[Federal Register Volume 79, Number 184 (Tuesday, September 23, 2014)]
[Proposed Rules]
[Pages 56682-56684]
[FR Doc No: 2014-22622]

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Federal Register / Vol. 79, No. 184 / Tuesday, September 23, 2014 /
Proposed Rules

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2014-0649; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-132-AD]
RIN 2120-AA64

Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).

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SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for
certain The Boeing Company Model 787-8 airplanes. This proposed AD was
prompted by reports of missing bonded plugs found prior to airplane
delivery, during manufacturing inspections, at various locations in
certain stringers of the forward electrical equipment (EE) bay of the
lower lobe cargo compartments. This proposed AD would require drilling
a hole and installing and bonding plugs in certain stringers of the
forward EE bay of the lower lobe cargo compartments. We are proposing
this AD to detect and correct missing or misaligned bonded plugs which,
in the event of a fire, could cause an increased rate of loss of Halon
in the lower cargo compartments, and result in the inability to
extinguish a fire and consequent loss of control of the airplane.

DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by November 7,
2014.

ADDRESSES: You may send comments, using the procedures found in 14 CFR
11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following methods:
     Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments.
     Fax:<PHONE_NUMBER>.
     Mail: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket
Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New
Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590.
     Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail address above between 9
a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays.
    For service information identified in this proposed AD, contact
Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Data & Services Management, P.
O. Box 3707, MC 2H-65, Seattle, WA 98124-2207; telephone<PHONE_NUMBER>,
extension 1; fax<PHONE_NUMBER>; Internet https://www.myboeingfleet.com.
You may view this referenced service information at the FAA, Transport
Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information
on the availability of this material at the FAA, call<PHONE_NUMBER>.

Examining the AD Docket

    You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2014-
0649; or in person at the Docket Management Facility between 9 a.m. and
5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket
contains this proposed AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments
received, and other information. The street address for the Docket
Office (phone:<PHONE_NUMBER>) is in the ADDRESSES section. Comments will
be available in the AD docket shortly after receipt.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Francis Smith, Aerospace Engineer,
Cabin Safety and Environmental Systems Branch, ANM-150S, FAA, Seattle
Aircraft Certification Office, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-
3356; phone:<PHONE_NUMBER>; fax:<PHONE_NUMBER>; email:
<EMAIL_ADDRESS>
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Comments Invited

    We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or
arguments about this proposal. Send your comments to an address listed
under the ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2014-0649;
Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-132-AD'' at the beginning of your
comments. We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory,
economic, environmental, and energy aspects of this proposed AD. We
will consider all comments received by the closing date and may amend
this proposed AD because of those comments.
    We will post all comments we receive, without change, to http://www.regulations.gov, including any personal information you provide. We
will also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal contact we
receive about this proposed AD.

Discussion

    We have received reports of missing bonded plugs found prior to
airplane delivery, during manufacturing inspections, at various
locations in certain stringers of the forward electrical equipment (EE)
bay of the lower lobe cargo compartments. The cause was determined to
be miscalculated pressure exposures during design. This condition, if
not corrected, could result in missing or misaligned bonded plugs
which, in the event of a fire, could cause an increased rate of loss of
Halon in the lower cargo compartments, and result in the inability to
extinguish a fire and consequent loss of control of the airplane.

Relevant Service Information

    We reviewed Boeing Alert Service Bulletin B787-81205-SB530024-00,
Issue 001, dated May 15, 2014. For information on the procedures and
compliance times, see this service information at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for Docket No. FAA-2014-0649.

FAA's Determination

    We are proposing this AD because we evaluated all the relevant
information and determined the unsafe condition described previously is
likely to exist or develop in other products of the same type design.

Proposed AD Requirements

    This proposed AD would require accomplishing the actions specified
in the service information described previously, except as discussed
under ``Differences Between this Proposed AD and the Service
Information.''

Explanation of ``RC'' Steps in Service Information

    The FAA worked in conjunction with industry, under the
Airworthiness Directives Implementation Aviation Rulemaking Committee,
to enhance the AD system. One enhancement was a

new process for annotating which steps in the service information are
required for compliance with an AD. Differentiating these steps from
other tasks in the service information is expected to improve an
owner's/operator's understanding of crucial AD requirements and help
provide consistent judgment in AD compliance. The actions specified in
the service information described previously include steps that are
labeled as RC (required for compliance) because these steps have a
direct effect on detecting, preventing, resolving, or eliminating an
identified unsafe condition.
    As noted in the specified service information, steps labeled as RC
must be done to comply with the proposed AD. However, steps that are
not labeled as RC are recommended. Those steps that are not labeled as
RC may be deviated from, done as part of other actions, or done using
accepted methods different from those identified in the service
information without obtaining approval of an alternative method of
compliance (AMOC), provided the steps labeled as RC can be done and the
airplane can be put back in a serviceable condition. Any substitutions
or changes to steps labeled as RC will require approval of an AMOC.

Difference Between This Proposed AD and the Service Information

    Although Boeing Alert Service Bulletin B787-81205-SB530024-00,
Issue 001, dated May 15, 2014, recommends installing and bonding the
plugs within 24 months, we and Boeing have determined a 12-month
compliance time is appropriate. We have advised Boeing to correct the
compliance time statement in the next revision of the service
information to specify a 12-month compliance time. In developing an
appropriate compliance time for this AD, we considered the degree of
urgency associated with the subject unsafe condition, and the average
utilization of the affected fleet and time necessary to perform the
installation. In light of these factors, we find that a 12-month
compliance time represents an appropriate interval of time for affected
airplanes to continue to operate without compromising safety.

Costs of Compliance

    We estimate that this proposed AD affects 3 airplanes of U.S.
registry.
    We estimate the following costs to comply with this proposed AD:

                                                 Estimated Costs
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                                                                              Cost per          Cost on U.S.
              Action                      Labor cost         Parts cost        product           operators
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Bonded plug installations.........  100 work-hours x $85           $3,466         $11,966  Up to $35,898.
                                     per hour = $8,500.
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    According to the manufacturer, all of the costs of this proposed AD
may be covered under warranty, thereby reducing the cost impact on
affected individuals. We do not control warranty coverage for affected
individuals. As a result, we have included all costs in our cost
estimate.

Authority for This Rulemaking

    Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to
issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the
authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs,
describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority.
    We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in
Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: ``General
requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing
regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator
finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within
the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition
that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this
rulemaking action.

Regulatory Findings

    We determined that this proposed AD would not have federalism
implications under Executive Order 13132. This proposed AD would not
have a substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship
between the national Government and the States, or on the distribution
of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government.
    For the reasons discussed above, I certify this proposed
regulation:
    (1) Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive
Order 12866,
    (2) Is not a ``significant rule'' under the DOT Regulatory Policies
and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979),
    (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, and
    (4) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or
negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria
of the Regulatory Flexibility Act.

List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39

    Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by
reference, Safety.

The Proposed Amendment

    Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the
Administrator, the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part 39 as follows:

PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES

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1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.

Sec.  39.13  [Amended]

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2. The FAA amends Sec.  39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness
directive (AD):
The Boeing Company: Docket No. FAA-2014-0649; Directorate Identifier
2014-NM-132-AD.

(a) Comments Due Date

    We must receive comments by November 7, 2014.

(b) Affected ADs

    None.

(c) Applicability

    This AD applies to The Boeing Company Model 787-8 airplanes,
certificated in any category, as identified in Boeing Alert Service
Bulletin B787-81205-SB530024-00, Issue 001, dated May 15, 2014.

(d) Subject

    Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 53, Fuselage
Structure (General).

(e) Unsafe Condition

    This AD was prompted by reports of missing bonded plugs found
prior to airplane delivery, during manufacturing inspections, at
various locations in certain stringers of the forward electrical
equipment (EE) bay of the lower lobe cargo compartments. We are
issuing this AD to detect and correct missing or misaligned bonded
plugs which, in the event of a fire, could cause an increased rate
of loss of Halon in the lower cargo compartments, and result in the
inability to extinguish a fire and consequent loss of control of the
airplane.

(f) Compliance

    Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.

(g) Bonded Plug Installation

    Within 12 months after the effective date of this AD: Drill a
hole in stringers S-34L and S-35L, remove the plugs, and install and
bond new plugs, in the forward EE bay of the lower lobe cargo
compartments, as applicable, in accordance with the Accomplishment
Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin B787-81205-SB530024-
00, Issue 001, dated May 15, 2014.

