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ELIZABETH S.BISER
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MICHAELABRACZINSKAS NORTH CAROLINA
Director Environmental Quality
May 18,2022
Mr. Glenn Peterson
Fiber Plant Manager
Prysmian Cable and Systems USA,LLC
P.O. Box 39
Claremont NC,28610
SUBJECT: Air Quality Permit No. 07334T30
Facility ID: 1800419
Prysmian Cable and Systems USA,LLC
Claremont,Catawba County
Catawba County
Fee Class: Title V
PSD Class: Major
Dear Mr.Peterson:
In accordance with your completed Air Quality Permit Application for a Significant(02Q .0501
(b)(2)Part 1)modification of your Title V permit,we are forwarding herewith Air Quality Permit No.
07334T30 authorizing the construction and operation,of the emission source(s)and associated air pollution
control device(s)specified herein. Additionally,any emissions activities determined from your Air Quality
Permit Application as being insignificant per 15A North Carolina Administrative Code 02Q .0503(8)have
been identified as such in the permit. Please note the requirements for the annual compliance certification
are contained in General Condition P in Section 4. The current owner is responsible for submitting a
compliance certification for the entire year regardless of who owned the facility during the year.
As the designated responsible official it is your responsibility to review,understand,and abide by
all of the terms and conditions of the attached permit. It is also your responsibility to ensure that any person
who operates any emission source and associated air pollution control device subject to any term or
condition of the attached permit reviews,understands,and abides by the condition(s)of the attached permit
that are applicable to that particular emission source.
If any parts,requirements,or limitations contained in this Air Quality Permit are unacceptable to
you,you have the right to file a petition for contested case hearing in the North Carolina Office of
Administrative Hearings.Information regarding the right,procedure,and time limit for permittees and other
persons aggrieved to file such a petition is contained in the attached"Notice Regarding the Right to Contest
A Division of Air Quality Permit Decision."
The construction of new air pollution emission source(s)and associated air pollution control device(s),or
modifications to existing emission source(s)and air pollution control device(s)described in this permit must
be covered under an Air Quality Permit issued by the Division of Air Quality prior to construction unless
the Permittee has fulfilled the requirements of NCGS 143-215.108A(b)and received written approval from
the Director of the Division of Air Quality to commence construction.Failure to receive an Air Quality
Permit or written approval prior to commencing construction is a violation of NCGS 143-215.108A and
may subject the Permittee to civil or criminal penalties as described in NCGS 143-215.114A and 143-
D North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Air Quality
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217 West Jones Street 11641 Mail Service Center I Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1641
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Mr. Glenn Peterson
May 18,2022
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215.114B.
Catawba County has triggered increment tracking under PSB for PMIo. This modification will
result in an increase in 0.22 pounds per hour of PMIo.
This Air Quality Permit shall be effective from May 18,2022 until November 30,2024,is
nontransferable to future owners and operators,and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as
specified therein.
Should you have any questions concerning this matter,please contact please contact Mr.David B.
Hughes, at(919) 707-8411 or david.b.hu heskncdenngov.
Sincerely yours,
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Mark J. Cuilla,EIT,CPM, Chief,Permitting Section
Division of Air Quality,NCDEQ
Enclosure
c: Mooresville Regional Office
Connie Horne(cover letter only)
Central Files
NOTICE REGARDING THE RIGHT TO CONTEST A DIVISION OF AIR QUALITY PERMIT
DECISION
Right of the Permit Applicant or Permittee to File a Contested Case: Pursuant to NCGS 143-
215.108(e),a permit applicant or permittee who is dissatisfied with the Division of Air Quality's decision
on a permit application may commence a contested case by filing a petition under NCGS 150B-23 in the
Office of Administrative Hearings within 30 days after the Division notifies the applicant or permittee of
its decision. If the applicant or permittee does not file a petition within the required time,the Division's
decision on the application is final and is not subject to review. The filing of a petition will stay the
Division's decision until resolution of the contested case.
Right of Other Persons Aggrieved to File a Contested Case: Pursuant to NCGS 143-215.108(el), a
person other than an applicant or permittee who is a person aggrieved by the Division's decision on a
permit application may commence a contested case by filing a petition under NCGS 150B-23 within 30
days after the Division provides notice of its decision on a permit application, as provided in NCGS
15013-23(f), or by posting the decision on a publicly available Web site. The filing of a petition under this
subsection does not stay the Division's decision except as ordered by the administrative law judge under
NCGS 15013-33(b).
General Filing Instructions: A petition for contested case hearing must be in the form of a written
petition, conforming to NCGS 15013-23, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings, 1711 New
Hope Church Road,Raleigh NC, 27609, along with a fee in an amount provided in NCGS 15013-23.2. A
petition for contested case hearing form may be obtained upon request from the Office of Administrative
Hearings or on its website at https://www.oah.nc.gov/hearings-division/filing/hearing-forms. Additional
specific instructions for filing a petition are set forth at 26 NCAC Chapter 03.
Service Instructions: A party filing a contested case is required to serve a copy of the petition,by any
means authorized under 26 NCAC 03 .0102, on the process agent for the Department of Environmental
Quality:
William F. Lane, General Counsel
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
1601 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1601
If the party filing the petition is a person aggrieved other than the permittee or permit applicant,the party
must also serve the permittee in accordance with NCGS 15013-23(a).
Additional information is available at https://www.oah.nc.gov/hearings-division/hearing-process/filing-
contested-case. Please contact the OAH at 984-236-1850 or oah.postmaster@oah.nc.gov with all
questions regarding the filing fee and/or the details of the filing process.
Summary of Changes to Permit
The following changes were made to Air Permit No. 07334T29:*
Page No. Section Description of Changes
Cover letter --- -Amended permit revision number and issue date.
Permit cover --- -Amended permit revision number,issue date,
application number.
3 List of Acronyms -Moved List of Acronyms from end of permit.
4 & 5 Section 1 -Permittee has requested to remove control device
Table wet scrubber(ID No. 2WS) since it is no longer in
operation.
-Added a Primary Operating Scenario(POS)—no
dopant material used and an Alternative Operating
Scenario(AOS)—dopant material used for Over-
cladding Units(ID Nos. ES-9 &ES-9a).
-Permittee has requested adding one new Over-
cladding Units—Deposition Machines (ID No. ES-
12)with control devices,new baghouse filters(ID
Nos. 1BH,2BH, 3BH, &4BH)or existing baghouse
filter(ID No. IDS)and Over-cladding Units—
Sintering Operations(ID No. ES-13)with control
devices, existing wet scrubber(ID No. 3WS)or new
wet scrubber ID No. 5WS .
6 2.1 A -Removed wet scrubber(ID No. 2WS).
-Added Over-cladding Units—Deposition Machines
(ID No. ES-12)with control devices,new baghouse
filters(ID Nos. 1BH,2BH, 3BH, &4BH)or
existing baghouse filters (ID No. IDS).
-Added Over-cladding Units—Sintering Operations
(ID No. ES-13)with control devices, existing wet
scrubber(ID No. 3WS)or new wet scrubber(ID No.
5WS .
6 2.1 A.1 -Added Alternative Operating Scenarios language to
define Primary Operating Scenario(POS) and
Alternative Operating Scenario(AOS) for Over-
cladding Units ID Nos. ES-9&ES-9a .
7 2.1 A.2.b -Added Over-cladding Units—Sintering Operations
ID No. ES-13 .
7 2.1 A.2.b.ii -Added testing language from Permit Shell for
Particulate Matter(PM)for Over-cladding Units—
Sintering Operations ID No. ES-13 .
7 2.1 A.2.b.iii -Added Over-cladding Units—Sintering Operations
(ID No. ES-13) controlled by wet scrubbers (ID
Nos. 3WS or 5WS).
7 2.1 A.2.b.v -Removed wet scrubber(ID No. 2WS).
-Added wet scrubber ID No. 5WS .
7 2.1 A.2.b.vi -Added confirming or reestablishing operating limits
language and submitting a request to revise the
value(s) in the permit depending on if operating
limits are more stringent or less stringent.
Page No. Section Description of Changes
8 2.1 A.2.c -Added Over-cladding Units-Deposition Machines
(ID No. ES-12).
8 2.1 A.2.c.ii -Added testing language from Permit Shell for
Particulate Matter(PM)for POS-Over-cladding
Units(ID Nos. ES-9 and ES-9a) and Over-cladding
Units-Deposition Machines (ID No. ES-12).
8 2.1 A.2.c.iii -Added control devices, fabric filter systems(ID
Nos. 1BH,2BH, 3BH, &4BH).
8 2.1 A.2.c.iii(C) -Added Pressure drop across fabric filter systems
(ID Nos. 1BH,2BH, 3BH, &4BH).
8 & 9 2.1 A.2.c.iv -Added confirming or reestablish operating limits
language and submitting a request to revise the
value(s) in the permit depending on if operating
limits are more stringent or less stringent.
9 2.1 A.2.c.v -Added control devices, fabric filter systems(ID
Nos. 1BH,2BH, 3BH, &4BH).
9 2.1 A.3.a -Added Over-cladding Units -Deposition Machines
(ID No. ES-12) and Over-cladding Units-Sintering
Operations ID No. ES-13 .
9 2.1 A.3.b.ii -Added testing language from Permit Shell for
Visible Emissions(VE) for POS -Over-cladding
Units(ID Nos. ES-9&ES-9a) and Over-cladding
Units ID Nos. ES-12 &ES-13 .
10 2.1 A.3.e -Added establish"normal"for Visible Emissions
(VE) for POS-Over-cladding Units(ID Nos. ES-9 &
ES-9a)and Over-cladding Units(ID Nos. ES-12 &
ES-13).
10 2.1 AA -Added regulation 15A NCAC 02Q .0504: Option
For Obtaining Construction And Operation Permit
regarding Over-cladding Units(ID Nos. ES-9,ES-
9a,ES-12 and ES-13).
11 2.1 B.l.b, c,&d -Added AOS.
22 &23 2.2 A.La, c,e,f,g, -Added POS &AOS.
h, &i
22 2.2 A.1.d -Added AOS.
24 2.2 B -Added ID Nos. (ES-boilerl &ES-boiler2).
-Added ID Nos. (I-ES-SCR-FGH1 &I-ES-SCR-
FGH2).
-Added ID Nos. (I-ES-SCR-AIH1 &I-ES-SCR-
AI112).
24-26 2.2 B.1.a,c,d, e, f, -Added POS &AOS.
,h,&i
24 2.2 B.Lb&d -Added AOS.
26 2.2 C -Removed wet scrubber(ID No. 2WS).
-Added Over-cladding Units-Sintering Operations
(ID No. ES-13) equipped with wet scrubber(ID
Nos. 3WS or 5WS).
26&27 2.2 C.1 -Removed wet scrubber 2WS.
-Added Over-cladding Units-Sintering Operations
Page No. Section Description of Changes
(ID No. ES-13) equipped with wet scrubber(ID
Nos. 3WS or 5WS).
27 2.2 C.l.b -Removed wet scrubber ID No. 2WS .
27 2.2 C.Lc -Added AOS.
2.2 C.Ld -Added Over-cladding Units—Sintering Operations
(ID No. ES-13) controlled by wet scrubber(ID Nos.
3WS or 5WS).
28 2.3 A -Added POS &AOS.
28 2.3 A.La -Added Primary Operating Scenario and Alternative
Operating Scenario reference.
28 2.3 A.l.b.iii -Added POS &AOS.
28 &29 2.3 A.Lc -Added POS &AOS to Indicator#1.
Table -Added AOS to Indicator#2.
29 2.3 B -Added POS &AOS.
29 2.3 B.1.a.i -Added Primary Operating Scenario and Alternative
Operating Scenario reference.
29 2.3 B.l.b.iii -Added POS &AOS.
30 2.3 B.Lc -Added POS &AOS to Indicator#1.
Table -Added AOS to Indicator#2.
31 Section 3 -Moved Insignificant Activities list and removed
Insignificant footnote 3.
Activities -Permittee has requested to remove Six ribbon lines
(ID No. I-RL since they have not operated since
2013).
-Added natural gas-fired flue gas re-heaters(ID Nos.
I-ES-SCR-FGH1 and I-ES-SCR-FGH2)and natural
gas-fired ammonia injector dilution air heaters(ID
Nos. I-ES-SCR-AIH1 and I-ES-SCR-AIH2).
32 -40 Section 4 -Updated Shell Conditions(v6.0 01/07/2022)
General Conditions
*This list is not intended to be a detailed record of every change made to the permit but a summary of those changes.
State of North Carolina
IDE Department of Environmental Quality
i
NORTH CAROLntofEn NA Division of Air Quality
Department of Environmental Quality
AIR QUALITY PERMIT
Permit No. Replaces Permit No.(s) Effective Date Expiration Date
07334T30 07334T29 May 18, 2022 November 30, 2024
NOTE:Per General Condition K,a permit application for the renewal of this Title V permit shall be submitted no later than May
30,2024.
Until such time as this permit expires or is modified or revoked,the below named Permittee is permitted to construct and operate
the emission source(s)and associated air pollution control device(s)specified herein,in accordance with the terms,conditions,
and limitations within this permit. This permit is issued under the provisions of Article 21 B of Chapter 143,General Statutes of
North Carolina as amended,and Title 15A North Carolina Administrative Codes(15A NCAC),Subchapters 02D and 02Q,and
other applicable Laws.
Pursuant to Title 15A NCAC,Subchapter 02Q,the Permittee shall not construct,operate,or modify any emission source(s)or
air pollution control device(s)without having first submitted a complete Air Quality Permit Application to the permitting
authority and received an Air Quality Permit,except as provided in this permit.
Permittee: Prysmian Cables and Systems USA, LLC
Facility ID: 1800419
Primary SIC Code: 3229
NAICS Code: 327212
Facility Site Location: 2512 B Penny Road
City, County, State,Zip: Claremont,Catawba County,North Carolina 28610
Mailing Address: P.O.Box 39
City, State,Zip: Claremont,North Carolina 28610
Application Number(s): 1800419.21A
Complete Application Date(s): September 8,2021
Division of Air Quality, Mooresville
Regional Office Address: 610 East Center Avenue,Suite 301
Mooresville,NC 28115
Permit issued this the 18'day of May,2022.
