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Ambient Air Monitoring Reference and
Equivalent Methods; Designation of
One New Equivalent Method
Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA).
ACTION: Notice of the designation of a
new equivalent method for monitoring
ambient air quality.
AGENCY:
Notice is hereby given that
the Environmental Protection Agency
SUMMARY:
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(EPA) has designated one new
equivalent method for measuring
concentrations of Particulate Matter in
the 2.5-micron range (PM2.5) in ambient
air.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Robert Vanderpool, Air Methods and
Characterization Division (MD–D205–
03), Center for Environmental
Measurements and Modeling, U.S. EPA,
Research Triangle Park, North Carolina
27711. Phone: 919–541–7877. Email:
Vanderpool.Robert@epa.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: In
accordance with regulations at 40 CFR
part 53, the EPA evaluates various
methods for monitoring the
concentrations of those ambient air
pollutants for which EPA has
established National Ambient Air
Quality Standards (NAAQS) as set forth
in 40 CFR part 50. Monitoring methods
that are determined to meet specific
requirements for adequacy are
designated by the EPA as either
reference or equivalent methods (as
applicable), thereby permitting their use
under 40 CFR part 58 by States and
other agencies for determining
compliance with the NAAQS. A list of
all reference or equivalent methods that
have been previously designated by EPA
may be found at https://www.epa.gov/
ttn/amtic/criteria.html.
The EPA hereby announces the
designation of one new equivalent
method for measuring concentrations of
Particulate Matter in the 2.5-micron
range (PM2.5) in ambient air. This
designation is made under the
provisions of 40 CFR part 53, as
amended on October 26, 2015 (80 FR
65291–65468).
The new equivalent method for PM2.5
is an automated method (analyzer)
utilizing an optically based
measurement principle. This newly
designated equivalent method is
identified as follows:
EQPM–0922–260 ‘‘Ambilabs Model
2WIN PM2.5 FEM Monitor’’ Optically
based continuous ambient particulate
analyzer operated at a volumetric flow
rate of 2 Lpm, equipped with Ambilabs
omnidirectional sampling inlet (P/N:
M9003011), an Ambilabs 2 Lpm sharp
cut cyclone inlet (P/N: A001025), and
an Ambilabs ambient temperature
sensor (P/N: AL–2WIN–TEMP)
configured for operation with firmware
version 1.36 or later, and operated in
accordance with the Ambilabs 2WIN
operations manual. The 2WIN PM2.5
FEM Monitor is set for red and blue
scattering coefficients and the internal
sample conditioning must be set for an
RH < 35%. The Monitor can be operated
either outside in an Ambilabs
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environmental enclosure (P/N: Neph
Shelter) or as tabletop or wall mount in
an AC controlled shelter. This
designation applies to PM2.5
measurements only.
This application for an equivalent
method determination for this PM2.5
method was received by the Office of
Research and Development on July 12,
2022. This analyzer is commercially
available from the applicant, Ambilabs,
100 Elm Street, Warren, RI 02885.
A representative test analyzer was
tested in accordance with the applicable
test procedures specified in 40 CFR part
53, as amended on October 26, 2015.
After reviewing the results of those tests
and other information submitted by the
applicant, EPA has determined, in
accordance with part 53, that this
method should be designated as an
equivalent method.
As a designated equivalent method,
this method is acceptable for use by
states and other air monitoring agencies
under the requirements of 40 CFR part
58, Ambient Air Quality Surveillance.
For such purposes, this method must be
used in strict accordance with the
operation or instruction manual
associated with the method and subject
to any specifications and limitations
(e.g., configuration or operational
settings) specified in the designated
method description (see the
identification of the method above).
Use of the method also should be in
general accordance with the guidance
and recommendations of applicable
sections of the ‘‘Quality Assurance
Handbook for Air Pollution
Measurement Systems, Volume I,’’ EPA/
600/R–94/038a and ‘‘Quality Assurance
Handbook for Air Pollution
Measurement Systems, Volume II,
Ambient Air Quality Monitoring
Program,’’ EPA–454/B–13–003, (both
available at https://www.epa.gov/ttn/
amtic/qalist.html). Provisions
concerning modification of such
methods by users are specified under
Section 2.8 (Modifications of Methods
by Users) of Appendix C to 40 CFR part
58.
Consistent or repeated noncompliance
with any of these conditions should be
reported to: Director, Air Methods and
Characterization Division (MD–D205–
03), Center for Environmental
Measurements and Modeling, U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency,
Research Triangle Park, North Carolina
27711.
Designation of this equivalent method
is intended to assist the States in
establishing and operating their air
quality surveillance systems under 40
CFR part 58. Questions concerning the
commercial availability or technical
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aspects of the method should be
directed to the applicant.
Alice Gilliland,
Director (Acting), Center for Environmental
Measurements and Modeling.
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paperwork burdens, as required by the
Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995
(44 U.S.C. 3501–3520), the FCC invited
the general public and other Federal
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concerning: (a) Whether the proposed
collection of information is necessary
for the proper performance of the
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whether the information shall have
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ways to enhance the quality, utility, and
clarity of the information collected; and
(d) ways to minimize the burden of the
collection of information on the
respondents, including the use of
automated collection techniques or
other forms of information technology.
