in Cells 4
(ID No.ES-9,excluding cell 5 units)shall be controlled by:
i. A fabric filter with hydrated lime injection(ID to.1DS),or
ii. A fabric filter with hydrated lime injectioWOD . 1DS)in se 'th a selective catalytic NOx reduction system
(ID No.ISCR).
The Permittee shall be deemed in nonco ph, with 15A NCX 2D .0530 if NOx emissions from these sources are
not controlled as provided above.
Testing Requirements � �y
c. Chemical Vapor Deposition hl'bcesss .
i. Uncontrolled NOx emissions from an individual chemical vapor deposition hood(ID No.ES 2) shall be tested to
determine an emission rate in poun�t of NOx per unit-hour to be used in demonstrating compliance with the PSD
avoidance conditions for the existing and modified facility(2.2 B.1.and 2.2 C.1.).
ii. Uncontrolled CVD process hood emission rates must be revalidated annually by May 30 of each calendar year.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0530 if uncontrolled NOx emissions from these
sources ar
,jkpt tested and validat#as provided above.
d. Over-cla ding Units
i. Uncontrolled NOx emissions from individual small and large torch Over-cladding Units (Cells 4; ID No. ES-9)
shall be tested to determine emission rates in pounds of NOx per unit-hour to be used in demonstrating compliance
with the PSD avoidance condition.
n. Uncontrolled over-cladding emission rates must be revalidated annually by May 30 of each calendar year.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0530 if uncontrolled NOx emissions from these
sources are not tested and validated as provided above.
e. Dry Scruble'r S.st�(Lime Injection and Fabric Filter)
i. NOx emissions from Over-cladding Units(Cells 4;ID No.ES-9)shall be tested prior to and after the dry scrubber
control(ID No. 1DS)to determine the dry scrubber control efficiency used in demonstrating compliance with the
PSD avoidance condition.
ii. Control efficiency of the dry scrubber system (lime injection and fabric filter) must be revalidated annually and
each time the type of filter material is changed unless the Permittee assumes no fabric filter control for the purposes
of compliance demonstration until further DAQ approved testing is conducted.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0530 if NOx emissions from these sources
are not tested and validated as provided above.
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f. SCR System
i. NOx emissions from Over-cladding Units(Cells 4;ID No.ES-9)shall be tested prior to and after the SCR control
(ID No. 1SCR) to validate the data generated by the continuous NO and NO2 emission analyzers. The control
efficiency calculated from the test and the analyzers at the time of the test shall be within 5% to validate the
analyzers.
ii. Initial validation test results for SCR control efficiency must be submitted to the Regional Supervisor,DAQ,within
120 days(or alternate date approved by DAQ)of SCR(ID No.1SCR)startup.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0530 if NOx emissions from these sources
are not tested as provided above.
g. General
i. TESTING PROTOCOL-At least 45 days prior to performing any required emissions to 'ng, a Permittee must
submit a written testing protocol to the Regional Supervisor,DAQ for review and approva. testing protocols
must be approved by the DAQ prior to performing such tests.
ii. To afford the Regional Supervisor,DAQ,the opportunity to have an observer pre ent,the ermittee r
provide
a written notice to the regional office at least 30 days prior to the required pe ance tests.
iii. The source shall be responsible for ensuring,within the limits of practicali that the equipment or process being
tested is operated at or near its maximum normal production rate,or at ess rate if approved by the DAQ in the
testing protocol.
iv. All associated testing costs are the responsibility of the Permittee.
Monitorineand Recordkeeuinu Requirements
h. Continuous NO and NO2 emission analyzers shall be installe Kstream and down of the SCR(ID No.1SCR)to
monitor emissions from the Over-cladding Units (ID . ES- ) venting to and from the selective catalytic NOx
reduction system(ID No.1SCR).
i. Analyzers shall be calibrated daily.
ii. Measurements of NO and NO2 shall be recgrde after calibra' n a e inlet and outlet monitors.
iii. NO and NO2 concentrations at the inlet shall b ummed d and NO2 concentrations at the outlet shall be
summed for the determination of a daily c of efficiency.
The Pernttee shall be deemed in non pli ce:ont� C 2D .0530 if NOx emissions are not monitored as
provided above.
i. Calculation of monthly NOx emissions shi&be made at the end of each month. Facility-wide NOx emissions shall be
determined by adding emissions from the tw insignificant sources using AP-42 emission factors,the chemical vapor
deposition process hoods in Cells 4 (ID No.V-2),and the Over-cladding Units in Cells 4(ID No.ES 9)including dry
scrubber NOx control ficicncy, 'f applicable,.and the SCR control efficiency for periods when the SCR system was
used. Calculation of x emission ingdata from the latter two source groups(ID Nos.ES-2 and ES 9)shall be
performed as follows:
i. NOx emission from roc ods shall be determined by multiplying operating hours for CVD units during
the month by th ounds per unit-hour determined from source testing. Calculations shall be performed
usin the hi h o he foll ng values:
A�l .41tounds Ox per unit-hour;or,
B�k.2
y gher emis ' rate demonstrated by a stack test.
ssions from Over-cladding Units in Cells 4 (ID No.ES-9) shall be determined by multiplying operating
each over-cladding unit group type by the pounds of NOx per unit-hour determined from source testing.
ber of operating hours for small and large torch groups shall be a separate record. Emissions of NOx shall
ated using the uncontrolled emission rate demonstrated in the most recent stack test, as provided in
B.1 d.
iii. Inclusion of Dry Scrubber Emissions Reductions
A. Calculation of NOx emissions may include Dry Scrubber emissions reductions using the control efficiency of
the fabric filter measured during source testing for the type of filter employed at the time of testing.
B. The control efficiency for the dry scrubber determined by DAQ-approved testing is valid if:
1. The NOx uncontrolled loading rate to the fabric filter which occurred during the test increases by no more
than 25 percent,and
2. The lime injection rate is at or above the injection rate measured and recorded during the performance
test.
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iv. Inclusion of SCR Emissions Reductions
A. Calculation of NOx emissions may include SCR emissions reductions during SCR operating periods. The
daily control efficiency determined in accordance with 2.2 B.1.c.i.C. shall be used to reduce the amount of
uncontrolled emissions calculated per 2.2 B.1.c.ii.B.on a daily basis.
1. If a daily measurement is not available during a period that the SCR is operational, the last available
measurement shall be used in place of the missing data provided that the missing data does not exceed
more than 25%of the data for any one-month period.
2. If a daily measurement is not available during a period that the SCR is operational, and the missing data
exceeds more than 25%of the data for any one-month period,no control efficiency shall be assumed for
that day.
3. Inspection and Maintenance Requirements-To comply with the provisions of t ' pe it and ensure that
emissions do not exceed the regulatory limits,the Permittee shall establish an in nd maintenance
(I&M) schedule/checklist for the SCR based on manufacturer's recommendatio S. A minimum, the
I&M program will include an annual inspection of the burners, catalyst, th�atalyst ing, and
associated ducting to ensure structural integrity. �
Operating hours for the SCR, Over-cladding Units, SCR control efficiency calculations, NOx emission calculations,
inspection/calibration/maintenance of the NOx analyzers,inspection and ma' ena ce of the SCR, the total monthly
amount of NOx emissions must be recorded in an emissions log. The Perrin e ha make the log vailable to officials
of the DAQ upon request. The emissions log must be kept on file for a minimum of earl The Permittee shall be
deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0530 if records are not maintained
Reporting Requirements
j. Submit a semiannual summary report, acceptable to th^ional Air Quality Supervisor, of monitoring and
recordkeeping activities postmarked on or before January 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period
between July and December,and July 30 of each calendar year for the p ceding six-month period between January and
June. The report shall contain the following:
i. Monthly NOx emissions for each of the previous 17�calendamo s;and,
ii. 12-month rolling NOx emissions for ejch cons uttth period ending in the previous six months.
