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ROY COOPER
Governor
ELIZABETH S.BISER
Secretary rf$ ^P µ*
MICHAEL ABRACZINSKAS NORTH CAROLINA
Director Environmental Quality
March 28,2022
Jeff McMillian
Plant Manager
Arauco North America,Inc.
985 Corinth Rd.
Moncure,North Carolina 27559
SUBJECT: Air Quality Permit No. 03449T56
Facility ID: 1900015
Arauco North America, Inc.
Moncure,North Carolina
Chatham County
Fee Class: Title V
PSD Status: Major
Dear Mr. McMillian:
In accordance with your completed air quality permit application for an Administrative Amendment
of your Title V permit,received November 19,2021,we are forwarding herewith Air Quality Permit No.
03449T56 to Arauco North America, Inc., 985 Corinth Road,Moncure,North Carolina, authorizing the
construction and operation,of the emission source(s)and associated air pollution control device(s)specified
herein. Additionally,any emissions activities determined from your Air Quality 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 3.The current owner is responsible for submitting a compliance certification for the
entire year regardless of who owned the facility during the year.
As the designated responsible official it is your responsibility to review,understand,and abide by
all of the terms and conditions of the attached permit. It is also your responsibility to ensure that any person
who operates any emission source and associated air pollution control device subject to any term or
condition of the attached permit reviews,understands,and abides by the 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 Permiee 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
DE Q-S North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Air Quality
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Mr. McMillian
March 28,2022
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143-215.108A and may subject the Permittee to civil or criminal penalties as described in NCGS 143-
215.114A and 143-215.114B.
This Air Quality Permit shall be effective from March 28, 2022 and shall expire on the earlier of
February 28,2027 or the renewal of Permit No.03449T53 has been issued or denied.This Air Quality Permit
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 Joseph Voelker, at(919) 707-
8730 or joseph.voelker(&ncdenr.gov.
Sincerely yours,
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Mark J. Cuilla,EIT, CPM, Chief,Permitting Section
Division of Air Quality,NCDEQ
Enclosure
c: Michael Sparks,EPA Region 4(Permit)
Raleigh Regional Office
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(eI), 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 hgps://www.oah.nc.jzov/hearinjzs-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. 03449T56:*
Page No. Section Description of Changes
NA Cover Letter . Updated permit revision numbers,issue and effective dates,etc.
• Added"right to contest"notice
35 2.2 A.l.h . Revised the minimum biofilter bed temperature: 132 OF and the
maximum biofilter bed temperature to 152 IF
46 2.3 • Moved insignificant activities list from Attachment to Section 2.3 of
permit
47 2.4 • Moved permit shield language from Section 2.3 to Section 2.4
48 3 • Revised General Conditions from version 5.5,08/25/2020 to version 6.0,
O1/07/2022
NA NA . Removed Attachment"Special Order of Consent 2020-002"(SOC)as
the SOC has been officially closed out as memorialized in letter from
DAQ to the Permittee dated November 24,2021.
*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
UE Department of Environmental Quality
NORTH CAROLINA
Department of Environmental Quality Division of Air Quality
AIR QUALITY PERMIT
Permit No. Replaces Permit No.(s) Effective Date Expiration Date
03449T56 NA March 28, 2022* February 28, 2027**
*The effective date listed above applies only to changes made as a result of this modification. All other terms and conditions of
this permit are applicable as of the issuance date.
**This permit shall expire on the earlier of February 28,2027 or the renewal of Permit No.03449T53 has been issued or denied.
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 21B 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: Arauco North America, Inc.
Facility ID: 1900015
Primary SIC Code: 2493
NAICS Code: 321219
Facility Site Location: 985 Corinth Road
City,County,State,Zip: Moncure,Chatham County,North Carolina 27559
Mailing Address: 985 Corinth Road
City,State,Zip: Moncure,North Carolina 27559
Application Number: 1900015.21C
Complete Application Date: November 19,2021
Division of Air Quality, Raleigh Regional Office
Regional Office Address: 3800 Barrett Drive, Suite 101
Raleigh,North Carolina 27609
Permit issued this the 28'day of March,2022
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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 Insignificant Activities per 15A NCAC 02Q .0503(8)
2.4 Permit Shield for Non-applicable Requirements
SECTION 3: GENERAL PERMIT CONDITIONS
ATTACHMENT
MACT DDDD Routine Control Device Maintenance Exemption Request Letter
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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
SOz Sulfur Dioxide
TAP Toxic Air Pollutant
tpy Tons Per Year
VOC Volatile Organic Compound
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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 permitted emission sources and associated air pollution control devices and
appurtenances:
Emission Source Emission Source Description Control Device ID Control Device Description
ID No. I I No.
Material Handling Sources
7001 or SP-1 Truck/Rail Chip Handling System, N/A N/A
MACT DDDD Enclosed
7004 or SP-2 Truck/Rail Sawdust Handling System, N/A N/A
MACT DDDD Enclosed
7010 Particle Board Mill Truck Dump N/A N/A
MACT DDDD
7012,7014, Dump bunkers and CL dryer dump N/A N/A
7015,7029
MACT DDDD
7052,7054, Wood residue bunkers N/A N/A
7055,7056
MACT DDDD
6001,7002-A, Wood chip piles-Medium Density N/A N/A
7002-B,7002-C, Fiberboard Mill
7002-D
MACT DDDD
6003,7006, Wood Fuel Pad and Boiler Transfers N/A N/A
7007,7022
MACT DDDD
7005-D,7005-E, Sawdust transport to A-frame N/A N/A
7005-F,7005-G
MACT DDDD
7025 Scale transfer conveyors N/A N/A
MACT DDDD
7019,7026 Fiber dump and reject filter bins N/A N/A
MACT DDDD
7027 Hog fuel hopper N/A N/A
MACT DDDD
7040,7044,7046, Particleboard Mill chip transfer N/A N/A
7048,7050
MACT DDDD
SP Fuel Sawdust and Chip Storage Piles N/A N/A
MACT DDDD
7024 Particleboard Mill feed bins N/A N/A
MACT DDDD
Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF) Facilities
ES-01 Refiner CDO1 Refiner Abort Cyclone(66 inches in
PSD diameter) 1
MACT DDDD CD02 Venturi scrubber
in series with
CD 18 Biofilter
CD14 Venturi scrubber
In series with
CD 18 Biofilter
1 For operation during startup,shutdown and malfunction only.
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Emission Source Emission Source Description Control Device ID Control Device Description
ID No. No.
ES-18,ES-19,and Three natural gas-fired hot oil heaters N/A N/A
ES-20 (30.4 million Btu per hour maximum
PSD heat input each)
NSPS Dc
MACT DDDDD
ES-02-A Energy System consisting of one CD02-A Urea/water injections stem
PSD dry/wet wood/woodwaste-fired burner CD02 Venturi scrubber
MACT DDDD (205 million Btu per hour heat input) In series with
CD18 Biofilter
CD14 Venturi scrubber
In series with
CD18 Biofilter
ES-02-B Two Stage Dryer System CD02 Venturi scrubber
and and In series with
ES-02-C-1 and ES- Three backup natural gas-fired dryer CD18 Biofilter
02-C-2, ES-02-D burners(35,35,and 17 million Btu per CD14 Venturi scrubber
PSD hour heat input respectively) In series with
MACT DDDD CD18 Biofilter
ES-16 MDF Press and Press Hall CD02 Venturi scrubber
PSD In series with
MACT DDDD CD18 Biofilter
CD14 Venturi scrubber
In series with
CD18 Biofilter
ES-06-B MDF Board Cooler CD02 Venturi scrubber
PSD In series with
MACT DDDD CD18 Biofilter
CD14 Venturi scrubber
In series with
CD18 Biofilter
ES-03 Fiber Sifter System CD03 Fabric Filter(12,290 square feet of
PSD filter area)
MACT DDDD
ES-04 Forming Line Clean-Up System CD04 Fabric Filter(9,346 square feet of
PSD filter area)
MACT DDDD
ES-05 Mat Reject System CD05 Fabric Filter(9,346 square feet of
PSD filter area)
MACT DDDD
ES-07 Saw System CD07 Fabric Filter(6,793 square feet of
PSD filter area)
MACT DDDD
ES-08 Sander System No.I CDO8 Fabric Filter(12,290 square feet of
PSD filter area)
MACT DDDD
ES-09 Recycled Fiber Silo No.1 CD09 Bin Vent Filter(226 square feet of
PSD filter area)
MACT DDDD
ES-10 Sander System No.2 CDI O Fabric Filter(12,290 square feet of
PSD filter area)
MACT DDDD
ES-12 Sander Dust Silo No. 1 CD12 Bin Vent Filter(226 square feet of
JJPSD filter area)
MACT DDDD
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Emission Source Emission Source Description Control Device ID Control Device Description
ID No. No.
ES-13 Dry Sawdust Silo CD13 Bin Vent Filter(226 square feet of
PSD filter area)
MACT DDDD
ES-15 Recycled Fiber Silo No.2 CD15 Bin Vent Filter(226 square feet of
PSD filter area)
MACT DDDD
ES-17 Sander Dust Silo No.2 CD17 Bin Vent Filter(226 square feet of
PSD filter area)
MACT DDDD
ES-21 Diesel Fuel-fired Emergency N/A N/A
PSD Generator(1592 brake Horsepower
MACT ZZZZ output)
MDF Moulding Line Operations consisting of:
ES-MIA*,** MDF moulding line 1—moulding zone CD-4005** Reverse flow bag filter with 6,918
MACT DDDD consisting of rip saw,moulder and square feet of surface area
sanders in parallel with
ES-M2A** MDF moulding line 2—moulding zone CD-5001** Reverse flow bag filter with 6,918
MACT DDDD consisting of rip saw,moulder and square feet of surface area
sanders
ES-M3A** MDF moulding line 3—moulding zone
MACT DDDD consisting of rip saw,moulder and
sanders
ES-M1B* MDF moulding line 1 -coating and N/A N/A
MACT DDDD drying zone consisting of spray coater
and a natural gas-fired drying oven
(two burners, 1.3 million Btu per hour
each
ES-M2B** MDF moulding line 2-coating and N/A N/A
MACT DDDD drying zone consisting of spray coater
and a natural gas-fired drying oven
(two burners, 1.3 million Btu per hour
each
ES-M3B** MDF moulding line 3 -coating and N/A N/A
MACT DDDD drying zone consisting of spray coater
and a natural gas-fired drying oven
(two burners, 1.3 million Btu per hour
each
ES-MSS1 ** MDF moulding line shavings silo CD-MSS1** Cartridge filter(1,500 square feet of
MACT DDDD I I surface area
"OLD" Particleboard Mill O erations
3501 Sawdust Rock and Metal Separator CD-SC High efficiency cyclone-72 inches in
PSD diameter
MACT DDDD
CD-3501 Reverse flow bag filter with 2,410
square feet of surface area
Laminator Mill
3593 and 3594 Two(2) Short Cycle Laminating CD-3593 Reverse flow bagfilter(Maximum
Presses air-to-cloth ratio of 4.1 ACFM/total
filter surface area).
Pr-Heatl Natural gas or No.2 fuel oil-fired hot N/A N/A
MACT DDDDD oil heater(4.7 million Btu per hour
heat input)used with short cycle
laminating presses
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*These emission sources and control devices are listed as a minor modification per 15A NCAC 02Q.0515. The compliance
certification as described in General Condition P is required. Unless otherwise notified by NC DAQ,the affected terms of this permit
(excluding the permit shield as described General Condition R)for this source shall become final on August 15,2020. Until this
date,the affected permit terms herein reflect the proposed operating language that the Permittee shall operate this source pursuant to
15A NCAC 02Q.0515(f).
**These emission sources and control devices are listed as a minor modification per 15A NCAC 02Q.0515(App.No.
1900015.21B).The compliance certification as described in General Condition P is required.Unless otherwise notified by NC DAQ,
the affected terms of this permit(excluding the permit shield as described General Condition R)for this source shall become final on
August 08,2021.Until this date,the affected permit terms herein reflect the proposed operating language that the Permittee shall
operate this source pursuant to 15A NCAC 02Q.0515(f).
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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,record keeping,and
reporting requirements as specified herein:
A. The following Material Handling Sources:
Table 2.1.A.
