The Source Blog
Welcome to The Source, ESC Spectrum's air emissions compliance blog.
After 50 years in the air emissions compliance industry, we’ve seen it all. We are passionate about helping people comply with clean air regulations and believe in sharing what we’ve learned with others. The Source blog provides explanations and advice regarding federal, state, and local regulations, Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS) best practices, audit checklists, case studies, news, and more. Want to suggest a blog topic or participate in a case study? We would love to hear from you.
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Best Practices for Replacing Your Analyzers Under Part 75
This article explores the significance of stack analyzer replacement due to factors like aging, obsolescence, and poor performance. Gain valuable insights into the complexities of CEMS analyzer replacement and recertification, aiming to assist industrial and utility plants in maintaining compliance with air quality regulation 40 CFR Part 75.
Are Your CEMS Analyzers Obsolete?
This article will help you identify if your CEMS analyzers are obsolete, what this means for your facility, and how ESC Spectrum can help!
5 Tips to Help Maintain Your CEM Systems
This article explores CEM System maintenance tips to ensure compliance with EPA regulations including Calibration, Linearity Checks, Data Validation and more.
Decoding the World of Flare Gas Monitoring
This article explores the details of flaring, including types of flares, operations, applications, and monitoring methods.
Advantages of In-House Reporting for Air Emissions Compliance
This article discusses the crucial role of in-house reporting in streamlining air emissions compliance for industrial operations. It highlights the complex regulatory landscape governed by regulations such as 40 CFR Part 60, Part 63, and Part 75. With the expertise of ESC Spectrum’s reporting team, facilities can ensure timely, efficient, and customized compliance solutions, mitigating risks, and maintaining data integrity while navigating regulatory changes seamlessly.
Best Practices for QA Test Management in Petrochemical Facilities
Learn how Petrochemical facilities’ can best utilize QAInsight software to ensure safety and compliance for their business.
EPA “Good Neighbor” Plan – The Saga Continues
Learn about the latest updates to the EPA’s Good Neighbor Plan, including a proposed supplement that would cover 5 states.
2023 Regulatory Snapshot: Key Changes Unveiled
Dive into the 2023 key regulatory updates for ECMPS 2.0, MATS Residual Risk and Technology Review, Low Mass Emissions (LME), and more. Stay ahead of the curve as we guide you through each topic and equip you with the tools to navigate 2024.
Understanding New In-Situ Optical Monitoring Technology – What is it and is it Right for Your Facility?
Read about recent advancements, particularly demonstrated by EPRI on gas turbine combined cycle and coal stacks, that have sparked a growing interest in the integration of in-situ optical monitors in a CEM framework.
Improving Operational Efficiency with Data Acquisition Systems in Refineries
This blog post will walk you through all the ways having a Data Acquisition System for refineries can improve overall operations and efficiency.
Mastering Air Compliance: Best Practices for Your Data Acquisition System
In the intricate landscape of environmental regulations, industries face the ongoing challenge of remaining compliant. Read this blog post for a comprehensive guide on how to navigate the complexities of these regulations with confidence, starting with your Data Acquisition System.
ECMPS 2.0 Re-Engineering: Current Status and Recent Updates
Following Chris Worley’s (EPA) Fall 2023 User Group Presentation, we have compiled the most relevant information for an update on the status of the ECMPS 2.0 Re-Engineering Project.
Case Studies
Seamless Integration Case Study: Lightstone Energy, LLC
Learn how the Lightstone Generation, LLC natural gas power station saved $320K by integrating ESC Spectrum’s full suite of CEMS solutions.
StackVision™ Case Study: New Orleans Power Station
Learn how the New Orleans Power Station used StackVision for Reciprocal Internal Combustion Engine (RICE)-specific monitoring and reporting.
StackVision™ Case Study: Petrochemical Plant
Learn how a Petrochemical plant used the StackVision Data Acquisition System for a +200K ROI by reducing Emergency Work Orders by 50%.
CEMS Solutions Case Study: O-I
Learn how the Owens-Illinois (O-I) glass manufacturer used ESC Spectrum’s full suite of CEMS solutions to meet air compliance challenges.
Latest News
New Release: StackVision™ Version 7.4 Data Acquisition System
Industry-leading DAS StackVision Version 7.4 presents new features and provides enhancements and updates to existing features that will improve user efficiency.
New Release: RATAView™ Version 1.5 Now Available
RATAView Version 1.5 release offers new features and enhancements to help stack testers’ perform RATA tests accurately and efficiently.
New Release: Prism Version 1.9 Data Acquisition System
We’re excited to announce the release of Prism Version 1.9! This release provides new features designed to make CEMS compliance and monitoring easier and more productive than ever.
ESC Spectrum Academy Introduces New Online, Self-paced Continuous Emissions Monitoring System Training Module
ESC Spectrum’s new CEMS Training features 16 Courses free for customers with active DASProtect Fortress maintenance contracts.
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2024 Spring Training Series: ESC Spectrum Product Updates – StackVision
Ready to dive into our 2024 Spring Training Series online? We're switching things up a bit for our Spring User Group, giving you more say in how you participate.
2024 Spring Training Series: ESC Spectrum Product Updates – Prism
Ready to dive into our 2024 Spring Training Series online? We're switching things up a bit for our Spring User Group, giving you more say in how you participate.
2024 Spring Training Series: 8864 Data Controller Service Timeline with Q&A
Ready to dive into our 2024 Spring Training Series online? We're switching things up a bit for our Spring User Group, giving you more say in how you participate.