\\
C. Cells 5, 6, and 7 Equipment consisting of.
Chemical Vapor Deposition Process Hoods(ID No.ES-2); and,
Over-cladding UW o.ES 9a and cell 5 units in ES-9).
Two 8.0 million Btu per hou eat input natural gas-fired boilers;
Two 10.0 million to per hour SCR flue gas re-heaters; and,
Two 1.0 milliou per hour SCI2 ammonia injector dilution air heaters.
The following rovicks a summary of limits ankor standards for the emission sources described above.
Regulated Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Nitrogen Oxides Total emissions of nitrogen oxides shall be less than 250 15A NCAC 2Q.0317
tons per consecutive 12-month period. PSD Avoidance
1. 15A,NCA .0317: AVOIDANCE CONDITIONS for 15A NCAC 2D. 0530: PREVENTION OF
SIGNIFICANT DETERIORATION
a. The nitrogen oxides emissions increase due to equipment operation shall be less than 250 tons per consecutive 12-
month period. The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0530 if NOx emissions exceed
this limit.
Control Requirements
b. To ensure compliance with the above emissions limits,nitrogen oxides from Over-cladding Units contained in Cells 5,
6,and 7 shall be controlled by:
i. A fabric filter with hydrated lime injection(ID No.2DS),or
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ii. A fabric filter with hydrated lime injection(ID No.2DS)in series with a selective catalytic NOx reduction system
(ID No.2SCR).
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0530 if NOx emissions are not controlled as
provided above.
Testing Requirements
c. New Technology Over-cladding Units
i. NOx uncontrolled emissions from individual new technology torch Over-cladding Units(Cells 5,6,and 7,ES-9a)
shall be tested to determine emission rates in pounds of NOx per unit-hour to be used in demonstrating compliance
with the PSD avoidance condition.
ii. The test results must be submitted to the Regional Supervisor within 120 days (or alt at date approved by
DAQ)from the commencement of operation of the Over-cladding Unit(ID No.9a).
iii. Uncontrolled over-cladding emission rates must be revalidated annually.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0530 if NOx sions om the ces are
not tested and validated as provided above.
d. Dry Scrubber System(Lime Injection and Fabric Filter)
i. NOx emissions from Over-cladding Units(Cells 5,6,7;ID No.ES-9a rio to and a r th scrubber control
(ID Nos.2DS)shall be tested to determine dry scrubber control effic ncy b sed in monstrating compliance
with the PSD avoidance condition.
ii. The test results must be submitted to the Regional Supervisor wi ' 120 days (or a ternate date approved by
DAQ)from the commencement of operation of the Over-cladding Unit(I o.9a
iii. Control efficiency of the dry scrubber system(lime injection and fabric filte st be revalidated annually and
each time the type of filter material is changed unless the Permittee assumes no fabric filter control for the purposes
of compliance demonstration until further DAQ approved testing is conducted.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCA 0530 if NOx emissions from these sources
are not tested and validated as provided ab
e. SCR Syste K
i. NOx emissions from Over-cladding Units(Cells 5,6,7; ID No.ES-9a) shall be tested prior to and after the SCR
controls (ID Nos. 2SCR)to validate the data generated by the continuous NO and NO2 emission analyzers. The
control efficiency calculated from the test and the analyzers at the time of the test shall be within 5%to validate the
analyzers. 11
ii. Initial validation test results for SCR control efficiency must be submitted to the Regional Supervisor,within 120
days(or alternate date approved by DAQ)of SCR(ID Nos.2SCR)startup.
The Permittee shall be eemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 213 .0530 if NOx emissions from these sources
are not tested as vide abovb.
f. General i. TESTINC�OTO
eC - t 1 t�5y
days prior to performing any required emissions testing,the Permittee must
submit a written tsting p o to the Regional Supervisor,DAQ for review and approval. All testing protocols
must be approved b�the D prior to performing such tests.
ii. To afford the Reg al Supervisor,DAQ,the opportunity to have an observer present,the Permittee shall provide
a written notic �ohq
gional office at least 30 days prior to the required performance tests.
NOTIFICATIOQUIREMENT-the Permittee shall notify the Regional Supervisor in writing within 15 days
of commencemf construction.
iv. e source shall be responsible for ensuring,within the limits of practicality,that the equipment or process being
test is operated at or near its maximum normal production rate,or at a lesser rate if approved by the DAQ in the
testin rotocol.
v. All associated testing costs are the responsibility of the Permittee.
Monitoring and Recordkeeping Requirements
g. Continuous NO and NO2 emission analyzers shall be installed upstream and downstream of each SCR(ID Nos.2SCR)
to monitor emissions from the Over-cladding Units (ID No. ES-9a)venting to and from each selective catalytic NOx
reduction system(ID Nos.2SCR).
i. Analyzers shall be calibrated daily.
ii. Measurements of NO and NO2 shall be recorded after calibration at the inlet and outlet monitors.
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iii. NO and NO2 concentrations at the inlet shall be summed and NO and NO2 concentrations at the outlet shall be
summed for the determination of a daily control efficiency.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0530 if NOx emissions are not monitored as
provided above.
h. Calculation of monthly NOx emissions shall be made at the end of each month. Monthly NOx emissions shall be
determined by adding calculated emissions from the chemical vapor deposition process hoods(ID No.ES-2),the Over-
cladding Units(ID No.ES-9a)in Cells 5,6,and 7 including dry scrubber NOx control efficiency,if applicable,and the
SCR control efficiency for periods when the selective catalytic NOx reduction system was used, four boilers(two 8.0
million Btu per hour heat input),two SCR flue gas re-heaters(each 10.0 million Btu per hour heaput),and two SCR
ammonia injector dilution air heaters(each 1.0 million Btu per hour heat input)as follows:
i. NOx emission from CVD process hoods (ID No. ES 2) shall be determined by multip rating hours for
CVD units during the month by the pounds of NOx per unit-hour determined fro )- emissio
estin equired by 2.2
B.Lb.
ii. NOx emissions from boilers and SCR heaters shall be determined using curr;PA actors and
actual heat input rates.
iii. Uncontrolled NOx emission from Over-cladding Units (ID No. ES 9a)%hall be deter by multiplying
operating hours for Over-cladding Units by the uncontrolled pounds of NOx pe unit-hour determined from source
testing.
iv. Inclusion of Dry Scrubber Emissions Reductions
A. Calculation of NOx emissions may include dry scrubber emission ducti s using the control efficiency
measured during source testing for the type of filter em�oyed at the time ling.
B. The control efficiency for the dry scrubber determined,l Nj DAQ approved testing is valid:
1. If the NOx uncontrolled loading rate to the fabric filter which occurred during the testing required by
2.2.C.l.b is exceeded by no more th percen�,anti`
2. The lime injection rate is at or abov e injection rate sured and recorded during the performance
testing required by 2.2.C.1.b.
v. Inclusion of SCR Emissions Reductions
A. Calculation of NOx emissions may ' e R ons reductions during SCR operating periods. The
daily control efficiency determined in or with 2.2 C.l.c.i.(C) shall be used to reduce the amount of
uncontrolled emissions calculated per 2.2 c.ii. C)on a daily basis.
