• Ambient Monitoring
• Monitoring Plan Development
• Equipment Installation and Calibration
• Data Management and Validation
• Reporting in State and EPA Formats
• Air Toxics Sampling of Mobile, Industrial, and Biogenic Sources using Canister VOC, Carbonyl Cartridge, and EPA TO Methods
• Remote Interrogation of Stations
• Continuous Monitoring of Criteria Pollutants and Particulate Matter (PM10, PM2.5)
• Meteorological and Air Quality System and Performance Audits
• EPA-Approved Methods
• NIST-Traceable Reference Standards
• Monitoring and Quality Assurance Plans
• Automated Computer Programs for Data Evaluation and Validation
Our professionals provide a full range of monitoring services from design and setup to routine operations, data validation and reporting. Our goal is to offer you technically excellent, cost- effective monitoring systems designed to meet your specific requirements. We provide the latest customized software packages for data monitoring and retrieval. We recommend and install only proven and reliable instrumentation. 
Meteorological Solutions Inc.’s QA/QC programs are designed to ensure that your monitoring data meet EPA and state requirements for completeness, representativeness, precision and accuracy. Our experienced auditors conduct meteorological and air quality performance and system audits using EPA guideline methods and NIST-traceable reference standards. We offer customized software for automated data evaluation and validation to identify monitoring problems quickly and reduce data loss.
Often monitoring data is collected for the purposes of modeling the effect of pollutant emissions on the surrounding area. Meteorological Solutions Inc.’s modeling staff has been assisting clients in applying dispersion models in the western United States and South America for over 15 years. All MSI modelers are meteorologists and have the technical knowledge to perform modeling analyses for continuous, non-continuous, and accidental releases. 

• Audits and Calibrations
• Ambient CO/SO2/O3/HC Analyzers
• Ambient NO/NO2/NOX Analyzers
• PM10, PM2.5 Samplers
• Cylinder Gas Audits (CEMs)
• wind speed/ wind direction
• temperature/ relative humidity
• precipitation/ evaporation
• soil temperature & Moisture
• solar radiation
• System Audits (data loggers & data management procedures)
Trinity has fully equipped trucks for conducting audits, site maintenance or network installations. We have complete inventory of auditing equipment for all major brands of meteorological and air quality equipment including particulate samplers (PM2.5). We stock replacement parts for most meteorological sensors allowing for in-field maintenance. Our experienced auditors conduct meteorological performance and system audits using the latest EPA guideline methods and NIST-traceable reference standards.
Meteorological Solutions Inc. can also provide audits of the data measurement and processing systems. These system audits start at the data logger and track the data from collection to final storage. Data handling and processing procedures are reviewed to ensure that data accuracy and integrity are maintained. When formal audits are not needed, Meteorological Solutions Inc. can offer on-site calibrations and maintenance/repair of most meteorological sensors.

• NRC Compliant Meteorological Towers
• NIST & A2LA Certified Audit and Calibrations Standards
• PSD Compliant Meteorological Towers
• AERMOD-Ready Towers (New/Upgrades)
• All Major Brands of Meteorological Sensors
• Very high data recovery (typically > 99%)
• Simple to Complex Datalogging Systems
• Complete Turn-key Installations
• Customized Real-time Display Software
• Tripods to Tall Multi-level Towers
• Phone Modems/Radio telemetry/ Cell Phones
• Calibration Services
• Single or Multi-station Networks

Trinity Consultants staff has extensive experience in installing meteorological towers and related sensors. We can recommend and install the right meteorological tower, from a tripod to a free-standing or guyed 10-meter tower to a tall tower, or we can use an existing tower. We can also provide the datalogger and telemetry package to work at any location even remote areas using solar panels and cellular phone communications. If you have an existing tower that needs to be upgraded to accommodate the required inputs for the AERMOD model, or need a new AERMOD tower we can assist you.
Trinity Consultants can also provide maintenance and calibration services to keep your station in top condition and collecting accurate data.
We offer our clients customized data acquisition and display software which is tailored to match your exact specifications. We have an inventory of tower sections available and can provide crank-up lifts if OSHA regulations prohibit climbing towers.

• State and Federal Air permit Applications
• New Source Review
• Prevention of Significant Deterioration
• Title V Operating Permits
• Emission Offsets
• Emission Inventories
• BACT, MACT, NSPS, and NESHAP Analysis
• Dispersion Modeling
• Federal and State Agency Negotiations
• Regulatory Review
• Facility Compliance Status Review
• Record Keeping and Reporting

Since the promulgation of the original Clean Air Act, 1990 CAA amendments, and various state requirements, many businesses are faced with complex air permitting issues. In order to simplify the preparation of an air permit application, the professionals at Trinity Consultants have developed a streamlined yet comprehensive approach to preparing air permit applications. From the most routine air permit application to a complex Prevention of Significant Deterioration ( PSD), Non-Attainment New Source Review, or Title V Operating Permit, Trinity has the expertise and experience to assist you in preparing these permits.
Trinity Consultants permitting staff has been assisting clients in preparing air permit applications in the western United States and the Midwest for over 35 years. Our staff has prepared permit applications for a wide variety of facilities including military bases; coal, gold and beryllium mines; international airports; hospitals; hazardous waste and medical incinerators; power generation facilities; oil and gas facilities and distribution terminals; pharmaceutical; aggregate; aerospace and mineral product facilities. Our staff has successfully obtained both federal and state PSD, attainment and non-attainment NSR, and Title V operating permits. 

