ILLINOIS ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY 

P.O. Box 19506, SPlIINGfIElD, ILLINOIS 62794-9506 

RENEE CIPRIANO, DIRECTOR 

217/782-2113 

LIFETIME OPERATING PERMIT 

t':'ARD CHRQ!.lE ELECTROPLATING OPERATION - - NESHAP SOURCE 

PERMITTEE 

Empir e Hard Chrome, Inc. 

Attn: Mr. Steve Wallin 

1615 South Kest ner Ave nue 

Chicago. Illinois 6 0623 

Application No.: 96010013 1 . 0. No.: 031600FXS 

Applicant ' s Designation: CN-090 450 Da t e Received: January 14, 2003 

Sub ject : Hard Chrome and Tin Electroplati ng 

Date Issued: February 1 8, 200) Expiration Date: See Conditi on 1. 

Location: 1537 South wood Street, Chicago, 6060B 

This permit is hereby granted to the above-designated Permittee to OPERATE 

emission unit(s) and/or air pollution control equipment consisting of: 

4 Hard Chrome Electroplating Tanks Controlled by Scrubbers 

pursuant to the above-referen ced application. This permit is subject to 

standard conditions attached hereto and the following special condition(s): 

la o This permit shall expire 180 days after the Illi nois EPA sends a 

written request for the renewal of this permit. 

b. This permit shall terminate if it is withdrawn or is superseded by a 

revised permit. 

2. This permit is issued based on negligible emissions of particulate 

matter (PM) and sulfuric acid from the tin plating operation. For this 

reason, emissions of each pollutant shall not exceed 0.1 Ib/hour and 

0 . 4 4 tons/year . 

3a. Air pollution con t r ol equipment associated with the hard chr ome 

electroplati ng t a nk( s ) shall be operated at all times during t a n k 

operation, i nc l ud i n g periods of startup a n d shutdown. 

b. Hard chrome elec troplating tank(s) s hall not exceed the followi ng 

limits, pursuant to 40 CFR 63 . 342(c) (1) 

Hard Chromium Electroolating Tanks 

Tanks Cl - C4 

Chromium Emissions 

(mg /dscm) 

0. 015 

/ 

This limit is the National Emission Standards for Chromium Emissions from 

Hard Chromium Electroplating Tanks, 40 eFR Part 63, Subpart N and is 

based o n the maximum cumulative potential rectifier capacity of the hard 

chrome electrop l a ti ng tanks being greater than 60 million ampere-hours 

per year. An elect roplating tank(s) installed before December 16, 1993, 

is considered as existi ng tank (s ). Compliance with this limit sha ll be 

determined from initial pe r formance testing and ongoing comp liance 

monitoring requirements, as required by Conditio n s 7 and 10 . 

ROD R. I3 LAGOIEVlCl-t 

GOVERNOR 

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per year. An electroplating tank(s) installed before December 16, 1993, 

is considered as existing tank(s). Compliance with this limit shall be 

determined from initial performance testing and ongoing compliance 

monitoring requirements, as required by Conditions 7 and 10. 

c. Failure to operate in accordance with the operating parameter value(s), 

determined during initial performance testing, shall be considered a 

violation of the above limit, pursuant to 40 CFR 63, Subpart N. 

4. The operation and maintenance practices required by 40 CFR 63.342(f) 

shall be implemented for control systems used on hard chrome 

electroplating tanks, including: 

The following work practice standards for the packed-bed-scrubber 

(PBS) : 

a. A quarterly visual inspection of the packed-bed scrubber to 

ensure there is proper drainage, no chromic acid buildup on the 

packed beds, and no evidence of chemical attack on the structural 

integrity of the device. 

b. A quarterly visual inspection of the back portion of the chevronblade mist eliminator to ensure that it is dry and there is no 

breakthrough of chromic acid mist. 

c. A quarterly visual inspection of the duct work from the tank(s) 

to the packed bed scrubber(s) to ensure there are no leaks. 

d. Add fresh make-up water to the top of the packed bed whenever 

makeup is added. 

5. The Permittee may use applicable Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) 

manuals, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) plans or 

other existing plans as part of the operation and maintenance plan, 

provided the alternative plans meet the requirements of this Condition. 

