Category: VIM Training, User Groups, and Webinars
ECMPS 2.0 Re-Engineering
Did You Know?
The Emission Collection and Monitoring Plan System (ECMPS) 2.0 web-based reporting platform is scheduled for mandatory reporting by Acid Rain Program, Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CASPR), and Mercury Air Toxics Standards (MATS) Rule (Subpart UUUUU, 40 CFR Part 63) affected sources in 2024. More specifically, the Q1 2024 emissions and quality assurance (QA) files must be submitted via ECMPS 2.0 in JSON format by April 30, 2024, reporting deadline.Read more »
VIM Technologies’ 2022 CEMLink6 and Regulatory Training was a Rousing Success
VIM Technologies hosted its exclusive in-person 2022 CEMLink 6 & Regulatory Training bringing together industry professionals, November 7-9 at the Hilton DFW Lakes Executive Conference Center in Grapevine, TX. The event started on Monday evening with a meet and greet for attendees to network and socialize. Two full days of comprehensive training sessions ran on November 8 & 9. There were three tracks to choose from with session topics ranging from regulatory updates, step-by-step instructions for hosting CEMLink6 in the cloud, managing a successful CEMS program, regulatory updates, data quality review techniques, and many more exciting topics. Participants were thrilled with the training roster and the digital materials so they could study them at their convenience. Read more »
2022 CEMS Academy Training Recap!
Training That Keeps You Engaged: The CEMS Academy Focuses on Continuous Emissions Monitoring (CEMS)
The most recent CEMS Academy training session was held in Austin, TX, on October 26 & 27. The event kicked off with registration and a Meet & Greet on the first day. October 27 was a full day of comprehensive CEMS Academy Training for all participants. Attendees were thrilled to get together on the gorgeous 431-acre University of Texas Campus in the Commons Conference Center. The lovely location was a great added benefit to two exciting days of networking and training. Read more »
VIM Technologies Praised for Virtual Part 75 Training Course
VIM Technologies, Inc. (VIM) has successfully completed another Introduction to Part 75 virtual training course led by Senior Air Compliance Specialist Dru Sanders, with assistance from VIM’s COMPAS Division.
Introduction to Part 75 is an intermediate course recommended for environmental staff responsible for complying with 40 CFR Part 75 regulations. We typically offer this course twice during each calendar year.Read more »
VIM Technologies’ Part 60 CEMS and COMS Requirements Virtual Training
VIM Technologies’ (VIM) Senior Air Compliance Specialists, Eric Wiley, and Dru Sanders, co-presented the Part 60 CEMS and COMS Requirements online training course with high praise from those who attended.
This comprehensive course covered the required material in 2-hour sessions across 3 consecutive days. Attendees were thrilled with the virtual schedule that allowed flexible access to the training and eliminated the need for travel. The detailed course manual and the ability to download various supporting regulatory documents were a significant benefit to all participants
Five Most Popular Webinars
Throughout the year VIM Technologies makes it a point to continuously educate the industry. Not only do our topics focus on the most effective ways to utilize our CEMLink 6 software, but also general emissions monitoring tips, tricks, and fundamentals. Below we’ll review some of the most popular webinars we hosted this past year.
All of VIM’s previously recorded webinars are available here. Select any number of webinars and request them by completing the form at the bottom of the page.
2022 Virtual CEMS Training Courses
VIM Technologies has recently announced four upcoming training courses that will take place between March and September of 2022. Registration is available for each of the two one-day courses for $399, while the three-day training sessions require a $599 registration fee. Due to ongoing health precautions, all of VIM Technologies’ training courses are being offered virtually. Read more »
VIM Technologies Introduction to Part 75: 3-Day Remote Training Course
VIM Technologies is offering an intermediate level, fully online Part 75 Emissions training course run by Senior Air Compliance Specialist Dru Sanders, February 16-18th, 2022.
This course is directed toward environmental staff and Instrument & Controls (I&C) Technicians responsible for complying with 40 CFR Part 75 regulations. We will provide an overview covering general provisions required by the rule. This will include monitoring methods, data handling, quality assurance testing, recertification events, annual analysis, and reporting/recordkeeping requirements. General data assessment techniques will be discussed along with our 10-step program for success.
The course consists of four (4) sessions, spanning three (3) days in February. Day 2 includes two (2) focused sessions addressing Part 75 requirements specific to gas & oil-fired units as well as a separate session focusing on coal-fired units. These two (2) sessions are conducted in succession, providing flexibility to participate in one session or both.
The Part 75 course will also cover any recent applicable regulatory or reporting changes or pending revisions. The price of the training is $599 and is recommended for intermediate-level attendees.
New SCAQMD CEMS Rules 218.2 and 218.3 Update
South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) has amended CEMS Rule 218 Continuous Emissions Monitoring and adopted new Rule 218.2 CEMS: General Provisions and Rule 218.3 CEMS: Performance Specifications.
The amended Rule 218 and the new Rules 218.2 and 218.3 provide specifications for both former RECLAIM CEMS that are previously certified according to the RECLAIM program, as well as non-RECLAIM CEMS that are previously certified according to Rules 218 and 218.1.Read more »