Emission Source ID Control Control
No. Emission Source Description Device ID Device
No. Description
7001 or SP-1 Truck/Rail Chip Handling System,Enclosed N/A N/A
7004 or SP-2 Truck/Rail Sawdust Handling System,Enclosed N/A N/A
7010 Particle Board Mill Truck Dump N/A N/A
7012,7014,7015,7029 Dump bunkers and CL dryer dump N/A N/A
7052,7054,7055,7056 Wood residue bunkers N/A N/A
6001,7002-A,7002-B, Wood chip piles-Medium Density Fiberboard N/A N/A
7002-C,7002-D Mill
6003,7006,7007,7022 Wood Fuel Pad and Boiler Transfers N/A N/A
7005-D,7005-E,7005- Sawdust transport to A-frame N/A N/A
F,7005-G
7025 Scale transfer conveyors N/A N/A
7019,7026 Fiber dump and reject filter bins N/A N/A
7027 Hog fuel hopper N/A N/A
7040,7044,7046,7048, particleboard Mill chip transfer N/A N/A
7050
SP Fuel Sawdust and Chip Storage Piles N/A N/A
7024 Particleboard Mill feed bins N/A N/A
The following table provides a summary of limits and/or standards for the material handling sources.
Regulated Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Visible emissions 20 percent opacity 15A NCAC 02D .0521
HAPs No applicable requirements 15A NCAC 02D .1111
Odors State Enforceable Only 15A NCAC 02D .1806
Odorous emissions must be controlled-See Section 2.2.A.2
1. 15A NCAC 02D.0521: CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. Visible emissions from these sources 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 the test performed exceed the limits given in Section 2.1.A.La.(above)for visible emissions,the
Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0521.
Monitorin2/Recordkeeuing/Reportin2[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. No monitoring,record keeping,or reporting is required for visible emissions from these emission sources.
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B. Medium Density Fiberboard Facilities woodworking operations as presented in Table
2.1.B.
Table 2.1.11.
Emission Control
Source ID Emission Source Description Device ID Control Device Description
No. No.
ES-03 Fiber Sifter System CD03 Fabric Filter(12,290 square feet of filter
area
ES-04 Forming Line Clean-Up System CD04 Fabric Filter(9,346 square feet of filter
area
ES-05 Mat Reject System CD05 Fabric Filter(9,346 square feet of filter
area
ES-07 Saw System CD07 Fabric Filter(6,793 square feet of filter
area
ES-08 Sander System No. 1 CD08 Fabric Filter(12,290 square feet of filter
area
ES-09 Recycled Fiber Silo No. 1 CD09 Bin Vent Filter(226 square feet of filter
area
ES-10 Sander System No.2 CD10 Fabric Filter(12,290 square feet of filter
area
ES-12 Sander Dust Silo No. 1 CD12 Bin Vent Filter(226 square feet of filter
area
ES-13 Dry Sawdust Silo CD13 Bin Vent Filter(226 square feet of filter
area
ES-15 Recycled Fiber Silo No.2 CD 15 Bin Vent Filter(226 square feet of filter
area
ES-17 Sander Dust Silo No.2 CD 17 Bin Vent Filter(226 square feet of filter
area)
The following table provides a summary of limits and/or standards for the woodworking operations in Table 2.1.B.
Regulated Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
PM adequate duct work and properly designed collectors 15A NCAC 02D .0512
Visible emissions 20 percent opacity 15A NCAC 02D .0521
National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air 15A NCAC 02D .1111
HAPs Pollutants:Plywood and Composite Wood Products (40 CFR Part 63 Subpart DDDD)
See Section 2.2 A.1
State Enforceable Onlv
Odors See Section 2.2 A.2 15A NCAC 02D .1806
PM2.5,PM10 See Section 2.2 B.1. 15A NCAC 02Q .0317
PSD Avoidance
VOCs Best Available Control Technology 15A NCAC 02D .0530
See Section 2.2 B.2.
1. 15A NCAC 02D.0512: PARTICULATES FROM WOOD PRODUCTS FINISHING PLANTS
a. The Permittee shall not cause,allow,or permit particulate matter caused by the working, sanding,or finishing
of wood to be discharged from any stack,vent,or building into the atmosphere without providing,as a
minimum for its collection,adequate duct work and properly designed collectors. In no case shall the ambient
air quality standards be exceeded beyond the property line.
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Monitoring[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
b. Particulate matter emissions from the MDF wood working operations shall be controlled as presented in Table
2.1.B. To ensure compliance,the Permittee shall perform inspections and maintenance as recommended by the
manufacturer,if any. As a minimum,the inspection and maintenance program shall include:
i. monthly external inspection of the ductwork,cyclones,and bagfilters noting the structural integrity;and
ii. annual(for each 12-month period following the initial inspection)internal inspection of the bagfilters
noting the structural integrity and the condition of the filters.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0512 if the ductwork,cyclones and/or
bagfilters are not inspected and maintained.
Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. The results of inspection and maintenance for the cyclones and bagfilters shall be maintained in a logbook
(written or electronic format)on-site and made available to an authorized representative upon request. The
logbook shall record the following:
i. the date and time of each recorded action;
ii. the results of each inspection;and
iii. the results of maintenance performed on any control device.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0512 if these records are not
maintained.
Reporting[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
d. The Permittee shall submit the results of any maintenance performed on the control devices within 30 days of a
written request by the DAQ.
e. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of monitoring and recordkeeping activities postmarked on or
before January 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between July and December and
July 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between January and June. All instances of
deviations from the requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
2. 15A NCAC 02D.0521: CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. Visible emissions from the MDF wood working operations listed in Table 2.1.B.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 are above the limit given in Section 2.1 13.2.a.,above,the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0521.
Monitoring[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. To ensure compliance,once a week the Permittee shall observe the emission points of these sources for any
visible emissions above normal.The weekly observations must be made for each week of the calendar year
period to ensure compliance with this requirement. If visible emissions from this source are observed to be
above normal,the Permittee shall either:
i. take appropriate action to correct the above-normal emissions as soon as practicable and within the
monitoring period and record the action taken as provided in the recordkeeping requirements below,or
ii. demonstrate that the percent opacity from the emission points of the emission source in accordance with
15A NCAC 02D.2610(Method 9)for 12 minutes is below the limit given in Section 2.1 13.2.a. above.
If the above-normal emissions are not corrected per(i)above or if the demonstration in(ii)above cannot be
made,the Permittee shall be deemed to be in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0521.
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Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
d. The results of the monitoring shall be maintained in a logbook(written or electronic format)on-site and made
available to an authorized representative upon request. The logbook shall record the following:
i. the date and time of each recorded action;
ii. the 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)]
e. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of the observations postmarked on or before January 30 of each
calendar year for the preceding six-month period between July and December and July 30 of each calendar
year for the preceding six-month period between January and June. All instances of deviations from the
requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
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C. Medium Density Fiberboard Facilities Operations as presented in Table 2A.C.
Table 2A.C.
Emission Control
Emission Source Emission
Source Description Device ID Control Device Description Point
ID No. No.
CDO1 Refiner Abort Cyclone(66 inches EPO 1
in diameter)2
CD02 Venturi scrubber
ES-01 Refiner in series with EP18
CD18 Biofilter
CD14 Venturi scrubber
In series with EP18
CD18 Biofilter
CD02-A Urea/water injections stem EP18
Energy System consisting CD02 Venturi scrubber
of a dry/wet In series with EP18
ES-02-A wood/woodwaste-fired CD18 Biofilter
burner(205 million Btu per CD14 Venturi scrubber
hour heat input) In series with EP18
CD18 Biofilter
ES-02-B Two Stage Dryer System CD02 Venturi scrubber
In series with EP18
ES-02-C- Three backup natural gas- CD18 Biofilter
1,ES-02- fired dryer burners(35,35 CD14 Venturi scrubber
C-2 and and 17 million Btu per hour In series with
ES-02-D heat input respectively) CD18 Biofilter EP18
ES-06-B MDF Board Cooler CD02 Venturi scrubber
In series with EP18
CD18 Biofilter
CD14 Venturi scrubber
In series with EP18
CD18 Biofilter
CD02 Venturi scrubber
In series with EP18
ES-16 MDF Press and Press Hall CD18 Biofilter
CD14 Venturi scrubber
In series with EP18
CD18 Biofilter
2 For operation during startup,shutdown and malfunction only.
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The following table provides a summary of limits and/or standards for the operations in Table 2.1.C.
Regulated Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
E=4.l0P 0.61 or E=55.0(P)0" -40
PM where;E=allowable emission rate in pounds per hour 15A NCAC 02D .0515
P=process weight in tons per hour
Sulfur dioxide 2.3 pounds per million Btu heat input 15A NCAC 02D .0516
Visible emissions 20 percent opacity 15A NCAC 02D .0521
PM Compliance Assurance Monitoring 15A NCAC 02D .0614:
VOCs 40 CFR 64
National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air 15A NCAC 02D .I 111
HAPs Pollutants:Plywood and Composite Wood Products (40 CFR Part 63 Subpart DDDD)
See Section 2.2 A.1
Odors State Enforceable Only 15A NCAC 02D .1806
See Section 2.2 A.2
NOx,PM2.5, PM 10 See Section 2.2 B.1 and B.3 15A NCAC 02Q .0317
PSD Avoidance
VOCs Best Available Control Technology 15A NCAC 02D .0530
See Section 2.2 B.2.
1. 15A NCAC 02D.0515: PARTICULATES FROM MISCELLANEOUS INDUSTRIAL PROCESSES
a. Emissions of particulate matter from the emission sources in Table 2.1.C. shall not exceed an allowable
emission rate as calculated by the following equation(s):
Process Rate Allowable Emission Rate Equation
Less than orequal to 30 tons per hour E=4.10 x P 0-"
Greater than 30 tons per hour E=55.0(P)O-" -40
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.
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 C.1.a above,the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0515.
c. Under the provisions of NCGS 143-215.108,the Permittee shall demonstrate compliance with the emission
limit above on an annual basis by testing the emission point EP18 in accordance with General Condition JJ. If
the results of this test are less than 80 percent of the emission limit above,the Permittee shall be required to
stack test only once every five years following the previous stack test.If the results of this test are above the
limit given in Section 2.1 C.La.above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D
.0515.
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Monitoring[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
d. Particulate matter emissions from these sources shall be controlled by the venturi scrubbers as described in
Table 2.1.C.
e. The Permittee shall perform inspections and maintenance as recommended by the manufacturer.
f. The Permittee shall install,operate,and maintain instrumentation on the scrubbers identified in Table 2.1.C.to
continuously monitor the parameters in Table 2.1 C.1.f and maintain the parameters in the associated operating
ranges. These ranges are not required during performance testing.
Table 2.1 C.Lf
Parameter Control Device ID No. Minimum operating range,
er control device
Pressure drop(inches of water CD02 6.5
gauge,3-hour block average) CD 14 6.5
Recirculating liquid flow rate CD02 378
(gallons per minute,3-hour block CD14 416
average
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0515 if the monitoring requirements
in Sections 2.1 C.l.d through f are not met.
Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
g. The results of any 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 inspection;
iii. the results of any maintenance performed on the control devices;
iv. any variance from manufacturer's recommendations,if any,and corrections made;and
v. pressure drop,and recirculating flow rate,(3—hour block averages)for each venturi scrubber.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0515 if these recordkeeping
requirements are not met.
Reporting[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
h. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of monitoring and recordkeeping activities postmarked on or
before January 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between July and December and
July 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between January and June. All instances of
deviations from the requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
2. 15A NCAC 02D.0521: CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. Visible emissions from the emission sources in Table 2.1.C. 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 are above the limit given in Section 2.1 C.2.a above,the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0521.
Monitoring[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. To ensure compliance,once a week the Permittee shall observe the emission point(EP18)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 re-establish"normal"within 30 days after the
initial operation of the biofilter(ID No.CD18)after the modifications undertaken in application no.
1900015.18A are completed.If visible emissions from this source are observed to be above normal,the
Permittee shall either:
i. take appropriate action to correct the above-normal emissions as soon as practicable and within the
monitoring period and record the action taken as provided in the recordkeeping requirements below,or
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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 condition a.above.
If the above-normal emissions are not corrected per(i)above or if the demonstration in(ii)above cannot be
made,the Permittee shall be deemed to be in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0521.
Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
d. The results of the monitoring shall be maintained in a logbook(written or electronic format)on-site and made
available to an authorized representative upon request. The logbook shall record the following:
i. the date and time of each recorded action;
ii. the 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)]
e. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of the observations postmarked on or before January 30 of each
calendar year for the preceding six-month period between July and December and July 30 of each calendar
year for the preceding six-month period between January and June. All instances of deviations from the
requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
3. 15A NCAC 02D.0516: SULFUR DIOXIDE EMISSIONS FROM COMBUSTION SOURCES
a. Emissions of sulfur dioxide from the Energy System(ID No.ES-02-A)and the two-stage dryer system(ID
No.ES-02-B)with two backup natural gas-fired burners(ID Nos.ES-02-C-1 and-2 and ES-02-D)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 C.3.a above,the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0516.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping/Reporting[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. No monitoring,recordkeeping or reporting is required for sulfur dioxide emissions from wood combustion for
these sources.
