AirSource Technologies Overview

AirSource Technologies, Inc. l 20505 W. 67th Street l Shawnee, KS 66218 l 913.422.9001 l www.airsourcetech.comSubmittalQualification2013AirSource Technologies, Inc. l 20505 W. 67th Street l Shawnee, KS 66218 l 913.422.9001 l www.airsourcetech.comExperts in stack testing who get the job done right, on time, and within budget.2AirSource Technologies is an emissions testing company based in the Kansas City metropolitan area. We have been providing air testing since 1990. Our scientists are well-known for their knowledge of compliance and investigative testing methods, their efficient work habits and their ability to adapt to virtually any test scenario. Nearly 80 percent of our business is from repeat customers. They recognize they are dealing with experts in emissions testing who get the job done right, on time, and within budget.Our environmental scientists have developed new and innovative methodologies where existing methods have proven to be inappropriate or failed to meet test objectives. Our clients respect this innovative attitude and continue to rely on us for their compliance requirements.Word-of-mouth referrals have sent us all over the globe to test air pollution, including more than 30 states and South Korea.Our President, George Cobb, was heavily involved in the development and implementation of many of the air testing methods in use today. He currently has more than 40 years’ experience in emissions testing. Our Vice President, Pete Liebl, is one of the most innovative minds in the industry. He is well-known as “the guy to call” when dealing with complex testing methods, regulations and results.These two leaders have set the groundwork for an amazing company whose employees are at the top of their game. Give AirSource a call the next time you need a stack test. You will quickly see why our clients keep coming back.“I’m very proud of AirSource and the talented scientists we have on staff. It’s easy to see why our clients keep coming back.”GeorGe CobbPresident Percent of our clients who think our stack testers are more knowledgeable than other stack testers. 10030090184Number of tests our top Project Manager has managed. Percent of our clients who would recommend us to friends.Years of combined experienced of our eight person senior staff.“I love how much MDNR respects you and I enjoy working with all of you” - a client from the food processing industryAirSource Technologies, Inc. l 20505 W. 67th Street l Shawnee, KS 66218 l 913.422.9001 l www.airsourcetech.com3AirSource Technologies has the expertise and resources to perform nearly every source emission reference method currently promulgated. In addition, we have worked with clients and regulators over the years to develop and apply new and innovative methodologies when existing methods prove to be inappropriate or fail to meet test objectives.INSTRUMENT EXPERTISE: Our instrument systems are well suited for providing continuous evaluation of an emission source. AirSource Technologies has experience: • Measuring with a variety of detection technologies including Magneto Pneumatic, Non-Dispersive Infra Red, Chemiluminescence, and Heated Flame Ionization Detector. • Measuring various gases, including O2, CO2, CO, NOX, SO2, and THC.• Performing RATA services according to performance specifications for Continuing Emission Monitoring Systems (CEMs) and Predictive Emission Monitoring System (PEMs).• Performing Destruction and Removal Efficiency (DRE) Studies.RCRA TRIAL BURN, RISK BURN AND COMPREHENSIVE PERFORMANCE TESTING EXPERTISE: Under NESHAP (MACT) compliance requirements, AirSource Technologies has developed special expertise in conducting major, multiparameter compliance test projects over the years. Emphasizing overall orchestration of the many collaborative phases inherent in these projects, AirSource Technologies commonly: • conducts all emission testing protocols, • coordinates and processes all waste-feed, raw material and related process samples, • coordinates and performs laboratory analyses, and • conducts data reduction, report preparation and quality assurance review requirements.NESHAP (MACT) EXPERIENCE: 40CFR63• Organic Hazardous Air Pollutants From the Synthetic Organic Chemical Manufacturing Industry – Subpart F • Hazardous Waste Combustion – Subpart EEE• Portland Cement Manufacturing – Subpart LLL• Secondary Aluminum – Subpart RRR• Lime Manufacturing – Subpart AAAAA• MACT Standard Wool Fiberglass Manufacturing – Subpart NNN• VOC Leak Detection – Subpart GGGAirSource Technologies, Inc. l 20505 W. 67th Street l Shawnee, KS 66218 l 913.422.9001 l www.airsourcetech.com4WET CHEMISTRY STACK SAMPLING EQUIPMENTAirSource Technologies is capable of providing multiple complete sampling for all methods as well as many customized sampling methods for specialized applications. Redundancy of key equipment enables us to maintain multiple sampling simultaneously. INSTRUMENTAL ANALYZER EQUIPMENTOur instrument systems are well suited for providing continuous evaluation of an emission source. AirSource Technologies has experience: • Measuring with a variety of detection technologies including Magneto Pneumatic, Non-Dispersive Infra Red, Chemiluminescence, and Heated Flame Ionization Detector. • Measuring various gases, including O2, CO2, CO, NOX, SO2, and THC.