(h) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)

    (1) The Manager, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office (ACO),
FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested
using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14
CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or local
Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending
information directly to the manager of the ACO, send it to the
attention of the person identified in paragraph (k)(1) of this AD.
Information may be emailed to<EMAIL_ADDRESS>    (2) Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate
principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager
of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding
district office.
    (3) If the service information contains steps that are labeled
as RC (Required for Compliance), those steps must be done to comply
with this AD; any steps that are not labeled as RC are recommended.
Those steps that are not labeled as RC may be deviated from, done as
part of other actions, or done using accepted methods different from
those identified in the specified service information without
obtaining approval of an AMOC, provided the steps labeled as RC can
be done and the airplane can be put back in a serviceable condition.
Any substitutions or changes to steps labeled as RC require approval
of an AMOC.

(i) Related Information

    (1) For more information about this AD, contact Francis Smith,
Aerospace Engineer, Cabin Safety and Environmental Systems Branch,
ANM-150S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office, 1601 Lind
Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; phone:<PHONE_NUMBER>; fax: 425-
917-6590; email<EMAIL_ADDRESS>    (2) For service information identified in this AD, contact
Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Data & Services Management,
P. O. Box 3707, MC 2H-65, Seattle, WA 98124-2207; telephone 206-544-
5000, extension 1; fax<PHONE_NUMBER>; Internet https://www.myboeingfleet.com. You may view this referenced service
information at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind
Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information on the availability of this
material at the FAA, call<PHONE_NUMBER>.

    Issued in Renton, Washington, on September 12, 2014.
Jeffrey E. Duven,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
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Rules and Regulations

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2013-0705; Directorate Identifier 2013-NM-052-AD;
Amendment 39-17742; AD 2014-03-05]
RIN 2120-AA64

Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc. Airplanes

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
Bombardier, Inc. Model BD-700-1A10 airplanes. This AD was prompted by a
report that the manufacturer has determined that some completion
centers used the heater/brake monitoring unit (HBMU) logic circuit to
control the line voltage of the drain mast heaters. Since the drain
mast heaters are connected in parallel with the number 2 pitot static
(PS) probe heater circuit, a number 2 PS probe heater failure may not
be detected by the fault monitoring capabilities of the HBMU. This AD
requires modification of the air data probes and sensors. We are
issuing this AD to detect and correct an unannunciated failure of two
PS probe heaters, which could affect controllability of the airplane in
icing conditions.

DATES: This AD becomes effective April 1, 2014.
    The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of April 1,
2014.

ADDRESSES: You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov/#!docketDetail;D=FAA-2013-0705; or in person at the
Docket Management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket
Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New
Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC.
    For service information identified in this AD, contact Bombardier,
Inc., 400 C[ocirc]te-Vertu Road West, Dorval, Qu[eacute]bec H4S 1Y9,
Canada; telephone<PHONE_NUMBER>; fax<PHONE_NUMBER>; email
<EMAIL_ADDRESS>Internet http://www.bombardier.com. You
may view this referenced service information at the FAA, Transport
Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information
on the availability of this material at the FAA, call<PHONE_NUMBER>.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Assata Dessaline, Aerospace Engineer,
Avionics and Flight Test Branch, ANE-172, FAA, New York Aircraft
Certification Office, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY
11590; telephone<PHONE_NUMBER>; fax<PHONE_NUMBER>.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Discussion

    We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to certain Bombardier, Inc.
Model BD-700-1A10 airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register
on September 11, 2013 (78 FR 55660). The NPRM was prompted by a report
that the manufacturer has determined that some completion centers used
the heater/brake monitoring unit (HBMU) logic circuit to control the
line voltage of the drain mast heaters. Since the drain mast heaters
are connected in parallel with the number 2 pitot static (PS) probe
heater circuit, a number 2 PS probe heater failure may not be detected
by the fault monitoring capabilities of the HBMU. The NPRM proposed to
require modification of the air data probes and sensors. We are issuing
this AD to detect and correct an unannunciated failure of two PS probe
heaters, which could affect controllability of the airplane in icing
conditions.
    Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA), which is the aviation
authority for Canada, has issued Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-
2012-32, dated December 13, 2013 (referred to after this as the
Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to
correct an unsafe condition for the specified products. The MCAI
states:

    The aeroplane manufacturer has determined that some completion
centers used the Heater/Brake Monitoring Unit (HBMU) logic circuit
to control the line voltage of the drain mast heaters. This same
logic circuit is also used to control the line voltage of the number
2 pitot static (PS) probe heater. Since the drain mast heaters are
connected in parallel with the number 2 PS probe heater circuit, a
number 2 PS probe heater failure may not be detected by the fault
monitoring capabilities of the HBMU.
    The unannunciated failure of two PS probe heaters could
adversely affect the aeroplane's flight characteristics in icing
conditions.
    This [Canadian] AD mandates a modification to the existing drain
mast heater wiring to correct the fault-monitoring capabilities of
the HBMU and eliminate the potential dormant failure of the number 2
PS probe heater.

    You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=FAA-2013-0705-0002.

Comments

    We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing
this AD. We received no comments on the NPRM (78 FR 55660, September
11, 2013) or on the determination of the cost to the public.

Conclusion

    We reviewed the relevant data and determined that air safety and
the public interest require adopting this AD as proposed, except for
minor editorial changes. We have determined that these minor changes:
     Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the
NPRM (78 FR 55660, September 11, 2013) for correcting the unsafe
condition; and
     Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was
already proposed in the NPRM (78 FR 55660, September 11, 2013).

Costs of Compliance

    We estimate that this AD affects 32 airplanes of U.S. registry.
    We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD:

                                                 Estimated Costs
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                                                                                Cost per       Cost on U.S.
               Action                        Labor cost           Parts cost        product         operators
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Modification........................  35 work-hours x $85 per              $0           $2,975          $95,200
                                       hour =.
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Authority for This Rulemaking

    Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to
issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the
authority of the FAA Administrator. ``Subtitle VII: Aviation
Programs,'' describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's
authority.
    We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in
``Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: General
requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing
regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator
finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within
the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition
that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this
rulemaking action.

Regulatory Findings

    We determined that this AD will not have federalism implications
under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct
effect on the States, on the relationship between the national
government and the States, or on the distribution of power and
responsibilities among the various levels of government.
    For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD:
    1. Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order
12866;
    2. Is not a ``significant rule'' under the DOT Regulatory Policies
and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979);
    3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska; and
    4. Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or
negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria
of the Regulatory Flexibility Act.

Examining the AD Docket

    You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov/#!docketDetail;D=FAA-2013-0705; or in person at the
Docket Management Facility between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through
Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this AD, the
regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information.
The street address for the Docket Operations office (telephone (800)
647-5527) is in the ADDRESSES section.

List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39

    Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by
reference, Safety.

Adoption of the Amendment

    Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the
Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows:

PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES

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1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.

Sec.  39.13  [Amended]

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2. The FAA amends Sec.  39.13 by adding the following new AD:

2014-03-05 Bombardier, Inc.: Amendment 39-17742. Docket No. FAA-
2013-0705; Directorate Identifier 2013-NM-052-AD.

(a) Effective Date

    This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective April 1,
2014.

(b) Affected ADs

    None.

(c) Applicability

    (1) This AD applies to Bombardier, Inc. Model BD-700-1A10
airplanes, certificated in any category, equipped with any
electrical wiring heater current/brake temperature monitor unit
(HBMU) installed in accordance with any FAA supplemental type
certificate specified in table 1 of paragraph 1.A., ``Effectivity,''
of Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-30-021, Revision 01, dated
November 21, 2012.
    (2) For airplanes on which the applicable service request for
product support action (SRPSA) specified in table 3 and table 4 of
paragraph 1.A., ``Effectivity,'' of Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-
30-021, Revision 01, dated November 21, 2012, has been incorporated,
the requirements of this AD have been met.

(d) Subject

    Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 30, Ice and Rain
Protection.

(e) Reason

    This AD was prompted by a report that the manufacturer has
determined that some completion centers used the HBMU logic circuit
to control the line voltage of the drain mast heaters. This same
logic circuit is also used to control the line voltage of the number
2 pitot static (PS) probe heater. Since the drain mast heaters are
connected in parallel with the number 2 PS probe heater circuit, a
number 2 PS probe heater failure may not be detected by the fault
monitoring capabilities of the HBMU. We are issuing this AD to
detect and correct an unannunciated failure of two PS probe heaters,
which could affect controllability of the airplane in icing
conditions.

(f) Compliance

    You are responsible for having the actions required by this AD
performed within the compliance times specified, unless the actions
have already been done.

(g) Modification

    Within 800 flight hours or 15 months after the effective date of
this AD, whichever occurs first: Modify the air data probes and
sensors, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of
Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-30-021, Revision 01, dated November
21, 2012.