4. 15A NCAC 02D.0614: COMPLIANCE ASSURANCE MONITORING [40 CFR 641
a. Pursuant to 40 CFR 64 and 15A NCAC 02D.0614,the Permittee shall comply with the conditions below for
the Pollutant Specific Emission Unit(s)controlled by the venturi scrubbers(ID Nos.CD02 and CD14).
Emission Limitations/Standards
b. The following table presents the regulated pollutants and the associated emission limitations/standards:
Regulated Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
PM See Section 2.1 C.1 15A NCAC 02D .0515
Monitoring Approach [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f),40 CFR 64.6]
c. The key elements of the monitoring approach for PM,including parameters to be monitored,parameter ranges
and performance criteria are presented in the following table.
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Monitoring Indicator No.1 Indicator No.2
Elements
Measurement Injection rate measurements are made every Pressure drop measurements are made every
Approach 15 minutes 15 minutes
64.6c 1 i ,(ii)]
Indicator Range An excursion is defined as a one-hour block An excursion is defined as a one-hour block
[64.6(c)(2)] average injection rate reading lower than the average pressure drop reading lower than the
respective 3-hour block average reading listed respective 3-hour block average reading listed
in Table 2.1 C.1.f of this permit.Excursions in Table 2.1 C.1.f of this permit.Excursions
trigger an inspection and corrective action. trigger an inspection and corrective action.
QIP threshold The QIP threshold is six excursions in a six- The QIP threshold is six excursions in a six-
[64.81 month reporting eriod. month reporting eriod.
Data Measurements are made once every 15 Measurements are made once every 15
Representativeness minutes and complied into the appropriate minutes and complied into the appropriate
[64.6(c)(1)(iii), averaging periods. averaging periods.
64.3(b)(1)]
Verification of Monitoring shall be required upon issuance of permit no.03449T45
Operational Status
[64.3(b)(2)]
QA/QC Practices Flowmeter calibration shall be performed Pressure transducer calibration shall be
and Criteria according to manufacturer recommendations. performed according to manufacturer
[64.3(b)(3)] recommendations.
Monitoring Measurements are made by a computerized data acquisition and handling system once every 15
frequency minutes and complied into the appropriate averaging periods.
[64.3(b)(4)]
Data collection Non-SSM periods when flowrate or pressure drop falls below the acceptable ranges for more
procedure than one-hour will be documented.An electronic or written logbook will be kept of all control
[64.3(b)(4)] device inspections and corrective actions.
Recordkeepini!Requirements [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f),40 CFR 64.9]
d. The owner or operator shall maintain records of the following:
i. Date and time and results of all monitoring activities;
ii. Information on the number,duration and cause(including unknown cause,if applicable)of excursions or
exceedances,as applicable,and the corrective actions taken;
iii. Maintenance records of the differential pressure gauge;and
iv. Written QIP required pursuant to 40 CFR 64.8 and any activities undertaken to implement a quality
improvement plan.
Reportinz Requirements [15A NCAC 02Q .0508(f),40 CFR 64.9]
e. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of all monitoring activities postmarked on or before January 30
of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between July and December and July 30 of each
calendar year for the preceding six-month period between January and June. All instances of deviations for the
requirements of this permit must be clearly identified. At a minimum,the report shall include the following
elements:
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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5. 15A NCAC 02D.0614: COMPLIANCE ASSURANCE MONITORING [40 CFR 641
a. Pursuant to 40 CFR 64 and 15A NCAC 2D.0614,the Permittee shall comply with the conditions below for the
Pollutant Specific Emission Unit(s)controlled by the biofilter(ID No.CD-18).
Emission Limitations/Standards
b. The following table presents the regulated pollutants and the associated emission limitations/standards:
Regulated Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
vOCs Best Available Control Technology 15A NCAC 02D .0530
See Section 2.2 B.2.
Monitoring Approach [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f),40 CFR 64.6]
c. The Permittee has elected to satisfy the presumptively acceptable monitoring requirements under MACT
DDDD for the biofilter as allowed at 40 CFR 64.4(b)(4).The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance
with 15A NCAC 02D .0530 if the biofilter bed minimum and maximum temperatures are outside the indicator
range found at Section 2.2 A.l.h.
Recordkeeping and Reporting Requirements [15A NCAC 02Q .0508(f),40 CFR 64.9]
d. The Permittee shall meet the recordkeeping and reporting requirements found in Section 2.2 A.Laa through ii,
as applicable.The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0530 if these
requirements are not met.
6. 15A NCAC 02D.0530(u):USE OF PROJECTED ACTUAL EMISSIONS TO AVOID APPLICABILITY OF
PREVENTION OF SIGNIFICANT DETERIORATION REQUIREMENTS
a. i. The Permittee has used projected actual emissions to avoid applicability of Prevention of Significant
Deterioration requirements for a project consisting of modifications to the MDF dryer involving natural
gas burner replacement to achieve increases in throughput,reliability and safety when firing natural gas.
This project does not result in an increase in overall design capacity of the MDF Mill.This project is fully
described in application no. 1900015.17D.
ii. The Permittee has used projected actual emissions to avoid applicability of Prevention of Significant
Deterioration requirements for a project consisting of modifications to the MDF Mill to achieve increases
in throughput.This project is expected to result in an increase in overall design capacity of the MDF Mill.
This project is fully described in application no. 1900015.18A.
In order to verify the assumptions used in the projected actual emissions calculations,the Permittee shall
comply with the testing,record keeping and reporting requirements in Sections 2.1 C.6.b through e below.
Testing[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance General Condition JJ.
Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 02D.0530(u)]
c. The Permittee shall maintain records of the actual emissions of PM10,PM2.5,and CO from the sources
indicated in the permitted equipment list in Section 1 as the Medium Density Fiberboard(MDF)Facilities
(MDF Facilities)in tons per year.Records shall start following the resumption of regular operations after the
modifications described in application no. 1900015.17D and shall continue for ten years after the resumption
of regular operations after the modifications described in application no. 1900015.18A. The first year shall
start on the first day of the first full calendar month after commencing regular operations after the modification
described in application no. 1900015.17D.Each subsequent year shall include the same 12-month period.
d. i. The reported actual emissions(post-construction emissions)of the MDF Facilities for each of the years
will be compared to the projected actual emissions(pre-construction projection)for the dryer as included
below:
Pollutant Projected Actual
Emissions tons per ear
PMio 92
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Pollutant Projected Actual
Emissions tons per ear
PM2.5 92
CO 251
ii. These projected actual emissions are not enforceable limitations. If projected emissions are exceeded,
consistent with 15A NCAC 02D .0530,the permittee shall include in its annual report an explanation as to
why the actual rates exceeded the projection.
iii. The Permittee shall make the information,documented and maintained in this condition available to the
Director or the general public pursuant to the requirements in 40 CFR 70.4(b)(3)(viii).
Reporting[15A NCAC 02D.0530(u)]
e. The Permittee shall submit a report of the actual emissions of the pollutants identified in Section 2.1 C.6.c from
the MDF Facilities to the Director within 60 days after the end of each year(as defined in Section 2.1 C.6.c)
during which the records in Section 2.1 C.6.c must be generated. The report shall contain the items listed in 40
CFR 51.166(r)(6)(v)(a)through(c).
D. The following sources for the Medium Density Fiberboard Facilities
Emission Source ID No. Emission Source Description Control Control Device
Device ID No. Description
ES-18,ES-19,and ES-20 Three natural gas-fired hot oil heaters
NSPS Dc (30.4 million Btu per hour maximum NA NA
MACT DDDDD heat input each
The following table provides a summary of limits and/or standards for the emission sources above:
Regulated Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
PM 0.25 pounds per million Btu heat input 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
NA Notification and Recordkeeping 15A NCAC 02D.0524(NSPS
Subpart Dc
HAPs Annual tune ups 15A NCAC 02D.I I I I
Odors State-Enforceable Only 15A NCAC 02D.1806
See Section 2.2 A.2
PM2.51 PMI0 See Section 2.2 B.1 15A NCAC 02Q.0317
PSD Avoidance
VOCs Best Available Control Technology 15A NCAC 02D.0530
See Section 2.2 B.2.
1. 15A NCAC 02D.0503: PARTICULATES FROM FUEL BURNING INDIRECT HEAT EXCHANGERS
a. Emissions of particulate matter from the combustion of natural gas that are discharged from these sources into
the atmosphere shall not exceed 0.25 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 General Condition JJ.If the results
of this test are above the limit given in condition a. above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance
with 15A NCAC 02D .0503.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping/Reporting[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. No monitoring/recordkeeping/reporting is required for particulate emissions from the firing of natural gas in
these sources.
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2. 15A NCAC 02D.0516: SULFUR DIOXIDE EMISSIONS FROM COMBUSTION SOURCES
a. Emissions of sulfur dioxide from these sources 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 condition a. above,the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0516.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. No monitoring/recordkeeping is required for sulfur dioxide emissions from natural gas combustion for these
sources.
3. 15A NCAC 02D.0521: CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. Visible emissions from these sources 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 are above the limit given in condition a.above,the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0521.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping/Reporting[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. No monitoring/recordkeeping/reporting is required for visible emissions from the firing of natural gas in these
sources.
4. 15A NCAC 02D.0524:NEW SOURCE PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
a. For these sources,the Permittee shall comply with all applicable provisions,including the notification,testing,
recordkeeping,and monitoring requirements contained in Environmental Management Commission Standard
15A NCAC 02D.0524"New Source Performance Standards(NSPS)as promulgated in 40 CFR Part 60
Subpart Dc,"Standards of Performance for Small Industrial-Commercial-Institutional Steam Generating
Units"including Subpart A"General Provisions."
Recordkeeping Requirements [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
b. The Permittee shall record and maintain records of the amounts of each fuel fired during each month. [40 CFR
60.48c(g)(2)]These records shall be maintained by the Permittee for a period of two years following the date
of such record. [40 CFR 60.48c(i)] The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D
.0524 if these recordkeeping requirements are not met.
Notification Requirements[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. The Permittee shall submit notification of the actual startup for each source within 15 days after such date. [40
CFR 60.7(a)(3),60.48c(a)]
5. 15A NCAC 02D.1111: MAXIMUM ACHIEVABLE CONTROL TECHNOLOGY
Applicability[40 CFR 63.7485, §63.7490, §63.7499(1)]
a. For these sources 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"(MALT)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 [§63.7575]
b. For the purpose of this permit condition,the definitions and nomenclature contained in§63.7575 shall apply.
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40 CFR Part 63 Subpart A General Provisions [§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 1§63.7495(a)]
d. The Permittee shall comply with the applicable requirements upon startup of these sources.
Notifications 1§63.7545]
e. As specified in§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 each affected source.j§ 63.7545(c)]
Work Practice Standards [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
f. i. The Permittee shall conduct a tune-up every five years for each source 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 bumer 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.
(F) set the oxygen level no lower than the oxygen concentration measured during the most recent tune-up.
[§63.7500(a), §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. [§63.7540(a)(13), §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. [§63.7500(a)(3)]
v. The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.1111 if the requirements in
Section 2.1 D.5.f are not met.
Recordkeepina 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§63.10(b)(2)(xiv). [§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
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(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.
[§63.7540(a)(10)(vi)]
iii. keep the associated records for Section 2.1 D.5.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.
[§63.7560, §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 D.5.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 D.5 d(i.e.,start-up)and ending on
the earliest December 31It less than one year 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 for the previous compliance period. [§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. [§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.5.f.
Include the date of the most recent burner inspection if it was not done on a 5-year period 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.
[§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 D.5.h are not met.
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E. The following Particleboard Mill operations:
Table 2.1 E.2
Emission Emission Source Control Device
Source Description ID No. Control Device Description
ID No.
Sawdust Rock CD-SC High efficient cyclone-72 inches in diameter
3501 and Metal CD-3501 Reverse flow bag filter with 2,410 square feet of surface
Separator area
The following table provides a summary of limits and/or standards for the particleboard mill.
