Predictive Emissions Monitoring System Is Part of a Compliance Plan

CMC Solutions provides state-of-the-art predictive emissions monitoring system or PEMS components that are open, flexible, and uniquely adapted to meet EPA compliance reporting requirements and the needs of the enterprise. The products are specifically designed to empower operations to accurately predict process and emissions parameters utilizing standard database and networking components. CMC Solutions provides a patented statistical hybrid data engine within a framework that integrates existing plant resources (CEMS, PCs, servers, PLCs, cabling, and controls) with innovative custom application software developed for standard operating systems and databases.

The SmartCEMS PEMS Analyzer is applicable to combustion sources that fire liquid or gaseous fuels. Specific analysis of compliance parameters NOx, SO2, CO, CO2, O2, H2S, hydrocarbons, ammonia, and formaldehyde are a few examples of the system's capabilities. The software is easy to setup and configure, having a non-proprietary user interface and other advanced features that make it cost effective to maintain.

More information, along with a consultation about your application, is available from the combustion and process instrumentation experts at CTI Controltech.

Predictive Emissions Monitoring System - PEMS Analyzer from CTi Controltech

Replacing a Stack Gas Flow Hardware Device with PEMS

Here is a presentation made to the Pacific Northwest International Section of the Air & Waste Management Association outlining the advantages of PEMS (predictive emissions monitoring systems) over stack flow devices.

The presentation was made by the president of CMC Solutions, a leading supplier of PEMS or predictive emission monitoring systems.

Replacing a Stack Gas Flow Hardware Device with PEMS from CTi Controltech

Other Advantages of PEMS:

• A PEMS can be configured, delivered and installed in 30-45 days. Installation of a PEMS requires the installation of a single computer with the DAS/PEMS software installed and interfaced to the boiler control system. Typically a one day installation and start up process. 
• PEMS have lower startup costs, normally one day including DAS. 
• PEMS require less on site training. PEMS training is usually 1 to 1 1⁄2 days plus DAS training. 
• PEMS should require no on site emergency service. A direct modem to the system takes care of 99% of all service requirements. 
• PEMS do not require dual range analyzers. 
• PEMS do not require EPA protocol calibration gases, piping, wiring, gas regulators or software to operate the auto-calibration sequence. 
• PEMS require no air source. 
• PEMS have no ongoing preventative maintenance requirements.

Boiler MACT Help

Are you ready for Boiler MACT?
(photo courtesy of Victory Energy)

In March 2011, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) imposed a rule for stricter emissions limits on industrial boilers, commercial boilers and process heaters. The rule is known as Boiler MACT (which stands for "maximum achievable control technology".  It is intended to affect the emissions of hazardous air pollutants with reduction to the highest degree possible, while still considering the costs incurred by achieving these reductions.

On January 31, 2013, after several stops and starts, the EPA published final amendments to the Boiler MACT rule.

There are two classes of pollution sources - area sources (minor) and major sources. For major sources the compliance deadline is January 31, 2016.  

The rules will require some large facilities to undertake broad energy use assessments. The assessment includes inspections of boilers, operation & maintenance procedures, and drawings. A list of suggested efficiency improvements, with projected costs and an expense-recouperation timeline, must also be submitted. 

Time is running out if you're a major source of HAP (hazardous air pollutants) and you need to act. The web site boilermactsolutions.org is an excellent resource and a great place to start.