The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 5 has cited Sturgis Iron and Metal Co. Inc. for alleged clean-air violations at the company’s secondary aluminum production plant in South Bend, Indiana.
EPA alleges that Sturgis operated a sweat furnace with an afterburner at the facility without complying with federal testing, planning, notification and recordkeeping requirements. These requirements are designed to ensure that the furnace meets emission standards for hazardous dioxins and furans.
These are preliminary findings of violations. To resolve them, EPA may issue a compliance order, assess an administrative penalty or bring suit against the company. Sturgis has 30 days from receipt of the notice to meet with EPA to discuss resolving the allegations.
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