Pursuant to the Small Business
Paperwork Relief Act of 2002, Public
Law 107–198, see 44 U.S.C. 3506(c)(4),
the FCC seeks specific comment on how
it might ‘‘further reduce the information
collection burden for small business
concerns with fewer than 25
employees.’’
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Respondents: Business or other forprofit entities, Not-for-profit entities,
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information collection. This collection
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acting as administrators for various
telephone number management
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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
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Ambient Air Monitoring Reference and Equivalent Methods;
Designation of One New Equivalent Method
AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
ACTION: Notice of the designation of a new equivalent method for
monitoring ambient air quality.
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SUMMARY: Notice is hereby given that the Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA) has designated one new equivalent method for measuring
concentrations of Particulate Matter in the 2.5-micron range
(PM2.5) in ambient air.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Robert Vanderpool, Air Methods and
Characterization Division (MD-D205-03), Center for Environmental
Measurements and Modeling, U.S. EPA, Research Triangle Park, North
Carolina 27711. Phone: 919-541-7877. Email: [email protected].
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: In accordance with regulations at 40 CFR
part 53, the EPA evaluates various methods for monitoring the
concentrations of those ambient air pollutants for which EPA has
established National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) as set forth
in 40 CFR part 50. Monitoring methods that are determined to meet
specific requirements for adequacy are designated by the EPA as either
reference or equivalent methods (as applicable), thereby permitting
their use under 40 CFR part 58 by States and other agencies for
determining compliance with the NAAQS. A list of all reference or
equivalent methods that have been previously designated by EPA may be
found at https://www.epa.gov/ttn/amtic/criteria.html.
The EPA hereby announces the designation of one new equivalent
method for measuring concentrations of Particulate Matter in the 2.5-
micron range (PM2.5) in ambient air. This designation is
made under the provisions of 40 CFR part 53, as amended on October 26,
2015 (80 FR 65291-65468).
The new equivalent method for PM2.5 is an automated
method (analyzer) utilizing an optically based measurement principle.
This newly designated equivalent method is identified as follows:
EQPM-0922-260 ``Ambilabs Model 2WIN PM2.5 FEM Monitor''
Optically based continuous ambient particulate analyzer operated at a
volumetric flow rate of 2 Lpm, equipped with Ambilabs omnidirectional
sampling inlet (P/N: M9003011), an Ambilabs 2 Lpm sharp cut cyclone
inlet (P/N: A001025), and an Ambilabs ambient temperature sensor (P/N:
AL-2WIN-TEMP) configured for operation with firmware version 1.36 or
later, and operated in accordance with the Ambilabs 2WIN operations
manual. The 2WIN PM2.5 FEM Monitor is set for red and blue
scattering coefficients and the internal sample conditioning must be
set for an RH < 35%. The Monitor can be operated either outside in an
Ambilabs environmental enclosure (P/N: Neph Shelter) or as tabletop or
wall mount in an AC controlled shelter. This designation applies to
PM2.5 measurements only.
This application for an equivalent method determination for this
PM2.5 method was received by the Office of Research and
Development on July 12, 2022. This analyzer is commercially available
from the applicant, Ambilabs, 100 Elm Street, Warren, RI 02885.
A representative test analyzer was tested in accordance with the
applicable test procedures specified in 40 CFR part 53, as amended on
October 26, 2015. After reviewing the results of those tests and other
information submitted by the applicant, EPA has determined, in
accordance with part 53, that this method should be designated as an
equivalent method.
As a designated equivalent method, this method is acceptable for
use by states and other air monitoring agencies under the requirements
of 40 CFR part 58, Ambient Air Quality Surveillance. For such purposes,
this method must be used in strict accordance with the operation or
instruction manual associated with the method and subject to any
specifications and limitations (e.g., configuration or operational
settings) specified in the designated method description (see the
identification of the method above).
Use of the method also should be in general accordance with the
guidance and recommendations of applicable sections of the ``Quality
Assurance Handbook for Air Pollution Measurement Systems, Volume I,''
EPA/600/R-94/038a and ``Quality Assurance Handbook for Air Pollution
Measurement Systems, Volume II, Ambient Air Quality Monitoring
Program,'' EPA-454/B-13-003, (both available at https://www.epa.gov/ttn/amtic/qalist.html). Provisions concerning modification of such methods
by users are specified under Section 2.8 (Modifications of Methods by
Users) of Appendix C to 40 CFR part 58.
Consistent or repeated noncompliance with any of these conditions
should be reported to: Director, Air Methods and Characterization
Division (MD-D205-03), Center for Environmental Measurements and
Modeling, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Research Triangle Park,
North Carolina 27711.
Designation of this equivalent method is intended to assist the
States in establishing and operating their air quality surveillance
systems under 40 CFR part 58. Questions concerning the commercial
availability or technical
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aspects of the method should be directed to the applicant.
Alice Gilliland,
Director (Acting), Center for Environmental Measurements and Modeling.
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