6a. Within 60 days of a written request from the Illinois EPA, the chromium 

emissions of the hard chrome electroplating tank(s) shall be tested in 

accordance with the following conditions to demonstrate compliance, 

pursuant to 40 CFR 63.343(b). 

b. The following test methods and procedures shall be used for performance 

testing, pursuant to 40 CFR 63.344(c): Refer to 40 CFR 63, Appendix A, 

for USEPA test methods. 

Location of Sample Points 

Gas Flow and Velocity 

Chromium 

USEPA Method 1 

USEPA Method 2 

USEPA Method 306 or 306A 

c. At least thirty (30) days prior to the actual date of testing, a 

written test plan shall be submitted to the Illinois EPA for review, 
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pursuant to 40 CFR 63.344(a). This plan shall describe the specific 

procedures for testing, including as a minimum: 

i. The person(s) who will be performing sampling and analysis and 

their experience and qualifications with similar tests. 

ii. The specific conditions under which testing will be performed, 

including a discussion of why these conditions will be 

representative of the maximum emissions, the levels of operating 

parameters at or within which compliance is intended to be shown, 

if applicable, and the means by which the operating parameters 

for the process and any control equipment will be determined. 

iii. The specific determination of emissions and operations which are 

intended to be made, including sampling and monitoring locations. 

iv. The test methodes) which will be used~ with the specific analysis 

method, if the method can be used with different analysis 

methods. The specific sampling, analytical, and quality control 

procedures which will be used, with an identification of the 

standard method upon which they are based. 

v. Any minor changes in standard methodology proposed to accommodate 

the specific circumstances of testing, with justification. 

vi. Any proposed use of an alternative test method, with detailed 

justification. 

vii. The format and content of the Source Test-Report. 

viii. A statement that the performance testing will be performed by a 

qualified independent testing service. 

d. Prior to carrying out these tests, the Illinois EPA shall be notified 

in writing a minimum of thirty (30) calendar days prior to the 

scheduled date of these tests with the exact date, time, and place of 

these tests, to enable the Illinois EPA to observe these tests, 

pursuant to 40 CFR 63.347(d) (1). 

If the scheduled date for the test is changed for unforeseen reasons, 

the Permittee shall inform the Illinois EPA within five (5) working 

days of the originally scheduled test date and must specify the date of 

the rescheduled test. Observation of the performance test by the 

Illinois EPA is optional. 

e. Satisfactory completion of these tests and compliance with the 

limitations of this permit shall be a prerequisite to the issuance of 

an operating permit. 

f. During initial performance testing, the site specific "operating 

parameter value", i.e., range of pressure drop data across the packed 

bed scrubber shall be established to demonstrate continuous compliance, 
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pursuant to 40 CFR 63.343(c). Pressure drop range can be established 

from the highest and lowest value during multiple performance testing 

or + 1 inch of H20 column about the average pressure drop measured 

during the three compliant test runs of one performance test. 

g. During initial performance testing, the site specific "operating 

parameter value", i.e., range of velocity pressure drop data across the 

packed bed scrubber inlet shall be established to demonstrate 

continuous compliance, pursuant to 40 CFR 63.343(C) (2). Velocity 

pressure drop range can be established from the highest and lowest 

value during multiple performance testing or ~ 10 percent about the 

average inlet velocity pressure drop measured during the three 

compliant test runs of one performance test. 

h. The Permittee shall follow the procedures of 40 CFR 63.344(d) to 

establish site-specific operating parameter values. 

i. Three (3) copies of the Final Report(s) for performance tests and 

compliance status shall be submitted to the Illinois EPA within 90 

calendar days after the performance test, pursuant to 40 CFR 

63.347(f} (2) and 63.347(e} {3}. If testing is not required, the report 

of compliance status shall be submitted no later than 30 days after the 

compliance date of January 25, 1997. The Final Report shall include, 

pursuant to 40 CFR 63.344{a}: 

i. General information, i.e., date of test, testing personnel and 

observers, if any. 

ii. A summary of test results and compliance status. 

iii. Description of test method{s}, including description of sampling 

points, sampling train, analysis equipment, and test schedule. 

iv. Detailed description of test conditions, including: 

A. Process information, i.e., mode{s) of operation, process 

weight rate, e.g. raw material consumption, rectifier 

operating rate. 

B. Sampling and analytical procedures and any modifications to 

standard procedures. 

C. Control equipment record of: 

1. Pressure drop range across the system to demonstrate 

continuous compliance. 