1. If a daily measurement is not available curing a period that the SCR is operational, the last available
measurement shall be used in place of the missing data provided that the missing data does not exceed
more than 25%of the data for any one-month period.
2. If a da' easreme is not available during a period that the SCR is operational,and the missing data
exceeds e n 25% e data for any one-month period,no control efficiency shall be assumed for
day`.
vi. Inspectio nd Mainten a quirements - To comply with the provisions of this permit and ensure that
emissions do not e eed th egulatory limits,the Permittee shall establish an inspection and maintenance(I&M)
schedule/checklist fpr the SCRs based on manufacturer's recommendations. As a minimum,the I&M program will
include an annual mseection of the burners, catalyst, the catalyst housing, and associated ducting to ensure
structural integrity.
_11111raring hours for the SCR, Over-cladding Units, SCR control efficiency calculations, NOx emission calculations,
insp n/calibration/maintenance of the NOx analyzers, inspection and maintenance of the SCRs, and the total
monthl ount of NOx emissions must be recorded in an emissions log.The Permittee shall make the log available to
officials o e DAQ upon request. The emissions log must be kept on file for a minimum of five years. The Permittee
shall be deemed in non-compliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0530 if records are not maintained.
Reporting Requirements
i. Submit a semiannual summary report, acceptable to the Regional Air Quality Supervisor, of monitoring and
recordkeeping activities postmarked on or before January 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period
between July and December,and July 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between January and
June. The report shall contain the following:
i. Monthly NOx emissions for each of the previous 17 calendar months;and,
ii. 12-month rolling NOx emissions for each consecutive 12-month period ending in the previous six months.
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E. Chemical Vapor Deposition Units(ID No.ES-1),
Gas Cabinets (ID No.ES-4), and Collapse Furnaces (ID No. ES-14) consisting of:
Cells 5, 6, and 7 with Wet Scrubber(ID No.3WS); and,
Over-cladding Units (ID No.ES-9)consisting of:
Cells 4, and some cell 5 units venting to Hydrated Lime Injection Dry Scrubber Fabric
Filter System (ID No. 1DS) that vents to a Selective Catalytic NOx Reduction System(ID
No. 1SCR).
Over-cladding Units (ID No.ES-9a) consisting of:
Cells 6, 7, and remaining cell 5 units venting to Hydrated Lime Injectiot Dry Scrubber
Fabric Filter System (ID No. 2DS) that vents to a Selective Catal x Reduction
System(ID No.2SCR); and,
Chemical Room(ID No.ES-11)with Wet Scrubber System(ID Nos. Q
nd,SiC14 Storage Room(ID No. 18)with Wet Scrubber System(ID�1WS).
The following provides a summary of limits and/or standards for the emission sources desg&ed&bove.
Regulated Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
STATE-ONLY REQUIREMENT
Emissions of HCI,C12,HF,and NH3 must be emitted at or
below the emission rates tabulated in the next table in
order to comply with the following acceptable ambient
levels.
Toxic Air Pollutants HCI: 0.7 milligrams/cu%mer
r
15A NCAC 2D.1100
C12: 0.9 milligrams/c0.0375 41ligram -24 hr
HF: 0. 'lligrams/cubic m**- lhr
3 milll grams/cubic meter-24 hr
NH3-2.7 milligrams/cubic meter- l hr
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STATE-ONLY REOUIREMENT
1. 2D.1100"CONTROL OF TOXIC AIR POLLUTANTS"
Emission Limits and Control Requirements
Affected Sources Pollutant Emission Limit
EP-1: Wet Scrubber(ID No. 1WS) Hydrogen Chloride 0.309 lb/hr
Ceilcote Chlorine 1.16 lb/hr;and,27.84 lb/day
Chemical Room(ID No.ES-11)
SiC14 Bulk Storage Room(ID No.ES-18) Hydrogen Fluoride 0.041 lb/hr nd, 984 lb/day
Hydrogen Chloride 0.145 lb/hr
EP-2:Wet Scrubber(ID No.2WS)
Xerxes Chlorine b d, 13.08 b/day
SiC14 Storage Room(ID No.ES-18)
Hydrogen Fluorid 0191b an .0456 lb/day
EP-11: Wet Scrubber#1 (ID No.3WS)
Hydrogen Chloride 9.063 lb/hr
Envirocare#1
Includes emission from: chlorine lb/hr;and, 133.97 lb/day
Cells 5,6,and 7 CVD(ID Nos.ES-1)
Cells 5,6,and 7 GC(ID No.ES-4), Hydroge Fluoride 1.192 lb/hr;and,28.61 lb/day
Cells 5,6 and 7 CF(ID No.ES-14)
EP-18: dry scrubber(ID No. IDS)or 40
EP-21: SCR(ID No.ISCR) 1%drogen luoride 4.483 lb/hr; and, 107.59 lb/day
Cells 4,and some cell 5 OC units(ID No. -
EP-19: dry scrubber#1 (ID No.2DS)o
EP-21: SCR(ID No.2SCR) Hydrogen Fluoride 3.202 lb/hr; and,76.85 lb/day
Cells 6,7,and remaining ceel uni
ID No.ES-9a
EP-21 combined stack for SCRs Ammonia 1.584 lb/hr per SCR
a. Emissio&0 the processes will be controlled by three scrubber systems(ID Nos.1WS,2WS,and 3WS).
b. EmissioXfimjtectiZ(
e ding Units(ID Nos.ES-9 and ES-9a) shall be controlled by two fabric filters each with
hydrated Nos.1DS,and 2DS.)
Monitoring,Recor keeping and Reporting
b. Monito g, recordkeeping, and reporting pertain to inspection and maintenance of control devices and parametric
monitonnV ensure control efficiencies. These are addressed above in 2.1 A.l.a.ii-ix.and 2.1 A.l.c.ii-vi.
c. Continuous emission analyzers for ammonia emissions from the selective catalytic NOx reduction systems (ID Nos.
1SCR and 2SCR) shall be inspected and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. As a
minimum,the instruments shall be calibrated daily. Records of calibrations,inspections,and maintenance shall be kept
in a logbook and maintained on site. Records shall be made available to the DAQ personnel upon request. All required
records on file for a minimum of two years.
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2.3 - Compliance Assurance Monitoring (CAM; 40 CFR Part 64)
A. One Venturi Scrubber(ID No.3WS)
1. 15A NCAC 2D.0614:Continuous Assurance Monitoring for venturi scrubber(ID No.3WS)
a. The Permittee shall ensure that S02 and HF emitted from the chemical vapor deposition units (ID No. ES-1) is
controlled by venturi scrubber(ID No.3WS)by monitoring the following operating parameters:
i. Pressure drop across the scrubber,and
ii. Scrubber water flow rate.
Ted
b. None.
Monitoring Approach -The key elements of the monitoring approach are pres in the following table.
c. Pressure drop across the scrubber and water flow rate. r- A
Indicator#1 Indicator#2
Pressure drop across the scrubber. Scrubber water flow rate.
pH of scrubber* l .
Measurement Pressure drop across the scrubber will be Amoupt of Icaustic solution will be
Approach monitored with a differential ensure monitOINW10 well as pH of caustic
gauge. solution.
