Summary of EPA’s RICE Rule Amendments Reconsideration

Summary of EPA’s RICE Rule Amendments Reconsideration On January 14, 2013 the US EPA finalized amendments to their stationary Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engine (RICE) NESHAP subpart ZZZZ rule.   The amendments were finalized less than 120 days before the May 3, 2013 compliance date, which triggered sources to petition the EPA for compliance extensions.  The threeContinued

Airborne Toxic Control Measure Analysis

All portable engines having a maximum rated horsepower of 50 bhp and greater and fueled with diesel are subject to this regulation. The following portable engines are not subject to this regulation: Any engine used to propel mobile equipment or a motor vehicle Any portable engine using an alternative fuel; Dual-fuel diesel pilot engines thatContinued

CARB ATCM 2012 Analysis

Summary An brief analysis of the engines and equipment affected by the CARB 2012 Airborne Toxin Control Measure. This paper outlines the regulatory framework of the 2012 CARB ATCM as well as allowances and reporting requirements. All portable engines having a maximum rated horsepower of 50 bhp and greater and fueled with diesel are subjectContinued

EPA Diagnostic and Torque Broadcasting Requirements

§ 1045.110   How must my engines diagnose malfunctions? The following engine-diagnostic requirements apply for engines equipped with three-way catalysts and closed-loop control of air-fuel ratios: (a) Equip your engines with a diagnostic system . Equip each engine with a diagnostic system that will detect significant malfunctions in its emission control system using one of the following protocols:Continued