Mark J.Cuilla,EIT,CPM,Chief,Air Permitting Section
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
Table of Contents
LIST OF ACRONYMS
SECTION 1: PERMITTED EMISSION SOURCE(S)AND ASSOCIATED AIR POLLUTION CONTROL DEVICE(S)
AND APPURTENANCES
SECTION 2: SPECIFIC LIMITATIONS AND CONDITIONS
2.1 Emission Source(s) Specific Limitations and Conditions(Including specific requirements,testing,
monitoring,recordkeeping,and reporting requirements)
2.2 Multiple Emission Source(s)Specific Limitations and Conditions(Including specific requirements,testing,
monitoring,recordkeeping,and reporting requirements)
2.3 Compliance Assurance Monitoring(CAM;40 CFR Part 64)(Including specific requirements,testing,
monitoring,recordkeeping,and reporting)
SECTION 3: INSIGNIFICANT ACTIVITIES PER 15A NCAC 02Q.0503(8)
SECTION 4: GENERAL PERMIT CONDITIONS
Permit 07334T30
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List of Acronyms
AOS Alternative Operating Scenario
BACT Best Available Control Technology
BAE Baseline Actual Emissions
Btu British thermal unit
CAA Clean Air Act
CAM Compliance Assurance Monitoring
CEMS Continuous Emission Monitoring System
CEDRI Compliance and Emissions Data Reporting Interface
CFR Code of Federal Regulations
CO Carbon Monoxide
COMS Continuous Opacity Monitoring System
CSAPR Cross-State Air Pollution Rule
DAQ Division of Air Quality
DEQ Department of Environmental Quality
EMC Environmental Management Commission
EPA Environmental Protection Agency
FR Federal Register
GACT Generally Available Control Technology
GHGs Greenhouse Gases
HAP Hazardous Air Pollutant
LAER Lowest Achievable Emission Rate
MACT Maximum Achievable Control Technology
NAA Non-Attainment Area
NAAQS National Ambient Air Quality Standards
NAICS North American Industry Classification System
NCAC North Carolina Administrative Code
NCGS North Carolina General Statutes
NESHAP National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants
NOx Nitrogen Oxides
NSPS New Source Performance Standard
NSR New Source Review
OAH Office of Administrative Hearings
PAE Projected Actual Emissions
PAL Plantwide Applicability Limitation
PM Particulate Matter
PM2.5 Particulate Matter with Nominal Aerodynamic Diameter of 2.5 Micrometers or Less
PM10 Particulate Matter with Nominal Aerodynamic Diameter of 10 Micrometers or Less
POS Primary Operating Scenario
PSD Prevention of Significant Deterioration
PTE Potential to Emit
RACT Reasonably Available Control Technology
SIC Standard Industrial Classification
SIP State Implementation Plan
S02 Sulfur Dioxide
TAP Toxic Air Pollutant
tpy Tons Per Year
VOC Volatile Organic Compound
Permit 07334T30
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SECTION 1- PERMITTED EMISSION SOURCE(S) AND ASSOCIATED AIR
POLLUTION CONTROL DEVICE(S) AND APPURTENANCES
The following table contains a summary of all pertnitted emission sources and associated air pollution control devices and appurtenances:
Emission Source Emission Source Control Control Device Description
ID No. Description Device
ID No.
ES-1 Chemical vapor 3WS Wet scrubber(13,000 acfm)consisting of a
deposition units- variable throat venturi scrubber(10 to 15 inches
Cells 5,6,and 7 water pressure drop)with greater than 90 gallons
ES-4 Gas cabinets—Cells per minute caustic solution injection(pH 8 or
5,6,and 7 higher as determined from source testing)
ES-14 Collapse furnaces-
Cells 5,6,and 7
ES-11 Chemical Room
ES-18 SiC14 Storage
Room
ES-Etch Etching Operations 4WS Wet scrubber(3,254 acfm)consisting of a
packed scrubber(2.5 to 5.0 inches water pressure
drop)with greater than 264 gallons per minute of
alkaline solution injection H 10.5
ES-9* POS—no dopant 1DS Fabric filter with hydrated lime injection(30 dry
CAM material used pounds per hour lime injection or higher as
Over-cladding Units determined by testing;9,800 square feet of filter
—Cell 4 and four And area or greater)
Cell 5 units
1SCR, Ammonia injected catalytic NO,,reduction
AOS—dopant I-ES-SCR- system(ID No. 1 SCR space velocity 11,214
material used FGH 1,and hour)with natural gas-fired flue gas re-heater(10
Over-cladding Units I-ES-SCR- million Btu per hour heat input)and natural gas-
-Cell 4 and four AIH1 fired ammonia injector dilution air heater(one
Cell 5 units million Btu per hour heat input)installed on IDS
ES-9a* POS—no dopant 2DS Fabric filter with hydrated lime injection(30 dry
CAM material used pounds per hour lime injection or higher as
Over-cladding Units determined by testing;9,800 square feet of filter
-Cells 6,7,and five And area or greater)
Cell 5 units
2SCR, Ammonia injected catalytic NO,,reduction
AOS—dopant I-ES-SCR- system(ID No.2SCR space velocity 11,214
material used FGH2,and hour)with natural gas-fired flue gas re-heater(10
Over-cladding Units I-ES-SCR- million Btu per hour heat input)and natural gas-
-Cell 4 and four AIH2 fired ammonia injector dilution air heater(one
Cell 5 units million Btu per hour heat input)installed on 2DS
ES-12* Over-cladding Units 1BH,2BH, Fabric filters(2,156 square feet of filter area
—Deposition 3BH,and each)
Machines 4BH
Or
IDS Fabric filter with hydrated lime injection(30 dry
pounds per hour lime injection or higher as
determined by testing;9,800 square feet of filter
area or greater)
Permit 07334T30
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Emission Source Emission Source Control Control Device Description
ID No. Description Device
ID No.
ES-13* Over-cladding Units 3WS Wet scrubber(13,000 acfm)consisting of a
—Sintering variable throat venturi scrubber(10 to 15 inches
Operations water pressure drop)with greater than 90 gallons
per minute caustic solution injection(pH 8 or
higher as determined from source testing)
Or
5WS Wet scrubber(13,000 acfm)consisting of a
variable throat venturi scrubber(10 to 15 inches
water pressure drop)with greater than 90 gallons
per minute caustic solution injection(pH 8 or
higher as determined from source testing)
ES-boilerl One natural gas- N/A N/A
MACT DDDDD fired boiler(8.0
million Btu per
hour
ES-boiler2 One natural gas- N/A N/A
MACT fired boiler(8.0
DDDDD million Btu per
hour
ES-boiler3 One natural gas- N/A N/A
MACT DDDDD fired boiler(8.76
million Btu per
hour
ES-boiler4 One natural gas- N/A N/A
MACT fired boiler(8.76
DDDDD million Btu per
hour
ES-WB-3 One hot water N/A N/A
MACT DDDDD boiler(8.0 million
Btu per hour
ES-SB One steam boiler N/A N/A
MACT DDDDD (2.1 million Btu per
hour
*Pursuant to application 1800419.21A,these emission sources(ID Nos.ES-9,ES-9a,ES-12 and ES-13)are listed as a 15A NCAC 02Q
.0501(b)(2)Part 1 modification. The Permittee shall file a Title V Air Quality Permit Application on or before 12 months after commencing
operation of any of these emission sources and/or control devices in accordance with General Condition NN.1. The permit shield described in
General Condition R does not apply and compliance certification as described in General Condition P is not required.
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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),Gas cabinets (ID No.ES-4), Collapse Furnaces
(ID No. ES-14),Chemical Room(ID No.ES-11)and SiC14 Bulk Storage Room(ID No.ES-18)
with associated Wet Scrubber(ID No.3WS)
Over-cladding Units (ID No.ES-9)with associated fabric filter with hydrated lime injection (ID
No. 1DS)in series with ammonia injected selective catalytic NOx reduction system (ID No.
1SCR),
Over-cladding Units (ID No.ES-9a)with associated fabric filter hydrated lime injection (ID No.
2DS)in series with ammonia injected selective catalytic NOx reduction system(ID No.2SCR),
Over-cladding Units—Deposition Machines (ID No. ES-12)with associated fabric filters (ID
No. 1BH, 2BH,3BH, and 4BH) or fabric filter with hydrated lime injection (ID No. 1DS)
Over-cladding Units- Sintering Operations (ID No.ES-13)with associated Wet Scrubbers (ID
Nos.3WS or 5WS)
The following table provides a summary of limits and standards for the emission source(s)described above:
Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Particulate Matter E=4.10(P)0-",for process rates<30 tons per hour,OR 15A NCAC 02D .0515
E=55.0(P)`11-40,for process rates>30 tons per hour
Where E=allowable emission rate in pounds per hour
P=process weight in tons per hour
Visible Emissions 20 percent opacity 15A NCAC 02D .0521
Nitrogen Oxides Affected Sources-ES-9 and ES-9a 15A NCAC 02Q .0317
See Section 2.2 A and B Multiple Emissions Sources (15A NCAC 02D .0530)
PSD Avoidance Condition
Toxic Air Pollutants State enforceable only 15A NCAC 02D .1100
C12,HCl,HF,NF13
See Section 2.2 C Multiple Emissions Sources
Particulate Matter Affected Sources—ES-9 and ES-9a 15A NCAC 02D .0614
Compliance Assurance Monitoring(CAM)
See Sections 2.3 A and B Multiple Emissions
1. ALTERNATIVE OPERATING SCENARIOS[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(j)]
The Permittee,contemporaneously with making a change from one alternative operating scenario to another,shall record in a
logbook(written or electronic format)the scenario under which it is operating. [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(p)]
a. The Primary Operating Scenario(POS)is defined as the two Over-cladding Units(ID Nos.ES-9 and ES-9a)not using
dopant material(i.e.,no Hydrogen Fluoride(HF)or Sulfur Dioxide(SO2)emissions)and not utilizing lime injection in
the control devices(ID Nos.1DS and 2DS).
b. The Alternative Operating Scenario(AOS)is defined as the two Over-cladding Units(ID Nos.ES-9 and ES-9a)using
dopant material(i.e.,HF and SOz)and lime injection in the control devices(ID Nos.IDS and 2DS).
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2. 15A NCAC 02D.0515: PARTICULATES FROM MISCELLANEOUS INDUSTRIAL PROCESSES
a. Emissions of particulate matter from these sources(ID Nos.ES-1,ES-9,ES-9a,ES-12 and ES-13)shall not exceed an
allowable emission rate as calculated by the following equations:
E=4.10 x P°•67 (for process rates less than or equal to 30 tons per hour),or
E=55.0 x P°"—40 (for process rates greater than 30 tons per hour)
Where E=allowable emission rate in pounds per hour
P=process weight in tons per hour
Liquid and gaseous fuels and combustion air are not considered as part of the process weight.
b. The following testing,monitoring,recordkeeping and reporting requirements apply to the Chemical Vapor Deposition
Units(ID No.ES-1)and Over-cladding Units—Sintering Operations(ID No.ES-13).
Testing[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
i. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ. If the
results of this test are above the limit given in Section 2.1 A.2.a above,the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0515.
ii. Under the provisions of NCGS 143-215.108,the Permittee shall demonstrate compliance with emission limit(s)
above by testing this source(ID No.ES-13)for particulate emissions in accordance with a testing protocol approved
by the DAQ. Details of the emission testing and reporting requirements can be found in General Conditions JJ.
Testing shall be completed and the results submitted within 180 days of beginning operation unless an alternate date
is approved by the DAQ. If the results of this test are above the limit given in Section 2.1 A.2 above,the Permittee
shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0515.
Monitoring[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
iii. Particulate matter emissions from the Chemical Vapor Deposition units(ID No.ES-1)shall be controlled by a wet
scrubber system(ID No.3WS). Particulate matter emissions from the Over-cladding Units—Sintering Operations
(ID No.ES-13)shall be controlled by a wet scrubber system(ID Nos.3WS or 5WS). 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. Additionally,a quarterly
internal inspection shall be conducted on the wet scrubbers by the Permittee to ensure structural integrity such that
optimum control efficiency is achieved. As a minimum,the inspection and maintenance program shall include
inspection of spray nozzles,packing material,chemical feed system,and the cleaning/calibration of all associated
instrumentation.
iv. The Permittee shall ensure the proper performance of the scrubber by monitoring the following operational
parameters each 12-hour shift:
ID No.3WS
(A) Recycle liquid flow rates(greater than 90 gallons per minute),
(B) Liquid make-up flow rates(greater than Igallon per minute),
(C) pH of recirculation tank scrubbing solution(pH 8 or higher as determined from source testing)and,
(D) Pressure drop across the scrubber(10 to 15 inches of water).
v. The Permittee shall ensure the proper performance of the scrubber by monitoring the following operational
parameters each 12-hour shift.
ID No.5WS
(A) Recycle liquid flow rates(greater than 90 gallons per minute),
(B) Liquid make-up flow rates(greater than 1 gallon per minute),
(C) pH of recirculation tank scrubbing solution pH of recirculation tank scrubbing solution(pH 8 or higher as
determined from source testing),and
(D) Pressure drop across the scrubber(10 to 15 inches of water).
vi. During each performance test conducted as specified in Section 2.1 A.2.b.i above,the Penmittee shall confirm or re-
establish the operating limits in Section 2.1 A.2.b.iv and v above. If the new operating limits re-established during
periodic testing are more stringent,the Permittee shall submit a request to revise the value(s)in the permit at the
same time the test report required pursuant to General Condition JJ is submitted. The pennit revision will be
processed pursuant to 15A NCAC 02Q.0514. If,during performance testing,the new operating limits are less
stringent,the Pennittee may request to revise the value(s)in the permit pursuant to 15A NCAC 02Q.0515.
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vii. The Permittee shall be deemed in non-compliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0515 if records of the monitoring results
are not maintained.
Recordkeeping[15ANCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
viii. 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 12-hour
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,
(F) Liquid make-up flow rates,
(G) pH of the scrubber solutions,and
(H) The pressure drop across the scrubber.
ix. The Permittee shall be deemed in non-compliance with 02D.0515 if records of the monitoring results are not
maintained.
Reporting[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
x. The Permittee shall submit the results of any inspection,maintenance,or monitoring performed for each control
device within 30 days of a written request by the DAQ.
xi. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of monitoring and recordkeeping activities given in Section 2.1
A.2.a.iii through 2.1 A.2.a.vii above 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.
c. The following testing,monitoring,recordkeeping and reporting reauirements apply to the Over-cladding Units(ID
Nos.ES-9 and ES-9a)and Over-cladding Units—Deposition Machines(ID No.ES-12)
Testing[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
i. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ. If the
results of this test are above the limit given in Section 2.1 A.2.a above,the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0515.
ii. Under the provisions of NCGS 143-215.108,the Permittee shall demonstrate compliance with emission limit(s)
above by testing these source(s)(POS—ES-9 and ES-9a)and(ID No.ES-12)for particulate emissions in
accordance with a testing protocol approved by the DAQ. Details of the emission testing and reporting
requirements can be found in General Conditions JJ. Testing shall be completed and the results submitted within
180 days of beginning operation unless an alternate date is approved by the DAQ. If the results of this test are
above the limit given in Section 2.1 A.2.a above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC
02D.0515.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
iii. The Permittee shall ensure the proper performance of the lime injection/fabric filter system(ID Nos.MS and 2DS)
and fabric filter systems(ID Nos.1BH,2BH,3BH,and 4BH)by monitoring and recording the following operating
parameters at least once per 12-hour shift:
(A) AOS-Lime injection rate in the lime injection/fabric filters(ID Nos.MS and 2DS)(minimum 30 dry pounds
per hour)and,
(B) POS/AOS-Pressure drop across the lime injection/fabric filters(ID Nos.MS and 2DS)(0.1 to 9 inches of
water)and,
(C)Pressure drop across the fabric filters(ID Nos.1BH,2BH,3BH,and 4BH)(0.1 to 9 inches of water).