An excursion is defined "k an y excursion is defined as a flow rate
Indicator Range average differential pressure(DP)less an ading less than 90 gallons per minute
10 inches of water pressure drop or mo (GPM) or pH of less than 8 (or as
than 15 inches ofALater p ss drop. determined by future test data)
The QI threshold is an excursion The QIP threshold is an excursion
occurring at any time if thj$btal duration occurring at any time if the total duration
of the excursions is greater than 5% of the of the excursions is greater than 5% of the
QIP Threshold tal scrub er operating time during the total scrubber operating time during the
re rting erio . excursion triggers an reporting period. An excursion triggers an
in ection, corrective action, and a inspection, corrective action, and a
n eq ement. reporting requirement.
Performanc rite Diffe 1 pressure taps are located at the The flow meter can be installed at any
Data scrubber's inlet and outlet at the venturi point on the water line since the flow will
Represent 've ss Vion of the scrubber. be consistent throughout this line.
V ficati of Pressure drop within the Indicator Range Flow rate above the Indicator Range
Operational Statu indicates normal operation of the scrubber. indicates normal operation of the scrubber.
Daily zero checks to verify gauge
QA/QC PraXes andoperability. The pressure gauge is
calibrated monthly using a second gauge The flow meter is calibrated annually
Criteria based on manufacturer's instructions.
and the gauge is replaced when the
difference exceeds 5%.
Measured every 24-hour period.
Monitoring Frequency Measured every 24 hour period Ph Measured continuously and recorded
manually.
Data Collection Manually,once per day. Manually,once per day.
Procedure
Averaging Period 24 hour 24 hour
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Recordkeepin2 and Reporting
d. The Permittee must maintain the following records on a monthly basis in accordance with the requirements of 40 CFR
64:
i. Records specified in 40 CFR 64 of all measurements of operating parameters including:
(a) Date and time of any corrective action taken.
e. Semi annual compliance reports must cover the semiannual reporting period from January 30 through June 30 and the
semiannual reporting period from July 1 through December 31. Each compliance report must be postmarked or
delivered no later than July 30 or January 30, whichever date is the first date following the end of the semiannual
reporting period.The compliance report must contain the following information:
i. Company name and address,
ii. A statement by a responsible official with that official's name, title, and signature, certifying e accuracy of the
content of the report,
iii. The date of report and beginning and ending dates of the reporting period,
iv. A statement that there were no excursion outside of the allowable operating metel limits during reporting
period (as applicable), and that no continuous parametric monitoring syst ( ) was inoperative, inactive,
malfunctioning out-of-control,repaired, or adjusted. Or for each excee c of an allowable operating parameter
that occurs,the compliance report must contain:
(a) The total operating time of the source during the reporting perio
(b) Information on the number,duration,and cause of exceedances(' luding Jo cause),if applicable,and
the corrective action taken and
(c) Information on the number, duration, and cause for CPMS downtime incidents, if applicable, other than
downtime associated with zero and span and other daiNalibration checks.
B. One Fabric Filter With Hydrated Lime ction (ID►N 1DS)
1. 15A NCAC 2D .0614: Continuous Assura o 'toring for fa filter with hydrated lime injection(ID No.
IDS)
a. The Permittee shall ensure that PM and HF� ' e� the Over-cladding Units (ID No. ES-9) is controlled by a
fabric filter(ID No.1DS)by monitoring the follmow ng oper ring parameters:
i. Pressure drop across the f filter,and
ii. Lime injection rate.
Testing -
01
b. None.
Monitoring Approach -The key el ents of the monitoring approach are presented in the following table.
c. Pressure drop across the scrubber and water flow rate.
Indicator#1 Indicator#2
ssure drop across the fabric filter. Lime injection rate.
Measurement Pressure drop across the fabric filter will be Amount of lime will be monitored using
Approach monitored with a differential pressure gauge. batch hopper.
An excursion is defined as an hourly average
differential pressure(DP)less than 0.1 inches An excursion is defined as an injection
Indicator Range rate reading less than 30 pounds per
of water pressure drop or more than 9 inches
hour.
of water pressure drop.
The QIP threshold is an excursion occurring The QIP threshold is an excursion
at any time if the total duration of the occurring at any time if the total
excursions is greater than 5% of the total duration of the excursions is greater than
QIP Threshold fabric filter operating time during the 5/o of the total scrubber operating time
reporting period. An excursion triggers an during the reporting period. An
inspection, corrective action, and a reporting excursion triggers an inspection,
corrective action, and a reporting
requirement. requirement.
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Performance Criteria: Differential pressure taps are located at the The injection rate can be is set to feed
Data fabric filter inlet and outlet. 30 dry pounds per hour and is verified
Representativeness once per 24-hour period.
Verification of Pressure drop within the Indicator Range Flow rate above the Indicator Range
Operational Status indicates normal operation of the fabric filter. indicates normal operation of the lime
injection system.
Daily zero checks to verify gauge operability.
QA/QC Practices and The pressure gauge is calibrated monthly The flow meter is calibrated annually
Criteria using a second gauge and the gauge is based on manufacturer's instructions.
replaced when the difference exceeds 5%.
Monitoring Frequency Continuous Measured every 24 hour eriod
Data Collection Manually,once per day. Manually,le per day.
Procedure
Averaging Period N/A 24 hour
Recordkeegin2 and Reporting `
d. The Permittee must maintain the following records on a monthly basis in accordanc with th reaq/rements of 40 CFR
64:
i. Records specified in 40 CFR 64 of all measurements of operating parameters incluilin .
(a) Date and time of any corrective action taken. Nlw
e. Semi annual compliance reports must cover the semiannual reporting period frJanuary 30 through June 30 and the
semiannual reporting period from July 1 through December 31. Each compliance report must be postmarked or
delivered no later than July 30 or January 30, whichever date-is the first date following the end of the semiannual
reporting period.The compliance report must contain the following information:
i. Company name and address,
ii. A statement by a responsible official witbkat official's name, ' , and signature, certifying the accuracy of the
content of the report, ``N,
iii. The date of report and beginning and riding dated of the reporting period,
iv. A statement that there were no excursion outsi*cl�of the allowable operating parameter limits during the reporting
period (as applicable), and that no continuous param&c monitoring system (CPMS) was inoperative, inactive,
malfunctioning,out-of-control,repaired, or adjus . Or for each exceedance of an allowable operating parameter
that occurs,the compliance report must contain::
(a) The total operag time of th sourc unng the reporting period,
(b) Information on the number,dura d cause of exceedances(including unknown cause),if applicable,and
the corrective action taken and
(c) Information on the number, Vation, and cause for CPMS downtime incidents, if applicable, other than
downtime associated with zero and span and other daily calibration checks,
C. One Fa ric Filte ith Hydrated Lime Injection (ID No. 2DS)
1. A N C 61 Continuous Assurance Monitoring for fabric filter with hydrated lime injection
( No. Di
a. The Pe 'ttee s all ensure that PM and HF emitted from the Over-cladding Units (ID No.ES-9a) is controlled by a
fabric filte No.2DS)by monitoring the following operating parameters:
i Pressure drop across the fabric filter,and
ii. Lime injection rate.
Testin
b. None.
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Monitoring Approach-The key elements of the monitoring approach are presented in the following table.
c. Pressure drop across the scrubber and water flow rate.
Indicator#1 Indicator#2
Pressure drop across the fabric filter. Lime injection rate.
Measurement Pressure drop across the fabric filter will be Amount of lime will be monitored
Approach monitored with a differential pressure gauge. using batch hopper.
An excursion is defined as an hourly average
differential pressure (DP) less than 0.1 inches An excursion is deft ed as an injection
Indicator Range of water pressure drop or more than 9 inches of rate reading less t 30 pounds per
hour.
water pressure drop.