2. Range of velocity pressure at packed bed scrubber 

inlet to demonstrate continuous compliance. 
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D. A discussion of any preparatory actions taken, i.e., 

standard preparation, inspections, maintenance, and repair. 

E. A discussion of calibration procedures. 

v. Data and calculations, including copies of all raw data sheets 

and records of laboratory analyses, sample calculations, and data 

on equipment calibration. 

vi. An explanation of any discrepancies among individual tests or 

anomalous data. 

vii. Quality assurance procedures and results. 

viii. Any additional information required by the test method. 

7. The Permittee shall keep the records required by 40 CFR 63.346(b) to 

demonstrate compliance, including the following: 

a. Records of monitoring data required by 40 CFR 63.343(c). 

i. Pressure drop across the packed bed scrubber, determined 

daily. 

ii. Velocity pressure at packed bed scrubber inlet, determined 

daily. 

b. Inspection records for the control device and monitoring 

equipment, to document that the inspection and maintenance 

required by the work practice standards of 40 CFR 63.342(f} have 

taken place. The record can take the form of a checklist and 

should identify the device inspected, the date of inspection, a 

brief description of the working condition of the device during 

the inspection, and any actions taken to correct deficiencies 

found during the inspection. 

c. Records of all maintenance performed on the hard chrome 

electroplating tanks, as related to emissions, the associated 

control system, and monitoring equipment. 

d. Records of the occurrence, duration, and cause (if known) of each 

malfunction of the hard chrome electroplating process, associated 

control system, and monitoring equipment. 

e. Records of actions taken during periods of malfunction when such 

actions are inconsistent with the operation and maintenance plan 

required by 40 CFR 63.342(f) (3), pursuant to 40 CFR 

63.342(f) (3) (iv). 

f. Records, which may take the form of checklists, necessary to 

demonstrate consistency with the provisions of the operation and 

maintenance plan required by 40 CFR 63.342(f) (3). 
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g. Copies of test reports documenting results of all performance 

tests and all measurements as may be necessary to determine the 

conditions of performance tests, including measurements necessary 

to determine compliance with the special compliance procedures of 

40 CFR 63.344(e). 

h. Records of monitoring data required by 40 CFR 63.343(c) that are 

used to demonstrate compliance with the standard including the 

date and time the data are collected. 

i. The specific identification (i.e., the date and time of 

commencement and completion) of each period of excess emissions, 

as indicated by monitoring data. Records of excess emissions 

that occurs during malfunction of the process, control, or 

monitoring equipment. 

j. The specific identification (i.e., the date and time of 

commencement and completion) of each period of excess emissions, 

as indicated by monitoring data. Records of excess emissions 

that occurs during periods other than malfunction of the hard 

chrome electroplating tanks and associated control device or 

monitoring equipment. 

k. Records for the total process operating time of the hard chrome 

electroplating tank(s) during the reporting period. 

1. Records demonstrating the maximum cumulative potential rectifier 

capacity, if hard chrome electroplating is less than 60 million 

ampere-hours per year, or of the actual cumulative rectifier 

capacity of hard chromium electroplating tank(s) at a facility 

expended during each month and the total capacity expended 

semiannually. 

m. Copies of the notifications and reports required by 40 CFR Parts 

63.9, 63.10, and 63.347 (Conditions 9, 10, and 11), with 

supporting documentation. 

n. All records shall be retained for a period of five years, 

pursuant to 40 CFR 63.10(b) (1). 

8. The Permittee shall comply with the initial notification requirements 

of 40 CFR 63.347(c), including the following: 

a. The Permittee shall submit initial notification to the Illinois 

EPA on or before July 24, 1995, in writing that the source is 

subject to 40 CFR Part 63, subpart N. 

b. The notification shall contain the following: 

i. The name, title, and address of the owner or operator. 
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ii. The address (i.e., physical location) of each hard chrome 

electroplating tank. 

iii. A statement that the basis for this notification is the 

National Emission Standards, 40 CFR Part 63, Subpart N. 

iv. Identification o~ the applicable emission limitation and 

compliance date for each hard chrome electroplating tank. 

v. A brief description of each hard chrome electroplating 

tank, including the type of process operation performed. 

vi. The maximum cumulative potential rectifier capacity. 

vii. A statement of whether the hard chrome electroplating 

tank(s) is located at a small or a large, hard chromium 

electroplating facility and whether this will be 

demonstrated through actual or maximum cumulative potential 

rectifier capacity. 

viii. A statement of whether the owner or operator of a hard 

chrome electroplating tank(s) will limit the maximum . 

cumulative potential rectifier capacity in accordance with 

40 CFR 63.342(c) (2) such that the hard chromium 

electroplating facility is considered small. 

ix. A statement of whether the hard chrome electroplating 

tank(s) is located at a major source or an area source as 

defined in 40 CFR 63.2 of SubpaFt A. 