• Performing RATA services according to CFR 40, Part 60, Appendix B. • Performing simultaneous Destruction and Removal Efficiency (DRE) Studies.• Performing services to help clients get their equipment in good running order before a major compliance test is run.AirSource Technologies, Inc. l 20505 W. 67th Street l Shawnee, KS 66218 l 913.422.9001 l www.airsourcetech.com5• ALUMINUM PROCESSING AND RECYCLING• ANIMAL CREMATION• ASPHALT PRODUCTION• BRICK MANUFACTURING• CEMENT MANUFACTURING• CHARCOAL PRODUCTION AND BRIQUETTING• CHEMICAL MANUFACTURING• ETHANOL MANUFACTURING• FIBERGLASS AND GLASS MANUFACTURING• FILTER MANUFACTURING • FOOD MANUFACTURING• GRAIN PROCESSING AND STORAGE• HARD CHROME PLATING• HAZARDOUS WASTE INCINERATION• HOSPITAL WASTE INCINERATION• INFECTIOUS WASTE• LEAD ACID BATTERY MANUFACTURING• LEAD PROCESSING• LIMESTONE PRODUCTION• MEAT PROCESSING• MOTORCYCLE MANUFACTURING• MUNICIPAL BOILERS AND TURBINES• SALT PROCESSING• SEWAGE TREATMENT• STEEL PRODUCTIONAirSource Technologies, Inc. l 20505 W. 67th Street l Shawnee, KS 66218 l 913.422.9001 l www.airsourcetech.com6RCRA TRIAL BURN/CPTAirSource Technologies has been retained by major national portland cement manufacturing companies to perform RCRA Trial Burn and Comprehensive Performance Test Programs for their multiple kilns firing hazardous waste fuels.Over the years, AirSource has conducted multiple CPTs to:• determine Destruction Removal Efficiency of principal organic hazardous constituents (POHCs);• determine emissions of dioxin/furan compounds, multi-metals, HCl, particulate, VOST, and semi-volatiles; and• determine the common CEM priority pollutant constituents. RCRA TRIAL BURN TESTING OF INCINERATORS RECEIVING GASEOUS, SOLID, AND LIQUID WASTE STREAMS Under contract with a major international chemical manufacturing firm, AirSource Technologies was retained to:• Prepare and/or review Test Plans and QAPP Plans• Coordinate test strategies and resolve technical issues with regulatory personnel• Conduct Trial Burn testing and waste feed sampling• Coordinate laboratory analyses of stack and waste feed samples• Prepare Final Report and conduct Quality Assurance ReviewEMISSION INVESTIGATION STUDYA client requested a study to determine the makeup and quantity of emissions from a variety of plant production sources. Testing included total particulate, PM10, total hydrocarbons, and speciation of potential Hazardous Air Pollutants (HAPs) by on-site extractive FTIR. Certain sources were also sampled and analyzed for volatile and semi-volatile organics. Eight separate sources were evaluated during the investigative study, which provided process data necessary to properly design the client’s air pollution control systems. RESEARCH INVESTIGATION AND COMPLIANCE TESTINGWorking with a consultant to a consortium of charcoal production companies, AirSource Technologies provided technical direction and specialized field-testing services at a variety of locations.This study focused on potential emissions from varying types of charcoal kilns and involved simultaneous monitoring of VOCs, particulate and priority pollutant gases (CO, NOX).AirSource Technologies led negotiations with EPA to develop test methodologies for this difficult sample matrix. EPA technical staff observed the testing and accepted the test results in full.INVESTIGATIVE AND COMPLIANCE TESTING OF GAS TURBINE RETROFIT Employing Method 20, AirSource Technologies performed NOX testing for a newly constructed power generating facility at a Midwestern municipality. Twin gas turbines, converted from commercial aviation applications, drive a common generator. The respective stacks from the turbines were tested individually, both initially for assessing operational performance and, again for compliance demonstration purposes.AirSource Technologies, Inc. l 20505 W. 67th Street l Shawnee, KS 66218 l 913.422.9001 l www.airsourcetech.com7SCRUBBER STUDY — CHROMIUM REMOVAL EFFICIENCYAirSource Technologies was retained to conduct inlet/outlet testing of two wet scrubbers treating emissions from a battery of hard chrome plating circuits. Employing Method 306 