The QIP thresh Id is excursion
The QIP threshold is an excursion occurring at occurring at any time i total
any time if the total duration of the excursions dur of the excursions s greater
QIP Threshold is greater than 5% of the total scrubber than 5%of the total scrubber operating
operating time during the reporting period. An time during the repoiOng period. An
excursion triggers an inspection, correctiv( excursion triggers an inspection,
action,and a reporting requirement. corrective �n, and a reporting
requirem t.
Performance Criteria: Differential pressure taps are loc ted at the The injOunds
on rate can be is set to feed
Data fabric filter inlet and outlet. 30 dry per hour and is verified
Representativeness once per 24-hour period.
Flow rate above the Indicator Range
Verification of Pressure drop within t]�.�idi or Range indicates normal operation of the lime
Operational Status indicates normal operatio of the fabric filter.
injection system.
Daily zero checks verify gauge operability.
QA/QC Practices and The pressure gauge is calibrated monthly using The flow meter is calibrated annually
Criteria a second gauge and the gauge is replaced when based on manufacturer's instructions.
the differ ce exceeds 5%.
Monitoring Frequency Continuous. Measured every 24-hour period.
Data Collection M lly, ce per da Manually,once per day.
Procedure
Averaging Period N/ 24 hour
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SECTION 3 - GENERAL CONDITIONS
This section describes terms and conditions applicable to this Title V facility.
A. General Provisions[NCGS 143-215 and 15A NCAC 2Q.0508(i)(16)]
1. Terms not otherwise defined in this permit shall have the meaning assigned to such terms as defined in 15A NCAC
2D and 2Q.
2. The terms,conditions,requirements,limitations,and restrictions set forth in this permit are binding and
enforceable pursuant to NCGS 143-215.114A and 143-215.114B,including assessment of civil and/or criminal
penalties.Any unauthorized deviation from the conditions of this permit may constitute gro for revocation
and/or enforcement action by the DAQ.
3. This permit is not a waiver of or approval of any other Department permits that may be equir other aspects
of the facility which are not addressed in this permit.
4. This permit does not relieve the Permittee from liability for harm or injury to human lth or welfare, 1 or
plant life,or property caused by the construction or operation of this permitted tltrility,or from penalti s therefore,
nor does it allow the Permittee to cause pollution in contravention of state laws or rules,unless spgcifically
authorized by an order from the North Carolina Environmental Mana ent Commission.
5. Except as identified as state-only requirements in this permit,all to and c npns con coed herein shall be
enforceable by the DAQ,the EPA,and citizens of the United States a efined in the-ge4V Clean Air Act.
6. Any stationary source of air pollution shall not be operated,maintained, modifi without the appropriate and
valid permits issued by the DAQ,unless the source is exempted by rule. A ay issue a permit only after it
receives reasonable assurance that the installation will use air pollution in violation of any of the applicable
requirements. A permitted installation may only be ate d,maintained,constructed,expanded,or modified in a
manner that is consistent with the terms of this pe t.
B. Permit Availability[15A NCAC 2Q.0507(k) d. 08(i)(9)(B)]
The Permittee shall have available at the facili op f this permi d shall retain for the duration of the pemut term
one complete copy of the application and o tion submitted in support of the application package. The permit
and application shall be made availabl n a zed representative of Department of Environment and Natural
Resources upon request.
C. Severability Clause[15ANCAC 2Q.. 50 i 2)
In the event of an administrative challenge to fi and binding permit in which a condition is held to be invalid,the
provisions in this pe e severable so that a equirements contained in the permit,except those held to be invalid,
shall remain valid an ust e complieddwwith��
D. Submissions4ANAC 050 and 2Q.0508(i)(16)]
Except as otherwise specified h e' ,two copies of all documents,reports,test data,monitoring data,notifications,
request for re1lewal,and any oth information required by this permit shall be submitted to the appropriate Regional
Office. Refer4o the Regional Office address on the cover page of this permit. For continuous emissions monitoring
systems(GEMS)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 appropw'ate Regional Office and one copy shall be sent to:
Supervis tationary Source Compliance
North Car a Division of Air Quality
1641 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,NC 27699-1641
All submittals shall include the facility name and Facility ID number(refer to the cover page of this permit).
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E. Duty to Comply[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(i)(2)]
The Permittee shall comply with all terms,conditions,requirements,limitations and restrictions set forth in this permit.
Noncompliance with any permit condition except conditions identified as state-only requirements constitutes a violation
of the Federal Clean Air Act. Noncompliance with any permit condition is grounds for enforcement action,for permit
termination,revocation and re-issuance,or modification,or for denial of a permit renewal application.
F. Circumvention-STATE ENFORCEABLE ONLY
The facility shall be properly operated and maintained at all times in a manner that will effect an overall reduction in air
pollution. Unless otherwise specified by this permit,no emission source may be operated without the concurrent
operation of its associated air pollution control device(s)and appurtenances.
G. Permit Modifications
1. Administrative Permit Amendments[15A NCAC 2Q.0514]
The Permittee shall submit an application for an administrative permit amendment ccor ance with NCAC
2Q.0514.
2. Transfer in Ownership or Operation and Application Submittal Content [15 NC Q. 524 and 2Q.0505]
The Permittee shall submit an application for an ownership change in ac rd ce with 15A NCAC 2Q.0524 and
2Q.0505.
3. Minor Permit Modifications[15A NCAC 2Q.0515]
The Permittee shall submit an application for a minor permit modificati in accor ance with 15A NCAC 2Q
.0515.
4. Significant Permit Modifications[15A NCAC 2Q.0516]
The Permittee shall submit an application for a significant permit modification in accordance with 15A NCAC 2Q
.0516.
5. Reopening for Cause[15A NCAC 2Q.0517]
The Permittee shall submit an application for re ening for c e i cordance with 15A NCAC 2Q.0517.
H. Chan es Not Re uirin Permit Modific ' s
1. Reporting Requirements
Any of the following that would result in ne or sed emissions from the emission source(s)listed in Section
1 must be reported to the Regional Supervisor,DAq:
a. changes in the information submitted in the application;
b. changes that modify equipment or processes;or
c. changes in the quantity or quality of materials processed.
If appropriate,mo cat' ns the permit may then be made by the DAQ to reflect any necessary changes in the permit
conditions. In cas re new or increased emissions allowed that will cause a violation of the emission limitations
specified here NIVV
2. Section 502(b)(10)Changes[15A NCAC 2Q.0523(a)]
a. "Sectiot 502(b)vchanges"means changes that contravene an express permit term or condition. Such
changes do not include changes that would violate applicable requirements or contravene federally
nforccable permit terms and conditions that are monitoring(including test methods),recordkeeping,
r or compliance certification requirements.
b. he Perm'ttee 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 days before the change
is made;and
iv. the Permittee shall attach the notice to the relevant pen-nit.
c. The written notification shall include:
i. a description of the change;
ii. the date on which the change will occur;
iii. any change in emissions;and
iv. any 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 time that the permit is revised or renewed,
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whichever comes first.
3. Off Permit Changes[15A NCAC 2Q.0523(b)]
The Permittee may make changes in the operation or emissions without revising the permit if:
a. the change affects only insignificant activities and the activities remain insignificant after the change;or
b. the change is not covered under any applicable requirement.