(D)The above records shall be maintained in a logbook(written or electronic format)on-site and made available to
an authorized representative upon request. The Pennittee shall be deemed in non-compliance with Section 2.1
A.2.c.iii if records of the operating parameters are not maintained.
iv. During each performance test conducted as specified in Section 2.1 A.2.c i above,the Permittee shall confirm or
reestablish the operating limits in Section 2.1 A.2.c iii above. If the new operating limits re-established during
periodic testing are more stringent,the Permittee shall submit a request to revise the value(s)in the permit at the
same time the test report required pursuant to General Condition JJ is submitted. The permit revision will be
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processed pursuant to 15A NCAC 02Q.0514. If,during performance testing,the new operating limits are less
stringent,the Permittee may request to revise the value(s)in the permit pursuant to 15A NCAC 02Q.0515.
v. The Permittee shall perform inspections and maintenance of the fabric filters(ID Nos.IDS,2DS,11111,21111,31111,
and 411I1)as recommended by the manufacturer. In addition to the manufacturer's inspection and maintenance
recommendations,or if there are no manufacturer's inspection and maintenance recommendations,as a minimum,
the inspection and maintenance requirement shall include the following:
(A) A monthly visual inspection of the system ductwork and material collection unit for leaks;and
(B) An annual(for each 12-month period following the initial inspection)internal inspection of the fabric filters
structural integrity.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0515 if the ductwork and fabric filter are
not inspected and maintained.
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:
(A) The date and time of each recorded action;
(B) The results of each inspection;
(C) The results of any maintenance performed on the fabric filters;and
(D) Any variance from manufacturer's recommendations,if any,and corrections made.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0515 if these records are not maintained.
Reporting[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
vii. The Permittee shall submit the results of any inspection,maintenance,and monitoring performed on the fabric filters
and hydrated lime injection systems within 30 days of a written request by the DAQ.
viii. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of monitoring and recordkeeping activities given in Section 2.1
A.2.c.iii through 2.1 A.2.c.v above postmarked on or before January 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-
month period between July and December and July 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period
between January and June. All instances of deviations from the requirements of this permit must be clearly
identified.
3. 15A NCAC 02D.0521: CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. Visible emissions from Chemical Vapor Deposition Units(ID No.ES-1),Over-cladding Units(ID Nos.ES-9 and ES-
9a),and Over-cladding Units—Deposition Machines(ID No.ES-12)and Over-cladding Units-Sintering Operations
(ID No.ES-13)shall not be more than 20 percent opacity when averaged over a six-minute period. However,six-
minute averaging periods may exceed 20 percent not more than once in any hour and not more than four times in any 24-
hour period. In no event shall the six-minute average exceed 87 percent opacity.
Testing[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
b. i. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ. If the
results of this test are above the limit given in Section 2.1 A.3.a above,the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0521.
ii. Under the provisions of NCGS 143-215.108,the Permittee shall demonstrate compliance with the emission limit(s)
above by testing these source(s)(POS—ID Nos.ES-9 and ES-9a)and(ID Nos.ES-12 and ES-13)for visible
emissions in accordance with a testing protocol approved by the DAQ. Details of the emissions testing and
requirements can be found in General Condition JJ. Testing shall be completed and the results submitted within 180
days of beginning operation unless an alternate date is approved by the DAQ. If the results of this test are above the
limit given in Section 2.1 A.3.a above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D
.0521.
Monitoring[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. The Permittee shall observe the emissions points to reestablish normal within 30 days-of the operation of each additional
Chemical Vapor Deposition lathe(ID No.ES-1).
d. To ensure compliance,once a week the Permittee shall observe the emission points of these sources for any visible
emissions above normal. The weekly observation must be made for each week of the calendar year period to ensure
compliance with this requirement. The Permittee shall establish"normal"for these source(s)(POS—ID Nos.ES-9 and
ES-9a)and(ID Nos.ES-12 and ES-13)in the first 30 days following the beginning of operations. If visible emissions
from these sources are observed to be above normal,the Permittee shall either:
i. take appropriate action to correct the above-normal emissions within the monitoring period and record the action
taken as provided in the recordkeeping requirements below,or
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ii. demonstrate that the percent opacity from the emission points of the emission source in accordance with 15A
NCAC 02D .2610(Method 9)for 12 minutes is below the limit given in Section 2.1 A.3.a above.
The Permittee shall be deemed to be in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0521 if the required weekly observations
are not conducted as required;or if the above-normal emissions are not corrected within the monitoring period or the
percent opacity demonstration cannot be made.
Recordkeeping[15ANCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
e. The results of the monitoring shall be maintained in a logbook(written or electronic format)on-site and made available
to an authorized representative upon request. The logbook shall record the following:
i. The date and time of each recorded action;
ii. The results of each observation and/or test noting those sources with emissions that were observed to be in
noncompliance along with any corrective actions taken to reduce visible emissions;and
iii. The results of any corrective actions performed.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0521 if these records are not maintained.
Reporting[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
f The Permittee shall submit a summary report of the monitoring and recordkeeping activities given in Section 2.1 A.3.d
through 2.1 A.3.f above postmarked on or before January 30 of each calendar year 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 deviation from the requirements of this permit must be clearly
identified.
4. 15A NCAC 02Q.0504: OPTION FOR OBTAINING CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION PERMIT
Permitting [15A NCAC 02Q.0504(d)]
a. Pursuant to 15A NCAC 02Q.0501(b)(2)or(c)(2),for completion of the two-step significant modification process
initiated by Application No. .1800419.21A,the Permittee shall file an amended application following the procedures
of Section 15A NCAC 02Q.0500 within one year from the date of beginnings operation of any of these sources(ID
Nos.ES-9,ES-9a,ES-12 and ES-13).
Reporting [15A NCAC 02Q .0508(f)]
b. The Permittee shall notify the Regional Office in writing of the date of beginning operation of any of these sources
(ID Nos.ES-9,ES-9a,ES-12 and ES-13),postmarked no later than 30 days after such date.
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B. Over-cladding Units (ID No.ES-9)with associated fabric filter with hydrated lime injection (ID
No. 1DS)in series with ammonia injected selective catalytic NOx reduction system (ID No. 1SCR)
Over-cladding Units (ID No.ES-9a)with associated fabric filter with hydrated lime injection (ID
No. 2DS)in series with ammonia injected selective catalytic NOx reduction system (ID No.2SCR)
The following table provides a summary of limits and standards for the emission source described above:
Pollutant Limits/Standards 1=Applicable Regulation
Sulfur Dioxide 2.3 pounds per million Btu heat input 15A NCAC 02D .0516
1. 15A NCAC 02D.0516: SULFUR DIOXIDE EMISSIONS FROM COMBUSTION SOURCES
a. Primary Operating Scenario and Alternative Operating Scenario for emission sources(ID Nos.ES-9 and ES-9a)are
defined in Section 2.1 A.La and b above.
b. AOS-Emissions of sulfur dioxide from these source groups shall not exceed 2.3 pounds per million Btu heat input.
Sulfur dioxide formed by the combustion of sulfur in fuels,wastes,ores,and other substances shall be included when
determining compliance with this standard.
Testing[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. AOS-If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ. If the
results of this test are above the limit given in Section 2.1 B.La above,the Pernuttee shall be deemed in noncompliance
with 15A NCAC 02D.0516.
Monitoring,Recordkeeping,and Reporting Requirements
d. AOS-No monitoring,recordkeeping or reporting is required for these sources.
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C. Etching Operations (ID No.ES-Etch)venting to a Wet Scrubber(ID No.4WS)
The following table provides a summary of limits and standards for the emission source(s)described above:
Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
State-enforceable only
Toxic Air Pollutants C12,HCI,HF,NH3 15A NCAC 02D.1100
See Section 2.2 C Multiple Emissions Sources
A Four natural gas-fired boilers (ID Nos.ES-boilerl through ES-boiler4)
The following table provides a summary of limits and standards for the emission sources described above.
Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Particulate Matter 0.40 lb per million Btu 15A NCAC 02D.0503
Sulfur Dioxide 2.3 pounds per million Btu heat input 15A NCAC 02D.0516
Visible Emissions 20 percent opacity 15A NCAC 02D.0521
Hazardous Air Pollutants Work Practice Standards 15A NCAC 02D.1111
40 CFR Part 63, Subpart
DDDDD
1. 15A NCAC 02D.0503: PARTICULATES FROM FUEL BURNING INDIRECT EXCHANGERS
a. Emissions of particulate matter from the combustion of natural gas discharged from these sources(ID Nos.ES-boilerl
through ES-boiler4)into the atmosphere shall not exceed 0.40 pounds per million Btu heat input.
Testine[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Conditions JJ. If the results of
this test exceed the limit given in Section 2.1 D.La above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A
NCAC 02D.0503.
Monitoring,Recordkeeping,and Reporting Requirements
c. No monitoring,recordkeeping,or reporting is required for particulate emissions from the firing of natural gas in these
sources(ID Nos.ES-boilerl through ES-boiler4).
2. 15A NCAC 02D.0516: SULFUR DIOXIDE EMISSIONS FROM COMBUSTION SOURCES
a. Emissions of sulfur dioxide from these boilers(ID Nos.ES-boilerl through ES-boiler4)shall not exceed 2.3 pounds
per million Btu heat input. Sulfur dioxide formed by the combustion of sulfur in fuels,wastes,ores,and other
substances shall be included when determining compliance with this standard.
Testing[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ. If the results of
this test are above the limit given in Section 2.1 D.2.a above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A
NCAC 02D.0516.
Monitoring,Recordkeeping,and Reporting Requirements[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. No monitoring,recordkeeping,or reporting is required for sulfur dioxide emissions from the firing of natural gas in
these sources(ID Nos.ES-boilerl through ES-boiler4).
3. 15A NCAC 02D.0521: CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. Visible emissions from these boilers(ID Nos.ES-boilerl through ES-boiler4)shall not be more than 20 percent
opacity when averaged over a six-minute period. However,six-minute averaging periods may exceed 20 percent not
more than once in any hour and not more than four times in any 24-hour period. In no event shall the six-minute
average exceed 87 percent opacity.
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Testing[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ. If the results of
this test exceed the limit given in Section 2.1 D.3.a above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A
NCAC 02D.0521.
Monitoring,Recordkeeping,and Reporting[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. No monitoring,recordkeeping,or reporting is required for visible emissions from the firing of natural gas in these
sources(ID Nos.ES-boilerl through ES-boiler4).
4. 15A NCAC 02D.1111: MAXIMUM ACHIEVABLE CONTROL TECHNOLOGY
Applicability[40 CFR 63.7485,40 CFR 63.7490(d),40 CFR 63.7499(1)]
a. For these sources(ID Nos.ES-boilerl through ES-boiler4)(existing sources(s)designed to burn gas I fuels with a
heat input capacity greater than or equal to S million Btu per hour and less than 10 million Btu per hour),the
Permittee shall comply with all applicable provisions,including the monitoring,recordkeeping,and reporting
contained in Environmental Management Commission Standard 15A NCAC 02D .I I I I "Maximum Achievable
Control Technology"(MACT)as promulgated in 40 CFR 63,Subpart DDDDD"National Emission Standards for
Hazardous Air Pollutants for Major Sources: Industrial,Commercial,and Institutional Boilers and Process Heaters"
and Subpart A"General Provisions."
Definitions and Nomenclature [40 CFR 63.7575]
b. For the purpose of this permit condition,the definitions and nomenclature contained in 40 CFR 63.7575 shall apply.
40 CFR Part 63 Subpart A General Provisions [40 CFR 63.7565]
c. The Permittee shall comply with the requirements of 40 CFR 63 Subpart A General Provisions according to the
applicability of Subpart A to such sources as identified in Table 10 to 40 CFR Part 63, Subpart DDDDD.
Compliance Date 140 CFR 63.7495(c)]
d. The Permittee shall complete the initial tune up and the one-time energy assessment no later than March 18, 2022.
(i.e,March 18, 2019 plus three years)
Notifications 140 CFR 63.7545(e)(1),(8),40 CFR 63.7530(e)]
e. The Permittee shall submit a Notification of Compliance Status to the DAQ. The notification must be signed by a
responsible official and submitted by May 17,2022. The notification shall contain the following:
i. A description of the affected unit(s)including identification of which subcategories the unit is in,the design
heat input capacity of the unit,and description of the fuel(s)burned.
ii. the following certification(s)of compliance,as applicable:
(A) "This facility completed the required initial tune-up for all of the boilers and process heaters covered by 40
CFR 63 Subpart DDDDD at the site according to the procedures in.40 CFR 63.7540(a)(10)(i)through(vi)"
[i.e., Section 2.1 DA.£i and h.ii];and
(B) "This facility has had an energy assessment performed according to 40 CFR 63.7530(e)"[i.e.,Section 2.1
DA.g] and is an accurate depiction of the facility at the time of the assessment,or that the maximum
number of on-site technical hours specified in the definition of energy assessment applicable to the facility
has been expended.
Work Practice Standards[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
f. i. The Permittee shall conduct a tune-up every two years while burning the type of fuel(or fuels in
case of units that routinely burn a mixture)that provided the majority of the heat input to the boiler or process
heater over the 12 months prior to the tune-up,as specified below.
(A) As applicable,inspect the burner,and clean or replace any components of the burner as
necessary(the Permittee may perform the burn inspection any time prior to the tune-up or delay the burner
inspection until the next scheduled unit shutdown.
(B) Inspect the flame pattern,as applicable,and adjust the burner as necessary to optimize the flame pattern.
The adjustment should be consistent with the manufacturer's specifications,if available.
(C) Inspect the system controlling the air-to-fuel ratio,as applicable,and ensure that it is correctly calibrated
and functioning properly(you may delay the inspection until the next scheduled unit shutdown);
(D) Optimize total emissions of carbon monoxide.This optimization should be consistent with the
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manufacturer's specifications,if available,and with any NOx requirement to which the unit is subject;and
(E) Measure the concentrations in the effluent stream of carbon monoxide in parts per million,by volume,and
oxygen in volume percent,before and after the adjustments are made(measurements may be either on a dry
or wet basis,as long as it is the same basis before and after the adjustments are made).Measurements may
be taken using a portable CO analyzer.
[40 CFR 63.7500(a),(e),40 CFR 63.7540(a)(10),(a)(11)]
ii. Each biennial tune-up shall be conducted no more than 25 months after the previous tune-up. [40CFR
63.7515(d)]
iii. If the unit is not operating on the required date for a tune-up,the tune-up must be conducted within 30 calendar
days of startup. [40 CFR 63.7540(a)(13),40 CFR 63.7515(g)]
iv. At all times,you must operate and maintain any affected source,including associated air pollution control
equipment and monitoring equipment,in a manner consistent with safety and good air pollution control
practices for minimizing emissions.Determination of whether such operation and maintenance procedures are
being used will be based on information available to the Administrator that may include,but is not limited to,
monitoring results,review of operation and maintenance procedures,review of operation and maintenance
records,and inspection of the source. [40 CFR 63.7500(a)(3)]
v. The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.1111 if the requirements in Section 2.1
DA.f are not met.