(h) Credit for Previous Actions

    This paragraph provides credit for actions required by paragraph
(g) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective
date of this AD using Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-30-021, dated
August 28, 2012, which is not incorporated by reference in this AD.

(i) Other FAA AD Provisions

    The following provisions also apply to this AD:
    (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, New
York Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), ANE-170, FAA, has the
authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the
procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19,
send your request to your principal inspector or local Flight
Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information
directly to the ACO, send it to ATTN: Program Manager, Continuing
Operational Safety, FAA, New York ACO, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite
410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone<PHONE_NUMBER>; fax<PHONE_NUMBER>.
Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal
inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the
local flight standards district office/certificate holding district
office. The AMOC approval letter must specifically reference this
AD.
    (2) Airworthy Product: For any requirement in this AD to obtain
corrective actions from a manufacturer or other source, use these
actions if they are FAA-approved. Corrective actions are considered
FAA-approved if they are approved by the State of Design Authority

(or their delegated agent). You are required to assure the product
is airworthy before it is returned to service.

(j) Related Information

    (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information
(MCAI) Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2012-32, dated December
13, 2012, for related information. This MCAI may be found in the AD
docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=FAA-2013-0705-0002.
    (2) Service information identified in this AD that is not
incorporated by reference may be viewed at the addresses specified
in paragraphs (k)(3) and (k)(4) of this AD.

(k) Material Incorporated by Reference

    (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the
incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed
in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51.
    (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do
the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise.
    (i) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-30-021, Revision 01, dated
November 21, 2012.
    (ii) Reserved.
    (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact
Bombardier, Inc., 400 C[ocirc]te-Vertu Road West, Dorval,
Qu[eacute]bec H4S 1Y9, Canada; telephone<PHONE_NUMBER>; fax 514-855-
7401; email<EMAIL_ADDRESS>Internet http://www.bombardier.com.
    (4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport
Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For
information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call
425-227-1221.
    (5) You may view this service information that is incorporated
by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration
(NARA). For information on the availability of this material at
NARA, call<PHONE_NUMBER>, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.

    Issued in Renton, Washington, on January 22, 2014.
Jeffrey E. Duven,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
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[Rules and Regulations]
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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Coast Guard

33 CFR Part 165

[Docket Number USCG-2022-0366]
RIN 1625-AA00

Safety Zone; Jon Cotton Wedding Fireworks, Round Island Channel,
MI

AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS.

ACTION: Temporary final rule.

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SUMMARY: The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary safety zone for
navigable waters within a 600-foot radius of a fireworks display in
Round Island Channel near Mackinac Island. The safety zone is needed to
protect personnel, vessels, and the marine environment from potential
hazards created by the fireworks display. Entry of vessels or persons
into this zone is prohibited unless specifically authorized by the
Captain of the Port Sault Sainte Marie.

DATES: This rule is effective from 8 p.m. through 11 p.m. on September
17, 2022.

ADDRESSES: To view documents mentioned in this preamble as being
available in the docket, go to https://www.regulations.gov, type USCG-
2022-0366 in the search box and click ``Search.'' Next, in the Document
Type column, select ``Supporting & Related Material.''

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If you have questions on this rule,
call or email LT Deaven Palenzuela, U.S. Coast Guard Sector Sault
Sainte Marie Waterways Management, U.S. Coast Guard; telephone 906-635-
3223, email [email protected].

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

I. Table of Abbreviations

CFR Code of Federal Regulations
DHS Department of Homeland Security
FR Federal Register
NPRM Notice of proposed rulemaking
Sec.  Section
U.S.C. United States Code

II. Background Information and Regulatory History

    The Coast Guard is issuing this temporary rule without prior notice
and opportunity to comment pursuant to authority under section 4(a) of
the Administrative Procedure Act (APA) (5 U.S.C. 553(b)). This
provision authorizes an agency to issue a rule without prior notice and
opportunity to comment when the agency for good cause finds that those
procedures are ``impracticable, unnecessary, or contrary to the public
interest.'' Under 5 U.S.C. 553(b)(B), the Coast Guard finds that good
cause exists for not publishing a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM)
with respect to this rule because doing so would be impracticable. The
Coast Guard did not receive sufficient notice of this event to undergo
notice and comment and this safety zone must be established by
September 17, 2022 in order to protect the public from the dangers
associated with a fireworks display.
    Under 5 U.S.C. 553(d)(3), the Coast Guard finds that good cause
exists for making this rule effective less than 30 days after
publication in the Federal Register. Delaying the effective date of
this rule would be impracticable because action is needed to ensure
that the potential safety hazards associated with the fireworks display
are effectively mitigated.

III. Legal Authority and Need for Rule

    The Coast Guard is issuing this rule under authority in 46 U.S.C.
70034 (previously 33 U.S.C. 1231). The Captain of the Port Sault Sainte
Marie (COTP) has determined that potential hazards associated with a
fireworks display on September 17, 2022 will be a safety concern for
anyone within a 600-foot radius of the navigable waters surrounding the
fireworks launch site. This rule is needed to protect personnel,
vessels, and the marine environment in the navigable waters within the
safety zone during the fireworks display.

IV. Discussion of the Rule

    This rule establishes a safety zone from 8 p.m. through 11 p.m. on
September 17, 2022. The safety zone will cover all navigable waters
within 600 feet of a fireworks display in Round Island Channel near
Mackinac Island, MI. The duration of the zone is intended to protect
personnel, vessels, and the marine environment in these navigable
waters while the bridge is being repaired. No vessel or person will be
permitted to enter the safety zone without obtaining permission from
the COTP or a designated representative.

V. Regulatory Analyses

    We developed this rule after considering numerous statutes and
Executive orders related to rulemaking. Below we summarize our analyses
based on a number of these statutes and Executive orders, and we
discuss First Amendment rights of protestors.

A. Regulatory Planning and Review

    Executive Orders 12866 and 13563 direct agencies to assess the
costs and benefits of available regulatory alternatives and, if
regulation is necessary, to select regulatory approaches that maximize
net benefits. This rule has not been designated a ``significant
regulatory action,'' under Executive Order 12866. Accordingly, this
rule has not been reviewed by the Office of Management and Budget
(OMB).
    This regulatory action determination is based on size, location,
duration, and time-of-day of the safety zone. Vessel traffic will be
able to safely transit around this safety zone which would impact a
small designated area of Round Island Channel. Moreover, the Coast
Guard would issue a Broadcast Notice to Mariners via VHF-FM marine
channel 16 about the zone, and the rule would allow vessels to seek
permission to enter the zone.

B. Impact on Small Entities

    The Regulatory Flexibility Act of 1980, 5 U.S.C. 601-612, as
amended, requires Federal agencies to consider the potential impact of
regulations on small entities during rulemaking. The term ``small
entities'' comprises small businesses, not-for-profit organizations
that are independently owned and operated and are not dominant in their
fields, and governmental jurisdictions with populations of less than
50,000. The Coast Guard certifies under 5 U.S.C. 605(b) that this rule
will not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of
small entities.
    While some owners or operators of vessels intending to transit the
safety zone may be small entities, for the reasons stated in section
V.A above, this rule will not have a significant economic impact on any
vessel owner or operator.
    Under section 213(a) of the Small Business Regulatory Enforcement
Fairness Act of 1996 (Pub. L. 104-121), we want to assist small
entities in understanding this rule. If the rule

would affect your small business, organization, or governmental
jurisdiction and you have questions concerning its provisions or
options for compliance, please call or email the person listed in the
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section.
    Small businesses may send comments on the actions of Federal
employees who enforce, or otherwise determine compliance with, Federal
regulations to the Small Business and Agriculture Regulatory
Enforcement Ombudsman and the Regional Small Business Regulatory
Fairness Boards. The Ombudsman evaluates these actions annually and
rates each agency's responsiveness to small business. If you wish to
comment on actions by employees of the Coast Guard, call 1-888-REG-FAIR
(1-888-734-3247). The Coast Guard will not retaliate against small
entities that question or complain about this rule or any policy or
action of the Coast Guard.

C. Collection of Information

    This rule will not call for a new collection of information under
the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501-3520).

D. Federalism and Indian Tribal Governments

    A rule has implications for federalism under Executive Order 13132,
Federalism, if it has a substantial direct effect on the States, on the
relationship between the National Government and the States, or on the
distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of
government. We have analyzed this rule under that Order and have
determined that it is consistent with the fundamental federalism
principles and preemption requirements described in Executive Order
13132.
    Also, this rule does not have tribal implications under Executive
Order 13175, Consultation and Coordination with Indian Tribal
Governments, because it does not have a substantial direct effect on
one or more Indian tribes, on the relationship between the Federal
Government and Indian tribes, or on the distribution of power and
responsibilities between the Federal Government and Indian tribes.