to optimize test precision for determining total chromium, our scientists completed the testing expeditiously despite contending with subzero temperatures & heavy snows from a major winter storm.MACT COMPLIANCE DEMONSTRATION TESTINGAirSource Technologies was contracted to perform a range of test measurements required by the promulgation of the Secondary Aluminum MACT standards, on behalf of a firm specializing in smelting and casting of recycled aluminum for manufacture of automotive parts. Testing included measurements of Hazardous Air Pollutants for establishing Area vs. Major Source Determinations, as well as dioxin/furan compounds associated with chlorine emissions from fluxing operations.ROD MILL AND COOLING PEN EVALUATIONWorking on behalf of a scrap steel recovery, remelting and product fabrication firm, AirSource Technologies conducted particulate testing and continuous emission monitoring of a rod mill exhaust stack. In addition, testing was performed to determine NOX emissions associated with a slow cooling pen associated with ball mill production.OVERALL APC SYSTEM FLOW STUDYFor this same firm, AirSource Technologies conducted an APC system flow study. This study entailed simultaneous flow traversing and data recording associated with a network of massive main ducts, most requiring twenty-foot probes for test purposes. Interpolation of resultant data provided system redesign criteria, which ultimately resulted in substantial improvement in system performance.FACILITY WIDE VISIBLE EMISSION EVALUATION AND NSPS PERFORMANCE TEST PROGRAMIn support of a Title V submittal project, AirSource Technologies conducted a facility-wide evaluation of a major portland cement production facility. Extensive photo-documentation and Performance Testing verification was conducted in conjunction with this program. MELTING FURNACEAirSource Technologies was contracted to perform a range of test measurements for a leading aluminum casting firm operating melting furnaces in the Midwest. In addition to an evaluation of emissions for multiple metals, AirSource Technologies personnel monitored for particulate and common priority pollutants.AirSource Technologies, Inc. l 20505 W. 67th Street l Shawnee, KS 66218 l 913.422.9001 l www.airsourcetech.comHOSPITAL WASTE INCINERATORThe disposal and incineration of hospital infectious and other waste is carefully regulated. AirSource Technologies has worked with a large Midwestern hospital providing comprehensive services to demonstrate ongoing compliance with city/county air regulations. These tests routinely involve testing for metals, particulate, HCl, dioxins/furans, and typical CEMS.RECOVERY SYSTEM/AFTERBURNER VOC SPECIATIONIn order to demonstrate compliance control of a VOC recovery/afterburner installation, AirSource Technologies conducted on-site GC speciation of VOC constituents by Method 18 collecting samples continuously around-the-clock in large summa canisters. Samples were then analyzed “Real Time” by field chromatographers.STEAM POWER PLANT AIR LEAKAGE STUDY In order to evaluate overall plant and control system performance, this utility retained AirSource Technologies to conduct detailed measurements of volumetric flow, oxygen, and carbon dioxide levels in huge main ducts in the Economizer Outlet, Air Heater Inlet, and Exhaust Stack locations.Using twenty-foot sampling probes equipped with CEM sample connections and Pitot measurement lines, the AirSource Technologies scientists traversed these ducts and stacks, while continuously recording concentrations of each parameter.NSPS NEW FACILITY COMPLIANCE DEMONSTRATIONFollowing construction of one of the largest automobile battery manufacturing facilities in the nation, AirSource Technologies was retained to provide compliance test services specifically targeting lead emissions. Working from a very strict protocol requiring extensive blank train evaluations due to a history of contamination problems inherent with battery plant testing, AirSource Technologies tested some twelve different process sources with all runs “passing” and with no detectable background contamination.SEWAGE SLUDGE INCINERATOR PERFORMANCE TEST AirSource Technologies provided Incinerator Performance Testing Services and Relative Accuracy Testing of a CEM system associated with the incinerator.VOC ABATEMENT SYSTEM COMPLIANCE DEMONSTRATIONAirSource Technologies was retained to conduct a system-wide simultaneous evaluation of VOC emissions and Destruction and Removal Efficiency of a Thermal Oxidizer. Using five FID detectors, we measured two process inlet streams entering a dual carbon concentrator system. We then measured two concentrator outlet locations feeding a Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer (RTO), and the stack exit from the RTO.The precision and repeatability of the test runs allowed our client to file a permit modification changing this facility from an Intermediate Source to a Deminimus Source with substantial cost savings and elimination of much of their regulatory reporting requirements.LIME KILN EXHAUST EMISSION INVESTIGATIVE STUDYAirSource Technologies was retained by one of the country’s leading lime producers to assist them in evaluating the effects of kiln/scrubber operating conditions on particulate and gaseous emissions.A systematic test plan was developed wherein our client made specified adjustments to kiln and scrubber operating parameters while corresponding testing was taking place. Using proprietary techniques, AirSource Technologies provided “real-time” particulate results. We then integrated test data with process data to develop meaningful correlative information.8AirSource Technologies, Inc. l 20505 W. 67th Street l Shawnee, KS 66218 l 913.422.9001 l www.airsourcetech.comGEORGE R. COBB: OWNER / PRESIDENT / PROJECT MANAGER Mr. Cobb currently serves as President and Project Manager for AirSource Technologies. In this capacity George routinely serves as Project Manager for major RCRA and CPT Trial Burn programs associated with hazardous waste incineration in cement kilns and chemical manufacturing waste disposal. He has directed more than 20 trial burn projects typically managing Test Plan preparations, site coordination, analytical support services, report preparations and Quality Assurance review.Prior to joining AirSource Technologies in 1990, George enjoyed a seventeen-year association with Midwest Research Institute, where he was a key participant in dozens of other trial burn programs at various hazardous waste incineration facilities. He was directly involved in the development and evaluation of various sampling trains and methods, and was actively involved in the development of the volatile organic sampling train (VOST) under contract to the EPA.George has extensive experience with most EPA test methods and has special expertise in determination and speciation of volatile and semi-volatile organic compounds including dioxin/furan compounds, as well as particle size distribution studies. George received a B.S. in Chemistry with a minor in Biology in 1973 and an M.B.A. in 1980. PETE LIEBL: OWNER / VICE PRESIDENT / PROJECT MANAGER QSTI CertifiedMr. Liebl has been with AirSource since 1992. He specializes in operating instrument analyzer systems, and has performed emission testing and CEM certifications for a variety of industries regulated under CFR Parts 75 and 60. Additionally, Pete has played a key role in the conduct of many RCRA Trial Burn, Risk Burn, and Comprehensive Performance Test programs.Pete’s strong technical background is essential in the operation and maintenance of today’s continuous monitoring equipment. He is skilled in instrumentation systems, electronics, physical measurements and computer programming. He personally designed AirSource’s mobile CEM system and software and is often able to troubleshoot and perform repairs in the field to both our own instrumentation as well as our client’s.His expertise with gas turbines, steam generators, hazardous waste and medical waste incineration, cement and lime manufacturing, chemical manufacturing, fiberglass manufacturing, and printing operations is diverse and extensive.Pete graduated from the University of Kansas in 1992 with a B.S. in Physics. George Cobbgcobb@airsourcetech.Pete Lieblpliebl@airsourcetech.com9AirSource Technologies, Inc. l 20505 W. 67th Street l Shawnee, KS 66218 l 913.422.9001 l www.airsourcetech.com15 YeArS exPerIeNCe FINNEGAN SCHALL: SR. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST/PROJECT MANAGER/SAFETY MANAGER QSTI Certified Groups 1, 2, 3 Certified Visible Emission EvaluatorFinnegan has been with AirSource since 1997. With over 500 field projects, some 300 as project manager, he has had the opportunity to work in nearly all areas of production and manufacturing. In particular he has worked extensively in the areas of cement, ethanol, lime production, printing, and textile manufacture. He is also very experienced with grain storage, grain processing, and grain transport facilities. He has been involved with and managed tests involving most isokinetic and instrumental methods including but not limited to; HAPs, DREs, RICE, MACT, particulate, RATAs, particle sizing, carbon monoxide, VOCs, NOx, Carbon Dioxide, SO2, FTIR HAPS analysis, Appendix A-1 of 40 CFR, Part 60, EPA Methods 1-5, 6c, 7e, 9, 10, 12, 17, 18, 22, 25a, 26, 26a, 201-a, and 202.He is also experienced in the laboratory, report preparation