Air Emissions Permit Amendment for Kromet Aluminum Manufacturing - Cambridge
Official title: Kromet International Inc. - Environmental Compliance Approval (air)
Kromet International, an aluminum parts manufacturer in Cambridge, Ontario, wants to amend its air emissions permit. The company is adding new caustic tanks, rinse tanks, and ventilation equipment to its facility on Langs Drive. The permit covers emissions of nitrogen oxides and sodium hydroxide from manufacturing processes including aluminum extrusion, cutting, and grinding.
Why This Matters
Live or work near Langs Drive in Cambridge? This facility releases nitrogen oxides and sodium hydroxide into the air. The company wants to add new equipment that could change what gets emitted. If you have concerns about air quality in your neighbourhood, now's the time to speak up.
What Could Change
If approved, Kromet can install new caustic tanks, rinse tanks, cyclones, and fans at their facility. The amended permit will set production limits and include an expiry date for the operational flexibility conditions. The company will need to reapply when those conditions expire.
Key Issues
- Should the air emissions permit be amended to allow new caustic tanks, rinse tanks, and ventilation equipment?
- Are the proposed production limits and operational flexibility conditions appropriate?
How to Participate
- Review the proposal details on this consultation page. Note the ERO number 025-1273 for your submission.
- Submit your comment online through the ERO portal, or email enviropermissions@ontario.ca with the ERO number in your message.
- You can also mail your comments to Client Services and Permissions Branch, 135 St Clair Ave West, 1st Floor, Toronto, ON M4V 1P5.