E. Unfunded Mandates Reform Act

    The Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995 (2 U.S.C. 1531-1538)
requires Federal agencies to assess the effects of their discretionary
regulatory actions. In particular, the Act addresses actions that may
result in the expenditure by a State, local, or tribal government, in
the aggregate, or by the private sector of $100,000,000 (adjusted for
inflation) or more in any one year. Though this rule will not result in
such an expenditure, we do discuss the effects of this rule elsewhere
in this preamble.

F. Environment

    We have analyzed this rule under Department of Homeland Security
Directive 023-01, Rev. 1, associated implementing instructions, and
Environmental Planning COMDTINST 5090.1 (series), which guide the Coast
Guard in complying with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969
(42 U.S.C. 4321-4370f), and have determined that this action is one of
a category of actions that do not individually or cumulatively have a
significant effect on the human environment. This rule involves a
safety zone lasting only 3 hours that will prohibit entry within a 600-
foot radius of a fireworks display in Round Island Channel. It is
categorically excluded from further review under paragraph L[60(a)] of
Appendix A, Table 1 of DHS Instruction Manual 023-01-001-01, Rev. 1. A
Record of Environmental Consideration supporting this determination is
available in the docket. For instructions on locating the docket, see
the ADDRESSES section of this preamble.

G. Protest Activities

    The Coast Guard respects the First Amendment rights of protesters.
Protesters are asked to call or email the person listed in the FOR
FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section to coordinate protest activities so
that your message can be received without jeopardizing the safety or
security of people, places or vessels.

List of Subjects in 33 CFR Part 165

    Harbors, Marine safety, Navigation (water), Reporting and record
keeping requirements, Security measures, Waterways.

    For the reasons discussed in the preamble, the Coast Guard amends
33 CFR part 165 as follows:

PART 165--REGULATED NAVIGATION AREAS AND LIMITED ACCESS AREAS

0
1. The authority citation for part 165 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 46 U.S.C. 70034, 70051; 33 CFR 1.05-1, 6.04-1, 6.04-
6, and 160.5; Department of Homeland Security Delegation No. 0170.1.

0
2. Add Sec.  165.T09-0366 to read as follows:

Sec.  165.T09-0366  Safety Zone; Jon Cotton Wedding Fireworks, Round
Island Channel, MI.

    (a) Location. The following area is a safety zone: All navigable
water within 600 feet of the fireworks launching location in position
45[deg]50'38.95 N, 84[deg]37'7.39 W (NAD 83). The back-up launch site
will be in located in position 45[deg]50'19.11 N, 84[deg]36'20.8 W (NAD
83) in case it is unsafe to launch fireworks from the primary location.
    (b) Definitions. As used in this section, designated representative
means a Coast Guard Patrol Commander, including a Coast Guard coxswain,
petty officer, or other officer operating a Coast Guard vessel and a
Federal, State, and local officer designated by or assisting the
Captain of the Port Sault Sainte Marie (COTP) in the enforcement of the
safety zone.
    (c) Regulations. (1) In accordance with the general regulations in
Sec.  165.23, entry into, transiting, or anchoring within the safety
zone described in paragraph (a) of this section is prohibited unless
authorized by the Captain of the Port, Sault Sainte Marie or his
designated representative.
    (2) Before a vessel operator may enter or operate within the safety
zone, they must obtain permission from the Captain of the Port, Sault
Sainte Marie, or his designated representative via VHF Channel 16 or
telephone at<PHONE_NUMBER>. Vessel operators given permission to enter
or operate in the safety zone must comply with all orders given to them
by the Captain of the Port, Sault Sainte Marie or his designated
representative.
    (d) Enforcement period. This section will be enforced from 8 p.m.
through 11 p.m. on September 17, 2022.

A.R. Jones,
Captain of the Port Sault Sainte Marie.
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

[Docket No. CP20-460-000]

Northern Natural Gas Company; Notice of Intent To Prepare An
Environmental Assessment for the Proposed Clifton to Palmyra A-Line
Abandonment Project and Request for Comments on Environmental Issues

    The staff of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC or
Commission) will prepare an environmental assessment (EA) that will
discuss the environmental impacts of the Clifton to Palmyra A-line
Abandonment Project involving abandonment of pipeline facilities by
Northern Natural Gas Company (Northern) in Clay and Washington
Counties, Kansas, and Gage, Jefferson, Lancaster, and Otoe Counties,
Nebraska, and construction and operation of facilities in Gage County,
Nebraska. The Commission will use this EA in its decision-making
process to determine whether the project is in the public convenience
and necessity.
    This notice announces the opening of the scoping process the
Commission will use to gather input from the public and interested
agencies about issues regarding the project. The National Environmental
Policy Act (NEPA) requires the Commission to take into account the
environmental impacts that could result from its action whenever it
considers the issuance of a Certificate of Public Convenience and
Necessity. NEPA also requires the Commission to discover concerns the
public may have about proposals. This process is referred to as
``scoping.'' The main goal of the scoping process is to focus the
analysis in the EA on the important environmental issues. By this
notice, the Commission requests public comments on the scope of issues
to address in the EA. To ensure that your comments are timely and
properly recorded, please submit your comments so that the Commission
receives them in Washington, DC on or before 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on
July 9, 2020.
    You can make a difference by submitting your specific comments or
concerns about the project. Your comments should focus on the potential
environmental effects, reasonable alternatives, and measures to avoid
or lessen environmental impacts. Your input will help the Commission
staff determine what issues they need to evaluate in the EA. Commission
staff will consider all filed comments during the preparation of the
EA.
    If you sent comments on this project to the Commission before the
opening of this docket on May 21, 2020, you will need to file those
comments in Docket No. CP20-460-000 to ensure they are considered as
part of this proceeding.
    This notice is being sent to the Commission's current environmental
mailing list for this project. State and local government
representatives should notify their constituents of this proposed
project and encourage them to comment on their areas of concern.
    If you are a landowner receiving this notice, a pipeline company
representative may contact you about the acquisition of an easement to
construct, operate, and maintain the proposed facilities. The company
would seek to negotiate a mutually acceptable easement agreement. You
are not required to enter into an agreement. However, if the Commission
approves the project, that approval conveys with it the right of
eminent domain. Therefore, if you and the company do not reach an
easement agreement, the pipeline company could initiate condemnation
proceedings in court. In such instances, compensation would be
determined by a judge in accordance with state law.
    Northern provided landowners with a fact sheet prepared by the FERC
entitled ``An Interstate Natural Gas Facility On My Land? What Do I
Need To Know?'' This fact sheet addresses a number of typically asked
questions, including the use of eminent domain and how to participate
in the Commission's proceedings. It is also available for viewing on
the FERC website

(www.ferc.gov) at https://www.ferc.gov/resources/guides/gas/gas.pdf.

Public Participation

    The Commission offers a free service called eSubscription which
makes it easy to stay informed of all issuances and submittals
regarding the dockets/projects to which you subscribe. These instant
email notifications are the fastest way to receive notification and
provide a link to the document files which can reduce the amount of
time you spend researching proceedings. Go to https://www.ferc.gov/docs-filing/ferconline.asp to register for eSubscription.
    For your convenience, there are three methods you can use to submit
your comments to the Commission. The Commission encourages electronic
filing of comments and has staff available to assist you at (866) 208-
3676 or<EMAIL_ADDRESS>Please carefully follow these
instructions so that your comments are properly recorded.
    (1) You can file your comments electronically using the eComment
feature, which is located on the Commission's website (www.ferc.gov)
under the link to Documents and Filings. Using eComment is an easy
method for submitting brief, text-only comments on a project;
    (2) You can file your comments electronically by using the eFiling
feature, which is located on the Commission's website (www.ferc.gov)
under the link to Documents and Filings. With eFiling, you can provide
comments in a variety of formats by attaching them as a file with your
submission. New eFiling users must first create an account by clicking
on ``eRegister.'' You will be asked to select the type of filing you
are making; a comment on a particular project is considered a ``Comment
on a Filing''; or
    (3) You can file a paper copy of your comments by mailing them to
the following address. Be sure to reference the project docket number
(CP20-460-000) with your submission: Kimberly D. Bose, Secretary,
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street NE, Room 1A,
Washington, DC 20426