4. Emissions Trading[15A NCAC 2Q.0523(c)]
To the extent that emissions trading is allowed under 15A NCAC 2D,including subsequently adopted maximum
achievable control technology standards,emissions trading shall be allowed without permit revision pursuant to
15A NCAC 2Q.0523(c).
I.A. Reuortim Requirements for Excess Emissions and Permit Deviations
[15A NCAC 2D.0535(f)and 2Q.0508(f)(2)]
"Excess Emissions"-means an emission rate that exceeds any applicable emission limitation or stand allowed by
any rule in Sections.0500,.0900,.1200,or.1400 of Subchapter 21);or by ape i condition;o at exceeds an
emission limit established in a permit issued under 15A NCAC 2Q.0700. (Note: ition cess emissions under
2D.I I10 and 2D.I I I I shall apply where defined by rule)
"Deviations"-for the purposes of this condition,any action or conditi( ac rdance ith the terms and
conditions of this permit including those attributable to upset conditions as well as excess emissiong'as defined above
lasting less than four hours.
Excess Emissions
1. If a source is required to report excess emissions underS(15A NCAC 2 4),NESHAPS(15A NCAC
2D.I 110 or.1111),or the operating permit provides Ape dic(e.g.,quarterly)reporting of excess emissions,
reporting shall be performed as prescribed therein.
2. If the source is not subject to NSPS(15A NCA ,p52 S S(15A NCAC 2D.1110 or.1111),or these
rules do NOT define"excess emissions,"t�P ttee shall r ort ess emissions in accordance with 15A
NCAC 2D.0535 as follows:
a. Pursuant to 15A NCAC 2D.05350-if excess emissions last for more than four hours resulting from a
malfunction,a breakdown of cess or control equipment,or any other abnormal condition,the owner or
operator shall:
i. notify the Regional S pervisor 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 f the facility;
• naturiN cause oe malfunction or breakdown;
• ti hen he malfunction or breakdown is first observed;
• expected duration;and
• estimated rate of emissions;
ii. o f the Regional Supervisor or Director immediately when corrective measures have been
cco plished;and
iii. submit to the Regional Supervisor or Director within 15 days a written report as described in 15A NCAC
.0 0(3)!
Permit Deviatio
3. Pursuant IQ I NCAC 2Q.0508(f)(2),the Permittee shall report deviations from 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 the Regional Supervisor shall include the probable cause
of such deviation and any corrective actions or preventative actions taken. The responsible official shall
certify all deviations from permit requirements.
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I.B. Other Requirements under 15A NCAC 2D.0535
The Permittee shall comply with all other applicable requirements contained in 15A NCAC 2D.0535,including 15A
NCAC 2D.0535(c)as follows:
1. Any excess emissions that do not occur during start-up and shut-down shall be considered a violation of the
appropriate rule unless the owner or operator of the sources demonstrates to the Director,that the excess emissions
are a result of a malfunction. The Director shall consider,along with any other pertinent information,the criteria
contained in 15A NCAC 2D.0535(c)(1)through(7).
2. 15A NCAC 2D.0535(g). Excess emissions during start-up and shut-down shall be considered a violation of the
appropriate rule if the owner or operator cannot demonstrate that excess emissions are unavoidable.
J. Emergency Provisions[40 CFR 70.6(g)]
The Permittee shall be subject to the following provisions with respect to emergencies:
1. An emergency means any situation arising from sudden and reasonably unforeseeable events beyo the control of
the facility,including acts of God,which situation requires immediate corrective action to restore no
operation,and that causes the facility to exceed a technology-based emission litigation under the pe due to
unavoidable increases in emissions attributable to the emergency. An emergency shall not include noncompliance
to the extent caused by improperly designed equipment,lack of preventive maintenance,careless or improper
operation,or operator error.
2. An emergency constitutes an affirmative defense to an action brought or noncom ' ce 'th such technology-
based emission limitations if the conditions specified in 3.below are met.
3. The affirmative defense of emergency shall be demonstrated through prop sign contemporaneous operating
logs or other relevant evidence that include information as follows:
a. an emergency occurred and the Permittee can identify the cause(s)of the emergency;
b. the permitted facility was at the time being properly er ted;
c. during the period of the emergency the Permittee too as ble steps to minimize levels of emissions that
exceeded the standards or other requiremens in the pe Vand. the Permittee submitted notice of the emergency to the I�An two working days of the time when
emission limitations were exceeded due to the emergency. This notice must contain a description of the
emergency,steps taken to mitigate emissions,and corrective actions taken.
4. In any enforcement proceeding,the Permittee seep establish the occurrence of an emergency has the burden
of proof. �\ �
5. This provision is in addition to any emergency or set provision contained in any applicable requirement
specified elsewhere herein. 01
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K. Permit Renewal[15ZC`AC 2Q�<08(e)a0d 2Q.0513(b)]
This permit is issued for a fixed term of five years for facilities subject to Title IV requirements and for a term not to
exceed five years in the case of all other facilities. This permit shall expire at the end of its term. Permit expiration
terminates the facility's right to operate unless a complete renewal application is submitted at least nine months before
the date ermit e on. If$E'Permittee or applicant has complied with 15A NCAC 2Q.0512(b)(1),this permit
shall expire until enewal permit has been issued or denied. All terns and conditions of this permit shall remain
in effect until th(re ewa t has been issued or denied.
L. d to Halt o e ce Activity Not a Defense[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(i)(4)]
It sh 1 not be a deWnse for a Permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary to halt or reduce the
permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the conditions of this permit.
r
M. Duty to Provide Information(submittal of information) [15A NCAC 2Q.0508(i)(9)]
1. The Permittee shall furnish to the DAQ,in a timely manner,any reasonable information that the Director may
request in writing to determine whether cause exists for modifying,revoking and reissuing,or 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.For information claimed to be confidential,the Permittee may furnish such records
directly to the EPA upon request along with a claim of confidentiality.
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N. Duty to Supplement[15A NCAC 2Q.0507(f)]
The Permittee,upon becoming aware that any relevant facts were omitted or incorrect information was submitted in the
permit application,shall promptly submit such supplementary facts or corrected information to the DAQ. The
Permittee shall also provide additional information as necessary to address any requirement that becomes applicable to
the facility after the date a complete permit application was submitted but prior to the release of the draft permit.
O. Retention of Records[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)and 2Q.0508(1)]
The Permittee shall retain records of all required monitoring data and supporting information for a period of at least
five years from the date of the monitoring sample,measurement,report,or application. Supporting information
includes all calibration and maintenance records and all original strip-chart recordings for continuous monitoring
information,and copies of all reports required by the pernut. These records shall be maintaine�,in a form suitable and
readily available for expeditious inspection and review. Any records required by the conditions tf i ermit shall be
kept on site and made available to DAQ personnel for inspection upon request. <\
P. Compliance Certification[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(n)] I�
The Permittee shall submit to the DAQ and the EPA(Air and EPCRA Enforcement Branch,EPA,Region 4,61 Forsyth
Street,Atlanta,GA 30303)postmarked on or before March 1 a compliance c ifi tion(for the preceding calendar
year)by a responsible official with all federally-enforceable terms and condit—ioN in Nike permi including emissions
limitations,standards,or work practices. It shall be the responsibility of the current o to s mit a compliance
certification for the entire year regardless of who owned the facility during the year. T compliance certification
shall comply with additional requirements as may be specified under Sections 4(a)(3) r 504(b)of the Federal Clean
Air Act. The compliance certification shall specify:
1. the identification of each term or condition of the perms thafis the basis of the certification;
2. the compliance status(with the terms and conditions of the pet for the period covered by the certification);
3. whether compliance was continuous or intermittent;and
4. the method(s)used for determining the com�lia a status of t so during the certification period.
