Business Details
33 Years
experience
Environmental Compliance & Air Emissions Solutions in Los Angeles
Abate Technologies International (ATI) is a consortium of professional engineers specializing in air emissions and regulatory compliance solutions. Founded in 1993, we leverage over three decades of combined experience from our team, including former South Coast Air Quality Management District engineers, to deliver cost-effective environmental strategies. Our services include permit preparation, health risk assessments, emissions trading, and pollution control equipment consulting, serving industries nationwide. We prioritize prompt client response, clear communication, and efficient implementation of compliance objectives. With expertise in Title V permitting, RECLAIM Program compliance, and BACT analysis, we help clients navigate complex federal, state, and local regulations.Our proprietary software streamlines record-keeping for printing operations and solvent usage, while our staff's bilingual capabilities enhance client accessibility. ATI's proven track record includes expediting permits in under 30 days and conducting comprehensive environmental audits to identify compliance gaps. We maintain professional liability insurance with $2M coverage and hold certifications as SCAQMD Certified Permitting Professionals. Our team's involvement in legislative consulting and technical publications underscores our industry leadership.
Services
Environmental Permit Applications
Emission Inventories
Health Risk Assessments
Pollution Control Equipment
Expert Testimony Services
Environmental Audits
RECLAIM Program Compliance
BACT Analysis
Software Solutions
Regulatory Training
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in air emissions compliance.
- Our team includes SCAQMD-certified permitting professionals.
- We guarantee 30-day permit approvals through proven processes.
- We offer proprietary software for regulatory record-keeping compliance.
- Our engineers have direct experience with environmental regulatory agencies.
Associations and certifications
- South Coast AQMD Certified Permitting Professionals
- Professional Engineering Registration (CA)
Services
Environmental Permit Applications
ATI specializes in preparing and expediting environmental permit applications for air quality equipment and processes. Our SCAQMD-certified professionals leverage insider knowledge to secure permits in under 30 days, compared to the standard 60-day requirement. We handle negotiations with regulatory agencies including EPA, CARB, and regional water boards while ensuring compliance with Title V and RECLAIM Program requirements.
Emission Inventories
We conduct comprehensive emission inventories to quantify air pollutants from industrial operations. Our annual reports meet SCAQMD requirements and include facility-wide assessments of equipment emissions. Using customized software solutions, we track material usage and generate compliance documentation for printing operations, solvent applications, and manufacturing processes across multiple industries.
Health Risk Assessments
ATI performs health risk assessments following CAPCOA guidelines for California's AB2588 Toxic Hot Spots Program. We evaluate both carcinogenic and non-carcinogenic exposure risks from industrial emissions, preparing detailed reports that quantify public health impacts. Our assessments help facilities meet regulatory requirements while implementing necessary control measures to protect community health.
Pollution Control Equipment
We help clients select and implement air pollution control equipment tailored to their specific needs. Our engineers work directly with manufacturers to design systems that meet regulatory standards without compromising operational efficiency. Services include CEMS installation, baghouse selection, and technology evaluations to achieve BACT compliance for industrial facilities.
Environmental Audits
Our audits verify regulatory compliance through comprehensive facility inspections. We cross-check permits with actual equipment, validate historical reports, and review MSDS documentation for hazardous substances. Audit deliverables include corrective action recommendations, compliance deadlines, and applicable regulatory references to help clients maintain continuous compliance with environmental regulations.
People
Kevin F. Eshraghi
President
Mechanical engineer with 36 years of environmental regulatory experience, including 1990 California PE license and 1993 SCAQMD CPP certification. Former AQMD engineer who established ATI in 1993, specializing in air emissions permitting and compliance strategies for industrial clients nationwide.
Rita Loof
Project Engineer
Chemical engineer with 34 years of air quality compliance experience, including semiconductor industry expertise. Former SCAQMD permit processing engineer since 1995, author of technical guidance documents, and recognized specialist in complex air quality permitting and health risk assessments.
Questions
How quickly can you obtain environmental permits?
Our SCAQMD-certified professionals typically secure permits in 30 days, half the standard 60-day processing time, through our proven application strategies.
What industries do you serve?
We work with printing operations, semiconductor manufacturers, aerospace companies, metal processing facilities, and other industrial sectors requiring air emissions compliance solutions.
Do you handle multi-state compliance?
Yes, while based in California, we assist clients nationwide with federal Title V permitting and cross-state environmental regulatory requirements.
How do you handle compliance audits?
Our audits include permit verification, equipment inspections, MSDS reviews, and regulatory deadline tracking, with detailed reports identifying compliance gaps and corrective actions.
What software tools do you provide?
We offer customized software for tracking printing operations material usage and solvent inventories, helping clients maintain continuous regulatory compliance with automated reporting features.