9. The Permittee shall comply with the compliance reporting requirements 

of 40 CFR 63.347(e), including the following: 

A notification of compliance status, signed by the responsible official 

who shall certify its accuracy, attesting to whether the hard chrome 

electroplating tank(s) has complied with Subpart N, pursuant to 40 CFR 

63.347(e) (2). The notification shall list the following: 

a. The applicable emission limitation and the methods that were used 

to determine compliance with this limitation. 

b. The performance test report documenting the results of the 

performance test, which contains the elements required by 40 CFR 

63.344(a), including measurements and calculations to support the 

special compliance provisions of 40 CFR 63.344(e) if these are 

being followed, pursuant to 40 CFR 63.344(e) (5). 

c. The type and quantity of hazardous air pollutants emitted by the 

source reported in mg/dscm or mg/hr if the source is using the 

special provisions of 40 CFR 63.344(e) to comply with the 

standards. 
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d. The specific operating parameter value, or range of values, that 

corresponds to compliance with the applicable emission limit, 

pursuant to 40 CFR 63.343(c). 

e. The methods that will be used to determine continuous compliance. 

f. A description of the air pollution control technique for each 

emission point. 

g. A statement that the Permittee has completed and has on file the 

operation and maintenance plan as required by the work practice 

standards of 40 CFR 63.342(f). 

h. If the Permittee is determining facility size based on actual 

cumulative rectifier capacity in accordance with 40 CFR 

63.342(C) (2), records to support that the facility is small. 

For existing sources, records from any 12-month.period preceding 

the compliance date shall be used or a description of how 

operations will change to meet a small designation shall be 

provided. 

i. A statement by the Permittee of the hard chrome electroplating 

tank(s) as to whether the source has complied with the provisions 

of 40 CFR Part 63, Subpart N. 

lOa. The Permittee shall prepare an ongoing compliance status report every 

year and retain the report on site, and make the report available to 

the Illinois EPA upon request, pursuant to 40 CFR 63.347(h). However, 

if both of the following conditions are met, semiannual reports shall 

be prepared and submitted to the Illinois EPA: 

i. The total duration of excess emissions (as indicated by the 

monitoring data) is 1 percent or greater of the total operating 

time for the reporting period; and 

ii. The total duration of malfunctions·of the add-on air pollution 

control device and monitoring equipment is 5 percent or greater 

of the total operating time. 

b. The ongoing compliance status report shall contain the following: 

i. The company name and address of the source performing hard chrome 

electroplating. 

ii. An identification of the operating parameter(s) that is monitored 

for compliance determination, as required by 40 CFR 63.343(c). 

iii. The relevant emission limitation for the hard chrome 

electroplating tank(s), and the operating parameter value, or 

range of values, that correspond to compliance with this emission 
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limitation as specified in the notification of compliance status, 

as required by 40 CFR 63.347(e) (2). 

iv. The beginning and ending dates of the reporting period. 

v. A description of the type of process performed in the hard chrome 

electroplating tank(s) . 

vi. The total operating time of the hard chrome electroplating 

tank(s) during the reporting period. 

vii. The actual cumulative rectifier capacity expended during the 

reporting period, on a month-by-month basis, if the Permittee 

limits the maximum cumulative potential rectifier capacity less 

than 60 million amp-hr/yr. 

viii. A summary of operating parameter values, including the total 

duration of excess emissions during the reporting period as 

indicated by those values, the total duration of excess emissions 

expressed as a percent of the total source operating time during 

that reporting period, and a breakdown of the total duration of 

excess emissions during the reporting period into those that are 

due to process upsets, control equipment malfunctions, other 

known causes, and unknown causes. 

ix. A certification by a responsible official that the work practice 

standards of 40 CFR 63.342(f) were followed in accordance with 

the operation and maintenance plan for the source. 