Regulated Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
PM adequate duct work and properly designed collectors 15A NCAC 02D .0512
Affected facilities:
Sources listed in Table 2.1 E.2
Visible emissions 20 percent opacity 15A NCAC 02D.0521
PMl° See Section 2.1 E.6. 15A NCAC 02D.0530
Visible emissions
PM,PM10 Compliance Assurance Monitoring 15A NCAC 02D.0614
40 CFR 64]
1. RESERVED
2. 15A NCAC 02D.0512: PARTICULATES FROM WOOD PRODUCTS FINISHING PLANTS
a. The Permittee shall not cause,allow,or permit particulate matter caused by the working, sanding,or finishing
of wood to be discharged from any stack,vent,or building into the atmosphere without providing,as a
minimum for its collection,adequate duct work and properly designed collectors. In no case shall the ambient
air quality standards be exceeded beyond the property line.
Monitorin2/Recordkeeuing[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
b. Particulate matter emissions from the sources in Table 2.1 E.2 shall be controlled as presented in Table 2.1 E.2.
c. To ensure compliance,the Permittee shall perform inspections and as follows:
i. monthly external inspection of the duct work and cyclones,noting the structural integrity;and
ii. internal inspection of the bag filters,every 12 months,noting the structural integrity and the condition of
the filters.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0512 if the ductwork,cyclones,and
bag filters are not inspected and maintained.
d. The results of inspection and maintenance for the cyclones,and bag filters shall be maintained in a logbook
(written or electronic format)on-site and made available to an authorized representative upon request. The
logbook shall record the following:
i. the date and time of each recorded action;
ii. the results of each inspection;and
iii. the results of maintenance performed on any control device.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0512 if these records are not
maintained.
Reporting[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
e. The Permittee shall submit the results of any maintenance performed on the control devices in Table E.2 within
30 days of a written request by the DAQ.
f. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of monitoring and record keeping activities postmarked on or
before January 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between July and December and
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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. RESERVED
4. RESERVED
5. 15A NCAC 02D.0521: CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. Visible emissions from the emission sources in Table 2.1 E.2 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 the test performed exceed the limits given in Section 2.1 E.5.a above for visible emissions,the
Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0521.
Monitorin2/Recordkeeuing[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. To ensure compliance,the Permittee shall observe,on a weekly basis,the following emission points in the
Particleboard mill for any visible emissions above normal:
Emission Source Description and ID No. Emission Point ID No.
Sawdust Rock and Metal Separator ID No.3501) CD-3501
The weekly observation must be made for each week of the calendar year period to ensure compliance with
this requirement. 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 as soon as practicable and within the
monitoring period and record the action taken as provided in the recordkeeping requirements below,or
ii. demonstrate that the percent opacity from the emission points of the emission source in accordance with
15A NCAC 02D.2610(Method 9)for 12 minutes is below the limit given in condition a.above.
If the above-normal emissions are not corrected per(i)above or if the demonstration in(ii)above cannot be
made,the Permittee shall be deemed to be in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0521.
d. The results of the monitoring for visible emissions shall be maintained in a logbook(written or electronic
format)on-site and made available to an authorized representative upon request.To ensure quality,entries in
the logbook should be signed by personnel responsible for the effective operation of the units in the
particleboard mill and their air pollution control devices.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)]
e. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of monitoring and record keeping activities postmarked on or
before January 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between July and December and
July 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between January and June. All instances of
deviations from the requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
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6. 15A NCAC 02D.0530: PREVENTION OF SIGNIFICANT DETERIORATION
a. For PSD purposes,the following"Best Available Control Technology"(BACT)permit limitations shall not be
exceeded for units in the particleboard mill(ID No.PB):
Emission Source Pollutants Emission Limits*,** Control Technology
Sawdust Rock and Metal PMI0 0.02 lbs/hr cyclone and ba house
Separator(ID No.3501) VOC 5.56 lbs/hr,as C none
O aci 20 percent cyclone and ba house
* BACT limits shall apply at all times.However,emissions resulting from startup,shutdown or malfunction as
defined under 15A NCAC 02D .0535,exceeding the limits in condition a.above are permitted,provided that the
Permittee,to the extent practicable,maintains and operates each emission source including any associated air
pollution control equipment listed in this Table,in a manner consistent with good air pollution control practice for
minimizing emissions.
Testing(PMio,VOC,CO,NOx) [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required for visible emissions,PM,o,VOC,CO and NOx,the testing shall be performed
in accordance with General Condition JJ. If the results of this test exceed the limits given in Section 2.1 E.6.a.
above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0530.
c. RESERVED
Monitoring(PMio) [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
d. PM,o emissions from the units in the particleboard mill[ID No.PB] shall be controlled as follows:
i. In the sawdust rock and metal separator(ID No.3501),raw materials shall be sorted to remove unusable
material and transported through a high efficiency cyclone(ID No.SC),which is 72 inches in diameter.
Emissions from the cyclone shall be exhausted to a fabric filter(ID No.CD-3501)with 2,410 square feet
of filter surface area.
ii. RESERVED
iii. Emissions from the sources in in Table 2.1.E.2. shall be controlled as presented in Table 2.1.E.2
Cyclones,multi-cyclones and fabric filters in Table 2.1.E.2
e. To ensure compliance and effective operation,the Permittee shall perform inspections and maintenance,as
recommended by the manufacturer. In addition to the manufacturer's inspection and maintenance
recommendations,or if there is no manufacturer's inspection and maintenance recommendations,as a
minimum,the inspection and maintenance requirement shall include the following:
i. a monthly visual external inspection of the control devices,system ductwork,and the material collection
units for leaks.
ii. for each bagfilter,an annual(for each 12-month period following the initial inspection)internal inspection
of the bagfilter's structural integrity.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0530 if these requirements are not
met.
£ RESERVED
g. RESERVED
Monitoring/Recordkeening(VE) [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
h. The monitoring/recordkeeping requirements in Section 2.1 E.5.d shall be sufficient to ensure compliance with
15A NCAC 02D.0530. If the requirements of Section 2.1 E.5.d are not met,the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0530.
Recordkeeving(PMio) [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
For the cyclones,multi-cyclones and fabric filters in Tables 2.1.E.2
i. The results of inspection and maintenance activities shall be maintained in a logbook(written or electronic
format)on-site and made available to an authorized representative of DAQ upon request. The logbook shall
record the following:
i. the date and time of each recorded action;
ii. the results of each inspection;
iii. the results of any maintenance performed;and
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iv. any variance from manufacturer's recommendations,if any,and corrections made.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0530 if these records are not
maintained.
j. RESERVED
k. RESERVED
Reporting(PMio AND VOC) [15A NCAC 02Q .0508(f)]
PMio,AND VOC
in. The Permittee shall submit the results of any maintenance performed on the control devices in Table 2.1.E.2
within 30 days of a written request by the DAQ.
n. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of monitoring and record keeping activities postmarked on or
before January 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between July and December and
July 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between January and June. All instances of
deviations from the requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
VIE
o. Reporting requirements in Section 2.1 E.5.e shall be sufficient to ensure compliance with 15A NCAC 02D
.0530.
p. RESERVED
7. RESERVED
8. RESERVED
F. Laminating Mill:
Table 2.1.F
Emission Emission Source Description Control Device Control Device Description
Source ID No. ID No.
Two(2) Short Cycle Laminating Reverse flow bagfilter(Maximum
3593 and 3594 presses CD-3593 air-to-cloth ratio of 4.1
ACFM/total filter surface area).
Natural gas-fired hot oil heater(4.7
Pr-Heatl million Btu per hour heat input)used N/A NA
with short cycle laminating presses
The following table provides a summary of limits and/or standards for the material handling sources.
Regulated Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Affected source: (ID No.Pr-Heatl) 15A NCAC 02D .0503
0.60 pounds per million Btu heat input
PM Affected source: (ID Nos. 3593 and 3594)
E=4.10P 11.67
where;E=allowable emission rate in pounds per hour 15A NCAC 02D .0515
P=process weight in tons per hour
Sulfur dioxide Affected source: (ID No.Pr-Heatl) 15A NCAC 02D .0516
2.3 pounds per million Btu heat input
Visible emissions 20 percent opacity 15A NCAC 02D .0521
HAPs Affected source:(ID No.Pr-Heatl) 15A NCAC 02D .I I I I
Work Practices, 5-year tune u (MACT DDDDD
Odors State-Enforceable Only 15A NCAC 02D .1806
See Section 2.2 A.2
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1. 15A NCAC 02D.0503: PARTICULATES FROM FUEL BURNING INDIRECT HEAT EXCHANGERS
a. Emissions of particulate matter from the combustion of natural gas from the hot oil heater(ID No.Pr-Heatl)
into the atmosphere shall not exceed 0.60 pounds per million Btu heat input.
Testing[15A NCAC 02D.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 condition a. above,the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0503.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping/Reporting[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. No monitoring,record keeping,or reporting is required for particulate emissions from the firing of No.2 fuel
oil and natural gas in the hot oil heater(ID No.Pr-Heatl).
2. 15A NCAC 02D.0515: PARTICULATE EMISSIONS FROM MISCELLANEOUS INDUSTRIAL
PROCESSES
a. Emissions of particulate matter from the units in the short cycle laminating presses(ID Nos.3593 and 3594)
that are discharged into the atmosphere shall not exceed an allowable emission rate as calculated by the
following equations:
Process Rate Allowable Emission Rate Equation
Less than orequal to 30 tons per hour E=4.10 x P"
Greater than 30 tons per hour E=55.0(P)0.11 -40
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.
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 the test performed exceed the limits given in condition a. above,the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0515.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping/Reporting[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. Particulate matter emissions from the short cycle laminating presses(ID Nos.3593 and 3594)shall be
controlled using the reverse flow bagfilter(ID No.CD-3593). To ensure compliance,the Permittee shall
perform inspections and maintenance as recommended by the manufacturer. In addition to the manufacturer's
inspection and maintenance recommendations,or if there are no manufacturer's inspection and maintenance
recommendations,as a minimum,the inspection and maintenance requirement shall include the following:
i. a monthly visual inspection of the system ductwork and material collection unit for leaks;and
ii. an annual(for each 12-month period following the initial inspection)internal inspection of the bagfilter's
structural integrity.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0515 if the ductwork and bagfilters
are not inspected and maintained.
d. The results of inspection and maintenance shall be maintained in a logbook(written or electronic format)on-
site and made available to an authorized representative upon request. The logbook shall record the following:
i. the date and time of each recorded action;
ii. the results of each inspection;and
iii. the results of maintenance performed on any control device.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0515 if these records are not
maintained.
Reporting[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
e. The Permittee shall submit the results of any maintenance performed on the bagfilter(ID No.CD-3593)within
30 days of a written request by the DAQ.
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f. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of monitoring and recordkeeping activities postmarked on or
before January 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between July and December and
July 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between January and June. All instances of
deviations from the requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
3. 15A NCAC 02D.0516: SULFUR DIOXIDE EMISSIONS FROM COMBUSTION SOURCES
a. Sulfur dioxide emissions from the hot oil heater(ID No.Pr-Heatl)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 condition a.above,the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0516.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. No monitoring,record keeping,or reporting is required for sulfur dioxide emissions from the firing of natural
gas in the hot oil heater(ID No.Pr-Heatl).
4. 15A NCAC 02D.0521: CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. Visible emissions from the sources listed in Table 2.1.F. 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 the test performed exceed the limits given in condition a. (above)for visible emissions,the Permittee
shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0521.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. To ensure compliance,the Permittee shall observe,on a weekly basis,the following emission points in the
Particleboard mill for any visible emissions above normal:
Emission Source Emission Point ID No.
short cycle laminating presses(ID Nos.3593 and 3594) CD-3593
The weekly observation must be made for each of the calendar year period to ensure compliance with this
requirement. If visible emissions from the short cycle laminating presses are observed to be above normal,the
Permittee shall either:
i. take appropriate action to correct the above-normal emissions as soon as practicable and within the
monitoring period and record the action taken as provided in the recordkeeping requirements below,or
ii. demonstrate that the percent opacity from the emission points of the emission source in accordance with
15A NCAC 02D.2610(Method 9)for 12 minutes is below the limit given in condition a.above.
If the above-normal emissions are not corrected per(i)above or if the demonstration in(ii)above cannot be
made,the Permittee shall be deemed to be in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0521.
d. The results of the monitoring for visible emissions shall be maintained in a logbook(written or electronic
format)on-site and made available to an authorized representative upon request.To ensure quality,entries in
the logbook should be signed by personnel responsible for the effective operation of the units in the
particleboard mill and their air pollution control devices.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.
