Environmental Incinerator Stack Testing and New York State Department of Environmental Air Quality Emissions

Background: NYAIC is an animal quarantine center used to screen birds and hoof stock entering the country. Around 1980, two gas-fired incinerators that burn propane were installed. These incinerators are located on the quarantine side. Shortly thereafter, the incinerators were “grandfathered” in for environmental compliance. Per the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYDEC), the incinerators were permitted under classification code 7251 “Funeral Service and Crematories.” These incinerators are used to destroy animal bedding and other type 4 waste. Each incinerator has a capacity of 1000 lbs. per hour. In addition, a 400-kW emergency generator is used to provide .... Read More