x. If the operation and maintenance plan required by 40 CFR 

63.342(f) (3) was not followed, an explanation of the reasons for 

not following the provisions, an assessment of whether any excess 

emission and/or parameter monitoring exceedances are believed to 

have occurred, and a copy of the report(s) required by 40 CFR 

63.342(f) (3) (iv) documenting that the operation and maintenance 

plan was not followed. 

xi. A description of any changes in monitoring, processes, or 

controls since the last reporting period. 

xii. The name, title, and signature of the responsible official who is 

certifying the accuracy of the report. 

xiii. The date of the report. 

c. If more than one monitoring device is used, the Permittee shall report 

the results from each monitoring device. However, when one monitoring 

device is used as a backup for the primary monitoring device, the 

Permittee shall only report the results from the monitoring device used 

to meet the monitoring requirements. If both devices are used to meet 

these requirements, then the Permittee shall report the results from 

each monitoring device for the relevant compliance period. 
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11. Two (2) copies of required reports and notifications concerning 

equipment operation or repairs, performance testing, or a continuous 

monitoring system shall be sent to: 

Illinois Environmental Protection Agency 

Division of Air Pollution Control 

Compliance Section (#40) 

P.O. Box 19276 

Springfield, Illinois 62794-9276 

and one (1) copy shall be sent to the Illinois EPA's regional office at 

the following address, unless otherwise indicated: 

Illinois Environmental Protection Agency 

Division of Air Pollution Control 

9511 West Harrison 

Des Plaines, Illinois 60016 

12. All records and logs required by this permit shall be retained at a 

readily accessible location at the source for at least three years from 

the date of entry and shall be made available for inspection and 

copying by the Illinois EPA upon request. Any records retained in an 

electronic format <e.g., computer) shall be capable of being retrieved 

and printed on paper during normal source office hours 50 as to be able 

to respond to an Illinois EPA request for records during the course of 

a source inspection. 

13. If there is an exceedance of the requirements of this permit as 

determined by the records required by this permit, the Permittee shall 

submit a report to the Illinois EPA's Compliance Section in 

Springfield, Illinois within 30 days after the exceedance. The report 

shall include the emissions released in accordance with the 

recordkeeping requirements, a copy of the relevant records, and a 

description of the exceedance or violation and efforts to reduce 

emissions and future occurrences. 

14. Persons with lifetime operating permits must obtain a revised permit 

for any of the following changes at the source: 

a. An increase in emissions above the amount the emission unit or 

the source is permitted to emit; 

b. A modification; 

c. A change in operations that will result in the source's 

noncompliance with conditions in the existing permit; or 

d. A change in ownership, company name, or address, so that the 

application or existing permit is not longer accurate. 
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If you have any questions on this permit, please call Randy Solomon at 

217/782-2113. 

Donald E. Sutton, P.E. 

Manager, Permit Section 

Division of Air Pollution Control 

. '1?;:J D ~t7/r0tJ11~ DES:RBS:PSJ

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cc: Region 1 

Illinois EPA, Compliance Section 

USEPA 

cOP'V 

Original Signed by 

Donald E. SUHon, pI" 
CALCULATION SHEET 

FACILITY: Empire Hard Chrome, Inc. DATE RECEIVED: 10/15/2 

1.0.: 031600FXS ANALYSIS ENGINEER: Randy Solomon 

DATE: 111112 P.N.: 96010013 

INTRODUCTION 

Company is requesting a renewal to obtain lifetime operating permit for tin plating and 4 hard chromium 

electroplating tanks controlled by scrubbers. The facility is located in Cook coimty, region 1. 

FLAGS 

No Flags (Legal, FOS, or NSPSINESHAP or toxics) 

ANAL YSISIRULES 

NSPS:N/A 

Tin Plating 

Sulfuric Acid Use: .011blhr < .11blhr, in compliance with 214.303 

< 2000 ppm, in compliance with 214.301 

HCL : 250 gaVyr • 9 Ib/gal • 33%conc • lO%Efactor = 75 Ib/yr 

negligible PM 

4 Hard Chrome Tanks subject to CAAPP, pursuant to NESHAP, Subpart N, 40 CFR 63.340e2 

Deferral to obtain a CAAPP Permit has been extended another 5 years 

4 Hard Chrome Tanks subject to National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants 

(NESHAP), Subparts A & N: 

Initial Notification, in compliance with 40 CFR 63.347c 

Notification of Construction in compliance with 40 CFR 63.345b 

Performance Test Results are in compliance, pursuant to 40 CFR 63.344 

Notification of Compliance, in compliance, pursuant to 40 eFR 63.347e 

RECOMMENDATIONS/CONCLUSIONS 

Grant Lifetime Operating Pennit 
:£ieni£iic 

CONTROL~·LAaORATORIES, INC. 