Q. Certification by Responsible Official 15 NCAC 2 20
[ ]
A responsible official shall certify the tAl accuracy,a d c eness of any application form,report,or compliance
certification required by this permit.,&4M ce ifica ' n33 state that based on information and belief formed after
reasonable inquiry,the statements aTrApforciation
1 he document are true,accurate,and complete.
R. Permit Shield for Applicable Requirements[15 CAC 2Q.0512]
1. Compliance with terms and conditions of this permit shall be deemed compliance with applicable requirements,
where such appl' le requirements are i?i[cluded and specifically identified in the permit as of the date of permit
issuance. �
2. A permit shield shall n a er ct:
a. the power of the Co s ' ,Secretary of the Department,or Governor under NCGS 143-215.3(a)(12),or
EPA unde 30 the Federal Clean Air Act;
b the liability
n owner or operator of a facility for any violation of applicable requirements prior to the
e ec a date of tOpermit or at the time of permit issuance;
c. the applicable requirements under Title IV;or
d. the ability of the Director or the EPA under Section 114 of the Federal Clean Air Act to obtain information to
determine compliance of the facility with its permit.
3. A permit shield does not apply to any change made at a facility that does not require a permit or permit revision
made under 15A NCAC 2Q.0523.
4. A permit shield does not extend to minor permit modifications made under 15A NCAC 2Q.0515.
S. Termination,Modification,and Revocation of the Permit[15A NCAC 2Q.0519]
The Director may terminate,modify,or revoke and reissue this permit if:
1. the information contained in the application or presented in support thereof is determined to be incorrect;
2. the conditions under which the permit or permit renewal was granted have changed;
3. violations of conditions contained in the permit have occurred;
4. the EPA requests that the permit be revoked under 40 CFR 70.7(g)or 70.8(d);or
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5. the Director finds that termination,modification,or revocation and re-issuance of the permit is necessary to carry
out the purpose of NCGS Chapter 143,Article 21B.
T. Insignificant Activities[15A NCAC 2Q.0503]
Because an emission source or activity is insignificant does not mean that the emission source or activity is exempted
from any applicable requirement or that the owner or operator of the source is exempted from demonstrating
compliance with any applicable requirement. The Permittee shall have available at the facility at all times and made
available to an authorized representative upon request,documentation,including calculations,if necessary,to
demonstrate that an emission source or activity is insignificant.
U. Property Rights[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(i)(8)]
This permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property or any excl s r ileges.
V. Inspection and Entry[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(1)and NCGS 143-215.3(a)(2)]
1. Upon presentation of credentials and other documents as may be required by the P ttee shall a w the
DAQ,or an authorized representative,to perform the following:
a. enter the Permittee's premises where the permitted facility is located re 'scions-related activity is conducted,
or where records are kept under the conditions of the permit;
b. have access to and copy,at reasonable times,any records that ar equired to jtder the conditions of
the permit;
c. inspect at reasonable times and using reasonable safety practices any ce,e ipment(including monitoring
and air pollution control equipment),practices,or operations regulated or red 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 inspec r enter the premises of the Permittee under
Section 114 or other provisions of the Federal Clean Air Act.
2. No person shall refuse entry or access to an f*uthorized repr�se ive of the DAQ who requests entry for
purposes of inspection,and who presents appropriate`credentials,nor shall any person obstruct,hamper,or
interfere with any such authorized representative while in the process of carrying out his official duties. Refusal of
entry or access may constitute ds for permit re�ation and assessment of civil penalties.
W. Annual Fee Payment[15A NCftC 2Q. Ni)(10)]
1. The Permittee shall pay all fees in accordance with 15A NCAC 2Q.0200.
2. Payment of fees ma by checOor money order made payable to the N.C.Department of Environment and
Natural ResourcprAnnlial penmit fee payments shall refer to the permit number.
3. If,within 30 ys after being billed,the Permittee fails to pay an annual fee,the Director may initiate action to
terminate 4pennit under 15A NCAC 2Q.0519.
X. Annual Emission Inventory VRirements[15A NCAC 2Q.0207]
The Permittee shall report by June 30 of each year the actual emissions of each air pollutant listed in 15A NCAC 2Q
.0207(a)from each emission source within the facility during the previous calendar year. The report shall be in or on
such Nn as may be established by the Director. The accuracy of the report shall be certified by a responsible official
of the facility.
Y. Confidential Information[15A NCAC 2Q.0107 and 2Q.0508(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 15A NCAC 2Q.0107.
Z. Construction and Operation Permits[15A NCAC 2Q.0100 and.0300]
A construction and operating permit shall be obtained by the Permittee for any proposed new or modified facility or
emission source which is not exempted from having a permit prior to the beginning of construction or modification,in
accordance with all applicable provisions of 15A NCAC 2Q.0100 and.0300.
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AA.Standard Application Form and Required Information[15A NCAC 2Q.0505 and.0507]
The Permittee shall submit applications and required information in accordance with the provisions of 15A NCAC 2Q
.0505 and.0507.
BB.Financial Responsibility and Compliance History[15A NCAC 2Q.0507(d)(3)]
The DAQ may require an applicant to submit a statement of financial qualifications and/or a statement of substantial
compliance history.
CC.Refriuerant Requirements(Stratospheric Ozone and Climate Protection)[15A NCAC 2Q.0501(e)]
1. If the Permittee has appliances or refrigeration equipment,including air conditioning equipment,which use Class I
or II ozone-depleting substances such as chlorofluorocarbons and hydrochlorofluorocarbons listed as refrigerants
in 40 CFR Part 82 Subpart A Appendices A and B,the Pernttee shall service,repair,and maintain such
equipment according to the work practices,personnel certification requirements,an?rtified 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 II ance into the enviro ent
during the repair,servicing,maintenance,or disposal of any such device exc t as sprovided in 40 CFR Part 82
Subpart F. -% v
3. The Permittee shall comply with all reporting and recordkeeping req em Ns40 CFR 82.166. Reports shall
be submitted to the EPA or its designee as required.
DD.Prevention of Accidental Releases-Section 112(r)[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(h
If the Permittee is required to develop and register a Risk Mana ement Plan with suant to Section 112(r)of the
Clean Air Act,then the Permittee is required to register this plan accordance with 40 CFR Part 68.
EE. Prevention of Accidental Releases General Duty Clause-Section 112(r)(1)-
FEDERALLY-ENFORCEABLE ONLY I
Although a risk management plan may not be Wquired,if the PerV roduces,processes,handles,or stores any
amount of a listed hazardous substance,thVernuttee has a general duty to take such steps as are necessary to prevent
the accidental release of such substanced to minimiz�consequences of any release.
FF. Title IV Allowances 15A NCAC;Q/0508(i)('jl)\]
This permit does not limit the number of Title IV allowafnces held by the Permittee,but the Pemuttee may not use
allowances as a defense to noncompliance with any other applicable requirement. The Permittee's emissions may not
exceed any allowances that the facility lawfully holds under Title IV of the Federal Clean Air Act.
GG.Air Pollution Emergency Episode[15A NCAC 2D.0300]
Should the Director of the DAQ declare an Air Pollution Emergency Episode,the Permittee will be required to operate
in accordance with the Permittee's previously approved Emission Reduction Plan or,in the absence of an approved
plan,wi<he appropriate requirements specified in 15A NCAC 2D.0300.