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Reporting[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
e. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of monitoring and record keeping activities postmarked on or
before January 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between July and December and
July 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between January and June. All instances of
deviations from the requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
5. RESERVED
6. 15A NCAC 02D.1111: MAXIMUM ACHIEVABLE CONTROL TECHNOLOGY
Applicability[40 CFR 63.7485, .7490(d), .7499(l)]
a. For the heater(ID No.Pr-Heatl)(an existing source designed to burn gas 1 fuels with a heat input capacity of
less than or equal to 5 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.1111 "Maximum Achievable Control Technology"(MACT)as promulgated in 40
CFR Part 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 Part 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 63.7510(e),63.56(b)]
d. The Permittee shall complete the initial tune up and the one-time energy assessment no later than May 20,
2019.
Notifications 140 CFR 63.7545(e)(8),63.7530(e),(f)]
e. The Permittee shall submit a Notification of Compliance Status. The notification must be signed by a
responsible official and sent before the close of business on the 60th day following the completion of the initial
tune up and one-time energy assessment(whichever is later).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 Part 63 Subpart DDDDD at the site according to the procedures in.40 CFR
63.7540(a)(10)(i)through(vi)' [i.e.,conditions g.i.through g.v. and 1. ii.];and
B. "This facility has had an energy assessment performed according to 40 CFR 63.7530(e)" [i.e.,
condition k.]and is an accurate depiction of the facility at the time of the assessment.
General Compliance Requirements 140 CFR 63.7505(a),63.7500(f)]
f. The Permittee shall be in compliance with the work practice standards in this subpart.These standards apply at
all times the affected unit is operating.
Work Practice Standards [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
g. The Permittee shall conduct a tune-up of the process heater every five years as specified below.
i. As applicable,inspect the burner,and clean or replace any components of the burner as necessary(the
Permittee may delay the burner inspection until the next scheduled or unscheduled unit shutdown,but the
burner must be inspected at least once every 72 months
ii. 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;
iii. 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)'
iv. 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.
v. 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.
[40CFR 63.7500(a),(e),63.7540(a)(10),(a)(12)]
h. Each 5-year tune-up shall be conducted no more than 61 months after the previous tune-up. [40CFR
63.7515(d)]
i. 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),63.7515(g)]
j. At all times,the Permittee 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)]
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.1111 if the requirements in f.through
L are not met.
Energy Assessment Requirements [15A NCAC 02Q .0508(f)]
k. 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 Part 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§63.7575:
[§63.7500(a)(1),Table 3]
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.1111 if the requirements in condition
k. are not met.
Recordkeeuing Requirements [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f),40 CFR 63.7555]
1. The Permittee shall keep the following:
i. 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 semiannual 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 before and after the adjustments of the source;
B. A description of any corrective actions taken as a part of the combustion adjustment;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.
[40 CFR 63.7540(a)(10)(vi)]
iii. The associated records for conditions f.through 1.including:
A. the occurrence and duration of each malfunction of operation(i.e.,process equipment)or the required
air pollution control and monitoring equipment.
[40 CFR 63.1 0(b)(2)(ii)]
iv. maintain records of the calendar date,time,occurrence and duration of each startup and shutdown.
[40 CFR 63.7555(i)]
v. maintain records of the type(s)and amount(s)of fuels used during each startup and shutdown.
[40 CFR 63.75550)]
in. The Permittee shall:
i. maintain records in a form suitable and readily available for expeditious review;
ii. keep each record for 5 years following the date of each occurrence,measurement,maintenance,corrective
action,report,or record;and
iii. keep each record on site for at least 2 years after the date of each occurrence,measurement,maintenance,
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corrective action,report,or record. The Permittee can keep the records offsite for the remaining 3 years.
[40 CFR 63.7560,63.10(b)(1)]
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.I I I I if records are not maintained as
described in conditions 1.through m.
RegortinE Requirements [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
n. 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 condition d.and ending on the earliest December 31st
following a complete 5-year period. 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 31.
[40 CFR 63.7550(a),(b)]
i. This report must also be submitted electronically through the EPA's Central Data Exchange(CDX)
(www.epa.gov/cdx).However,if the reporting form specific to this subpart is not available in CEDRI at
the time that the report is due the report the Permittee submit the report to the at the appropriate address
listed in 40 CFR 63.13. [40 CFR 63.7550(h)(3)]
o. The compliance report must contain the following information:
i. Company name and address;
ii. Process unit information,emissions limitations,and operating parameter limitations;
iii. Date of report and beginning and ending dates of the reporting period;
iv. The total operating time during the reporting period;
iv. If there are no deviations from the requirements of the work practice requirements in condition g.above,a
statement that there were no deviations from the work practice standards during the reporting period;and
v. Include the date of the most recent tune-up for each unit required according to condition g.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.
[40 CFR 63.7550(a)and(c),Table 9]
p. If the Permittee has a deviation from a work practice standard during the reporting period,the report must
contain the following information:
i. A description of the deviation and which emission limit or operating limit from which the Permittee
deviated;and
ii. Information on the number,duration,and cause of deviations(including unknown cause),as applicable,
and the corrective action taken.
[40 CFR 63.7550(a)and(d),63.7540(b),Table 9]
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.1111 if the reporting requirements in
n.through p.are not met.
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G. The following sources for the Medium Density Fiberboard Facilities:
Table 2.1 G.1
Emission Source Emission Source Description Control Device ID Control Device Description
ID No. I No.
MDF Moulding Line Operations consisting of-
ES-MIA MDF moulding line 1—moulding CD-4005 Reverse flow bag filter with 6,918
MACT DDDD zone consisting of rip saw,moulder square feet of surface area
and sanders
ES-M2A MDF moulding line 2—moulding in parallel with
MACT DDDD zone consisting of rip saw,moulder
and sanders CD-5001 Reverse flow bag filter with 6,918
ES-M3A MDF moulding line 3—moulding square feet of surface area
MACT DDDD zone consisting of rip saw,moulder
and sanders
ES-M1B MDF moulding line 1 -coating and NA NA
MACT DDDD drying zone consisting of spray
coater and a natural gas-fired drying
oven(two burners, 1.3 million Btu
per hour each
ES-M2B MDF moulding line 2-coating and N/A N/A
MACT DDDD drying zone consisting of spray
coater and a natural gas-fired drying
oven(two burners, 1.3 million Btu
per hour each
ES-M3B MDF moulding line 3 -coating and N/A N/A
MACT DDDD drying zone consisting of spray
coater and a natural gas-fired drying
oven(two burners, 1.3 million Btu
per hour each
ES-MSS1 MDF moulding line shavings silo CD-MSS1 Cartridge filter(1,500 square feet of
MACT DDDD I surface area)
The following table provides a summary of limits and/or standards for the emission sources above:
Regulated Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
PM adequate duct work and properly designed collectors 15A NCAC 02D .0512
Affected facilities:
(ID Nos.ES-M1A,-M2A,-M3A and ES-MSSl)
PM E=4.1 OP 0 67 when P<30 tons per hour 15A NCAC 02D.0515
Or
E=55.OP 0-" when P>30 tons per hour
where E=allowable emission rate in pounds per hour
P=process weight in tons per hour
Affected facilities:
ID Nos.ES-M1B,-M2B and-M313
Sulfur dioxide 2.3 pounds per million Btu heat input 15A NCAC 02D.0516
Affected facilities:
ID Nos.ES-M1B,-M2B and-M313)
Visible emissions 20 percent opacity 15A NCAC 02D.0521
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Regulated Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
No applicable requirements 15A NCAC 02D .1111
HAPs (40 CFR Part 63 Subpart
See Section 2.2 A.1 DDDD
Odors State-Enforceable Only 15A NCAC 02D.1806
See Section 2.2 A.2
NA Startup notification NCGS 143-215.108
1. 15A NCAC 02D.0512: PARTICULATES FROM WOOD PRODUCTS FINISHING PLANTS
a. The Permittee shall not cause,allow,or permit particulate matter caused by the working, sanding,or finishing
of wood to be discharged from any stack,vent,or building into the atmosphere without providing,as a
minimum for its collection,adequate duct work and properly designed collectors. In no case shall the ambient
air quality standards be exceeded beyond the property line.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
b. Particulate matter emissions from these sources(ID Nos.ES-M1A,-M2A,-M3A and ES-MSS1)shall be
controlled as presented in Table 2.1 G.1.
c. To ensure compliance,the Permittee shall perform inspections and as follows:
i. monthly external inspection of the duct work and cyclones,noting the structural integrity;and
ii. internal inspection of the bag filters,every 12 months,noting the structural integrity and the condition of
the filters.
d. The results of inspection and maintenance for the cyclones,and bag filters shall be maintained in a logbook
(written or electronic format)on-site and made available to an authorized representative upon request. The
logbook shall record the following:
i. the date and time of each recorded action;
ii. the results of each inspection;and
iii. the results of maintenance performed on any control device.
Reporting[15A NCAC 02Q.0308(a)]
e. The Permittee shall submit the results of any maintenance performed on the control devices within 30 days of a
written request by the DAQ.
f. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of monitoring and record keeping activities given in Section 2.1
G.Lb through d 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.
2. 15A NCAC 02D.0515: PARTICULATES FROM MISCELLANEOUS INDUSTRIAL PROCESSES
a. Emissions of particulate matter from these sources(ID No.ES-M1B,-M2B and-M3B)shall not exceed an
allowable emission rate as calculated by the following equation:
E=4.10 x P'-" (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.
Testing[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping/Reporting[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. The Permittee shall maintain production records such that the process rates"P"in tons per hour,as specified by
the formulas contained above can be derived,and shall make these records available to a DAQ authorized
representative upon request.
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3. 15A NCAC 02D.0516: SULFUR DIOXIDE EMISSIONS FROM COMBUSTION SOURCES
a. Emissions of sulfur dioxide from this source(ID Nos.ES-M1B,-M2B,and-M3B)shall not exceed 2.3
pounds per million Btu heat input. Sulfur dioxide formed by the combustion of sulfur in fuels,wastes,ores,
and other substances shall be included when determining compliance with this standard.
Testin [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping/Reporting[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.
4. 15A NCAC 02D.0521: CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. Visible emissions from these sources 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.
Monitoring[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. 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 sources
within 30 days of beginning operation. 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 as soon as practicable and within the
monitoring period and record the action taken as provided in the recordkeeping requirements below,or
ii. demonstrate that the percent opacity from the emission points of the emission source in accordance with
15A NCAC 02D.2610(Method 9)for 12 minutes is below the limit given in Section 2.1 GA.a above.
Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
d. The results of the monitoring shall be maintained in a logbook(written or electronic format)on-site and made
available to an authorized representative upon request.The logbook shall record the following:
i. the date and time of each recorded action;
ii. the 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.
Reporting[15A NCAC 02Q .0508(f)]
e. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of the monitoring and recordkeeping activities given in Section(s)
2.1 A.Lc and d 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.
5. STARTUP NOTIFICATION
Under the provisions of NCGS 143-215.108,the Permittee shall notify the Regional Office in writing of the date of
beginning operation of the MDF moulding Line(ID Nos.ES-M1A,-M1B,-M2A,-M2B,-M3A,-M3B and-
MSS1)postmarked no later than 30 days after such date.
H. Reserved
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I. The following combustion source:
Table 2.1.I.
Emission Source ID Control Device
No. Emission Source Description Control Device ID No. Description
ES-21 Diesel Fuel-fired Emergency
MACT ZZZZ Generator(1592 Brake Horsepower NA NA
output)
The following table provides a summary of limits and/or standards for the emission sources above:
Regulated Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Sulfur dioxide 2.3 pounds per million Btu heat input 15A NCAC 02D .0516
Visible emissions 20 percent opacity 15A NCAC 02D.0521
HAPs Maximum Achievable Control Technology 15A NCAC 02D .1111
40 CFR Part 63 Subpart ZZZZ)
Odors State Enforceable Only 15A NCAC 02D.1806
See Section 2.2 A.2.
NOx,PM2.5,PM,o See Section 2.2 B.1. 15A NCAC 02Q.0317
PSD Avoidance
VOCs Best Available Control Technology 15A NCAC 02D.0530
See Section 2.2 B.2.
1. 15A NCAC 02D.0521: CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. Visible emissions from this source 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 are above the limit given in condition a. above,the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0521.
Monitoring/Recordkeeuing/Reuorting[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. No monitoring/recordkeeping/reporting is required for visible emissions from the firing of diesel fuel in this
source.
2. 15A NCAC 02D.0516: SULFUR DIOXIDE EMISSIONS FROM COMBUSTION SOURCES
a. Emissions of sulfur dioxide from this source 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 found
in Section 3. If the results of this test are above the limit given in condition a. above,the Permittee shall be
deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0516.