Energy Assessment Requirements[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
g. The Permittee shall have a one-time energy assessment performed by a qualified energy assessor. The energy
assessment must address the requirements in 40 CFR 63 Subpart DDDDD,Table 3,with the extent of the evaluation
for items(a)to(e)in Table 3 appropriate for the on-site technical hours listed in 40 CFR 63.7575. [40 CFR
63.7500(a)(1),Table 3] The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .1111 if these
requirements are not met.
Recordkeeping Requirements[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f),40 CFR 63.7555]
h. The Permittee shall:
i. keep a copy of each notification and report submitted to comply with this subpart,including all documentation
supporting any Initial Notification or Notification of Compliance Status,or compliance report that has been
submitted,according to the requirements in 40 CFR 63.10(b)(2)(xiv). [40 CFR 63.7555(a)(1)]
ii. maintain on-site and submit,if requested by the Administrator,an annual report containing the information in
paragraphs(A)through(C)below:
(A) the concentrations of carbon monoxide in the effluent stream in parts per million by volume,and oxygen in
volume percent,measured at high fire or typical operating load,before and after the tune-up of the source;
(B) a description of any corrective actions taken as a part of the tune-up;and
(C) the type and amount of fuel used over the 12 months prior to the annual adjustment,but only if the unit was
physically and legally capable of using more than one type of fuel during that period.Units sharing a fuel
meter may estimate the fuel use by each unit;and
[40 CFR 63.7540(a)(10)(vi)]
iii. the associated records for Section 2.1 D.4.f and g.
iv. maintain records in a form suitable and readily available for expeditious review;
v. keep each record for 5 years following the date of each occurrence,measurement,maintenance,corrective
action,report,or record;and
vi. keep each record on site for at least 2 years after the date of each occurrence,measurement,maintenance,
corrective action,report,or record.The Permittee can keep the records offsite for the remaining 3 years.
[40 CFR 63.7560,40 CFR 63.10(b)(1)]
vii. be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .I I I I if records are not maintained as described in Section
2.1 DA.h.
Reporting Requirements [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
i. i. The Permittee shall submit compliance reports to the DAQ on a 2-year basis.The first report
shall cover the period beginning on the March 18,2022 and ending on December 31,2023. Subsequent 2-year
reports shall cover the periods from January 1 to December 31.The Permittee shall submit the compliance
reports postmarked on or before January 30 for the preceding reporting period. [40 CFR 63.7550(a),(b)]
ii. The compliance report must also be submitted electronically via the Compliance and Emissions Data Reporting
Interface(CEDRI).CEDRI can be accessed through the EPA's Central Data Exchange(CDX)
(https:Hcdx.epa.eov/).)You must use the appropriate electronic report in CEDRI for this subpart.Instead of
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using the electronic report in CEDRI for this subpart,you may submit an alternate electronic file consistent with
the XML schema listed on the CEDRI Web site(http://www.epa.gov/ttn/chief/cedri/index.html),once the XML
schema is available.If the reporting form specific to this subpart is not available in CEDRI at the time that the
report is due,you must submit the report to the Administrator at the appropriate address listed in§63.13.You
must begin submitting reports via CEDRI no later than 90 days after the form becomes available in CEDRI. [40
CFR 63.7550(h)(3)]
iii. The compliance report must contain the following information:
(A) company name and address;
(B) process unit information,emissions limitations,and operating parameter limitations;
(C) date of report and beginning and ending dates of the reporting period;
(D) include the date of the most recent tune-up for each unit required according to Section 2.1 D.41.Include
the date of the most recent burner inspection if it was not done as scheduled and was delayed until the next
scheduled or unscheduled unit shutdown;and
(E) statement by a responsible official with that official's name,title,and signature,certifying the truth,
accuracy,and completeness of the content of the report.
[40 CFR 63.7550(a)and(c),Table 9]
iv. The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.I I I I if the reporting requirements in
Section 2.1 DAJ are not met.
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E. One natural gas-fired hot water boiler(ID No. ES-WB-3)
The following table provides a sunitnary of limits and standards for the emission sources described above.
Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Particulate Matter 0.40 lb per million Btu 15A NCAC 02D.0503
Sulfur Dioxide 2.3 pounds per million Btu heat input 15A NCAC 02D.0516
Visible Emissions 20 percent opacity 15A NCAC 02D.0521
Hazardous Air Pollutants Work Practice Standards 15A NCAC 02D.1111
40 CFR Part 63, Subpart
DDDDD
1. 15A NCAC 02D.0503: PARTICULATES FROM FUEL BURNING INDIRECT EXCHANGERS
a. Emissions of particulate matter from the combustion of natural gas discharged from this source(ID No.ES-WB-3)into
the atmosphere shall not exceed 0.40 pounds per million Btu heat input.
Testine[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Conditions JJ. If the results of
this test exceed the limit given in Section 2.1 E.La above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A
NCAC 02D.0503.
Monitoring,Recordkeeping,and Reporting Requirements
c. No monitoring,recordkeeping,or reporting is required for particulate emissions from the firing of natural gas in this
source(ID No.ES-WB-3).
2. 15A NCAC 02D.0516: SULFUR DIOXIDE EMISSIONS FROM COMBUSTION SOURCES
a. Emissions of sulfur dioxide from boiler(ID No.ES-WB-3)shall not exceed 2.3 pounds per million Btu heat input.
Sulfur dioxide formed by the combustion of sulfur in fuels,wastes,ores,and other substances shall be included when
determining compliance with this standard.
Testing[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ. If the results of
this test are above the limit given in Section 2.1 E.2.a above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A
NCAC 02D.0516.
Monitoring,Recordkeeping,and Reporting Requirements[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. No monitoring,recordkeeping,or reporting is required for sulfur dioxide emissions from the firing of natural gas in this
source(ID No.ES-WB-3).
3. 15A NCAC 02D.0521: CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. Visible emissions from this boiler(ID No.ES-WB-3)shall not be more than 20 percent opacity when averaged over a
six-minute period. However,six-minute averaging periods may exceed 20 percent not more than once in any hour and
not more than four times in any 24-hour period. In no event shall the six-minute average exceed 87 percent opacity.
Testing[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ. If the results of
this test exceed the limit given in Section 2.1 E.3.a above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A
NCAC 02D.0521.
Monitoring,Recordkeeping,and Reporting[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
No monitoring,recordkeeping,or reporting is required for visible emissions from the firing of natural gas in this source
(ID Nos.ES-WB-3).
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4. 15A NCAC 02D.1111: MAXIMUM ACHIEVABLE CONTROL TECHNOLOGY
Applicability[40 CFR 63.7485,40 CFR 63.7490(b),40 CFR 63.7499(1)]
a. For this source(ID Nos.ES-WB-3)(i.e., new source, units designed to burn gas I fuels with a heat input capacity
equal to or greater than 5MMBtu/hr and less than 10 MMBtu/hr, with no autotrim),the Permittee shall comply with
all applicable provisions,including the monitoring,recordkeeping,and reporting contained in Environmental
Management Commission Standard 15A NCAC 02D .I I I I "Maximum Achievable Control Technology"(MACT)
as promulgated in 40 CFR 63, Subpart DDDDD"National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for
Major Sources: Industrial,Commercial,and Institutional Boilers and Process Heaters"and Subpart A"General
Provisions."
Definitions and Nomenclature[40 CFR 63.7575]
b. For the purpose of this permit condition,the definitions and nomenclature contained in 40 CFR 63.7575 shall apply.
40 CFR Part 63 Subpart A General Provisions[40 CFR 63.7565]
c. The Permittee shall comply with the requirements of 40 CFR 63 Subpart A General Provisions according to the
applicability of Subpart A to such sources as identified in Table 10 to 40 CFR Part 63,Subpart DDDDD.
Compliance Date 140 CFR 63.7495(a)]
d. The Permittee shall comply with the applicable requirements upon startup of this source.
Notifications 140 CFR 63.7545]
e. i. As specified in 40 CFR 63.9(b)(4)and(5),the Permittee shall submit an Initial Notification to the DAQ not
later than 15 days after the actual date of startup of the affected source. [40 CFR 63.7545(c)]
ii. The Permittee shall submit a Notification of Compliance Status to the DAQ within 60 days of startup and
signed by a responsible official.The notification shall contain the following:
(A) a description of the affected unit(s)including identification of which subcategories the unit is in,the design
heat input capacity of the unit,and description of the fuel(s)burned. [40 CFR 63.7545(e)(1)]
iii. The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.I I I I if the requirements in Section 2.1
E.4.e are not met.
Work Practice Standards [15A NCAC 02Q .0508(f)]
f. i. The Permittee shall conduct a tune-up every 2 years while burning the type of fuel(or fuels in case of units that
routinely burn a mixture)that provided the majority of the heat input to the boiler or process heater over the 12
months prior to the tune-up,as specified below:
(A) as applicable,inspect the burner,and clean or replace any components of the burner as necessary.The
Permittee may perform the burner inspection any time prior to the tune-up or delay the burner inspection
until the next scheduled unit shutdown.
(B) inspect the flame pattern,as applicable,and adjust the burner as necessary to optimize the flame
pattern. The adjustment should be consistent with the manufacturer's specifications,if available;
(C) inspect the system controlling the air-to-fuel ratio,as applicable,and ensure that it is correctly
calibrated and functioning properly(the Permittee may delay the inspection until the next scheduled unit
shutdown).
(D) optimize total emissions of CO. This optimization should be consistent with the manufacturer's
specifications,if available,and with any NOx requirement to which the unit is subject.
(E) measure the concentrations in the effluent stream of CO in parts per million,by volume,and oxygen
in volume percent,before and after the adjustments are made(measurements may be either on a dry or wet
basis,as long as it is the same basis before and after the adjustments are made).Measurements may be
taken using a portable CO analyzer.
[40 CFR 63.7500(a),40 CFR 63.7540(a)(10),(a)(11)]
ii. Each 2-year tune-up shall be conducted no more than 25 months after the previous tune-up. The initial tune-up
shall be conducted no later than 25 months after the initial startup of the source. [40 CFR 63.7515(d)]
iii. If the unit is not operating on the required date for a tune-up,the tune-up must be conducted within 30 calendar
days of startup.[40 CFR 63.7540(a)(13),40 CFR 63.7515(g)]
iv. At all times,you must operate and maintain any affected source,including associated air pollution control
equipment and monitoring equipment,in a manner consistent with safety and good air pollution control
practices for minimizing emissions.Determination of whether such operation and maintenance procedures are
being used will be based on information available to the Administrator that may include,but is not limited to,
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monitoring results,review of operation and maintenance procedures,review of operation and maintenance
records,and inspection of the source. [40 CFR 63.7500(a)(3)]
v. The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.1111 if the requirements in Section 2.1
E.4.f are not met.
Recordkeeping Requirements[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
g. The Permittee shall:
i. keep a copy of each notification and report submitted to comply with this subpart,including all documentation
supporting any Initial Notification or Notification of Compliance Status or compliance report that has been
submitted,according to the requirements in 40 CFR 63.10(b)(2)(xiv). [40 CFR 63.7555(a)(1)]
ii. maintain on-site and submit,if requested by the Administrator,a report containing the information in
paragraphs(A)through(C)below:
(A) the concentrations of CO in the effluent stream in parts per million by volume,and oxygen in volume
percent,measured at high fire or typical operating load,before and after the tune-up of the boiler or process
heater;
(B) a description of any corrective actions taken as a part of the tune-up;and
(C) the type and amount of fuel used over the 12 months prior to the tune-up,but only if the unit
was physically and legally capable of using more than one type of fuel during that period.Units sharing a
fuel meter may estimate the fuel use by each unit.
[40 CFR 63.7540(a)(10)(vi)]
iii. keep the associated records for Section 2.1 E.41
iv. maintain records in a form suitable and readily available for expeditious review;
v. keep each record for 5 years following the date of each occurrence,measurement,maintenance,corrective
action,report,or record;and
vi. keep each record on site for at least 2 years after the date of each occurrence,measurement,maintenance,
corrective action,report,or record.The Permittee can keep the records offsite for the remaining 3 years.
[40 CFR 63.7560,40 CFR 63.10(b)(1)]
vii. be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.I I I I if records are not maintained pursuant to Section 2.1
EA.g.
Reporting Requirements [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
h. i. The Permittee shall submit compliance reports to the DAQ on a 2-year basis.The first report
shall cover the period beginning on the compliance date specified in Section 2.1 E.4.d(i.e.,start-up)and ending
on the earliest December 315t less than two years from the compliance date. Subsequent 2-year reports shall
cover the periods from January 1 to December 31.The Pennittee shall submit the compliance reports
postmarked on or before January 30. [40 CFR 63.7550(a),(b)]
ii. The compliance report must also be submitted electronically via the Compliance and Emissions Data Reporting
Interface(CEDRI).CEDRI can be accessed through the EPA's Central Data Exchange(CDX)
(https:Hcdx.epa.gov/).)You must use the appropriate electronic report in CEDRI for this subpart.Instead of
using the electronic report in CEDRI for this subpart,you may submit an alternate electronic file consistent with
the XML schema listed on the CEDRI Web site(http://www.epa.gov/ttn/chief/cedri/index.html),once the XML
schema is available.If the reporting form specific to this subpart is not available in CEDRI at the time that the
report is due,you must submit the report to the Administrator at the appropriate address listed in 40 CFR 63.13.
You must begin submitting reports via CEDRI no later than 90 days after the form becomes available in
CEDRI. [40 CFR 63.7550(h)(3)]
iii. The compliance report must contain the following information:
(A) Company name and address;
(B) Process unit information,emissions limitations,and operating parameter limitations;
(C) Date of report and beginning and ending dates of the reporting period;
(D) Include the date of the most recent tune-up for each unit required according to Section 2.1 E.41 Include the
date of the most recent burner inspection if it was not done annually and was delayed until the next
scheduled or unscheduled unit shutdown.
(E) Statement by a responsible official with that official's name,title,and signature,certifying the truth,
accuracy,and completeness of the content of the report.
[40 CFR 63.7550(a)and(c),Table 9]
iv. The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.I I I I if the reporting requirements in
Section 2.1 EA.h are not met.
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F. One natural gas-fired steam boiler(ID No.ES-SB)
The following table provides a suniniary of limits and standards for the emission sources described above.
Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Particulate Matter 0.40 lb per million Btu 15A NCAC 02D.0503
Sulfur Dioxide 2.3 pounds per million Btu heat input 15A NCAC 02D.0516
Visible Emissions 20 percent opacity 15A NCAC 02D.0521
Hazardous Air Pollutants Work Practice Standards 15A NCAC 02D.1111
40 CFR Part 63, Subpart
DDDDD
1. 15A NCAC 02D.0503: PARTICULATES FROM FUEL BURNING INDIRECT EXCHANGERS
a. Emissions of particulate matter from the combustion of natural gas discharged from this source(ID No.ES-SB)into the
atmosphere shall not exceed 0.40 pounds per million Btu heat input.