and project planning.Finnegan has a B.S. degree from the University of Kansas in Physics. fschall@airsourcetech.com23 YeArS exPerIeNCe CARL BENDER: PROJECT MANAGER/ OPERATIONS MANAGERCarl has worked in the environmental testing industry since 1990. Prior to AirSource Technologies, Carl worked at Midwest Research Institute doing product development for the TACOM low heat rejection engine high temperature lubricant development, and Air Force high temp solid coatings program. He also conducted environmental testing including Source testing, UGST, AGST and underground pipeline testing equipment evaluations. He has also worked as a tribologist and assisted chemists and engineers solve in-house and client problems on designated projects requiring failure analysis. He performed field sampling, test method development, reporting, and installed and operated laboratory equipment such as SEM, ESCA, profilometers, contact angle testing equipment. He has also installed fume hoods, GC labs, and has been and currently involved in facilities maintenance of laboratories.cbender@airsourcetech.com4 YeArS exPerIeNCe DAVID HOTZ: ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNICIANDavid has an extensive technical background with an emphasis in instrument and equipment operation and trouble shooting. Prior to joining AirSource, he conducted experiments at the National Superconducting Cyclotron at Michigan State University and the linear accelerator at the University Of Notre Dame. He was also a component design engineer at Intel working on chip set design for 64 bit architectures.David has a bachelor’s degree in Physics from the University Of Michigan and a Masters in Electrical Engineering from the Oregon Institute of Technology.dhotz@airsourcetech.com10AirSource Technologies, Inc. l 20505 W. 67th Street l Shawnee, KS 66218 l 913.422.9001 l www.airsourcetech.com37 YeArS exPerIeNCe JOY MCCANN: LABORATORY SPECIALISTPrior to joining AirSource Technologies in 2000, Joy spent nearly 24 years working with Midwest Research Institute where she was trained by Jim Surman in lab setup and recovery procedures. Joy provides both field and headquarters laboratory support services. Joy has been involved with numerous major field test projects such as Trial Burn, Risk Assessment Burn and Comprehensive Performance Test programs. She has many years experience in EPA methods in set-up, recovery and lab analysis. 4 YeArS exPerIeNCe TAYLOR PITTMAN: ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNICIAN, EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE AND CALIBRATION SPECIALISTCertified Visible Emission EvaluatorTaylor has worked with AirSource Technologies since 2009. He is AirSource’s Chief VE Reader as well as calibration specialist.tpittman@airsourcetech.com40 YeArS exPerIeNCe JAMES SURMAN: SR. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST Jim came to AirSource Technologies after 15 years at the Midwest Research Institute where he functioned as a Senior Environmental Scientist responsible for managing and conducting assigned emission measurement tasks. Jim brought a wealth of experience with him to AirSource Technologies, including the preparation of proposals, project budgets, work plans, site-specific test plans, quality assurance project plans, and final reports. He evaluated test plans prepared by other contractors for projects to determine the performance of hazardous waste incinerators, municipal waste combustors, and other processes that affect air quality. Jim performed the hands-on preparation and execution of pretest site surveys and emissions sampling and monitoring tasks. He worked with clients in assessing test requirements for regulatory compliance, test protocols for their testing activities, and procedures for implementing emission reduction demonstrations. Previously, Jim participated in U.S. EPA-sponsored work assignments that involved emission standards development and project-specific quality assurance. Skilled in stationary source testing, continuous emission monitoring, and related quality assurance procedures.other StAff MeMberS ALICIA BLAIR: OFFICE MANAGERAlicia is the heart of the office and responsible for keeping everyone in line. She handles everything from purchasing to taxes. Please feel free to contact her with any questions regarding the office. She is a wealth of information. ablair@airsourcetech.comDARLA LIEBL: MARKETING MANAGERDarla wears many hats at AirSource. Besides marketing she is also responsible for Quality Control, data review, report review, report publishing, and human resources.dliebl@airsourcetech.com11AirSource Technologies, Inc. l 20505 W. 67th Street l Shawnee, KS 66218 l 913.422.9001 l www.airsourcetech.com