Summary of the Proposed Project

    Northern proposes to abandon in-place a total of approximately
115.9 miles of its M600A and M590A 24-inch-diameter pipeline and M600J
20-inch-diameter pipeline (collectively referred to as the A-line) from
Clifton, Kansas to Palmyra, Nebraska. Northern also would increase
compression capacity at its existing Beatrice Compressor Station to
replace the lost capacity from the proposed abandonment. According to
Northern, the purpose of this project is to enhance the safety,
security, and operational efficiency of Northern's pipeline system.
Northern stated that its M600A and M590A pipelines, which were
originally placed in service in the 1930s, have substantially
escalating maintenance demands, and the abandonment of this segment of
the A-line would improve reliability and provide for the safer long-
term operation of its system.
    The Clifton to Palmyra A-line Abandonment Project would consist of
the following activities:
     Disconnect the 24-inch-diameter M600A and the 20-inch-
diameter M600J at Northern's existing Clifton Compressor Station;
     disconnect the 24-inch-diameter M590A and the 24-inch-
diameter M600A at Northern's existing Beatrice Compressor Station;
     disconnect the 24-inch-diameter M590A at Northern's
existing Palmyra Compressor Station;
     abandon in-place 54.3 miles of 24-inch-diameter M600A
mainline in Gage and Jefferson Counties, Nebraska, and Washington and
Clay Counties, Kansas;
     abandon in-place 19.9 miles of 20-inch-diameter M600J
mainline in Clay and Washington Counties, Kansas;
     abandon in-place 41.7 miles of 24-inch-diameter M590A in
Otoe, Lancaster, and Gage Counties, Nebraska, between Palmyra and
Beatrice, Nebraska; and
     construct a new 15,900-horsepower turbine driven
compressor unit at Northern's existing Beatrice Compressor Station near
Beatrice, Nebraska.
    The general location of the project facilities is shown in appendix
1.\1\ Following abandonment activities, a non-jurisdictional third-
party salvage company would purchase the pipeline.
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    \1\ The appendices referenced in this notice will not appear in
the Federal Register. Copies of appendices were sent to all those
receiving this notice in the mail and are available at www.ferc.gov
using the link called ``eLibrary'' or phone<PHONE_NUMBER>. For
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Land Requirements for Construction

    Northern would disturb approximately 46.2 acres of land to
disconnect the pipeline and install the additional compressor unit. To
abandon the pipeline in-place, Northern would disconnect and cap the A-
line at six interconnections where it is linked to other system
facilities. The disconnect locations are proposed within existing
compressor station facilities owned by Northern. Northern would
construct the additional turbine at the Beatrice Compressor Station
within the current facility fenceline. No new land would be obtained or
required for the project. The A-line is collocated with other Northern
pipelines, which Northern would continue to operate and maintain.

The EA Process

    The EA will discuss impacts that could occur as a result of the
construction and operation of the proposed project under these general
headings:
     Geology and soils;
     water resources and wetlands;
     vegetation and wildlife;
     threatened and endangered species;
     cultural resources;
     land use;
     air quality and noise;
     public safety; and
     cumulative impacts
    Commission staff will also evaluate reasonable alternatives to the
proposed project or portions of the project, and make recommendations
on how to lessen or avoid impacts on the various resource areas.
    The EA will present Commission staff's independent analysis of the
issues. The EA will be available in electronic format in the public
record through eLibrary \2\ and the Commission's website (https://www.ferc.gov/industries/gas/enviro/eis.asp). If eSubscribed, you will
receive instant email notification when the EA is issued. The EA may be
issued for an allotted public comment period. Commission staff will
consider all comments on the EA before making recommendations to the
Commission. To ensure Commission staff have the opportunity to address
your comments, please carefully follow the instructions in the Public
Participation section, beginning on page 2.
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    With this notice, the Commission is asking agencies with
jurisdiction by law and/or special expertise with respect to the
environmental issues of this project to formally cooperate in the
preparation of the EA.\3\ Agencies that would like to request
cooperating agency status should follow the instructions for filing
comments provided under the Public Participation section of this
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Consultation Under Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation
Act

    In accordance with the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation's
implementing regulations for section

106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, the Commission is using
this notice to initiate consultation with the applicable State Historic
Preservation Offices, and to solicit their views and those of other
government agencies, interested Indian tribes, and the public on the
project's potential effects on historic properties.\4\ The EA for this
project will document findings on the impacts on historic properties
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    \4\ The Advisory Council on Historic Preservation's regulations
are at Title 36, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 800. Those
regulations define historic properties as any prehistoric or
historic district, site, building, structure, or object included in
or eligible for inclusion in the National Register of Historic
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Currently Identified Environmental Issues

    Commission staff have already identified issues that deserve
attention based on a preliminary review of the proposed facilities and
the environmental information provided by Northern. This preliminary
list of issues may change based on your comments and our analysis.
     Air quality and noise impacts; and
     cumulative impacts.

Environmental Mailing List

    The environmental mailing list includes federal, state, and local
government representatives and agencies; elected officials;
environmental and public interest groups; Native American Tribes; other
interested parties; and local libraries and newspapers. This list also
includes all affected landowners (as defined in the Commission's
regulations) who are potential right-of-way grantors, whose property
may be used temporarily for project purposes, or who own homes within
certain distances of aboveground facilities, and anyone who submits
comments on the project. Commission staff will update the environmental
mailing list as the analysis proceeds to ensure that Commission notices
related to this environmental review are sent to all individuals,
organizations, and government entities interested in and/or potentially
affected by the proposed project.
    If the Commission issues the EA for an allotted public comment
period, a Notice of Availability of the EA will be sent to the
environmental mailing list and will provide instructions to access the
electronic document on the FERC's website (www.ferc.gov). If you need
to make changes to your name/address, or if you would like to remove
your name from the mailing list, please return the attached ``Mailing
List Update Form'' (appendix 2).

Additional Information

    Additional information about the project is available from the
Commission's Office of External Affairs, at (866) 208-FERC, or on the
FERC website at www.ferc.gov using the eLibrary link. Click on the
eLibrary link, click on ``General Search'' and enter the docket number
in the ``Docket Number'' field, excluding the last three digits (i.e.,
CP20-460). Be sure you have selected an appropriate date range. For
assistance, please contact FERC Online Support at
<EMAIL_ADDRESS>or<PHONE_NUMBER>, or for TTY, contact (202)
502-8659. The eLibrary link also provides access to the texts of all
formal documents issued by the Commission, such as orders, notices, and
rulemakings.
    Public sessions or site visits will be posted on the Commission's
calendar located at www.ferc.gov/EventCalendar/EventsList.aspx along
with other related information.

    Dated: June 9, 2020.
Kimberly D. Bose,
Secretary.
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SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

[Release No. 34-60785; File No. SR-Phlx-2009-86]

Self-Regulatory Organizations; NASDAQ OMX PHLX, Inc.; Notice of
Filing and Immediate Effectiveness of Proposed Rule Change Relating to
Specialist and Registered Options Traders Allocation and Assignment
Rules

October 2, 2009.
    Pursuant to Section 19(b)(1) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
(``Act''),\1\ and Rule 19b-4 \2\ thereunder, notice is hereby given
that on September 30, 2009, NASDAQ OMX PHLX, Inc. (``Phlx'' or
``Exchange'') filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission
(``SEC'' or ``Commission'') the proposed rule change as described in
Items I, II, and III, below, which Items have been prepared by the
Exchange. The Commission is publishing this notice to solicit comments
on the proposed rule change from interested persons.
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I. Self-Regulatory Organization's Statement of the Terms of Substance
of the Proposed Rule Change

    The Exchange proposes to amend Phlx Rules 501 (Specialist
Appointment), 505 (Allocation, Reallocation and Transfer of Issues),
506 (Allocation Application), 507 (Application for Approval as an SQT
or RSQT and Assignment of Options), and 513 (Voluntary Resignation of
Options Privileges) to clarify and streamline the process for
specialist allocations and Streaming Quote Trader (``SQT'') \3\ and

Remote Streaming Quote Trader (``RSQT'') \4\ assignments, and delete
unnecessary or obsolete language.
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    \3\ An SQT is an Exchange Registered Options Trader (``ROT'')
who has received permission from the Exchange to generate and submit
option quotations electronically in eligible options to which such
SQT is assigned. An SQT may only submit such quotations while such
SQT is physically present on the floor of the Exchange. See Rule
1014(b)(ii)(A). See also Securities Exchange Act Release No. 59995
(May 28, 2009), 74 FR 26750 (June 3, 2009) (SR-Phlx-2009-32)
(approval order regarding enhancements to opening, linkage and
routing, quoting, and order management processes in the Exchange's
electronic options order entry, trading, and execution system PHLX
XL II.).
    \4\ An RSQT is an ROT that is a member or member organization
with no physical trading floor presence who has received permission
from the Exchange to generate and submit option quotations
electronically in eligible options to which such RSQT has been
assigned. An RSQT may only submit such quotations electronically
from off the floor of the Exchange. See Exchange Rule
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    The text of the proposed rule change is available on the Exchange's
Web site at http://www.nasdaqtrader.com/micro.aspx?id=PHLXRulefilings,
at the principal office of the Exchange, and at the Commission's Public
Reference Room.