Testing[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Conditions JJ. If the results of
this test exceed the limit given in Section 2.1 F.La above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A
NCAC 02D.0503.
Monitoring,Recordkeening,and Reporting Requirements
c. No monitoring,recordkeeping,or reporting is required for particulate emissions from the firing of natural gas in this
source(ID No.ES-SB).
2. 15A NCAC 02D.0516: SULFUR DIOXIDE EMISSIONS FROM COMBUSTION SOURCES
a. Emissions of sulfur dioxide from boiler(ID No.ES-SB)shall not exceed 2.3 pounds per million Btu heat input. Sulfur
dioxide formed by the combustion of sulfur in fuels,wastes,ores,and other substances shall be included when
determining compliance with this standard.
Testing[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ. If the results of
this test are above the limit given in Section 2.1 F.2.a above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A
NCAC 02D.0516.
Monitoring,Recordkeeping,and Reporting Requirements[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. No monitoring,recordkeeping,or reporting is required for sulfur dioxide emissions from the firing of natural gas in this
source(ID No.ES-SB).
3. 15A NCAC 02D.0521: CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. Visible emissions from this boiler(ID No.ES-SB)shall not be more than 20 percent opacity when averaged over a six-
minute period. However,six-minute averaging periods may exceed 20 percent not more than once in any hour and not
more than four times in any 24-hour period. In no event shall the six-minute average exceed 87 percent opacity.
Testing[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ. If the results of
this test exceed the limit given in Section 2.1 F.3.a above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A
NCAC 02D.0521.
Monitoring,Recordkeeping,and Reporting[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
No monitoring,recordkeeping,or reporting is required for visible emissions from the firing of natural gas in this source
(ID Nos.ES-SB).
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4. 15A NCAC 02D.1111: MAXIMUM ACHIEVABLE CONTROL TECHNOLOGY
Applicability[40 CFR 63.7485,40 CFR 63.7490(b),40 CFR 63.7499(1)]
a. For this(ID Nos.ES-SB)(i.e., new source, units designed to burn gas I fuels with a heat input capacity less than
5MMBtu/hr, with no autotrim),the Permittee shall comply with all applicable provisions,including the monitoring,
recordkeeping,and reporting contained in Environmental Management Commission Standard 15A NCAC 02D
.1111 "Maximum Achievable Control Technology"(MACT)as promulgated in 40 CFR 63,Subpart DDDDD
"National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Major Sources:Industrial,Commercial,and
Institutional Boilers and Process Heaters"and Subpart A"General Provisions."
Definitions and Nomenclature[40 CFR 63.7575]
b. For the purpose of this permit condition,the defmitions and nomenclature contained in 40 CFR 63.7575 shall apply.
40 CFR Part 63 Subpart A General Provisions[40 CFR 63.7565]
c. The Permittee shall comply with the requirements of 40 CFR 63 Subpart A General Provisions according to the
applicability of Subpart A to such sources as identified in Table 10 to 40 CFR Part 63,Subpart DDDDD.
Compliance Date 140 CFR 63.7495(a)]
d. The Permittee shall comply with the applicable requirements upon startup of this source.
Notifications 140 CFR 63.7545]
e. i. As specified in 40 CFR 63.9(b)(4)and(5),the Permittee shall submit an Initial Notification to the DAQ
not later than 15 days after the actual date of startup of the affected source. [40 CFR 63.7545(c)]
ii. The Permittee shall submit an initial Notification of Compliance Status to the DAQ within 60 days of startup
and signed by a responsible official.The notification shall contain the following:
(A) a description of the affected unit(s)including identification of which subcategories the unit is
in,the design heat input capacity of the unit,and description of the f iel(s)burned. [40 CFR 63.7545(e)(1)]
iii. The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.I I I 1 if the requirements in Section 2.1
F.4.e are not met.
Work Practice Standards [15A NCAC 02Q .0508(f)]
f. i. The Permittee shall conduct a tune-up every 5 years while burning the type of fuel(or fuels in
case of units that routinely burn a mixture)that provided the majority of the heat input to the boiler or process
heater over the 12 months prior to the tune-up,as specified below:
(A) as applicable,inspect the burner,and clean or replace any components of the burner as
necessary. The Permittee may perform the burner inspection any time prior to the tune-up or delay the
burner inspection until the next scheduled or unscheduled shutdown but the burner must be inspected at
least once every 72 months.
(B) inspect the flame pattern,as applicable,and adjust the burner as necessary to optimize the
flame pattern.The adjustment should be consistent with the manufacturer's specifications,if available;
(C) inspect the system controlling the air-to-fuel ratio,as applicable,and ensure that it is
correctly calibrated and functioning properly(you may delay the inspection until the next scheduled unit
shutdown).
(D) optimize total emissions of CO. This optimization should be consistent with the
manufacturer's specifications,if available,and with any NOX requirement to which the unit is subject.
(E) measure the concentrations in the effluent stream of CO in parts per million,by volume,and
oxygen in volume percent,before and after the adjustments are made(measurements may be either on a dry
or wet basis,as long as it is the same basis before and after the adjustments are made).Measurements may
be taken using a portable CO analyzer.
[40 CFR 63.7500(a),40 CFR 63.7540(a)(10),(a)(12)]
ii. Each 5-year tune-up shall be conducted no more than 61 months after the previous tune-up. The initial tune-up
shall be conducted no later than 61 months after the initial startup of the source. [40 CFR 63.7515(d)]
iii. If the unit is not operating on the required date for a tune-up,the tune-up must be conducted within 30 calendar
days of startup. [40 CFR 63.7540(a)(13),40 CFR 63.7515(g)]
iv. At all times,you must operate and maintain any affected source,including associated air pollution control
equipment and monitoring equipment,in a manner consistent with safety and good air pollution control
practices for minimizing emissions.Determination of whether such operation and maintenance procedures are
being used will be based on information available to the Administrator that may include,but is not limited to,
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monitoring results,review of operation and maintenance procedures,review of operation and maintenance
records,and inspection of the source. [40 CFR 63.7500(a)(3)]
v. The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.1111 if the requirements in Section 2.1
FAX are not met.
Recordkeeping Requirements[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
g. The Permittee shall:
i. keep a copy of each notification and report submitted to comply with this subpart,including all documentation
supporting any Initial Notification or Notification of Compliance Status or compliance report that has been
submitted,according to the requirements in 40 CFR 63.10(b)(2)(xiv). [40 CFR 63.7555(a)(1)]
ii. maintain on-site and submit,if requested by the Administrator,a report containing the information in
paragraphs(A)through(C)below:
(A) the concentrations of CO in the effluent stream in parts per million by volume,and oxygen
in volume percent,measured at high fire or typical operating load,before and after the tune-up of the boiler
or process heater;
(B) a description of any corrective actions taken as a part of the tune-up;and
(C) the type and amount of fuel used over the 12 months prior to the tune-up,but only if the unit
was physically and legally capable of using more than one type of fuel during that period.Units sharing a fuel
meter may estimate the fuel use by each unit.
[40 CFR 63.7540(a)(10)(vi)]
iii. keep the associated records for Section 2.1 FA.f.
iv. maintain records in a form suitable and readily available for expeditious review;
v. keep each record for 5 years following the date of each occurrence,measurement,maintenance,corrective
action,report,or record;and
vi. keep each record on site for at least 2 years after the date of each occurrence,measurement,maintenance,
corrective action,report,or record.The Permittee can keep the records offsite for the remaining 3 years.
[40 CFR 63.7560,40 CFR 63.10(b)(1)]
vii. be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.I I I I if records are not maintained pursuant to Section 2.1
FA.g.
Reporting Requirements [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
h. i. The Permittee shall submit compliance reports to the DAQ on a 5-year basis.The first report
shall cover the period beginning on the compliance date specified in Section 2.1 FAA(i.e.,start-up)and ending
on the earliest December 315t within five years from the compliance date. Subsequent 5-year reports shall cover
the periods from January 1 to December 31.The Permittee shall submit the compliance reports postmarked on
or before January 30. [40 CFR 63.7550(a),(b)]
ii. The compliance report must also be submitted electronically via the Compliance and Emissions Data Reporting
Interface(CEDRI).CEDRI can be accessed through the EPA's Central Data Exchange(CDX)
(https:Hcdx.epa.gov/).)You must use the appropriate electronic report in CEDRI for this subpart.Instead of
using the electronic report in CEDRI for this subpart,you may submit an alternate electronic file consistent with
the XML schema listed on the CEDRI Web site(http://www.epa.gov/ttn/chief/cedri/index.html),once the XML
schema is available.If the reporting form specific to this subpart is not available in CEDRI at the time that the
report is due,you must submit the report to the Administrator at the appropriate address listed in§63.13.You
must begin submitting reports via CEDRI no later than 90 days after the form becomes available in CEDRI. [40
CFR 63.7550(h)(3)]
iii. The compliance report must contain the following information:
(A) Company name and address;
(B) Process unit information,emissions limitations,and operating parameter limitations;
(C) Date of report and beginning and ending dates of the reporting period;
(D) Include the date of the most recent tune-up for each unit required according to Section 2.1 F.41. Include
the date of the most recent burner inspection if it was not done annually and was delayed until the next
scheduled or unscheduled unit shutdown.
(E) Statement by a responsible official with that official's name,title,and signature,certifying the truth,
accuracy,and completeness of the content of the report.
[40 CFR 63.7550(a)and(c),Table 9]
iv. The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .I I I I if the reporting requirements in
Section 2.1 F.4.h are not met.
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2.2 Multiple Emission Source(s) Specific Limitations and Conditions
A. Over-cladding Units (ID No.ES-9, excluding cell 5 units)
Two 8.76 MMBtu/hr natural gas-fired boilers (ID Nos. ES-boiler 3 and ES-boiler 4)
Insignificant Sources
Two natural gas-fired hot water boilers (ID Nos.I-WB-1 and I-WB-2);
One waste water sludge dryer(ID No.I-SD-1);
One diesel-fired fire pump (ID No. I-FP);
One parts washer(ID No.I-PW); and
Multiple roof top air handling units (ID No.I-AHU)
The following provides a sunitnary of limits and/or standards for the emission sources described above.
Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Nitrogen Oxides Total emissions of nitrogen oxides shall be less than 250 15A NCAC 02Q.0317
tons per consecutive 12-month period. PSD Avoidance
1. 15A NCAC 02Q.0317:AVOIDANCE CONDITIONS
for 15A NCAC 02D.0530:PREVENTION OF SIGNIFICANT DETERIORATION
a. POS&AOS-Total emissions of nitrogen oxides from equipment in Cell 4 and two boilers(ID Nos.I-WB-1 and I-WB-2)
shall be less than 250 tons per consecutive 12-month period. The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A
NCAC 02D.0530 if NOx emissions exceed this limit.
b. To ensure compliance with the above emissions limits,nitrogen oxides from Over-cladding Units contained in Cell 4(ID
No.ES-9,excluding cell 5 units)shall be controlled by a fabric filter with hydrated lime injection(ID No.IDS)in series
with a selective catalytic NOx reduction system(ID No.1SCR).
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0530 if NOx emissions from these sources are not
controlled as provided above.
Testing[15A NCAC 02Q .0508(f)]
c. Over-cladding Units
i. POS&AOS-Uncontrolled NOx emissions from individual torch Over-cladding Units Cell 4 only(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.
ii. POS&AOS-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 02D.0530 if uncontrolled NOx emissions from these
sources are not tested and validated as provided above.
d Dry Scrubber System Lime Injection and Fabric Filter)
i. AOS-NOx emissions from Over-cladding Units(Cell 4;ID No.ES-9)shall be tested prior to the dry scrubber control
(ID No.IDS)to determine the dry scrubber uncontrolled NOx rate used in demonstrating compliance with the PSD
avoidance condition.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0530 if NOx emissions from these sources are not
tested and validated as provided above.
e. SCR System
i. POS&AOS-NOx emissions from Over-cladding Units(Cell 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. POS&AOS-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 02D.0530 if NOx emissions from these sources are not tested as provided
above.
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Testing[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
f. POS&AOS—If emissions testing is required,the Permittee shall perform such testing in accordance with General
Condition JJ. If the results of this test are above the limit given in Section 2.2 A.La above,the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0530.
Monitoring and Recordkeeping [15A NCAC 02Q .0508(f)]
g. POS&AOS—Continuous NO and NO2 emission analyzers shall be installed upstream and downstream of the SCR(ID
No.1SCR)to monitor emissions from the Over-cladding Units(ID No.ES-9)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 recorded after calibration at the inlet and outlet monitors.
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 Pennittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0530 if NOx emissions are not monitored as
required above.
h. POS&AOS—Calculation of monthly NOx emissions shall be made at the end of each month. Facility-wide NOx
emissions shall be determined by adding emissions from the boilers(ID No.ES-boileB and ES-boileM)and insignificant
sources(ID Nos.I-WB-1,I-WB-2,I-SD-1,I-FP,I-PW,and I-AHU);using AP-42 emission factors,and the Over-
cladding Units in Cell 4(ID No.ES 9)including dry scrubber NOx emission rate,and the SCR control efficiency for
periods when the SCR system was used. Calculation of NOx emissions using test data from(ID No.ES 9)shall be
performed as follows:
i. NOx emissions from boilers and insignificant sources shall be determined using current EPA AP-42 emissions factors
and actual heat input rates.
ii. NOx emissions from Over-cladding Units in Cells 4(ID No.ES-9)shall be determined by multiplying operating hours
for each over-cladding unit group type by the pounds of NOx per unit-hour determined from source testing.The
number of operating hours for small and large torch groups shall be a separate record. Emissions of NOx shall be
calculated using the uncontrolled emission rate demonstrated in the most recent stack test,as provided in Section 2.2
A.l.c.
iii. Inclusion of SCR Emissions Reductions—Calculation of NOx emissions may include SCR emissions reductions during
SCR operating periods. The daily control efficiency determined in accordance with 2.2 A.Le shall be used to reduce
the amount of uncontrolled emissions calculated per 2.2 A.l.c.ii on a daily basis.
(A) 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.
(B) 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.
(C) Inspection and Maintenance Requirements-To comply with the provisions of this permit and ensure that
emissions do not exceed the regulatory limits,the Permittee shall establish an inspection and maintenance(I&M)
schedule/checklist for the SCR based on manufacturer's recommendations. As a minimum,the I&M program will
include an annual inspection of the burners,catalyst,the catalyst housing,and associated ducting to ensure
structural integrity.
i. Operating hours for the SCR,Over-cladding Units,SCR control efficiency calculations,NOx emission calculations,
inspection/calibration/maintenance of the NOx analyzers,inspection and maintenance of the SCR,and the total monthly
amount of NOx emissions must be recorded in an emissions log. The Permittee shall make the log available to officials of
the DAQ upon request. The emissions log must be kept on file for a minimum of five years. The Permittee shall be
deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0530 if calculation or records are not maintained.