HH.Resistration of Air Pollution Sources[15A NCAC 2D.0200]
The Director of the DAQ may require the Permittee to register a source of air pollution. If the Permittee is required to
register a source of air pollution,this registration and required information will be in accordance with 15A NCAC 2D
.0202(b).
II. Ambient)lf Quality Standards[15A 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 in such manner that the source shall not cause the ambient
air quality 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 in the applicable emission standards in this permit are required to
prevent violation of the ambient air quality standards or are required to create an offset,the permit shall contain a
condition requiring these controls.
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JJ. General Emissions Testing and Reporting Requirements[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(i)(16)]
If emissions testing is required by this permit or the DAQ or if the Permittee submits emissions testing to the DAQ in
support of a permit application or to demonstrate compliance,the Pemuttee shall perform such testing in accordance
with 15A NCAC 2D.2600 and follow the procedures outlined below:
1. The Permittee shall submit a completed Protocol Submittal Form to the DAQ Regional Supervisor at least 45 days
prior to the scheduled test date. A copy of the Protocol Submittal Form may be obtained from the Regional
Supervisor.
2. The Permittee shall notify the Regional Supervisor of the specific test dates at least 15 days prior to testing in order
to afford the DAQ the opportunity to have an observer on-site during the sampling program.
3. During all sampling periods,the Permittee shall operate the emission source(s)under maximum normal operating
conditions or alternative operating conditions as deemed appropriate by the Regional Supervisor or his delegate.
4. The Permittee shall submit two copies of the test report to the DAQ. The test report shallon t a minimum
the following information:
a. a description of the training and air testing experience of the person directing ttie test;
b. a certification of the test results by sampling team leader and facility rertingpro
tative,
c a summary of emissions results and text detailing the objectives of the tgra , e applicable state
and federal regulations,and conclusions about the testing and com2&nus of the emi n source(s);
d. a detailed description of the tested emission source(s)and sampling"location(s)process flow diagrams,
engineering drawings,and sampling location schematics should be included as%cesOry;
e. all field,analytical,and calibration data necessary to verify that th sting wa%,erTormed as specified in the
applicable test methods;
f. example calculations for at least one test run using emotions in the applic est methods and all test results
including intermediate parameter calculations;and N
g. documentation of facility operating conditions during a estmg periods and an explanation relating these
operating conditions to maximum normal operation. If e ss ,provide historical process data to verify
maximum normal operation.
5. The testing requirement(s)shall be considered satisfied only jpo itten approval of the test results by the DAQ.
6. The DAQ will review emission test results wit es t exclu 'vely to the specified testing objectives as proposed
by the Permittee and approved �KA
.
KK.Reopening for Cause[15A NCAC 2Q.0517]
1. A permit shall be reopened and revised under'the o owing circumstances:
a. additional applicable requir t
nts come applicable to a facility with remaining permit term of three or more
years;
b. additional requirem nts(i udin ess emission requirements)become applicable to a source covered by
Title IV,,
c. the Director or E i ds t e permit contains a material mistake or that inaccurate statements were made
in establishing the e ' sio standards or other terms or conditions of the permit;or
d. the Directar or EPA de nes that the permit must be revised or revoked to assure compliance with the
applicable requirements.
2. Any eopening shall be completed or a revised permit issued within 18 months after the applicable
re uire t is promulgated. No reopening is required if the effective date of the requirement is after the expiration
of the permit term unless the term of the permit was extended pursuant to 15A NCAC 2Q.0513(c).
3. e 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 shall be followed. The proceedings shall affect only those parts of the permit
for which cause to reopen exists.
4. The Director shall notify the Permittee at least 60 days in advance of the date that the permit is to be reopened,
except in cases of imminent threat to public health or safety the notification period may be less than 60 days.
5. Within 90 days,or 180 days if the EPA extends the response period,after receiving notification from the EPA that
a permit needs to be terminated,modified,or revoked and reissued,the Director shall send to the EPA a proposed
determination of termination,modification,or revocation and re-issuance,as appropriate.
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LL. Reporting Requirements for Non-Operating Equipment[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(i)(16)]
The Permittee shall maintain a record of operation for permitted equipment noting whenever the equipment is taken
from and placed into operation. During operation the monitoring recordkeeping and reporting requirements as
prescribed by the permit shall be implemented within the monitoring period.
MM.Fugitive Dust Control Requirement[15A NCAC 2D.0540]-STATE ENFORCEABLE ONLY
As required by 15A NCAC 2D.0540"Particulates from Fugitive Dust Emission Sources,"the Permittee shall not cause
or allow fugitive dust emissions to cause or contribute to substantive complaints or excess visible emissions beyond the
property boundary.If substantive complaints or excessive fugitive dust emissions from the facility are observed beyond
the property boundaries for six minutes in any one hour(using Reference Method 22 in 40 CFR, endix A),the
owner or operator may be required to submit a fugitive dust plan as described in 2D.0540(f).
"Fugitive dust emissions"means particulate matter from process operations that does not pass process stack
or vent and that is generated within plant property boundaries from activities such as:unloading and to ding areas,
process areas stockpiles,stock pile working,plant parking lots,and plant roads(including access oads and) 1 roads).
NN.Specific Permit Modifications f 15A NCAC 20.0501 and.OA
1. For modifications made pursuant to 15A NCAC 2Q .0501(c)(2), the Permittee sha ile e V Air Quality
Pen-nit Application for the air emission source(s) and associated air pollutio ontrol vie (s) on or before 12
months after commencing operation.
2. For modifications made pursuant to 15A NCAC 2Q .0501(d)(2),the Permittee sh t no egin operation of the air
emission source(s) and associated air pollution control device(s)until a Title V Al Quality Permit Application is
filed and a construction and operation permit following pVicedures of Sec 0500(except for Rule .0504 of
this Section)is obtained.
3. For modifications made pursuant to 502(b)(10), in accorda&e with 15A NCAC 2Q .0523(a)(1)(C),the Permittee
shall notify the Director and EPA(EPA-Air Planning Branch, 6NForsyth St.,Atlanta, GA 30303) in writin at
least seven days before the change is made. Th written notification shall include:
a. a description of the change at the faci r
b. the date on which the change wil ;
c. any change in emissions;and
d. any pen-nit term or condition that no ger cable as a result of the change.
In addition to this notification requiretuent,with thf next significant modification or Air Quality Permit
renewal,the Permittee shall submit a page "E5" of the application forms signed by the responsible official
verifying that the application folthe 502(b)(10)change/modification,is true,accurate,and complete. Further
note that modifications made pursuant to 502(b)(10)do not relieve the Permittee from satisfying
preconstruction quirements.
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ATTACHMENT
List of Acronyms
AOS Alternate Operating Scenario
BACT Best Available Control Technology
Btu British thermal unit
CEM Continuous Emission Monitor
CFR 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
NCAC North Carolina Administrative Code
NCGS North Carolina General Statutes
NESHAP National Emission Standards fora i Pollutants
NOx Nitrogen Oxides
NSPS New Source Performance Standard
OAH Office of Administrativ ea s�
PM Particulate Matter w
PM10 Particulate Matter with Nominal A ynamic Diameter of 10 Micrometers or Less
POS Primary Operatin Scenario
PSD Prevention ificant Detenoration
SIC Standar odus 'a assifiVKon
SIP State Implement n P
S02 Sulfur Dioxide \
tpy Tons Per Year
VOC Volatile Organic Compound.