TESTING - CONSULTING 

December 13, 2002 

Illinois Environmental Protection Agency 

Division of Air Pollution Control 

1021 North Grand Avenue East 

P.O. Box 19276 

Springfield, IL 62794 

ATTN: Randy Soloman 

RE: Renewal of Air Pollution Control Permit 

Brian Cavanaugh 

Engineering Services 

3158 South Kolin Avenue 

Chicago IL 60623-4889 

Phone: (n3) 254-2406 

F~:(n3)254-6661 

tJ 3 ) blJ~ FX5 

q ~ Ii J t1tJl3 

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Enclosed please find two (2) copies of the Notification of Compliance Status form which 

have been prepared for our client: 

Empire Hard Chrome, Inc. 

1537 South Wood Street 

Chicago, IL 60623 

10# 031600FXS 

in response to your request for the this form. 

If you have any questions, or if there is additional information which would help the 

Agency to complete their review of this application, please do not hesitate to call and 

we will assist in any manner possible. 

. Sincerely, 

n~~~~ Brian Cavanaugh 

Scientific Control Laboratories 
NOV-07-2002 THU 01: 51 PM EPA AIR PERMIT FAX NO. 2175245023 

J';OTIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE STATUS 

40 CFR rart 63, Subpan N--National Emission Standards for Chromium 

Emissiom from Hard and Decorative Chromium Electroplatin£: and Chromium 

Anodiz.ing Tanks 

I, Print or IYr~ the following for c...'\ch plan! in wh ich chromium electropl ating andlo r ch romium 

a!lodizin~ operations are performed. 

OtJ.'r.cr IOpcr:Horrriilc Empire Bard Chrome, Inc. 

$trc.::t I.ddre!>s 1615 South Kastner Avenue 

P. 02/04 

City _~hicago State IL Zip Code ~6",0t!!6.<,.23L-_ _ _ 

Plant N~l1Jc Empie!! 

PI am Phone Numhel 

Plan! CQmaclrritle 

Hard Ch rome, Inc . 

773-762-3156 

Steve Wallin 

P l:\!U !\ddress (j f different than owner/ope rator's): 

Stre.t't I\dd c!)~ 1537 South Wood Street 

Cily _ Chicago Stale _-,I"L~ ______ _ Zip Code -"6,,0"'60"'8>-. __ _ 

2. Con,plt tc the follow ing tablc . If 3ddilional lines 3re needed, make copies of this page . 

. -.•. . - Control M"lhod 10 

Ton\: .... ;>~Ik blc T,...~ of con,,..,1 ·Yllcm dcum'linc Tut mc,hod Type . nd qv.nli~' 

mE Ttl'~o t.!'Ik em;" ,"'n limit Ir.c),ruq". 10. comrli. nc. 1 (olLg .... oJ ofHAI't!lund· 

Cl Hard Chrom 0 . 0 15 CMP 5- 1 ~ Stack Te s 306A Chromium 

C2 Hard Chrom 0 . 015 C~IP S- 3 6 Stack Tes' 106A 

t3 4 lard Citrom 0 .ill5 CNP 5 6 Stack Test 1106A Chromium 

. 

"=-~c= ~ ... 

Ilf a performance test wa.~ conducted, submit the tcst repon contAining th e elcments required by 

~O C)' R (').344(,). 

-If the c(.mpli anec procedures of 40 CFR 63.344(c) are being followed, alt..'Ich the calcu13tions needed 

10 ~mprOIL l~C emissio n limit expressed in rngfh r. 