Reporting[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
j. POS&AOS—The Permittee shall submit a semiannual summary report,acceptable to the Regional Air Quality Supervisor,
of monitoring and recordkeeping activities given in Section 2.2 A.l.g and h above 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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B. Cells 5, 6, and 7 Equipment consisting of-
Over-cladding Units (ID No.ES-9a)
Two 8.0 million Btu per hour heat input natural gas-fired boilers (ID Nos.ES-boilerl and ES-
boiler2);
Two 10.0 million Btu per hour SCR flue gas re-heaters (ID Nos.IES-SCR-FGH1 and IES-SCR-
FGH2); and
Two 1.0 million Btu per hour SCR ammonia injector dilution air heaters (ID Nos.IES-SCR-
AIHl and IES-SCR-AIH2).
The following provides a summary of limits and/or standards for the emission sources described above.
Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Nitrogen Oxides Total emissions of nitrogen oxides shall be less than 250 15A NCAC 02Q .0317
tons per consecutive 12-month period. PSD Avoidance
t. 15A NCAC 02Q.0317:AVOIDANCE CONDITIONS
for 15A NCAC 02D.0530:PREVENTION OF SIGNIFICANT DETERIORATION
a. POS&AOS-The nitrogen oxides emissions increase due to equipment operation shall be less than 250 tons per
consecutive 12-month period. The Pernttee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0530 if NOx
emissions exceed this limit.
Control Requirements
b. AOS-To ensure compliance with the above emissions limits,nitrogen oxides from Over-cladding Units-Cells 5,6,
and 7(ID No.ES-9a)shall be controlled by:
i. A fabric filter with hydrated lime injection(ID No.2DS),or
ii. A fabric filter with hydrated lime injection(ID No.2DS)in series with a selective catalytic NOx reduction system
(ID No.2SCR).
The Pennittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0530 if NOx emissions are not controlled as
provided above.
Testing Requirements [15A NCAC 02Q .0508(f)]
c. New Technology Over-cladding Units
i. POS&AOS-Uncontrolled NOx emissions from individual new technology torch Over-cladding Units-Cells 5,
6,and 7(ID No.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. POS&AOS-The test results must be submitted to the Regional Supervisor within 120 days(or alternate date
approved by DAQ)from the commencement of operation of the Over-cladding Units—Cells 5,6,and 7(ID No.
9a).
iii. POS&AOS-Uncontrolled over-cladding emission rates must be revalidated annually.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0530 if NOx emissions from these sources are
not tested and validated as provided above.
d. Dry Scrubber System Lime Injection and Fabric Filter)
i. AOS-NOx emissions from Over-cladding Units-Cells 5,6,and 7(ID No.ES-9a)prior to the dry scrubber
control(ID Nos.2DS)shall be tested to determine dry scrubber control emission rate to be used in demonstrating
compliance with the PSD avoidance condition.
ii. AOS-The test results must be submitted to the Regional Supervisor within 120 days(or alternate date approved
by DAQ)from the commencement of operation of the Over-cladding Unit(ID No.ES-9a).
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0530 if NOx emissions from these sources are
not tested and validated as provided above.
e. SCR Syste
i. POS&AOS-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.
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ii. POS&AOS-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 deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0530 if NOx emissions from these sources are
not tested as provided above.
f. General
POS&AOS-Emissions testing is required. The testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ.
If the results of this test are above the limit given in Section 2.2 B.La above,the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0530.
Monitoring and Recordkeeping Requirements
g. POS&AOS-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.
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 02D.0530 if NOx emissions are not monitored as
provided above.
h. POS&AOS-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 Over-cladding Units(ID No.ES-9a)in Cells 5,
6,and 7 including dry scrubber NOx emission rate,and the SCR control efficiency for periods when the selective
catalytic NOx reduction system was used,two boilers at 8.0 million Btu per hour heat input(ES-boilerl and ES-
boiler2),two 10 million Btu per hour heat input each SCR flue gas re-heaters(I-SCR-FGH1 and I-SCR-FGH2),and
two one million Btu per hour each SCR ammonia dilution air heaters(ID No.I-SCR-AIHl and I-SCR-AIH2)as
follows:
i. NOx emissions from boilers and SCR heaters shall be determined using current EPA AP-42 emissions factors and
actual heat input rates.
ii. Uncontrolled NOx emission from Over-cladding Units—Cells 5,6,and 7(ID No.ES 9a)shall be determined by
multiplying operating hours for Over-cladding Units by the uncontrolled pounds of NOx per unit-hour determined
from source testing.
iii. 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.Lh shall be used to reduce the amount of
uncontrolled emissions calculated per 2.2 B.l.h.ii.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.
iv. Inspection and Maintenance Requirements-To comply with the provisions of this permit and ensure that
emissions do not exceed the regulatory limits,the Permittee shall establish an inspection and maintenance(I&M)
schedule/checklist for the SCRs based on manufacturer's recommendations. As a minimum,the I&M program
will include an annual inspection of the burners,catalyst,the catalyst housing,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 maintenance of the SCRs,and the total
monthly amount of NOx emissions must be recorded in an emissions log.The Permittee shall make the log available to
officials of the 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 02D.0530 if records are not maintained.
Reporting Requirements
i. POS&AOS-Submit a semiannual summary report,acceptable to the Regional Air Quality Supervisor,of monitoring
and recordkeeping activities given in Section 2.2 B.Lg and h above 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:
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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.
C. Chemical Vapor Deposition Units (ID No.ES-1) consisting of:
Cells 5, 6, and 7 with Gas Cabinets (ID No.ES-4), Collapse Furnaces (ID No.ES-14),
Chemical Room (ID No.ES-11, and SiC14 Storage Room (ID No.ES-11 venting to Wet
Scrubber(ID No.3WS); and,
Over-cladding Units (ID No.ES-9) consisting of:
Cell 4, and four Cell 5 units venting to fabric filter with hydrated lime injection (ID No. 1DS)
venting to an ammonia injected selective catalytic NOx reduction system (ID No. 1SCR);
and,
Over-cladding Units (ID No.ES-9a) consisting of:
Cells 6, 7, and five Cell 5 units venting to fabric filter system (ID No. 2DS)venting to an
ammonia injected selective catalytic NOx reduction system (ID No. 2SCR); and,
Etching Operations (ID No.ES-Etch) equipped with a Wet Scrubber System (ID No.4WS); and,
Over-cladding Units- Sintering Operations (ID No.ES-13) equipped with:
Wet Scrubber(ID Nos.3WS or 5WS)
The following provides a summary of limits and/or standards for the emission sources described above.
Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
State-enforceable Only
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/cubic meter- lhr
15A NCAC 02D .1100
C12: 0.9 milligrams/cubic meter- 1 hr and
0.0375 milligrams/cubic meter-24 hr
HF: 0.25 milligrams/cubic meter- lhr
0.03 milligrams/cubic meter-24 hr
NH3: 2.7 milligrams/cubic meter- lhr
STATE-ONLY REOUIREMENT
1. 15A NCAC 02D.1100"CONTROL OF TOXIC AIR POLLUTANTS"
Emission Limits and Control Requirements
Emission Point Affected Sources Pollutant Emission Limit
EP-I I Wet Scrubber#1 (ID No.3WS)
Envirocare#1 Hydrogen Chloride 34.2 lb/hr
Includes emission from:
Cells 5,6,and 7 CVD' (ID Nos.ES-1) Chlorine 43.97 lb/hr
Cells 5,6,and 7 GC2(ID No.ES-4), 212.71 lb/day
Cells 5,6 and 7 CF3(ID No.ES-14)
Chemical Room(ID No.ES-11)
SiC14 Storage Room(ID No.ES-18)
EP-13 1 Wet Scrubber(ID Nos.3WS or 5WS)
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Emission Point Affected Sources Pollutant Emission Limit
EP-21 Combined stack for SCRs(ID Nos. 1SCR Ammonia 1.584 lb/hr per SCR
and 2SCR)
EP-11 Wet Scrubber#1 (ID No.3WS)
Envirocare#1
Includes emission from:
Cells 5,6,and 7 CVD' (ID Nos.ES-1)
Cells 5,6,and 7 GCZ(ID No.ES-4),
Cells 5,6 and 7 CF3(ID No.ES-1 4)
Chemical Room(ID No.ES-11)
SiC14 Storage Room(ID No.ES-18)
EP-18 Dry scrubber(ID No. 1DS)or
EP-21 SCR(ID No. 1SCR)
Cells 4,and four Cell 5 OC4 units(ID No. 2.85 lb/hr
ES-9) Hydrogen Fluoride 37.95 lb/day
EP-19 Dry scrubber#1 (ID No.2DS)or
EP-21 SCR(ID No.2SCR)
Cells 6,7,and five Cell 5 OC4 units
(ID No.ES-9a)
EP-4WS Wet Scrubber(ID No.4WS)
Includes emission from:
Etching operations(ID No.ES-Etch)
EP-13 Wet Scrubber(ID Nos.3WS or 5WS)
1.Chemical Vapor Depositions
2.Gas Cabinets
3.Collapse Furnaces
4.Over-cladding Units
a. The Permittee has submitted a toxic air pollutant dispersion modeling analysis(October 28,2021)for the facility's
toxic air pollutant emissions as listed in the above table. The modeling was reviewed and approved by the AQAB on
(January 4,2022). Placement of the emission sources,configuration of the emission points,and operation of the
sources shall be in accordance with the submitted dispersion modeling analysis and should reflect any changes from the
original analysis submittal as outlined in the AQAB review memo.
b. Emissions from the CVD processes will be controlled by the scrubber(ID No.3WS).
c. AOS-Emissions from the Over-cladding Units(ID Nos.ES-9 and ES-9a)shall be controlled by two fabric filters
each with hydrated lime injection(ID Nos.1DS and 2DS).
d. Emissions from the Over-cladding Units-Sintering Operations(ID No.ES-13)shall be controlled by either wet
scrubber(ID Nos.3WS or 5WS).
e. General
If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ.
Monitoring,Recordkeeping and Reporting [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
f. Monitoring,recordkeeping,and reporting pertain to inspection and maintenance of control devices and parametric
monitoring to ensure control efficiencies. These are addressed above in 2.1 A.l.b.iii-xi.and 2.1 A.l.c.iii-viii.
g. 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 Fabric Filter with Hydrated Lime Injection (ID No. 1DS)POS and AOS
1. 15A NCAC 02D.0614:Compliance Assurance Monitoring
a. Primary Operating Scenario and Alternative Operating Scenario for emission sources(ID Nos.ES-9)is defined in
Section 2.1 A.La and b above.
Applicable Regulations,Emission Limit,Monitoring Requirements and Control Technology
b. i. Regulation:
(A) 15A NCAC 02D.0515
ii. Emission limits:
(A) Emissions of particulate matter shall not exceed an allowable emission rate as calculated by the following
equations:
E=4.10 x P0.67 (for process rates less than or equal to 30 tons per hour),or
E=55.0 x Po"—40 (for process rates greater than 30 tons per hour)
Where E=allowable emission rate in pounds per hour
P=process weight in tons per hour
iii. Monitoring Requirements:
(A) POS&AOS—Pressure drop across the fabric filter,and
(B) AOS—Lime injection rate.
iv. Control Technology:
(A) Fabric Filter with hydrated lime injection—(ID No. IDS)
Monitoring Approach
c. The key elements of the monitoring approach for particulate matter,including parameters to be monitored,parameter
ranges and performance criteria are presented in the following table.
Indicator#1—POS&AOS Indicator#2-AOS
Pressure 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 An excursion is defined as an injection
differential pressure(DP)less than 0.1 inches rate reading less than 33 pounds per
of water pressure drop or more than 9 inches hour. An excursion triggers an
Indicator Range of water pressure drop. An excursion inspection,corrective action,and a
triggers an inspection,corrective action,and reporting requirement.
a reporting requirement.
QIP Threshold The QIP threshold is six excursions in a six- The QIP threshold is six excursions in a
month reporting period. six-month reporting period.
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 N/A N/A
Operational Status
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Indicator#1—POS&AOS Indicator#2-AOS
Pressure drop across the fabric filter. Lime injection rate.
Daily zero checks to verify gauge
QA/QC Practices and operability.The pressure gauge is calibrated The flow meter is calibrated annually
Criteria monthly using a second gauge and the gauge based on manufacturer's instructions.
is replaced when the difference exceeds 5%.
Monitoring Frequency Monitored Continuously Monitored Continuously
Data Collection Manually,once per day. Manually,once per day.
Procedure
Averaging Period N/A N/A
Recordkeeping and Reporting[15A NCAC 02Q .0508(f),40 CFR 64.9]
d. The Permittee shall comply with the recordkeeping requirements of 40 CFR 64.9(b)and submit a summary report of
the monitoring and recordkeeping activities given in Section 2.3 A.Lb,above 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. The reports shall comply with the reporting requirements of 40 CFR 64.9(a)and
include,at a minimum the following information,as applicable:
i. Summary information on the number,duration and cause(including unknown cause,if applicable)of excursions
or exceedances,as applicable,and the corrective actions taken;
ii. Summary information on the number,duration and cause(including unknown cause,if applicable)for monitor
downtime incidents(other than downtime associated with zero and span or other daily calibration checks,if
applicable);and
iii. A description of the actions taken to implement a QIP during the reporting period as specified in 40 CFR 64.8.
Upon completion of a QIP,the owner or operator shall include in the next summary report documentation that the
implementation of the plan has been completed and reduced the likelihood of similar levels of excursions or
exceedances occurring.
B. One Fabric Filter With Hydrated Lime Injection (ID No. 2DS) POS and AOS
1. 15A NCAC 02D.0614: Compliance Assurance Monitoring
a. Primary Operating Scenario and Alternative Operating Scenario for emission sources(ID No.ES-9a)is defined in
Section 2.1 A.La and b above.
Applicable Regulations,Emission Limit,Monitoring Requirements and Control Technology
b. i. Regulation:
(A) 15A NCAC 02D.0515
ii. Emission limits:
(A) Emissions of particulate matter shall not exceed an allowable emission rate as calculated by the following
equations:
E=4.10 x Po" (for process rates less than or equal to 30 tons per hour),or
E=55.0 x Po"—40 (for process rates greater than 30 tons per hour)
Where E=allowable emission rate in pounds per hour
P=process weight in tons per hour
iii. Monitoring Requirements:
(A) POS&AOS—Pressure drop across the fabric filter,and
(B) AOS—Lime injection rate.
iv. Control Technology:
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(A) Fabric Filter with hydrated lime injection—(ID No.2DS)
Monitoring Approach
c. The key elements of the monitoring approach for particulate matter,including parameters to be monitored,parameter
ranges and performance criteria are presented in the following table.
Indicator#1—POS&AOS Indicator#2-AOS
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 An excursion is defined as an injection
differential pressure(DP)less than 0.1 inches rate reading less than 33 pounds per
hour. An excursion triggers an
of water pressure drop or more than 9 inches of
Indicator Range water pressure drop. An excursion triggers an inspection,corrective action,and a
reporting requirement.
inspection,corrective action,and a reporting
requirement.
QIP Threshold The QIP threshold is six excursions in a six- The QIP threshold is six excursions in
month reporting period. a six-month reporting period.
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 N/A N/A
Operational Status
Daily zero checks to 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 difference exceeds 5%.