Monitoring/Recordkeening[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. No monitoring/recordkeeping is required for sulfur dioxide emissions from the firing of diesel fuel in this
source.
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3. 15A NCAC 02D.1111: MAXIMUM ACHIEVABLE CONTROL TECHNOLOGY
Applicability[40 CFR 63.6585,63.6590(a)(1)(i)]
a. For this emission source(existing stationary RICE with a site rating of more than 500 brake HP located at a
major source of HAP emissions),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 Part 63
Subpart ZZZZ"National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Stationary Reciprocating
Internal Combustion Engines"and Subpart A"General Provisions."
Stationary RICE subiect to limited requirements [40 CFR 63.6590(b)]
b. Pursuant to 40 CFR 63.6590(b)(3)(iii),these sources do not have to meet the requirements of 40 CFR Part 63
Subpart ZZZZ and Subpart A,including initial notification requirements.
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2.2 Multiple Emission Source(s) Specific Limitations and Conditions
A. Facility-wide affected emission sources
The following table provides a summary of limits and standards applicable facility wide:
Regulated Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
HAPs National Emission Standards for Hazardous 15A NCAC 02D .I I 11
Air Pollutants:Plywood and Composite Wood (40 CFR Part 63 Subpart
Products DDDD
Odors State Enforceable Only 15A NCAC 02D .1806
Odorous emissions must be controlled
1. 15A NCAC 2D.1111: MAXIMUM ACHIEVABLE CONTROL TECHNOLOGY
Applicability[§63.2231]
a. For the emission sources subject to"MACT Subpart DDDD"as indicated in the permitted equipment list,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"(MALT)as promulgated in 40 CFR 63,Subpart DDDD. "National Emission
Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants:Plywood and Composite Wood Products"and Subpart A"General
Provisions."
Definitions and Nomenclature [§63.2292]
b. For the purposes of this permit condition,the definitions and nomenclature contained in§63.2292 shall apply.
40 CFR Part 63 Subpart A General Provisions [§63.2290]
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 DDDD.
Affected Sources Not Subiect to Operating Requirements [§63.2252]
d. For process units not subject to the operating requirements in Section 2.2 A.1,The Permittee is not required to
comply with the compliance options,work practice requirements,performance testing,monitoring,SSM plans,
and recordkeeping or reporting requirements of this 40 CFR 63 Subpart DDDD,or any other requirements in
40 CFR 63 Subpart A except for the initial notification requirements in§63.9(b).
Operating Requirements [15A NCAC 02Q .0508(f), §63.2240(b)]
Group I Coating Operations
e. The Permittee shall use non-HAP coatings(as defined§63.2292)in its Group 1 miscellaneous coating
operations(including ID No.I-Spray paints). [Table 3,40 CFR 63 Subpart DDDD]
MDF Plant
f. The emissions from the MDF process units in Table 2.2 A.1 shall be controlled by the biofilter(ID No.CD18):
Table 2.2 A.1
Emission Source ID No. Emission Source Description
ES-01 Refiner
ES-02-A Energy System consisting of a dry/wet wood/woodwaste-fired burner(205
million Btu per hour heat input)
ES-02-B Two Stage Dryer System
ES-02-C and ES-02-D Two backup natural gas-fired dryer burners(78.5 and 17 million Btu per hour
heat input respectively)
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Emission Source ID No. Emission Source Description
ES-16 MDF Press and Press Hall
g. The HAP emissions from the sources in Table 2.2 A.1 above shall be controlled to meet one of the following
compliance options: [§63.2240(b),Table 113]
i. Reduce emissions of total HAP,measured as THC(as carbon)a,by 90 percent;or
ii. Limit emissions of total HAP,measured as THC(as carbon)a,to 20 ppmvd;or
iii. Reduce methanol emissions by 90 percent;or
iv. Limit methanol emissions to less than or equal to 1 ppmvd if uncontrolled methanol emissions entering the
control device are greater than or equal to 10 ppmvd;or
v. Reduce formaldehyde emissions by 90 percent;or
vi. Limit formaldehyde emissions to less than or equal to 1 ppmvd if uncontrolled formaldehyde emissions
entering the control device are greater than or equal to 10 ppmvd.
h. The Permittee shall maintain the 24-hour block biofilter bed temperature within the following range as
established according to Section 2.2 A.l.m. [§63.2240(b),Table 2]
i. minimum biofilter bed temperature: 132°F
ii. maximum biofilter bed temperature: 152°F
iii. These parameters do not apply during periods of performance testing. Parameters shall be confirmed or
reestablished during performance testing.
i. The Permittee shall operate the MDF Press(ID No.ES 16)in an enclosure that meets the definition of a wood
products enclosure in§63.2292. [§63.2240(b)]
Testing[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
j. If emissions(performance)testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance General Condition
JJ.If the results of this test are above the limit given in Section 2.2 A.Lg above,the Permittee shall be deemed
in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.1111.
k. All initial performance tests shall be conducted pursuant to§63.2260.
1. Any subsequent performance tests shall be conducted pursuant to §63.2262.
MDF Plant Biofilter
m. i. For the biofilter(ID No.CD18),the Permittee:
(A) shall test the biofilter,reestablish the biofilter bed temperature range monitoring parameters at Section
2.2 A.Lh and submit the test results,within 180 days after the start-up of the biofilter(ID No. CD 18)
after issuance of Permit No.T54.An application to revise the monitoring parameters shall be
submitted at the same time as the report.The application will be processed pursuant to 15A NCAC
02Q .0514;and
(B) may expand the biofilter bed temperature operating range;
according to§63.2262(m)and§63.2267.
ii. For the biofilter(ID No.CD18),the Permittee shall conduct repeat performance tests using the applicable
method(s)specified in Table 4 to 40 CFR 63 Subpart DDDD
(A) two years following the previous performance test;and
(B) within 180 days after each replacement of any portion of the biofilter bed media with a different type
of media or each replacement of more than 50 percent(by volume)of the biofilter bed media with the
same type of media.
[Table 7,40 CFR 63 Subpart DDDD]
iii.Once the requirements in(i)(A)have been met and Section 2.2 A.1.h has been updated for the first time
after the issuance of permit no.T54,subsequent revisions to Section 2.2 A.1 h will addressed as follows:
(A) When a test report is submitted pusuant to(i)(B),(ii)(A),or(ii)(B)for the scenario where the
replacement of more than 50 percent(by volume)of the biofilter bed media with the same type of
media has occurred,the permittee shall certify that the biofilter and associated process units have not
been modified subsequent to the date of the previous performance tests.Replacement of the biofilter
media with the same type of material is not considered a modification of the biofilter for purposes of
this section.The Permittee may also submit an application to revise one or both parameters in Section
2.2.A.Lh if he/she chooses to do so. The permit revision will be processed pursuant to 15A NCAC
02Q .0515.
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(B) Otherwise,if this certification in(iii)(A)is not provided or if a test report is submitted pursuant to
(ii)(B)for the scenario where replacement of any portion of the biofilter bed media with a different
type of media has occurred,then the Permittee shall submit an application to revise both parameters in
Section 2.2.A.1.h.The permit revision will be processed pursuant to 15A NCAC 02Q .0514.
If these requirements are not met the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.1111.
General Requirements [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f),63.2250]
n. i. The Permittee must be in compliance with the compliance options,operating requirements,and the work
practice requirements in 40 CFR 63 Subpart DDDD at all times,except during periods of process unit or
control device startup,shutdown,and malfunction;prior to process unit initial startup;and during the
routine control device maintenance exemption specified in Section 2.2 A.l.o.The compliance options,
operating requirements,and work practice requirements do not apply during times when the process
unit(s)subject to the compliance options,operating requirements,and work practice requirements are not
operating,or during periods of startup,shutdown,and malfunction. Startup and shutdown periods must not
exceed the minimum amount of time necessary for these events.
ii. The Permittee must always operate and maintain the affected source,including air pollution control and
monitoring equipment,according to the provisions in§63.6(e)(1)(i).
iii. The Permittee must develop a written Startup,Shutdown,and Malfunction Plan(SSMP)according to the
provisions in§63.6(e)(3).
iv. To the extent practical,startup and shutdown of emission control systems must be scheduled during times
when process equipment is also shut down. [§ 63.2251(e)]
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.1111 if these requirements are not
met.
Routine Control Device Maintenance Exemption(RCDME)[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
o. i. The emission limitations in section 2.2 A.l.g do not apply during times when control device maintenance
covered under the approved RCDME(per request letter dated September 26,2019)is performed.The
Permittee must minimize emissions to the greatest extent possible during these RCDME periods.
[§63.2251(d)]
ii. Operation of the process units controlled as described in Section 2.2 A.l.f during periods of RCDME as
requested in the letter dated September 29,2019 must not exceed 3 percent of annual operating uptime for
each process unit. [§63.225 1(b)]
iii. Pursuant to §63.2251(c),the request for the RCDME,must be incorporated by reference and attached to
the affected source's title V permit.The RCDME is attached to the title V permit as ATTACHMENT B.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.1111 if these requirements are not
met.
Monitoring Requirements [15A NCAC 02Q .0508(f)]
Temperature Monitoring
p. i. The Permittee shall monitor and record the MDF Plant Biofilter(ID No. CD18)bed temperature with a
continuous parameter monitoring system(CPMS).
ii. The Permittee shall install,operate,and maintain each temperature CPMS according to§63.2269(a)and
(b).
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.1111 if these requirements are not
met.
All CPMS
q. i. For the biofilter(ID No.CD18),the Permittee shall determine the 24-hour block average of all recorded
readings,calculated after every 24 hours of operation as the average of the evenly spaced recorded
readings in the previous 24 operating hours(excluding periods described in paragraphs ii and iii below.
[§63.2270(e)]
ii. Except for,as appropriate,monitor malfunctions,associated repairs,required quality assurance or control
activities(including,as applicable,calibration checks and required zero and span adjustments)the
Permittee shall conduct all monitoring in continuous operation at all times that the process unit is
operating.For purposes of calculating data averages,the Permittee must not use data recorded during
monitoring malfunctions,associated repairs,out-of-control periods,or required quality assurance or
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control activities. The Permittee must use all the data collected during all other periods in assessing
compliance.A monitoring malfunction is any sudden,infrequent,not reasonably preventable failure of the
monitoring to provide valid data.Monitoring failures that are caused in part by poor maintenance or
careless operation are not malfunctions.Any period for which the monitoring system is out-of-control and
data are not available for required calculations constitute an instance of noncompliance with the
monitoring requirements. [§63.2270(b)]
iii. The Permittee may not use data recorded during monitoring malfunctions,associated repairs,and required
quality assurance or control activities;data recorded during periods of startup,shutdown,and malfunction;
or data recorded during periods of control device downtime covered in any approved routine control
device maintenance exemption in data averages and calculations used to report emission or operating
levels,nor may such data be used in fulfilling a minimum data availability requirement,if applicable.The
Permittee must use all the data collected during all other periods in assessing the operation of the control
system. [§63.2270(c)]
iv. To calculate the data averages for each 24-hour averaging period,the Permittee must have at least 75
percent of the required recorded readings for that period using only recorded readings that are based on
valid data(i.e.,not from periods described in paragraphs ii and iii above. [§63.2270(f)]
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), §63.2282 and.2283]
r. The Permittee shall keep the following:
i. 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,according to the requirements in
§63.10(b)(2)(xiv);
ii. the records in§63.6(e)(3)(iii)through(v)related to startup,shutdown,and malfunction;
iii. documentation of the approved routine control device maintenance exemption,requested under§63.2251;
iv. records of performance tests and performance evaluations as required in§63.1 0(b)(2)(viii);
v. associated records for Sections 2.2 A.l.n through q;
vi. records showing that non-HAP coatings are being used;and
s. The Permittee shall:
i. maintain records in a form suitable and readily available for expeditious review as specified in
§63.10(b)(1).
ii. as specified in§63.10(b)(1),keep each record for 5 years following the date of each occurrence,
measurement,maintenance,corrective action,report,or record.
iii. keep each record on site for at least 2 years after the date of each occurrence,measurement,maintenance,
corrective action,report,or record according to §63.10(b)(1).The Permittee can keep the records offsite
for the remaining 3 years.
[§63.2283]
t. The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .1111 if records are not maintained
pursuant to Sections 2.2 A.l.r through s.
Reporting Requirements [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f), § 63.2281]
u. The permittee shall submit a compliance report semiannually 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 noncompliance with the
requirements of this permit must be clearly identified. [§63.2281(b)(5)and§63.2281(g)]
The compliance report must contain the information in paragraphs(1)through(8)of this section.