II. Self-Regulatory Organization's Statement of the Purpose of, and
Statutory Basis for, the Proposed Rule Change

    In its filing with the Commission, the Exchange included statements
concerning the purpose of and basis for the proposed rule change and
discussed any comments it received on the proposed rule change. The
text of these statements may be examined at the places specified in
Item IV below. The Exchange has prepared summaries, set forth in
sections A, B, and C below, of the most significant aspects of such
statements.

A. Self-Regulatory Organization's Statement of the Purpose of, and
Statutory Basis for, the Proposed Rule Change

1. Purpose
    The purpose of the proposed rule change is to amend Phlx Rules 501,
505, 506, 507, and 513 to clarify and streamline the process for
specialist allocations and Streaming Quote Trader and Remote Streaming
Quote Trader assignments, and delete unnecessary or obsolete language.
    After the merger of The NASDAQ OMX Group, Inc. (``NASDAQ OMX'') and
the Philadelphia Stock Exchange, Inc. (now NASDAQ OMX PHLX, Inc.),\5\
the Commission in May 2009 approved a Phlx filing that, among other
things, eliminated the Options Allocation, Evaluation and Securities
Committee (``Allocation Committee'') and transferred all relevant
duties from the Allocation Committee to the Exchange staff.\6\ As a
result, the Exchange administers Rules 500 through 599 (the
``Allocation and Assignment Rules'').
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    \5\ See Securities Exchange Act Release No. 58179 (July 17,
2008), 73 FR 42874 (July 23, 2008) (SR-Phlx-2008-31). See also
Securities Exchange Act Release No. 58183 (July 17, 2008), 73 FR
42850 (July 23, 2008) (SR-NASDAQ-2008-035).
    \6\ Securities Exchange Act Release No. 59924 (May 14, 2009), 74
FR 23759 (May 20, 2009) (SR-Phlx-2009-23)(approval order). The
proposal is similar in nature to previous proposals that, among
other things, sought to more closely align the rules of Phlx and
other exchanges within NASDAQ OMX, such as of The NASDAQ Stock
Market LLC (``Nasdaq''). See, for example, Securities Exchange Act
Release Nos. 59794 (April 20, 2009), 74 FR 18761 (April 24, 2009)
(SR-Phlx-2009-17) (approval order regarding proposal to modify the
process for nominating Phlx Governors); 60431 (August 4, 2009), 74
FR 40265 (August 11, 2009) (SR-Phlx-2009-59) (notice of filing
relating to by-laws, Regulatory Oversight Committee, and referee
program); and 59923 (May 14, 2009), 74 FR 23902 (May 21, 2009) (SR-
NASDAQ-2009-046) (notice of filing and immediate effectiveness
relating to criteria for securities that underlie options traded on
NOM).
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    The Allocation and Assignment Rules generally describe the process
for: application for becoming and appointment of specialists;
allocation of classes of options to specialist units and individual
specialists; application for becoming and approval of SQTs and RQTs and
assignment of options to them; and specialist, SQT, and RSQT
performance evaluations.\7\
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    \7\ The Allocation and Assignment Rules also indicate, among
other things, under what circumstances new allocations may not be
made. See, for example, Supplementary Material .01 to Rule 506
(specialist may not apply for a new allocation for a period of six
months after an option allocation was taken away from the specialist
in a disciplinary proceeding or an involuntary reallocation
proceeding).
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    Rule 501 deals with the process of applying for approval as a
specialist or specialist unit on the Exchange. The Exchange proposes
changes to clarify that the Exchange may prescribe the form and/or
format for the initial application and subsequent application(s). This
proposed change should enhance the uniformity and quality of the
application process.\8\ The information required on such applications
is already established in the rule and is not changed.\9\ The exchange
also clarifies in the rule that upon application by a member
organization to become a specialist, the Exchange may, but is not
required, to approve such organization as a specialist unit.
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    \8\ The Exchange notes that specialist applications are
submitted for various purposes that may include, for example,
requests for approval as new (or returning) specialists or
specialist units, initial approval to be a specialist in a
particular option class, and approval to be a specialist in
additional option classes. The proposed changes should allow the
Exchange to have similar applications for use within the various
types of applicant classes while affording the Exchange flexibility
to modify the form and/or format of such applications and
information requested therein.
    \9\ The information specified in Rule 501 for applications to be
a specialist unit includes the following: (1) The identity of the
unit's staff positions and who will occupy those positions; (2) the
unit's clearing arrangements; (3) the unit's capital structure,
including any lines of credit; and (4) the unit's back up
arrangements.
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    Rule 505 deals with allocating, re-allocating and transferring
options classes on the Exchange. Currently, the rule states that a
specialist unit that receives an allocation in an option must act as a
specialist in it for at least one year. The Exchange is proposing a
change indicating that, instead of an inflexible minimum one year time
period, the Exchange may establish a minimum period that does not
exceed one year (the ``minimum specialist period''). The length of the
minimum specialist period, if one is chosen by the Exchange, will be
indicated by the Exchange when it solicits applications for allocation
of a security.\10\ The Exchange believes that this rule change would
allow the Exchange to more closely tailor minimum specialist periods,
to the benefit of specialists and specialist units as well as the
Exchange.\11\
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    \10\ See Proposed Commentary .01 to Rule 505.
    \11\ As an example, in establishing a minimum period the
Exchange may, among other things, take into account the desirability
of the continuity of a market in a particular class of options.
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    In a similar vein regarding minimum period, the Exchange proposes
to codify in Rule 507 that upon initial assignment of an option to an
SQT or RSQT, the SQT or RSQT may not withdraw from such assignment for
ten or fewer business days after the effective date of assignment. The
Exchange may, however, in exceptional circumstances approve withdrawal
from an option assignment before such period of time.\12\ Where an SQT
or RSQT seeks to withdraw from assignment in an option pursuant to Rule
507, the period of time that must pass between an SQT or RSQT notifying
the Exchange of his or her desire to withdraw from assignment and the
effective date of such withdrawal is reduced from three business days
to one business day.\13\ Additionally, proposed Rule 507(b) states
that, similarly to Rule 501, the Exchange may prescribe the form and/or
format of applications for assignment in an option and the

minimum information to be provided thereon.\14\
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    \12\ As an example, such exceptional circumstances may exist
where, within the week after assignment, the entity whose assigned
security the SQT or RSQT is quoting is acquired by another, thereby
impacting the risk tolerance of the SQT or RSQT and resulting in a
request by the SQT or RSQT to cease the assignment.
    \13\ The Exchange conforms Rule 506 to similarly state that if a
specialist seeks to withdraw from allocation in a security, it
should so notify the Exchange at least one business day prior to the
desired effective date of such withdrawal.
    \14\ Moreover, the information noted in the proposed rule (e.g.
appropriate Exchange account number, requested start date for each
option applied for, and name of member organization) is similar to
information currently requested of applicants.
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    Rule 513 deals with voluntary resignations by specialist units from
allocations of particular options. Currently, the rule states that
barring any specialist performance or disciplinary issues, the option
specialist unit that last traded an option must be given preference in
any future allocation decision regarding the same option. The Exchange
proposes to clarify that while a preference may be given by the
Exchange, the preference will no longer be effective for a one year
period in every instance. This should enable the Exchange to make
better re-allocation determinations by taking into consideration not
only past but also current and prospective factors.
    The Exchange also proposes to delete obsolete language regarding
SQT and RSQT applicants requesting partial options assignments.
Currently, Rule 507 in Commentary .01 allows an SQT or RSQT applicant
to request option assignment by ``root symbol,'' \15\ such that an SQT
or RSQT could effectively request not to be assigned in certain options
within an options class, such as, for example, those emanating from
mergers and acquisitions and spin-offs.\16\ In light of the recent
enhancements and configurations to the Exchange's electronic quoting
and trading system, which is now known as Phlx XL II,\17\ requesting
partial assignments is no longer a feasible alternative for SQTs and
RSQTs and is therefore being deleted.\18\
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    \15\ A root symbol is the options trading mnemonic used for each
option as applied by The Options Clearing Corporation (``OCC'') to
series overlying the same security (depending, without limitation,
on the strike price of the series, the expiration of the series, the
price of the underlying security, and/or mergers and acquisitions
relating to the underlying security). See Commentary .01 to Rule
507.
    \16\ The trend in allocations is, on the other hand, toward
inclusivity of options emanating from mergers and acquisitions and
spin-offs. See Securities Exchange Act Release No. 60455 (August 6,
2009), 74 FR 40857(SR-Phlx-2009-62) (notice of filing and immediate
effectiveness) (providing for automatic allocation of related
options).
    \17\ See Exchange Act Release No. 59995 (May 28, 2009), 74 FR
26750 (June 3, 2009) (SR-Phlx-2009-32) (approval order regarding XL
II).
    \18\ Assignment by ``root symbol'' is not compatible with XL II
system requirements.
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    The Exchange believes that the changes proposed to the Allocation
and Assignment Rules as a whole streamline the rules and make their
implementation more uniform and predictable to the benefit of the
Exchange and market participants such as specialists, specialist units,
SQTs and RSQTs on the Exchange.
2. Statutory Basis
    The Exchange believes that its proposal is consistent with Section
6(b) of the Act \19\ in general, and furthers the objectives of Section
6(b)(5) of the Act \20\ in particular, in that it is designed to
promote just and equitable principles of trade, to remove impediments
to and perfect the mechanism of a free and open market and a national
market system, and, in general to protect investors and the public
interest, by clarifying and streamlining the process for specialist
allocations and SQT and RSQT assignments. The Exchange believes that
its rule change proposal does not engender unfair discrimination among
specialists, specialist units, SQTs and RSQTs in that it clarifies and
streamlines (as well as codifies) allocation and assignment procedures
that are equally applicable to all members and member organizations at
the Exchange.
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    \19\ 15 U.S.C. 78f(b).
    \20\ 15 U.S.C. 78f(b)(5).
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B. Self-Regulatory Organization's Statement on Burden on Competition

