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11 Common CEMS Failures We Encounter in the Field (and How to Prevent Them)
Discover the top causes of CEMS failures and how to prevent them. Get expert troubleshooting advice and maintenance strategies to reduce downtime.
Jul 8


What Are Title V Operating Permits?
Learn who needs a Title V Operating Permit, how the EPA permit process works, and how stack testing and CEMS data keep your facility in compliance.
Jul 6


Alliance and LG&E Confirm Industry-First IP CEMS Application Under US EPA Part 75
Alliance and LG&E successfully installed and certified an Integrated Path (IP) CEMS on a gas turbine unit that is subject to 40 CFR Part 75.
Nov 4, 2025


Year-End CEMS Checklist: How to Prepare for Stack Testing Season
Don't wait until January to start planning for stack testing season. This year-end CEMS checklist covers permit reviews, contractor scheduling, CEMS readiness, and everything else to lock in before the holidays.
Oct 31, 2025


Alliance Technical Group Acquires ESC Spectrum: A New Era in Emissions Monitoring
Alliance Technical Group, a premier provider of environmental compliance, on-site testing and monitoring, and laboratory testing services, today announced the acquisition of ESC Spectrum, the premier provider of Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS) and Data Acquisition Systems (DAS) services with more than 50 years of innovation and client success.
Jul 7, 2025


Where to Install CEMS Probes, Flow Sensors, and Opacity Monitors
In this article, read about where you can locate your plant's CEMS Probes, Flow Probes & Opacity Units on your stack unit & what EPA regulations apply to them.
Jun 30, 2025


Raising the Bar on Mobile Emissions Monitoring
In an industry where regulatory precision meets operational urgency, flexibility and speed are everything. Whether you're responding to a system outage, gearing up for startup testing, or undergoing a site retrofit, Alliance's fleet of Temporary CEMS solutions deliver trusted air monitoring—right where and when you need it.
Jun 24, 2025


Is Your CEMS Calibration Gas Up to Code?
Understand calibration gas requirements for CEMS under Part 60 and Part 75 — daily checks, quarterly audits, gas grades, bottle placement, and common issues.
Apr 27, 2025


Minimizing CEMS Downtime: Maintenance and Upgrade Strategies for Reliable Compliance
Whether you're addressing recurring maintenance issues or planning for long-term system reliability, our team can help you develop a strategy that minimizes downtime and keeps your CEMS operating at peak performance.
Mar 31, 2025


Relative Accuracy Test Audit (RATA): How to Plan, Execute, and Pass
This guide covers what a RATA is, which regulations govern it, and exactly what to do before, during, and after your test.
Jan 2, 2025


Best Practices for Replacing CEMS Analyzers Under 40 CFR Part 75
Learn when and how to replace CEMS analyzers under 40 CFR Part 75. This guide covers compliance testing procedures, reference gases, monitoring plan updates, and recertification best practices.
Apr 23, 2024


CEMS QA/QC Manuals: Requirements and What to Include
A QA/QC manual is a federal requirement for any facility operating a CEMS or COMS. Learn what regulations apply, what the manual must include, and when it needs to be updated.
Dec 8, 2023


What Is the Protocol Gas Verification Program (PGVP)?
Learn what the EPA's Protocol Gas Verification Program (PGVP) requires for Part 75 facilities—approved vendors, calibration gas standards, and how to stay compliant.
May 5, 2021


The Complete Guide to Automating Daily Calibration Validations in CEMS
Daily calibration validations are time-consuming and easy to get wrong. Here's how automating them with a capable DAS improves accuracy, reduces downtime, and keeps your CEMS compliant.
Oct 1, 2019
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