(1) Company name and address.
(2) 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.
(3) Date of report and beginning and ending dates of the reporting period.
(4) If you had a startup,shutdown,or malfunction during the reporting period and you took actions consistent
with your SSMP,the compliance report must include the information specified in§63.1 0(d)(5)(i).
(5) A description of control device maintenance performed while the control device was offline and one or
more of the process units controlled by the control device was operating,including the information
specified in paragraphs(5)(i)through(iii)of this section.
(i) The date and time when the control device was shut down and restarted.
(ii) Identification of the process units that were operating and the number of hours that each process unit
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operated while the control device was offline.
(iii)A statement of whether or not the control device maintenance was included in your approved routine
control device maintenance exemption developed pursuant to §63.2251.If the control device
maintenance was included in your approved routine control device maintenance exemption,then you
must report the information in paragraphs(5)(iii)(A)through(C)of this section.
(A) The total amount of time that each process unit controlled by the control device operated during
the semiannual compliance period and during the previous semiannual compliance period.
(B) The amount of time that each process unit controlled by the control device operated while the
control device was down for maintenance covered under the routine control device maintenance
exemption during the semiannual compliance period and during the previous semiannual
compliance period.
(C) Based on the information recorded under paragraphs(y)(5)(iii)(A)and(B)of this section for each
process unit,compute the annual percent of process unit operating uptime during which the
control device was offline for routine maintenance using Equation 1 of this section.
DT + DT'
I�Yf - P�l� + P�]� �'q 1)
Where:
RM=Annual percentage of process unit uptime during which control device is down for routine
control device maintenance;
PUP Process unit uptime for the previous semiannual compliance period;
PUS Process unit uptime for the current semiannual compliance period;
DTP Control device downtime claimed under the routine control device maintenance exemption
for the previous semiannual compliance period;
DTI Control device downtime claimed under the routine control device maintenance exemption
for the current semiannual compliance period.
(6) The results of any performance tests conducted during the semiannual reporting period.
(7) If there are no instances of noncompliance with any applicable compliance option or operating
requirement,a statement that there were no instances of noncompliance with the compliance options or
operating requirements during the reporting period.
(8) If there were no periods during which the continuous monitoring system(CMS),including CPMS,was
out-of-control as specified in§63.8(c)(7),a statement that there were no periods during which the CMS
was out-of-control during the reporting period.
[§63.2281(c)]
v. The compliance report must also include the following information for each instance of noncompliance from a
compliance option or operating requirement where you are using a CMS to comply with the compliance
options and operating requirements.This includes periods of startup,shutdown,and malfunction and routine
control device maintenance.
(1) The date and time that each malfunction started and stopped.
(2) The date and time that each CMS was inoperative,except for zero(low-level)and high-level checks.
(3) The date,time,and duration that each CMS was out-of-control,including the information in§63.8(c)(8).
(4) The date and time that each instance of noncompliance started and stopped,and whether each instance of
noncompliance occurred during a period of startup,shutdown,or malfunction;during a period of control
device maintenance covered in your approved routine control device maintenance exemption;or during
another period.
(5) A summary of the total duration of the instance of noncompliance during the reporting period and the total
duration as a percent of the total source operating time during that reporting period.
(6) A breakdown of the total duration of the instances of noncompliance during the reporting period into those
that are due to startup,shutdown,control system problems,control device maintenance,process problems,
other known causes,and other unknown causes.
(7) A summary of the total duration of CMS downtime during the reporting period and the total duration of
CMS downtime as a percent of the total source operating time during that reporting period.
(8) A brief description of the process units.
(9) A brief description of the CMS.
(10)The date of the latest CMS certification or audit.
(11)A description of any changes in CMS,processes,or controls since the last reporting period.
[§63.2271, §63.2281(e)]
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w. The compliance report must also contain the following information for each instance of noncompliance with a
compliance option or operating requirement and for each instance of noncompliance with the work practice
requirements that occurs where you are not using a CMS to comply with the compliance options,operating
requirements,or work practice requirements. This includes periods of startup,shutdown,and malfunction and
routine control device maintenance.
(1) The total operating time of each affected source during the reporting period.
(2) Information on the number,duration,and cause of instances of noncompliance(including unknown cause,
if applicable),as applicable,and the corrective action taken.
[§63.2271, §63.2281(d)]
x. The permittee shall submit a report if a startup,shutdown,or malfunction during the reporting period occurred
that is not consistent with the SSMP.The report must contain the following:
i. Actions taken for the event and must be submitted by fax or telephone within two working days after
starting actions inconsistent with the plan.
ii. The information in§63.1 0(d)(5)(ii)and must be submitted by letter within seven working days after the
end of the event unless alternative arrangements have been made with the permitting authority.
[Table 9,40 CFR 63 Subpart DDDD]
y. The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.1111 if the reporting requirements in
Sections 2.2 A.Lu through x are not met.
Notification Requirements [§63.2280]
z. The Permittee shall:
i. submit all of the notifications in§63.7(b) [Notification of Performance Test] and(c) [Quality Assurance
Program],63.8(e) [Performance evaluation of CMS],(f)(4) [alternative monitoring method] and(f)(6)
[alternative RATA],63.9(b)through(e) [initial notifications],and(g)[CMS notifications] and(h)
[Notification of compliance status]by the dates specified. [§63.2280(a)]
ii. submit a written notification of intent to conduct a performance test at least 60 calendar days before the
performance test is scheduled to begin as specified in§ 63.7(b)(1).
iii. be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .1111 if these notification requirements are not met.
STATE ENFORCEABLE ONLY
2. 15A NCAC 02D.1806: CONTROL AND PROHIBITION OF ODOROUS EMISSIONS
The Permittee shall not operate the facility without implementing management practices or installing and
operating odor control equipment sufficient to prevent odorous emissions from the facility from causing or
contributing to objectionable odors beyond the facility's boundary.
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B. Medium Density Fiberboard Facilities
The following table provides a summary of the limits and/or standards for the MDF facilities:
Regulated Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
PM2.51 PMI0 See Section 2.2 B.1 15A NCAC 02Q .0317
PSD Avoidance
VOC Best Available Control Technology 15A NCAC 02D .0530
See Section 2.2 B.2
NOx See Section 2.2 B.3 15A NCAC 02Q .0317
PSD Avoidance
1. 15A NCAC 02Q.0317:AVOIDANCE CONDITIONS for 15A NCAC 02D.0530:PREVENTION OF
SIGNIFICANT DETERIORATION
a. In order to the avoid the applicability of 15A NCAC 02D.0530,the combined emissions from the sources
indicated in Table 2.2 B.1 below shall not exceed the following limits:
i. PM-2.5 emissions shall not exceed It 1.9 tons per consecutive 12-month period.
ii. PM-10 emissions shall not exceed 116.9 tons per consecutive 12-month period.
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 exceed the limits given in Section 2.2 B.La. above,the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0530.
ii. Under the provisions of NCGS 143-215.108,the Permittee shall test the biofilter(ID No CD18)to
establish emission factors(controlled)to be used for purposes of Section 2.2 B.Lc below. Testing shall be
completed within 180 days after the start-up of the biofilter(ID No.CD18)after issuance of Permit No.
T54. Testing shall be conducted in scenarios that represent worst-case emissions.The Permittee shall be
deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0530 if these requirements are not met.
Monitorin215A NCAC 02Q .0508(f)]
c. i. The Permittee shall calculate on a monthly basis the monthly and rolling 12-month total of the PM10 and
PM2.5 emissions from the MDF sources identified in Table 2.2 B.1.
ii. For purposes of Section 2.2 B.2.c,the Permittee shall utilize the emission factors in Table 2.2 B.1 below.
If the Permittee conducts source testing that results in any emission factors greater than those in Table 2.2
B.1,the Permittee shall submit a permit application to revise the permit with the test report required in
Section 2.2 B.l.b.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0530 if these requirements not met.
Recordkeeningl5A NCAC 02Q .0508(f)]
d. The Permittee shall keep the following records in a logbook(written or electronic format):
i. the monthly and rolling 12-month total for the PM10 and PM2.5 emissions from the MDF sources in
Table 2.2 B.1;and
ii. the process rates of the dryers in ODMT/hr,the process rates of the press in MSF/hr;and the heat inputs
for the combustion sources in MMBtu/hr. These values may be calculated on a monthly average basis.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0530 if these requirements are not
met.
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Table 2.2 B.1
PM-10 PM-2.5
Emission Point Description*
EF Units EF Units
EP-01 Refiner Abort Cyclone 3.52 lb/hr 3.52 lb/hr
EP-03 Fiber Sifter System Filter 0.58 lb/hr 0.58 lb/hr
EP-04 Forming Line Clean-Up Filter 0.55 lb/hr 0.55 lb/hr
EP-05 Mat rejects stem Filter 0.48 lb/hr 0.48 lb/hr
EP-07 Saw System Filter 0.84 lb/hr 0.84 lb/hr
EP-08 Sander System No.I Exhaust Filter 0.90 lb/hr 0.9 lb/hr
EP-09 Recycled Fiber Silo No.I Filter 0.02 lb/hr 0.02 lb/hr
EP-10 Sander System No.2 Exhaust Filter 0.45 lb/hr 0.45 lb/hr
EP-12 Sander Dust Silo No. I Filter 0.02 lb/hr 0.02 lb/hr
EP-13 Dry Sawdust Silo Filter 0.02 lb/hr 0.02 lb/hr
EP-15 Recycled Fiber Silo No.2 Filter 0.02 lb/hr 0.02 lb/hr
EP-17 Sander Dust Silo No.2 Filter 0.02 lb/hr 0.02 lb/hr
ES-18/19/20 Three natural as-fired hot oil heaters 7.45E-03 lb/MMBtu 7.45E-03 lb/MMBtu
ES-02-A Energy System Abort(50150 dry/wet fuel) 0.5 lb/MMBtu 0.43 lb/MMBtu
ES-02-A Energy System Abort(dry fuel) 0.36 lb/MMBtu 0.31 lb/MMBtu
EP-18 Press Biofilter 0.088 lb/MSF 0.088 lb/MSF
EP-18 Energy System and Dryer Biofilter(SW) 0.51 lb/ODMT 0.51 lb/ODMT
EP-18 Energy System and Dryer Biofilter(SW/HW) 0.51 lb/ODMT 0.51 lb/ODMT
EP-16 Press Biofilter(CDMDT) 0.088 lb/MSF 0.088 lb/MSF
EP-02/14 Energy System and Dryer Biofilter(SW)(CDMDT) 0.51 lb/ODMT 0.51 lb/ODMT
EP-02/14 Energy System and Dryer Biofilter(SW/HW)(CDMDT) 0.51 lb/ODMT 0.51 lb/ODMT
* "Energy System and Dryer"includes the commingled emissions of the energy system,two stage dryer system and the three backup burners(ID Nos.ES-02-A,-
B,-C-1,-C-2,and-D)
SW-softwood only processing
SW/HW-softwood and hardwood processing
CDMDT-Control Device Maintenance Downtime,MACT Subpart DDDD,Biofilter,ID No. CD-18
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Reporting[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
i. The Permittee shall submit a semi-annual summary report,acceptable to the Regional Air Quality Supervisor,of
monitoring and recordkeeping activities postmarked on or before January 30 of each calendar year for 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 monthly and rolling 12-month total of the PM10 and PM2.5
emissions from the MDF sources identified in Table 2.2 B.1.The 12 month rolling totals shall be calculated for each
of the previous 17 months.