F. XAM!') F . RE. srOr-;SE' . . . ... - ComNl Met."o,j toO 

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JlH 'r)' ~t of t.u,k • .,union l;""~, 'U'hni ~Y , 10' c(,rup li. .1 foLln ... e.d of HAl' cminw'Z 

I I lor..! d.n>rr.< 0.015 mi"hem Cotnr~li, c mc,h. 10 Pcnorrr .. ntc lUI ErA M. th~ J06 Cr 0.009 r,tr/;l" m 

1"1 ~in~ p. d ry l~m 

, -Ci.<t>mc nndizin~ 45 dYllc"~m Weninr ~cnl N/A S"rf. cc 1""\<'on EP .... "' ..... od J06f1 Cr 4Il el m 

fumr. .ul'l" .... m mu",,",mcnl . , ,, \ .. 'i". (I,rome 0.01 1T.~ld ~1'I1 Fa.m bj. o1.: et ""A }'c r((\",,, n,, c ,.u EPA M~~hod J06/\ Cr 0.005 mr"IHm 

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0 . 013 mg/dscm 

0 . 010 mg/dscm 

. 013 mg/dscm 
NOV-07-2002 THU 01:51 PH EPA AIR PERMIT FAX NO. 2175245023 P. 03/04 

NOTIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE STATUS (continued) 

3. Complete the following table for each control technique used. If additional lines are needed, 

make copies of this page 

=.--" 

Range of site·specific operating paramet.er values l 

Control Tank Foam blanket syst~m ID # [l) #(s) Pressure drop Velocity pressure Surface tension thickness ---

f-~::.1 ,2 Cl 0.9", 1.2" 

5-3,4 C2 1.2", 2.3" 

5-6 ~-- C-3,4 1.6" 

.... .,.. ... -

1 r f the applicable monitoring and reporting requirements to demonstrate continuous compliance differ 

from those in 40 eFR Part 63, subpart N, attach a description. Parameter value ranges are 

est:tblished tJlrough initial performance testing and are those that correspond to emissions at or below 

the level of the standard(s). 

EXAMPLE RESPONSE: - Range of site-specific operating parameter values I 

Control T:mk Foam blanket system fD # ID #(5) Pressure drop Velocity pressure Surface tension thickness 

10 I 7 in. w.e. N/A N/A N/A 

± 1 in. 

N/A 2 N/A 

-. 

N/A ~45 dynes/em N/A 

N/A 3 N/A N/A N/A ~ t inch -_ .. 

4. Complete [he following if hard chromium electroplating tanks are operated (check the box(cs) 

that apply): 

~ The maximum cumulative potential rectifier capacity of the hard chromium electroplating 

tanks is greater than or equal to 60 million amp'hr/yr. This was determined by taking the 

sum of the tOla) installed rectifier capacity (amperes) multiplied by 8,400 hours/yr and by 0.7 

for each tank. . 

o The maxiloum cumulative potential rectifier capacity of the hard chromium electroplating 

tanks is Ie.O;!i than 60 million amp-hr/yr. This was determined by taking the sum of the total 

installed rectifier capacity (amperes) multiplied by 8,400 hours/yr and by 0.7 for each tank. 

CJ Records show thal the facility's previous annual actual rectifier capacity of the hard chromium 

electroplating t.\Jlks wa.o; JellS than 60 million amp-hr/yr. (f so, submit the records that support 

this n~(;tifier capacil)' for any t2-monlh period preceding the compliance date, or submit a 

description of how operations will change to meet this rectifier capacity Bmit. For new 

SO~.1rccs. Lbe capacity cm be that projected for [he first 12-month period of tank opera~ion. 

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NOTJFlCA nON OF COMPLIANCE STATUS (continued) 

o lIIC filciJity has aC'cepled or will accept a FederaJly-enforceable limit of &0 million amp-hr/yr 

on UIC maximum cumulative potential rectifier capacity of the hard chromium electroplating 

unl:s. 

5. Check one of the following boxes that de. ... cribcs the facllity's compliance status: 

IJQ The facility is in compliance with the provisions of 40 CFR part 63, subpan N. 

n The faciJity is not in compliance with the provisions of 40 CFR ran 63. subpart N, 

6. Print or type the name aud title of the Responsible Official for the plant 

Steve Wallin President 

------------------------------------------------~--- (Name) (Title) 

A Responsible Official can be: 

• The president, vice-president, secretary, or treasurer of the company that owns the plant; 

• The owner of the plant; 

• The plant cn~ineer or supervisor; 

• A go\,crM1cnt official if the plant is ov.·ned by the Federal, State, City, or County 

government; or 

• A r:illking military officer if the planl is located on a military base . 

1 C('rtify Thot The Info 

My Know 

.nIJ""Allf,aintenancc Plan Has Been Completed And The Plan And 

f 4 FR 63.342(f) Are Being Followed. 

;;.. II~' f1?. 

(Date) 

tained In This Report ]s Accurate And True To The Best Of 

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(Date) 

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