    The Exchange does not believe that the proposed rule change will
impose any burden on competition not necessary or appropriate in
furtherance of the purposes of the Act.

C. Self-Regulatory Organization's Statement on Comments on the Proposed
Rule Change Received From Members, Participants, or Others

    No written comments were either solicited or received.

III. Date of Effectiveness of the Proposed Rule Change and Timing for
Commission Action

    Because the foregoing proposed rule change does not: (i)
Significantly affect the protection of investors or the public
interest; (ii) impose any significant burden on competition; and (iii)
become operative for 30 days after the date of the filing, or such
shorter time as the Commission may designate, it has become effective
pursuant to 19(b)(3)(A) of the Act \21\ and Rule 19b-4(f)(6) \22\
thereunder.
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    \21\ 15 U.S.C. 78s(b)(3)(A).
    \22\ 17 CFR 240.19b-4(f)(6). In addition, Rule 19b-4(f)(6)
requires a self-regulatory organization to give the Commission
written notice of its intent to file the proposed rule change at
least five business days prior to the date of filing of the proposed
rule change, or such shorter time as designated by the Commission.
Phlx has satisfied this requirement.
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    At any time within 60 days of the filing of the proposed rule
change, the Commission may summarily abrogate such rule change if it
appears to the Commission that such action is necessary or appropriate
in the public interest, for the protection of investors, or otherwise
in furtherance of the purposes of the Act.

IV. Solicitation of Comments

    Interested persons are invited to submit written data, views, and
arguments concerning the foregoing, including whether the proposed rule
change is consistent with the Act. Comments may be submitted by any of
the following methods:

Electronic Comments

     Use the Commission's Internet comment form (http://
www.sec.gov/rules/sro.shtml); or
     Send an e-mail to<EMAIL_ADDRESS>Please include
File Number SR-Phlx-2009-86 on the subject line.

Paper Comments

     Send paper comments in triplicate to Elizabeth M. Murphy,
Secretary, Securities and Exchange Commission, 100 F Street, NE.,
Washington, DC 20549-1090.

All submissions should refer to File Number SR-Phlx-2009-86. This file
number should be included on the subject line if e-mail is used. To
help the Commission process and review your comments more efficiently,
please use only one method. The Commission will post all comments on
the Commission's Internet Web site (http://www.sec.gov/rules/
sro.shtml). Copies of the submission, all subsequent amendments, all
written statements with respect to the proposed rule change that are
filed with the Commission, and all written communications relating to
the proposed rule change between the Commission and any person, other
than those that may be withheld from the public in accordance with the
provisions of 5 U.S.C. 552, will be available for inspection and
copying in the Commission's Public Reference Room, 100 F Street, NE.,
Washington, DC 20549, on official business days between the hours of 10
am and 3 pm. Copies of such filing also will be available for
inspection and copying at the principal office of the Exchange. All
comments received will be posted without change; the Commission does
not edit personal identifying information from submissions. You should
submit only information that you wish to make available publicly. All
submissions should refer to File Number SR-Phlx-2009-86 and should

be submitted on or before October 30, 2009.

    For the Commission, by the Division of Trading and Markets,
pursuant to delegated authority.\23\
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    \23\ 17 CFR 200.30-3(a)(12).
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Florence E. Harmon,
Deputy Secretary.
[FR Doc. E9-24356 Filed 10-8-09; 8:45 am]

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INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM RESEARCH TRIANGLE INSTITUTE December 1, 2003 To: Project Files From: Kristin Parrish Subject: Web Search for Information on Potential Emissions from Miscellaneous Coating Operations To determine hazardous air pollutant ( HAP) content of miscellaneous coatings applied to plywood and composite wood products ( PCWP), some of the more comprehensive permits in the project files were reviewed and a Web search was performed. Miscellaneous coatings include: edge seals, moisture sealants, anti skid coatings, company logos, trademark or grade stamps, nail lines, synthetic patches, wood patches, wood putty, concrete forming oils, glues for veneer composing, shelving edge fillers, and OSB primers. Attachment 1 summarizes the information obtained from permits on miscellaneous coating HAP content.

The Panel World 2003 Directory/ Buyers' Guide was reviewed to identify companies that produce miscellaneous coatings for the PCWP industry. Once those companies were identified, the websites for these companies were searched for online material safety data sheets ( MSDS) or other information on the HAP content of coatings. Attachment 2 contains summaries of information and various MSDS printed from coating supplier websites.

C:\ dmautop\ temp\ dwcgi 28573 1077652260 482875000. wpd Attachment 1 Summary of Information Obtained from Permits on HAP Content of Miscellaneous Coating Operations Louisiana Pacific OSB, Roxboro, NC ( Potential emissions in parentheses)

C 1: Edge Seal and Stencil Paint: VOC: 1.58 ( 2.76) lb/ hr, 6.91 ( 6.91) ton/ yr Maximum design capacity is 15 gal/ hr ( 103,535 gal/ yr) of orange edge seal from 12 guns, 5.2 gal/ hr ( 7576 gal/ yr) of black stencil paint from 3 guns  both made by Associated Chemists, Inc. Emissions from this source are vented to the press room which vents to the RTOs. Several coatings could potentially be used for the orange edge seal and black stencil paint  combinations in permit represents formulation with greatest emissions VOC components in edge seal are ethanol and glycol ether EB; seal is 41% solids by weight; density: 8 8.4 lb/ gal; volatile density: 0.12 lb/ gal  water based paint, no hazardous ingredients VOC component in stencil paint are amino alcohols, paint is 5.2% solids by weight; density: 7.7 8.8 lb/ gal; volatile density: 0.19 lb/ gal  water based paint, no hazardous ingredients Insignificant Sources: BSI 1: Black Stamp Ink: VOC: 0.01187 ( 0.08) lb/ hr, 0.052 ( 0.052) ton/ yr Associated Chemists, Inc.  Mineral Oil ( 70%) only hazardous ingredient listed in MSDS  oil based paint, MSDS number PF2012 43 Other Insignificant Activities that L P is not required to list ( and why): Nail Line Marking ( No emissions of any regulated pollutant) Red and black nail line ink made by Associated Chemists, Inc. Red Nail Line Ink ( water based paint, PF2303 62) has morpholine ( 1 5%), pigment red 22 ( 1 5%), and propylene glycol n butyl ether ( 2 propanol 1 butoxy) ( 1 5%) Black Nail Line Ink ( water based paint, PF2302 62) has morpholine ( 1 5%) and propylene glycol n butyl ether ( 2 propanol 1 butoxy) ( 1 5%) White Stencil Painting ( No emissions of any regulated pollutant)  no hazardous ingredients listed for High Hide White Stencil Paint ( water based paint, PF 5011 88)  Associated Chemists, Inc. Product and Waste Labeling ( Spray cans have no applicable requirements) Georgia Pacific OSB, Brookneal, VA Point Source: Paint Booth Edge seal coating applied in paint booth  Only PM & PM10 emissions are calculated Max. Process Operation: 8460 hr/ yr Actual Throughput: 101,933 gal/ yr Max. Throughput: 15 gal/ hr, 126,900 gal/ yr Density: 8.97 lb/ gal; 20% solids 65% of paint sprayed actually reaches boards, rest is entrained in exhaust air & emitted to atm.

