The EPA's development of the MACT standard is in its final stages. This action proposes National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for FRP and boat manufacturing facilities.

When finalized these regulations will require most composites manufacturers to adopt what EPA has determined is Maximum Achievable Control Technology. For most fabricators, MACT will be comprised of pollution prevention technologies such as low-HAP resins and gel coats and changes to spray guns, etc. Larger companies may be required to install capture and oxidation controls.

To see the proposed MACT standards and other helpful information on regulatory issues, please visit the links links below:

Regulatory & Compliance Topics - ACMA Web Site

Reinforced Plastic Composites MACT Standards Development Update
Prepared by Keith Barnett, Project Lead
Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards
Emission Standards Division
Organic Control Group