Monitoring Frequency Monitored Continuously Monitored Continuously
Data Collection Manually,once per day. Manually,once per day.
Procedure
Averaging Period N/A N/A
Recordkeeping and Reporting[15A NCAC 02Q .0508(f),40 CFR 64.9]
d. The Permittee shall comply with the recordkeeping requirements of 40 CFR 64.9(b)and submit a summary report of
the monitoring and recordkeeping activities in Section 2.3 B.Lb,above,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. The reports shall comply with the reporting requirements of 40 CFR 64.9(a)and include,at
a minimum,the following information,as applicable:
i. Summary information on the number,duration and cause(including unknown cause,if applicable)of excursions
or exceedances,as applicable,and the corrective actions taken;
ii. Summary information on the number,duration and cause(including unknown cause,if applicable)for monitor
downtime incidents(other than downtime associated with zero and span or other daily calibration checks,if
applicable);and
iii. A description of the actions taken to implement a QIP during the reporting period as specified in 40 CFR 64.8.
Upon completion of a QIP,the owner or operator shall include in the next summary report documentation that the
implementation of the plan has been completed and reduced the likelihood of similar levels of excursions or
exceedances occurring.
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SECTION 3 -INSIGNIFICANT ACTIVITIES PER 15A NCAC 02Q .0503(8)
Emission Source ID No. Emission Source Description',2
I-AHU Multiple roof top air handling units
I-ES-15 Collapse process hoods
I-ES-5 Prep hoods
I-ES-13,I-ES-13a,ES-13b Three central vacuum systems with fabric filter(IES-13CD)
I-ES-10 Glass saw hoods
I-ES-SCR-FGH1 and I-ES-SCR- Two natural gas-fired flue gas re-heaters(10 million Btu per hour
FGH2 each)
I-ES-SCR-AIH1 and I-ES-SCR- Two natural gas-fired ammonia injector dilution air heaters(1.0
AIH2 million Btu per hour each)
I-SD-1 Waste water sludge dryer
I-ES-7 Draw towers
I-Clean Machine cleaning stations with 10 eight-gallon capacity acetone baths
I-BEL Sixteen Buffering extruder lines
I-JEL Eleven Jacketing extruder lines
I-JM Jacket Melters
I-FH Eight flame heaters for the jacket extruder lines(0.044 million Btu per
hour each
I-PL Sixteen Printing lines
I-FBW Fluidized bed washer
I-PW Parts washer
I-Draw Clean Cleaning stations
I-WB-1 and I-WB-2 Two hot water boilers(0.75 million Btu per hour each)
I-WH-1 and I-WH-2 Two domestic water heaters(0.75 million Btu per hour each)
I-ANNEAL Annealing Furnace
I-CORRAL One natural gas-fired corral lathe(0.10 million Btu per hour)
I-M-1 and I-M-2 Two natural gas-fired munters(2.4 million Btu per hour each)
I-ES-FP Diesel-fired fire pump 105 HP
MACT ZZZZ
I-CT-601 Fiber Plant 2 cell Cooling Tower
I-CT-701 Fiber Plant 3 cell Cooling Tower
I-CT-702 Fiber Plant 3 cell Cooling Tower
I-CT-801 Fiber Plant 3 cell Cooling Tower
I-CT-1 Cable Plant Cooling Tower
'Because an activity is insignificant does not mean that the activity is exempted from an applicable requirement(Federal or State)or that
the Permittee is exempted from demonstrating compliance with any applicable requirement.
2 When applicable,emissions from stationary source activities identified above shall be included in determining compliance with the
permit requirements for toxic air pollutants under 15A NCAC 02D.1100"Control of Toxic Air Pollutants"or 02Q.0711 "Emission
Rates Requiring a Permit."
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SECTION 4 - GENERAL CONDITIONS (version 6.0, 01/07/2022)
This section describes terms and conditions applicable to this Title V facility.
A. General Provisions[NCGS 143-215 and 15A NCAC 02Q.0508(i)(16)]
1. Terms not otherwise defined in this permit shall have the meaning assigned to such terms as defined in 15A NCAC
02D and 02Q.
2. The terms,conditions,requirements,limitations,and restrictions set forth in this permit are binding and enforceable
pursuant to NCGS 143-215.114A and 143-215.114B,including assessment of civil and/or criminal penalties.Any
unauthorized deviation from the conditions of this permit may constitute grounds for revocation and/or enforcement
action by the DAQ.
3. This permit is not a waiver of or approval of any other Department permits that may be required for other aspects of the
facility which are not addressed in this permit.
4. This permit does not relieve the Permittee from liability for harm or injury to human health or welfare,animal or plant
life,or property caused by the construction or operation of this permitted facility,or from penalties therefore,nor does
it allow the Permittee to cause pollution in contravention of state laws or rules,unless specifically authorized by an
order from the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission.
5. Except as identified as state-only requirements in this permit,all terms and conditions contained herein shall be
enforceable by the DAQ,the EPA,and citizens of the United States as defined in the Federal Clean Air Act.
6. Any stationary source of air pollution shall not be operated,maintained,or modified without the appropriate and valid
permits issued by the DAQ,unless the source is exempted by rule. The DAQ may issue a permit only after it receives
reasonable assurance that the installation will not cause air pollution in violation of any of the applicable requirements.
A permitted installation may only be operated,maintained,constructed,expanded,or modified in a manner that is
consistent with the terms of this permit.
B. Permit Availability[15A NCAC 02Q.0507(k)and.0508(i)(9)(B)]
The Permittee shall have available at the facility a copy of this permit and shall retain for the duration of the permit term one
complete copy of the application(s)and any information submitted in support of the application package. The permit and
application shall be made available to an authorized representative of Department of Environmental Quality upon request.
C. Severability Clause[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(i)(2)]
In the event of an administrative challenge to a final and binding permit in which a condition is held to be invalid,the
provisions in this permit are severable so that all requirements contained in the permit,except those held to be invalid,shall
remain valid and must be complied with.
D. Submissions[15A NCAC 02Q.0507(e)and 02Q.0508(i)(16)]
Except as otherwise specified herein,two copies of all documents,reports,test data,monitoring data,notifications,request
for renewal,and any other information required by this permit shall be submitted to the appropriate Regional Office. Refer
to the Regional Office address on the cover page of this permit. For continuous emissions monitoring systems(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 appropriate
Regional Office and one copy shall be sent to:
Supervisor,Stationary Source Compliance
North Carolina Division of Air Quality
1641 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,NC 27699-1641
All submittals shall include the facility name and Facility ID number(refer to the cover page of this permit).
E. Duty to Comply[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(i)(3)]
The Permittee shall comply with all terms,conditions,requirements,limitations and restrictions set forth in this permit.
Noncompliance with any permit condition except conditions identified as state-only requirements constitutes a violation of
the Federal Clean Air Act. Noncompliance with any permit condition is grounds for enforcement action,for permit
termination,revocation and reissuance,or modification,or for denial of a permit renewal application.
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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. Title V Permit Modifications
1. Administrative Permit Amendments[15A NCAC 02Q.0514]
The Permittee shall submit an application for an administrative permit amendment in accordance with 15A NCAC 02Q
.0514.
2. Transfer in Ownership or Operation and Application Submittal Content[15A NCAC 02Q.0524 and 02Q.0505]
The Permittee shall submit an application for an ownership change in accordance with 15A NCAC 02Q.0524 and 02Q
.0505.
3. Minor Permit Modifications[15A NCAC 02Q.0515]
The Permittee shall submit an application for a minor permit modification in accordance with 15A NCAC 02Q.0515.
4. Significant Permit Modifications[I 5A NCAC 02Q.0516]
The Permittee shall submit an application for a significant permit modification in accordance with 15A NCAC 02Q
.0516.
5. Reopening for Cause[15A NCAC 02Q.0517]
The Pennittee shall submit an application for reopening for cause in accordance with 15A NCAC 02Q.0517.
H. Changes Not Requiring Permit Modifications
1. Reporting Requirements[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
Any of the following that would result in new or increased emissions from the emission source(s)listed in Section 1 must
be reported to the Regional Supervisor,DAQ:
a. changes in the information submitted in the application;
b. changes that modify equipment or processes;or
c. changes in the quantity or quality of materials processed.
If appropriate,modifications to the permit may then be made by the DAQ to reflect any necessary changes in the
permit conditions. In no case are any new or increased emissions allowed that will cause a violation of the emission
limitations specified herein.
2. Section 502(b)(10)Changes[15A NCAC 02Q.0523(a)]
a. "Section 502(b)(10)changes"means changes that contravene an express permit term or condition. Such changes
do not include changes that would violate applicable requirements or contravene federally enforceable permit
terms and conditions that are monitoring(including test methods),recordkeeping,reporting,or compliance
certification requirements.
b. The Permittee may make Section 502(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 permit.
c. The written notification shall include:
i. a description of the change;
ii. the date on which the change will occur;
iii. any change in emissions;and
iv. any 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,
whichever comes first.
3. Off Permit Changes[15A NCAC 02Q.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 02Q.0523(c)]
To the extent that emissions trading is allowed under 15A NCAC 02D,including subsequently adopted maximum
achievable control technology standards,emissions trading shall be allowed without permit revision pursuant to 15A
NCAC 02Q.0523(c).
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I.A Reporting Requirements for Excess Emissions[15A NCAC 02D.0535(f)and 02Q.0508(f)(2)]
1. "Excess Emissions"-means an emission rate that exceeds any applicable emission limitation or standard allowed by
any rule in Sections.0500,.0900,.1200,or.1400 of Subchapter 02D;or by a permit condition;or that exceeds an
emission limit established in a permit issued under 15A NCAC 02Q.0700. (Note:Definitions of excess emissions
under 02D.1110 and 02D.I I 11 shall apply where defined by rule)
2. If a source is required to report excess emissions under NSPS(15A NCAC 02D.0524),NESHAPS(15A NCAC 02D
.1110 or.1111),or the operating permit provides for periodic(e.g.,quarterly)reporting of excess emissions,reporting
shall be performed as prescribed therein.
3. If the source is not subject to NSPS(15A NCAC 02D.0524),NESHAPS(15A NCAC 02D.1110 or.1111),or these
rules do NOT define"excess emissions,"the Permittee shall report excess emissions in accordance with 15A NCAC
02D.0535 as follows:
a. Pursuant to 15A NCAC 02D.0535,if excess emissions last for more than four hours resulting from a malfunction,
a breakdown of process or control equipment,or any other abnormal condition,the owner or operator shall:
i. notify the Regional Supervisor or Director of any such occurrence by 9:00 a.m.Eastern Time of the Division's
next business day of becoming aware of the occurrence and provide:
• name and location of the facility;
• nature and cause of the malfunction or breakdown;
• time when the malfunction or breakdown is first observed;
• expected duration;and
• estimated rate of emissions;
ii. notify the Regional Supervisor or Director immediately when corrective measures have been accomplished;
and
iii. submit to the Regional Supervisor or Director within 15 days a written report as described in 15A NCAC 02D
.0535(f)(3).
I.13 Reporting Requirements for Permit Deviations[15A NCAC 02D.0535(f)and 02Q.0508(f)(2)]
1. "Permit Deviations"-for the purposes of this condition,any action or condition not in accordance with the terms and
conditions of this permit including those attributable to upset conditions as well as excess emissions as defined above
lasting less than four hours.
2. Pursuant to 15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)(2),the Permittee shall report deviations from permit requirements(terms and
conditions)quarterly by notifying the Regional Supervisor or Director of all other deviations from permit requirements
not covered under 15A NCAC 02D.0535. 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.
LC Other Requirements under 15A NCAC 02D.0535
The Permittee shall comply with all other applicable requirements contained in 15A NCAC 02D.0535,including 15A
NCAC 02D.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 02D.0535(c)(1)through(7).
2. 15A NCAC 02D.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. Emmencv Provisions[40 CFR 70.6(g)]
The Permittee shall be subject to the following provisions with respect to emergencies:
1. An emergency means any situation arising from sudden and reasonably unforeseeable events beyond the control of the
facility,including acts of God,which situation requires immediate corrective action to restore normal operation,and
that causes the facility to exceed a technology-based emission limitation under the permit,due to unavoidable increases
in emissions attributable to the emergency. An emergency shall not include noncompliance to the extent caused by
improperly designed equipment,lack of preventive maintenance,careless or improper operation,or operator error.
2. An emergency constitutes an affirmative defense to an action brought for noncompliance with such technology-based
emission limitations if the conditions specified in 3.below are met.
3. The affirmative defense of emergency shall be demonstrated through properly signed contemporaneous operating logs
or other relevant evidence that include information as follows:
a. an emergency occurred and the Permittee can identify the cause(s)of the emergency;
b. the permitted facility was at the time being properly operated;
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c. during the period of the emergency the Permittee took all reasonable steps to minimize levels of emissions that
exceeded the standards or other requirements in the permit;and
d. the Permittee submitted notice of the emergency to the DAQ within two working days of the time when emission
limitations were exceeded due to the emergency. This notice must contain a description of the emergency,steps
taken to mitigate emissions,and corrective actions taken.
4. In any enforcement proceeding,the Permittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an emergency has the burden of
proof.
5. This provision is in addition to any emergency or upset provision contained in any applicable requirement specified
elsewhere herein.
K. Permit Renewal[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(e)and 02Q.0513(b)]
This 15A NCAC 02Q.0500 permit is issued for a fixed term not to exceed five years and shall expire at the end of its
term. Permit expiration terminates the facility's right to operate unless a complete 15A NCAC 02Q.0500 renewal
application is submitted at least six months before the date of permit expiration. If the Permittee or applicant has complied
with 15A NCAC 02Q.0512(b)(1),this 15A NCAC 02Q.0500 permit shall not expire until the renewal permit has been
issued or denied. Permit expiration under 15A NCAC 02Q.0400 terminates the facility's right to operate unless a complete
15A NCAC 02Q.0400 renewal application is submitted at least six months before the date of permit expiration for facilities
subject to 15A NCAC 02Q.0400 requirements. In either of these events,all terms and conditions of these permits shall
remain in effect until the renewal permits have been issued or denied.
L. Need to Halt or Reduce Activity Not a Defense[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(i)(4)]
It shall not be a defense for a Permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary to halt or reduce the
permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the conditions of this permit.
M. Duty to Provide Information(submittal of information)[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(i)(9)]
1. The Permittee shall furnish to the DAQ,in a timely manner,any reasonable information that the Director may request
in writifl9 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.
N. Duty to Supplement[15A NCAC 02Q.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 02Q.0508(f)and 02Q.0508(1)]
The Permittee shall retain records of all required monitoring data and supporting information for a period of at least five
years from the date of the monitoring sample,measurement,report,or application. Supporting information includes all
calibration and maintenance records and all original strip-chart recordings for continuous monitoring information,and
copies of all reports required by the permit. These records shall be maintained in a form suitable and readily available for
expeditious inspection and review. Any records required by the conditions of this permit shall be kept on site and made
available to DAQ personnel for inspection upon request.