Associated Chemists, Inc. Blue Ultraseal ( PFX96B21P) Water based paint No Hazardous ingredients Associated Chemists, Inc. High Hide White Stencil Paint ( PFX94M02C) Water based paint No Hazardous ingredients Attachment 2 Summary of Information Obtained from Coating Supplier Websites on HAP Content of Miscellaneous Coating Operations and MSDS Associated Chemists, Inc.  Performance Solutions for the Wood Products Industry http:// www. achemists. com/ " Founded in 1929 as a small manufacturer of insecticides, ACI has grown into an international supplier of coatings and formulated chemicals for specialized industrial markets." Was a subsidiary of L P until December 1999 Products include Sealers, Primers, Forced Cure Coatings, Engineered Wood Coatings, & Marking Inks Have an MSDS " search engine" Other products not listed in trip reports or permits ( no evidence these are actually used): Black Stamp Ink ( Solvent based ink, PF2012 45) has dimethyl glutarate ( 15 40%), polychlorinated alkanes ( 10 30%), dimethyl adipate ( 3 7%), dimethyl succinate ( 3 7%), analine (< 0.5%) Black Stamp Ink ( Water based paint, PFX96K98B) has Dowanol DpnB ( 1 5%) Red Nail Line Ink Conc. ( water based paint, PFX01K96H and PFX02F41A) has dipropylene glycol methyl ether ( 1 5%) Black Nail Line Ink Conc. ( water based paint, PFX02F40A and PFX03C12A) has dipropylene glycol methyl ether ( 1 5%) Black Nail Line Ink Conc. ( water based paint, PFX00A13B) has 1 methoxy propanol ( 1 5%) and triethanolamine ( 0.5 1.5%) ( chemicals on HAP list in red)

Fentak http:// www. fentak. net/ Coatings ( plywood & PB), Dye ( PB & PSF), Putty ( plywood  datasheets available) For many products, no details given  just says " datasheet unavailable, please call" For the ones that do have datasheets, the information is limited to color, viscosity, storage information, percent solids, weight  no ingredients Fentak PY201, PY203: two part putties that cure at room temperature. Part A ( liquid resin)  50% solid; Part B ( powder hardener)  100% solid Laurence David Inc. http:// www. ldavid. com/ Manufacture Synthetic Fillers; Paints; Crayons; Release Agents; Inks  no MSDS or details about individual products other than their intended use.

National Casein http:// www. nationalcasein. com Make chemicals for edge bonding, film / paper overlay / decorative film & foil laminating, and adhesives for finger joining, plywood, veneer, etc. Have a list of products for each application, no MSDS online R& D Coatings Inc. http:// www. rdcoatings. com/ Manufacture " radiation curable finishes for wood, plastic, and metal substrates" including finishes for hardwood floors and " specializes in the development, marketing and manufacture of UV ( Ultraviolet) and EB ( Electron Beam) curable finishes." Wood substrates include: hardwoods, MDF, PB, veneered plywood, and others. Products for wood substrates include fillers, sealers, clear topcoats, and opaque coatings ( most UV or EB)  no MSDS or other product details. Website notes that most UV " products contain little or no solvent ( VOCs) and therefore meet all current and proposed emission requirements, even in the state of California."

Talladega Machinery and Supply Company http:// www. tmsco. com/ Make lumber crayons, lumber wax end seals and paints  mostly deal in machinery and replacement parts U C Coatings Corporation https:// www. uccoatings. com/ Many products water based, some information such as density and storage is given, no ingredients listed End coatings for logs & lumber ( end sealer, end paint for dried lumber, wax based end paint for dried lumber, sample sealer) Coatings for wood products production ( boothcoating/ glue release, hot press release, dried wood parts sealer, edge sealer for dried dimension stock and panels)

Willamette Valley Co. http:// www. wilvaco. com/ Paints & Primers; Composite Board, LVL, & Log Sealers; Water Repellants; Edge Seal and Stencil Paints; Putty, Epoxy, & Synthetic Patching; Inks Product descriptions include percent solids, density, viscosity, pH, storage information  no ingredients No MSDS online, some products say " you must read and become familiar with available information concerning its hazards, proper use, and handling. If you do not have access to a MSDS, please contact your local representative for a copy," others say " no unusual health hazards associated with this product." Tannin Stain Blockers ( Primers)  Solids: 38 ( 2.0 % by weight) Various epoxies  Solids: 100% Water based putties  Solids: High Solids Resin based putty  Solids: 63% +/ 1% Resin based edge seal paint  Solids: 15% ( by weight) Edge seal waterborne paint with a paraffin base ( saw mills)  Solids: 16% by weight Stencil paint/ primer  Solids: > 64% by weight Red disappearing ink  Solids: N/ A Veneer Stripping Ink  Solids: N/ A WVCO Synthetic Patch PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Willamette Valley Company's U 100 Synthetic Patch compound is a two component urethane system that has evolved through the years of formulating and testing in the wood products industry. During the last 10 years U 100 has found extensive uses in up grading plywood panels, filling laminated beams, moldings, door blanks and medium density overlay plywood.

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS Colors: Available in most colors Wt/ Gal: Part" A"= 12.6lbs/ gal Part" B"= 10.3lbs/ gal Viscosity: 2800 cps ± 100cps Mix ratios: 2 ½ : 1 to 6: 1 Shelf Life: 3 months ( mixing may be required after prolonged storage) Set Time: Formulated from 25 seconds to 70 seconds ( 70 mils at 77

F.)

APPLICATION We recommend using Willamette Valley Company's metering Equipment which has been specifically engineered for controlling U 100' s mix ratio, temperature, viscosity, and set time. Also available is Willamette's full service warranty. Under proper surface preparation and mixing conditions, U 100 is fully approved by the American Plywood Association for routed defects up to 2 ¼ " x 6". Check with your Willamette Valley Company representative for directions and recommendations for use.

CAUTION This product is supplied to the customer in a ready to use form requiring proper mixing and dispensing. Care should be taken that the product does not become contaminated with foreign matter. Refer to specific " A" and " B" Material Safety Data Sheets.

Performance of Most Common Polyurethane Patch Formulas PATCH FORULA Ratio Shrinkage Mileage Separation Wood Adhesion MDO/ HDO Hardwood Veneer XU 100 ( Mod.) 6: 1 Good Excellent Excellent Excellent     U 100 EM 6: 1 Fair Excellent Good Excellent     U 100 EM Hot Panel 6: 1 Fair Excellent Good Excellent     U 100 6: 1 Fair Good Excellent Excellent     U 1100 10: 1 Poor Fair Excellent Fair     U 1200 12: 1 Poor Poor Excellent Fair     U 100 M. B. 6: 1 Good Poor Fair Excellent     U 100 M. B. N. S. 6: 1 Good Poor Fair Excellent     U 100 M. B. # 5 6: 1 Good Poor Fair Excellent     U 100 BL2 6: 1 Excellent Poor Poor Good Excellent   U 100 BL3 6: 1 Excellent Poor Poor Good Good   U 100 O. S. 6: 1 Good Poor Poor Good Good   U 100 Knot 3: 1 Excellent Good Excellent Excellent     CU 100 3: 1 Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Fair Excellent Polyurethane Mixing Instructions Equipment needed " A" and " B" components Accurate measuring devices Stiff bladed mixing stick ( tongue depressor, paint mixing stick,...) Vessel large enough for mixing the desired volume without overflow All instruments should be clean and completely dry.

Mixing Instructions 1. Measure the appropriate volume of the resin component as dictated by the ratio of the product ( i. e. 60 ml of resin for a 6: 1 product, 100 ml of resin for a 10: 1 product).

2. Measure the appropriate volume of the isocyanate component as dictated by the ratio of the product ( i. e. 10 ml of iso to be used with the 60 ml of resin for a 6: 1 product, or 10 ml of iso to be used with 100 ml of resin for a 10: 1 product).

3. With a mixing device on hand, put resin component into mixing vessel and add isocyanate.

4. Mix rapidly  be sure to scrape sides and bottom in a rapid fashion: A system for mixing: a. Mix the main body of the material with 10 passes around the mixing vessel. b. Scrape the sides 10 times while rotating the mixing vessel. c. Scrape the bottom 10 times while rotating the mixing vessel. d. Mix the main body of the material with 10 passes around the mixing vessel.

5. Pour the material from the mixing vessel onto the substrate making sure all of the corners of the substrate are filled.