2. 15A NCAC 02D.0530: PREVENTION OF SIGNIFICANT DETERIORATION
a. For PSD purposes,the following'Best Available Control Technology"(BACT)permit limitations shall not be
exceeded for units at the MDF Facilities:
Table 2.2.11.2
Equipment/Process ID No. I Emission Limits* Control Technology
MDF Facilities Operations
Energy System ES-02-A
Two Stage Dryer System ES-02-B
with backup natural gas ES-02-C-1,C-2 7.83 lb WPP1 VOC/ODMT Biofilter(ID No. CD18)
burners ES-02-D
MDF Board Cooler ES-06-B
MDF Press and Press Hall ES-16
MDF Woodworking Operations
Fiber Sifter System ES-03 0.082 lb WPP1 VOC/ODMT
Forming Line Clean-Up ES-04 0.082 lb WPP1 VOC/ODMT
System
Mat Reject System ES-05 0.082 lb WPP1 VOC/ODMT
Saw System ES-07 0.01 lb WPP1 VOC/MSF
Sander System No. 1 ES-08 0.01 lb WPP1 VOC/MSF
Prima sander
Sander System No.2 None
Finishin Sander ES-10 0.01 lb WPP1 VOC/MSF
Recycled Fiber Silo No. 1 ES-09 0.082 lb WPP1 VOC/ODMT
Recycled Fiber Silo No.2 ES-15 0.082 lb WPP1 VOC/ODMT
Sander Dust Silo No. 1 ES-12 0.268 lb WPP1 VOC/ODMT
Sander Dust Silo No.2 ES-17 0.268 lb WPP1 VOC/ODMT
Dry Sawdust Silo Filter ES-13 0.268 lb WPP1 VOC/ODMT
Other Emission Sources in the MDF Plant
Work practice standards and
Diesel Fuel-fired Emergency ES-21 maintenance as required by 40 CFR None
Generators I-DFP 40 Part 63 Subpart ZZZZ and CFR
40 Part 60 Subpart IIII as applicable
Natural gas-fired hot oil ES-18,ES-19, Proper design,maintenance,and None
heaters ES-20 operating ractices
Gasoline storage tank I-Gas Proper design,maintenance,and None
Diesel storage tanks Not permitted I operating ractices
* BACT limits shall apply at all times.However,emissions resulting from startup,shutdown or malfunction as defined
under 15A NCAC 02D.0535,exceeding the limits in condition a. above are permitted,provided that the Permittee,to the
extent practicable,maintains and operates each emission source including any associated air pollution control equipment
listed in this Table,in a manner consistent with good air pollution control practice for minimizing emissions.
** Wood Products Protocol 1 (WPP1)as provided in U.S.EPA,document entitled,"Interim VOC Measurement Protocol
for the Wood Products Industry,"July 2007.
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Testin [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
b. i. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ.
ii. Under the provisions of NCGS 143-215.108,the Permittee shall test the MDF facilities controlled by the
biofilter(ID No.CD18)to demonstrate compliance with the emission limits in Table 2.2 B.2.
iii. Initial and subsequent testing shall be conducted consistent with the MACT DDDD test schedules at Section 2.2
A.I j through in.
If the results of this test(s)exceed the limits given in Table 2.2 B.2 above or these testing requirements are not met,
the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0530.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping Requirements[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. i. The Permittee shall perform inspections and maintenance as recommended by the manufacturer,if any,for the
MDF woodworking operations cited in Table 2.2.13.2. The results of inspection and maintenance activities for
the MDF woodworking operations 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 monthly throughput for each emission source in either ODMT or MSF,as appropriate.
(B) the results of any maintenance activities performed on the emission sources,including corrective actions.
ii. The monitoring and recordkeeping requirements in Section 2.1 D.5.f through h above,as applicable,shall be
sufficient to ensure compliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0530 for the natural gas-fired hot oil heaters(ID Nos.
ES-18,ES-19,and ES-20).
iii. The Permittee shall comply with the work practice standards and maintenance requirements and associated
recordkeeping and reporting as required by 40 CFR 40 Part 63 Subpart ZZZZ and CFR 40 Part 60 Subpart IIII,
as applicable,for the emergency diesel fuel-fired engines(ID Nos.ES-21 and I-DFP).
iv. No monitoring or recordkeeping is required for VOC emissions from the MDF storage tanks cited in Table
2.23.2.above.
v. For the MDF sources controlled by the Biofilter(ID No. CD-18), the Permittee shall meet the monitoring and
recordkeeping requirements for the biofilter found in Section 2.1 A.1.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0530 if these monitoring and recordkeeping
requirements are not met.
Reporting Requirements [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
d. i. The Permittee shall submit the results of any maintenance performed on the biofilter(ID No.CD18)within 30
days of a written request by the DAQ.
ii. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of monitoring and record keeping activities postmarked on or
before January 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between July and December and
July 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between January and June. All instances of
deviations from the requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
3. 15A NCAC 02Q.0317:AVOIDANCE CONDITIONS for 15A NCAC 02D.0530:PREVENTION OF
SIGNIFICANT DETERIORATION
a. In order to the avoid the applicability of 15A NCAC 02D.0530,the combined NOx emissions from the sources
indicated in Table 2.2 B.3 below shall not exceed 308 tons per consecutive 12-month period.
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 exceed the limits given in Section 2.2 B.3.a.above,the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0530.
ii. Pursuant to NCGS 143-215.108,the Permittee shall test the sources controlled by the biofilter(ID No CD18)to
confirm or re-establish emission factors and monitoring parameter(s)to be used for purposes of Section 2.2
B.3.c below.Testing shall be completed within 180 days after the start-up of the biofilter(ID No.CD18)after
issuance of Permit No.T54. Testing shall be conducted in scenarios that represent worst-case NOx emissions.
iii. Pursuant to NCGS 143-215.108,the Permittee shall test the sources controlled by the biofilter(ID No CD18)to
confirm or reestablish emission factors and monitoring parameter(s)to be used for purposes of Section 2.2 B.3.c
below at least once every five years.Testing shall be completed within 61 months after the previous test.
Testing shall be conducted in scenarios that represent worst-case NOx emissions.
iv. If the Permittee conducts source testing that results in emission factors or monitoring parameter(s)that:
(A) are greater than those in Table 2.2 B.3,the permittee shall submit a request to revise the value(s)at the same
time a 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.
(B) are less than those in Table 2.2 B.3,the Permittee may request to revise the value(s)in the permit pursuant to
15A NCAC 02Q.0515.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0530 if these requirements are not met.
Monitoring[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. i. The Permittee may operate the urea/water injection system(ID No.CD02-A)on a voluntary basis.
(A) When the urea/water injection system is in operation,the Permittee shall maintain the minimum urea/water
solution(45%urea concentration by volume)injection rate(3-hour block average)indicated in Table 2.2
B.3 below. During these operating periods,the Permittee may use the controlled emission factors in Table
2.2 B.3 below.This injection rate does not apply during performance testing.The injection rate will be
confirmed or reestablished during performance testing.
(B) When the urea/water injection system is not in operation or the urea/water solution rate is below the rate
indicated in Table 2.2 B.3 below,the Permittee must use the uncontrolled emission factors in Table 2.2 B.3
below.
ii. The Permittee shall calculate on a monthly basis the monthly and rolling 12-month total of NOx emissions from
the MDF sources identified in Table 2.2 B.3.Periods of operation prior to the issuance of permit no.T54 are not
included in these calculations.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0530 if these requirements not met.
Recordkeeuiniz 15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
d. The Permittee shall keep the following records in a logbook(written or electronic format):
i. the heat input rates of all the sources in Table 2.2 B.3 in units of MMBtu/hr;
ii. the water/urea injection rate in units of gpm(3-hour block averages;
iii. for each month,the number of hours of operation of each source in table 2.2 B.3 under the uncontrolled and
controlled scenarios;and
iii. the monthly and rolling 12-month total of NOx emissions from the MDF sources in Table 2.2 B.3.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0530 if these requirements are not met.
Table 2.2 B.3
NOx Minimum
Emission Point Emission Source Description* Emission Urea/Water
Factor Injection
(lb/MMBtu) Rate(gpm)
MDF sources with no urea/water injection(uncontrolled)
ES-02-A Energy System consisting of one dry/wet
wood/woodwaste-fired burner(205 million
Btu per hour heat input)
ES-02-B Two Stage Dryer System
0.791 NA
and and
ES-02-C-1 and Three backup natural gas-fired dryer burners
ES-02-C-2, (35,35,and 17 million Btu per hour heat input
ES-02-D respectively)
MDF sources with urea/water injection(controlled)
ES-02-A Energy System consisting of one dry/wet
wood/woodwaste-fired burner(205 million
Btu per hour heat input)
ES-02-B Two Stage Dryer System
0.33 0.24
and and
ES-02-C-1 and Three backup natural gas-fired dryer burners
ES-02-C-2, (35,35,and 17 million Btu per hour heat input
ES-02-D respectively)
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Reporting[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
e. The Permittee shall submit a semi-annual summary report,acceptable to the Regional Air Quality Supervisor,of
monitoring and recordkeeping activities postmarked on or before January 30 of each calendar year for 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 report shall contain the monthly and rolling 12-month total of the NOx emissions from the MDF
sources identified in Table 2.2 B.3.The 12-month rolling totals shall be calculated for each of the previous 17
months.
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2.3 Insignificant Activities per 15A NCAC 02Q .0503(8)
Emission Source ID No. Emission Source Description'°'
I-VENTS Roof ventilators
I-GAS One 500 gallons above ground gasoline storage tank
I-TANK1,I-TANK2,I-TANK3,I- Four above ground propane storage tanks, 1000 gallons each
TANK4
I-LPA Log Processing Area
I-MDFR-1,I-MDFR-2,I-MDFR-3,I-
MDFR-4 Four MDF Resin Storage Tanks
MACT DDDD
I-DFP-1 Diesel fuel-fired Fire Pump Engine(347 Brake Horsepower output)
MACT ZZZZ,NSPS IIII
I-ODG Diesel-fuel Fired Emergency Generator(465 horsepower,3,026 million Btu per
MACT ZZZZ hour heat input)
I-Irrigation fugitive Spray Irrigation Field Fugitives
I-Wastewater ponds Fugitives from wastewater lagoons
I-Spray paints MACT DDDD Paints and striping for marking wood panels
I-ADS Material Separator System consisting of an Endtrim Bin, Shavings Bin,
MACT DDDD Discharge Conveyor(ADS feed),Air Density Separator,Cyclone,Baghouse and
Reject Conveyor all operated with 100%recycled air.
1 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.
'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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2.4 Permit Shield for Non-Applicable Requirements
The Permittee is shielded from the following non-applicable requirements[15A NCAC 02Q.0512(a)(1)(A)and(B)].
A. New Source Performance Standard(NSPS) Subpart Db is not applicable to the bio-mass fired Energy System(ID
No.ES-02A)because the system is considered a process heater and the primary purpose is to produce a final product.
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SECTION 3 - 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(CEMS)
reports,continuous opacity monitoring systems(COMS)reports,quality assurance(QA)/quality control(QC)reports,acid
rain CEM certification reports,and NOx budget CEM certification reports,one copy shall be sent to the appropriate
Regional Office and one copy shall be sent to:
Supervisor,Stationary Source Compliance
North Carolina Division of Air Quality
1641 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,NC 27699-1641
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[15A 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 Permittee shall submit an application for reopening for cause in accordance with 15A NCAC 02Q.0517.
H. Changes Not Requiring Permit Modifications
1. Reporting Requirements[I 5A 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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LA 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.1111 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.1 111),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).
LB 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.
I.0 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. Emergency Provisions[40 CFR 70.6(g)]
The Permittee shall be subject to the following provisions with respect to emergencies:
1. An emergency means any situation arising from sudden and reasonably unforeseeable events beyond the control of the
facility,including acts of God,which situation requires immediate corrective action to restore normal operation,and
that causes the facility to exceed a technology-based emission limitation under the permit,due to unavoidable increases
in emissions attributable to the emergency. An emergency shall not include noncompliance to the extent caused by
improperly designed equipment,lack of preventive maintenance,careless or improper operation,or operator error.
2. An emergency constitutes an 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. Pen-nit 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 wririn9 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[15A 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 fords 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.
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2. No person shall refuse entry or access to any authorized representative of the DAQ who requests entry for purposes of
inspection,and who presents appropriate credentials,nor shall any person obstruct,hamper,or interfere with any such
authorized representative while in the process of carrying out his official duties. Refusal of entry or access may
constitute grounds for permit revocation and assessment of civil penalties.
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.Refrigerant 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.
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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
exceed any allowances that the facility lawfully holds under Title IV of the Federal Clean Air Act.
GG.Air Pollution Emergency Episode[I 5A 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 Pemuttee'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
.1111,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.
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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.
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 finds that the permit contains a material mistake or that inaccurate statements were made in
establishing the emissions standards or other terms or conditions of the permit;or
d. the Director or EPA determines that the permit must be revised or revoked to assure compliance with the
applicable requirements.
2. Any permit reopening shall be completed or a revised permit issued within 18 months after the applicable requirement
is promulgated. No reopening is required if the effective date of the requirement is after the expiration of the permit
term unless the term of the 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.
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b. In addition to this notification requirement,with the next significant modification or Air Quality Permit
renewal,the Permittee shall submit a page'U"of the application forms signed by the responsible official
verifying that the application for the 502(b)(10)change/modification,is true,accurate,and complete. Further
note that modifications made pursuant to 502(b)(10)do not relieve the Permittee from satisfying
preconstruction requirements.
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.
ATTACHMENT A
MACT DDDD RCDME Request Letter dated September 26,2019