Business Details
33 Years
experience
Expert Air Emission Testing & Compliance Services
Founded in 1993, Air Control Techniques has established itself as a leader in air emission testing and environmental compliance. Our team of engineers and chemists, with 10-30 years of field experience, specializes in stack testing, ambient air monitoring, and raw material analysis to ensure regulatory adherence. We serve industrial clients across the U.S., Canada, and South America, maintaining long-term relationships through accurate data and innovative solutions. Our expertise includes developing advanced testing methods for PM2.5 emissions and greenhouse gas inventories, backed by decades of research and industry collaboration. We prioritize client needs by offering tailored protocols, regulatory negotiation support, and cutting-edge technologies like photochemical systems for toxic compound destruction.Our commitment to independence and quality has allowed us to resist industry consolidation while delivering defensible results. We coordinate closely with plant staff, consultants, and attorneys to streamline compliance processes and optimize operational efficiency. Our QSTI-certified professionals adhere to rigorous health and safety standards, ensuring reliable data for permit applications and litigation support. We focus on solving complex emission challenges through transparent communication and technically sound methodologies. With a track record spanning 30 years, we continue to advance air quality initiatives that address evolving regulatory demands.
Services
Stack Testing
Ambient Air Monitoring
Raw Material Testing
Emission Factor Testing
Pollution Control Diagnostics
Inventory Preparation
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- Our field team includes engineers and chemists with 10-30 years of experience.
- We maintain strict adherence to health and safety standards during testing.
- We develop innovative methods for PM2.5 and greenhouse gas emission analysis.
- Our QSTI-certified professionals ensure defensible data for regulatory compliance.
- We coordinate directly with plant staff, consultants, and legal teams.
Associations and certifications
- QSTI
Services
Stack Testing
Our stack testing services analyze industrial emissions using EPA-approved methods to ensure compliance with air quality regulations. We measure particulate matter, hazardous pollutants, and greenhouse gases through precise sampling techniques. Clients receive detailed reports validated by experienced QSTI-certified engineers for regulatory submissions.
Ambient Air Monitoring
We deploy advanced monitoring systems to assess ambient air quality around industrial facilities. Our services track PM2.5, PM10, and crystalline silica levels using federal reference methods. Data supports permit applications, compliance demonstrations, and community health impact assessments across multiple industries.
Raw Material Testing
Our laboratory analyzes raw materials to identify potential emission sources before processing. This proactive approach prevents regulatory violations by predicting pollutant generation rates. Results guide process adjustments and pollution control strategies for industries like cement production and wood manufacturing.
Emission Factor Testing
We develop customized emission factors through field studies that improve accuracy over generic AP-42 values. Our data helps clients quantify emissions from specific processes like stone crushing and microelectronics manufacturing. Inventories support EPA reporting and facility permitting requirements.
Pollution Control Diagnostics
Our engineers evaluate air pollution control equipment performance to identify efficiency improvements. Services include diagnostic testing for scrubbers, baghouses, and thermal oxidizers. Recommendations reduce emissions while optimizing operational costs for long-term compliance.
People
John Richards
Founder and CEO
Ph.D. and P.E. with 20+ years in air pollution control. Developed national ambient silica monitoring methods. Focuses on PM2.5 measurement and emission factor studies for industrial sources.
Todd Brozell
Vice President
34 years of field experience. QSTI-certified P.E. specializing in EPA Methods 5, 13B, and 201A testing. Led PM2.5 emission factor studies for the National Stone Association.
David Goshaw
Project Manager
30 years in emissions testing. P.E. and QSTI-certified. Developed patented photochemical control systems for dioxin destruction. Expert in FTIR analysis and CEM testing for industrial sources.
Questions
What air emission testing services do you offer?
We provide stack testing, ambient air monitoring, raw material analysis, emission factor studies, and pollution control diagnostics using EPA-approved methods.
Which industries do you serve?
We work with mineral industries, cement producers, wood products manufacturers, utilities, microelectronics plants, and metallurgical operations across North and South America.
How do you ensure regulatory compliance?
Our QSTI-certified engineers use validated testing methods and maintain strict quality control to produce defensible data for EPA and state agency submissions.
Can you help with permit applications?
Yes, we prepare test protocols, conduct required monitoring, and assist with regulatory negotiations to support new or modified operating permits.
What makes your services unique?
We combine 30 years of field experience with innovative methods like photochemical control systems and customized emission factor development for complex sources.
