There are new requirements for those engaged in digital printing operations; new requirements for screen printing facilities; and new requirements for suppliers selling product into the Bay Area.
Digital printing operations: These new requirements impact facilities operating any digital output device that uses solvent based, or UV/EB inks. Additionally, if your facility uses waterbased systems on a device with the capacity to operate at print speeds of at last 10,000 square feet an hour, then these requirements apply to you. You will be required to:
Maintain a list of all inks, coatings, adhesives, and solvents used.
Record on a monthly basis they type and amount of each material used and keep these records for three years
If your operation emits more than 75 pounds of VOC per month, but less than 400 pounds of VOC per month, then you will need to register with the District.
Screen printing operations: The applicability threshold for this rule has been changed. All screen printing facilities operating in the district with VOC emissions of 75 pounds or more per month must comply with all rule requirements. This includes material usage limits as well as recordkeeping requirements. Additionally, new permitting/registration requirements were adopted.
If your facility emits less than 75 pounds of VOC per month, then you do not need to register or obtain a permit. If your facility emits more than 75 pounds, but less than 400 pounds of VOC per month, then your facility will need to register with the BAAQMD.
All products sold into the District, including products for digital printing operations, must include the VOC content of the product on their Material Safety Data Sheets
Products manufactured for use must be in containers with labels that include the VOC content of the product and manufacturer's recommended dilution or mix ratio.