P. Compliance Certification[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(n)]
The Permittee shall submit to the DAQ and the EPA(Air Enforcement Branch,EPA,Region 4,61 Forsyth Street SW,
Atlanta,GA 30303 or through the EPA CEDRI)postmarked on or before March 1 a compliance certification(for the
preceding calendar year)by a responsible official with all terms and conditions in the permit(including emissions
limitations,standards,or work practices),except for conditions identified as being State-enforceable Only.It shall be the
responsibility of the current owner to submit a compliance certification for the entire year regardless of who owned the
facility during the year. The compliance certification shall comply with additional requirements as may be specified under
Sections 114(a)(3)or 504(b)of the Federal Clean Air Act. The compliance certification shall specify:
1. the identification of each term or condition of the permit that is the basis of the certification;
2. the compliance status(with the terms and conditions of the permit for the period covered by the certification);
3. whether compliance was continuous or intermittent;
4. the method(s)used for determining the compliance status of the source during the certification period;
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5. each deviation and take it into account in the compliance certification;and
6. as possible exceptions to compliance,any periods during which compliance is required and in which an excursion or
exceedance as defined under 40 CFR Part 64(CAM)occurred.
Q. Certification by Responsible Official[15A NCAC 02Q.0520]
A responsible official shall certify the truth,accuracy,and completeness of any application form,report,or compliance
certification required by this permit. All certifications shall state that based on information and belief formed after
reasonable inquiry,the statements and information in the document are true,accurate,and complete.
R. Permit Shield for Applicable Requirements[15A NCAC 02Q.0512]
1. Compliance with the terms and conditions of this permit shall be deemed compliance with applicable requirements,
where such applicable requirements are included and specifically identified in the permit as of the date of permit
issuance.
2. A permit shield shall not alter or affect:
a. the power of the Commission,Secretary of the Department,or Governor under NCGS 143-215.3(a)(12),or EPA
under Section 303 of the Federal Clean Air Act;
b. the liability of an owner or operator of a facility for any violation of applicable requirements prior to the effective
date of the permit or at the time of permit issuance;
c. the applicable requirements under Title IV;or
d. the ability of the Director or the EPA under Section 114 of the Federal Clean Air Act to obtain information to
determine compliance of the facility with its permit.
3. A permit shield does not apply to any change made at a facility that does not require a permit or permit revision made
under 15A NCAC 02Q.0523.
4. A permit shield does not extend to minor permit modifications made under 15A NCAC 02Q.0515.
S. Termination,Modification,and Revocation of the Permit[I 5A NCAC 02Q.0519]
The Director may terminate,modify,or revoke and reissue this permit if:
1. the information contained in the application or presented in support thereof is determined to be incorrect;
2. the conditions under which the permit or permit renewal was granted have changed;
3. violations of conditions contained in the permit have occurred;
4. the EPA requests that the permit be revoked under 40 CFR 70.7(g)or 70.8(d);or
5. the Director fmds that termination,modification,or revocation and reissuance of the permit is necessary to carry out the
purpose of NCGS Chapter 143,Article 21B.
T. Insignificant Activities[15A NCAC 02Q.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[I 5A NCAC 02Q.0508(i)(8)]
This permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property or any exclusive privileges.
V. Inspection and Entry[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(1)and NCGS 143-215.3(a)(2)]
1. Upon presentation of credentials and other documents as may be required by law,the Permittee shall allow the DAQ,
or an authorized representative,to perform the following:
a. enter the Permittee's premises where the permitted facility is located or emissions-related activity is conducted,or
where records are kept under the conditions of the permit;
b. have access to and copy,at reasonable times,any records that are required to be kept under the conditions of the
permit;
c. inspect at reasonable times and using reasonable safety practices any source,equipment(including monitoring and
air pollution control equipment),practices,or operations regulated or required under the permit;and
d. sample or monitor substances or parameters,using reasonable safety practices,for the purpose of assuring
compliance with the permit or applicable requirements at reasonable times.
Nothing in this condition shall limit the ability of the EPA to inspect or enter the premises of the Permittee under
Section 114 or other provisions of the Federal Clean Air Act.
2. No person shall refuse entry or access to any authorized representative of the DAQ who requests entry for purposes of
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inspection,and who presents appropriate credentials,nor shall any person obstruct,hamper,or interfere with any such
authorized representative while in the process of carrying out his official duties. Refusal of entry or access may
constitute grounds for permit revocation and assessment of civil penalties.
W. Annual Fee Payment[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(i)(10)]
1. The Permittee shall pay all fees in accordance with 15A NCAC 02Q.0200.
2. Payment of fees may be by check or money order made payable to the N.C.Department of Environmental Quality.
Annual permit fee payments shall refer to the permit number.
3. If,within 30 days after being billed,the Permittee fails to pay an annual fee,the Director may initiate action to
terminate the permit under 15A NCAC 02Q.0519.
X. Annual Emission Inventory Requirements[15A NCAC 02Q.0207]
The Permittee shall report by June 30 of each year the actual emissions of each air pollutant listed in 15A NCAC 02Q
.0207(a)from each emission source within the facility during the previous calendar year. The report shall be in or on such
form as may be established by the Director. The accuracy of the report shall be certified by a responsible official of the
facility.
Y. Confidential Information[15A NCAC 02Q.0107 and 02Q.0508(i)(9)]
Whenever the Permittee submits information under a claim of confidentiality pursuant to 15A NCAC 02Q.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 02Q.0107.
Z. Construction and Operation Permits[15A NCAC 02Q.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 02Q.0100 and.0300.
AA.Standard Application Form and Required Information[15A NCAC 02Q.0505 and.0507]
The Permittee shall submit applications and required information in accordance with the provisions of 15A NCAC 02Q
.0505 and.0507.
BB.Financial Responsibility and Compliance History[15A NCAC 02Q.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.Refriaerant Requirements(Stratospheric Ozone and Climate Protection)[15A NCAC 02Q.0501(d)]
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 Permittee shall service,repair,and maintain such equipment according to
the work practices,personnel certification requirements,and certified recycling and recovery equipment specified in 40
CFR Part 82 Subpart F.
2. The Permittee shall not knowingly vent or otherwise release any Class I or II substance into the environment during the
repair,servicing,maintenance,or disposal of any such device except as provided in 40 CFR Part 82 Subpart F.
3. The Permittee shall comply with all reporting and recordkeeping requirements of 40 CFR 82.166. Reports shall be
submitted to the EPA or its designee as required.
DD.Prevention of Accidental Releases-Section 112(r)[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(h)]
If the Permittee is required to develop and register a Risk Management Plan with EPA pursuant to Section 112(r)of the
Clean Air Act,then the Permittee is required to register this plan in accordance with 40 CFR Part 68.
EE. National Emission Standards Asbestos—40 CFR Part 61,Subpart M[15A NCAC 02D.1110]
The Permittee shall comply with all applicable standards for demolition and renovation activities pursuant to the
requirements of 40 CFR Part 61,Subpart M. The permittee shall not be required to obtain a modification of this permit in
order to perform the referenced activities.
FF. Title IV Allowances[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(i)(1)]
This permit does not limit the number of Title IV allowances held by the Permittee,but the Permittee may not use
allowances as a defense to noncompliance with any other applicable requirement. The Permittee's emissions may not
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exceed any allowances that the facility lawfully holds under Title IV of the Federal Clean Air Act.
GG.Air Pollution Emergency Episode[15A NCAC 02D.0300]
Should the Director of the DAQ declare an Air Pollution Emergency Episode,the Permittee will be required to operate in
accordance with the Permittee's previously approved Emission Reduction Plan or,in the absence of an approved plan,with
the appropriate requirements specified in 15A NCAC 02D.0300.
HH.Registration of Air Pollution Sources[15A NCAC 02D.0202]
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 02D
.0202(b).
II. Ambient Air Quality Standards[15A NCAC 02D.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 02D.0400 to be exceeded at any point beyond the premises on which the source is located. When
controls more stringent than named in the applicable emission standards in this permit are required to prevent violation of
the ambient air quality standards or are required to create an offset,the permit shall contain a condition requiring these
controls.
JJ. General Emissions Testing and Reporting Requirements[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(i)(16)]
Emission compliance testing shall be by the procedures of Section.2600,except as may be otherwise required in Rules
.0524, .1110,or.1111 of Subchapter 02D.If emissions testing is required by this permit or the DAQ or if the Permittee
submits emissions testing to the DAQ to demonstrate compliance for emission sources subject to Rules.0524,.1110,or
.I 111,the Permittee shall provide and submit all notifications,conduct all testing,and submit all test reports in accordance
with the requirements of 15A NCAC 02D.0524,.1110,or.1111,as applicable. Otherwise,if emissions testing is required
by this permit or the DAQ or if the Permittee submits emissions testing to the DAQ to demonstrate compliance,the
Permittee shall perform such testing in accordance with 15A NCAC 02D.2600 and follow the procedures outlined below:
1. The owner or operator of the source shall arrange for air emission testing protocols to be provided to the Director
prior to air pollution testing. Testing protocols are not required to be pre-approved by the Director prior to air
pollution testing.The Director shall review air emission testing protocols for pre-approval prior to testing if
requested by the owner or operator at least 45 days before conducting the test.
2. Any person proposing to conduct an emissions test to demonstrate compliance with an applicable standard shall
notify the Director at least 15 days before beginning the test so that the Director may at his option observe the test.
3. The owner or operator of the source shall arrange for controlling and measuring the production rates during the
period of air testing.The owner or operator of the source shall ensure that the equipment or process being tested is
operated at the production rate that best fulfills the purpose of the test.The individual conducting the emission test
shall describe the procedures used to obtain accurate process data and include in the test report the average
production rates determined during each testing period.
4. Two copies of the final air emission test report shall be submitted to the Director not later than 30 days after sample
collection unless otherwise specified in the specific conditions. The owner or operator may request an extension to
submit the final test report.The Director shall approve an extension request if he finds that the extension request is a
result of actions beyond the control of the owner or operator.
a. The Director shall make the final determination regarding any testing procedure deviation and the validity of the
compliance test.The Director may:
i. Allow deviations from a method specified under a rule in this Section if the owner or operator of the source
being tested demonstrates to the satisfaction of the Director that the specified method is inappropriate for
the source being tested.
ii. Prescribe alternate test procedures on an individual basis when he finds that the alternative method is
necessary to secure more reliable test data.
iii. Prescribe or approve methods on an individual basis for sources or pollutants for which no test method is
specified in 15A NCAC 02D .2600 if the methods can be demonstrated to determine compliance of
permitted emission sources or pollutants.
b. The Director may authorize the DAQ to conduct independent tests of any source subject to a rule in 15A NCAC
02D to determine the compliance status of that source or to verify any test data submitted relating to that source.
Any test conducted by the Division of Air Quality using the appropriate testing procedures described in 15A
NCAC 02D .2600 has precedence over all other tests.
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KK. Reopening for Cause[15A NCAC 02Q.0517]
1. A permit shall be reopened and revised under the following circumstances:
a. additional applicable requirements become applicable to a facility with remaining permit term of three or more
years;
b. additional requirements(including excess emission requirements)become applicable to a source covered by Title
IV;
c. the Director or EPA fmds that the permit contains a material mistake or that inaccurate statements were made in
establishing the emissions standards or other terms or conditions of the permit;or
d. the Director or EPA determines that the permit must be revised or revoked to assure compliance with the
applicable requirements.
2. Any permit reopening shall be completed or a revised permit issued within 18 months after the applicable requirement
is promulgated. No reopening is required if the effective date of the requirement is after the expiration of the permit
term unless the term of the permit was extended pursuant to 15A NCAC 02Q.0513(c).
3. Except for the state-enforceable only portion of the permit,the procedures set out in 15A NCAC 02Q.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 02Q.0300 shall be followed. The proceedings shall affect only those parts of the permit for
which cause to reopen exists.
4. The Director shall notify the Permittee at least 60 days in advance of the date that the permit is to be reopened,except
in cases of imminent threat to public health or safety the notification period may be less than 60 days.
5. Within 90 days,or 180 days if the EPA extends the response period,after receiving notification from the EPA that a
permit needs to be terminated,modified,or revoked and reissued,the Director shall send to the EPA a proposed
determination of termination,modification,or revocation and reissuance,as appropriate.
LL. Reporting Requirements for Non-Operating Equipment[15A NCAC 02Q.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. When permitted equipment is not in operation,the requirements for testing,monitoring,and
recordkeeping are suspended until operation resumes.
MM.Fugitive Dust Control Requirement[15A NCAC 02D.0540]
As required by 15A NCAC 02D.0540"Particulates from Fugitive Dust Emission Sources,"the Permittee shall not cause or
allow fugitive dust emissions to cause or contribute to substantive complaints or excess visible emissions beyond the
property boundary.If substantive complaints or excessive fugitive dust emissions from the facility are observed beyond the
property boundaries for six minutes in any one hour(using Reference Method 22 in 40 CFR,Appendix A),the owner or
operator may be required to submit a fugitive dust plan as described in 02D.0540(f).
"Fugitive dust emissions"means particulate matter from process operations that does not pass through a process stack or
vent and that is generated within plant property boundaries from activities such as:unloading and loading areas,process
areas,stockpiles,stock pile working,plant parking lots,and plant roads(including access roads and haul roads).
NN.Specific Permit Modifications[15A NCAC 02Q.0501 and.0523]
1. For modifications made pursuant to 15A NCAC 02Q.0501(b)(2),the Permittee shall file a Title V Air Quality Permit
Application for the air emission source(s)and associated air pollution control device(s)on or before 12 months after
commencing operation.
2. For modifications made pursuant to 15A NCAC 02Q.0501(c)(2),the Permittee shall not begin operation of the air
emission source(s)and associated air pollution control device(s)until a Title V Air Quality Permit Application is
filed and a construction and operation permit following the procedures of Section.0500(except for Rule .0504 of
this Section)is obtained.
3. For modifications made pursuant to 502(b)(10),in accordance with 15A NCAC 02Q.0523(a)(1)(C),the Permittee
shall notify the Director and EPA(Air Permitting Branch,EPA,Region 4,61 Forsyth Street SW,Atlanta,GA 30303
or through the EPA CEDRI)in writing at least seven days before the change is made.
a. The written notification shall include:
i. a description of the change at the facility;
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.
b. In addition to this notification requirement,with the next significant modification or Air Quality Permit
renewal,the Permittee shall submit a page"E5"of the application forms signed by the responsible official
verifying that the application for the 502(b)(10)change/modification,is true,accurate,and complete. Further
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note that modifications made pursuant to 502(b)(10)do not relieve the Permittee from satisfying
preconstruction requirements.
00.Third Party Participation and EPA Review[15A NCAC 02Q.0521,.0522 and.0525(7)]
For permits modifications subject to 45-day review by the federal EPA,EPA's decision to not object to the proposed
permit is considered final and binding on the EPA and absent a third party petition,the failure to object is the end of
EPA's decision-making process with respect to the revisions to the permit.The time period available to submit a public
petition pursuant to 15A NCAC 02Q.0518 begins at the end of the 45-day EPA review period.