• Complete Remote Data Management
• Full Data Reporting Services in State and EPA Formats
• Emergency Response Services
• Automated Computer Programs for Data Evaluation, Validation and Quality Assurance
• Meteorological and Air Quality System and Performance Audits
• Monitoring System Restoration and Modernization
• Site-specific Data Management and Display Software

Our professionals can provide you with total remote data management capabilities. From our Salt Lake City offices we can routinely interrogate and download your meteorological and air monitoring data, subject these data to a series of quality assurance checks, and quickly catch any system malfunctions. We have several in-house meteorologists and air quality specialists who will examine your data carefully to assure accuracy and completeness.
Our staff have the capabilities to provide fast and reliable emergency response services for all of your ambient monitoring equipment and data acquisition hardware. Our field service trucks are stocked with calibration instrumentation for all major brands of monitoring equipment.
Trinity Consultants QA/QC programs are designed to ensure that your monitoring data meet EPA and state requirements for completeness, representativeness, precision and accuracy. Our experienced auditors can conduct meteorological and air quality performance and system audits using EPA guideline methods and NIST-traceable reference standards.
We can design software which displays your meteorological or air quality data in a meaningful, intuitive fashion. We can provide clients with software which will automate downloading of data from remote monitoring sites, perform quality assurance checks on the data, generate a quality assurance report, produce time parameter plots of the data, and archive the data for future reference. With our software packages we have been able to offer clients extremely high data recovery for their ambient monitoring projects. 

• Designed to Work with Meteorological and Ambient Monitoring Networks
• Real-time Displays
• Windrose Displays
• Customer Defined Screen Displays
• AIRS Reporting • Dispersion Model Modules
• Historical Data Reviews
• Statistical Analysis
• Simple Configuration – reads ASCII files
• Automated Alerts and Alarms
• Windows 9X/2000/XP

Commercially available software packages often do not contain features that are needed by our clients or the required software may simply not exist. Trinity Consultants can design specialized software tailored to your specific requirements. Applications include, but are not limited to, data acquisition, data management, database manipulation, quality assurance, and real-time graphical representations.
Trinity Consultants can design software which displays your meteorological or air quality data in a meaningful, intuitive fashion. We can provide clients with software which will automate downloading of data from remote monitoring sites, perform quality assurance checks on the data, generate a quality assurance report, produce time parameter plots of the data, and archive the data for future reference. With our software packages we have been able to offer clients extremely high data recovery for their ambient monitoring projects and the ability to view their data in exactly the manner they want.

• Near-Field Impacts
• Long-Range transport
• Visibility Assessments (plume and haze)
• Class I and II Increment Analyses
• Secondary Pollutant Formation
• deposition (wet and dry)
• PSD and AQRV Impacts

Our staff have the critical combination of both extensive programming experience and exhaustive knowledge of meteorological data to provide our clients with unsurpassed modeling capabilities.
Trinity has  extensive CALPUFF/CALMET experience including three computer programmers on staff to reformat meteorological data files for use by CALMET. Trinity also has four meteorologists on staff to quality assure the model input data. We have an in-house library of upper air and surface meteorological data and use the latest visualization software to compile and quality assure the extensive meteorological datasets. Our permitting staff have extensive experience interfacing with the Federal Land Managers and EPA and have submitted and obtained approval of numerous modeling protocols. 

Trinity Consultants staff has been assisting clients in applying dispersion models in the western United States and South America for over 15 years. Our modelers are meteorologists and have the technical knowledge to perform modeling analyses for continuous, non-continuous, and accidental releases. Our staff has designed numerous model validation field studies and in using the models has come to understand their limitations.
Trinity Consultants modelers are equipped with Intel Core 2 Quad-CPU over-clocked processors workstations to minimize run times and maximize “what-if” scenario times. We also use a scanner for producing modeling backgrounds from aerial photographs. 

• TSP/ PM10
• Concentration Calculations
• Standard 8X10 or 47 mm filters
• Pre- and Post-Weighs
• Complete Chain-of-Custody
• Independent Balance Certification
• Gravimetric Analysis
• Glass Fiber, Quartz Fiber, Teflon Filters
• Source Testing Media
• Data Validation
• Data Reporting in State and EPA formats
• Additional Analyses Available

Trinity Consultants personnel have been providing gravimetric services to numerous clients throughout the United States for approximately 20 years. All weighing activities are performed in accordance with the applicable EPA reference method. Trinity provides NIST traceable measurements in an environmentally controlled laboratory. The analytical balance is calibrated daily with NIST traceable standards and is serviced at least once per year by an independent balance service. Our analytical balance has a minimum resolution of 0.1 mg and a precision of 0.5 mg.
Trinity Consultants has strict quality assurance procedures in place to provide accurate weighing results. Filters are equilibrated in a constant temperature and humidity environment for at least 24 hours prior to weighing. Temperature and humidity conditions are set daily to NIST traceable standards. The balance is zeroed and calibrated prior to any weighing activities. At least ten (10) percent of all clean and exposed filters are audited. Complete laboratory weighing procedures are available upon request.

• Site-specific climatologies
• Vertical Wind Profiles for Wind Power Generation Projects
• Wind and Snow Loading
• On-site Data Management and Restoration
• Database Development
• Wind rose Development
• 1 to 1000 Year return period Calculations
• Frost Free Periods
• Growing seasons
• Severe Weather Occurrences
Trinity Consultants has access to data from thousands of domestic and international weather reporting stations. These data comprise both surface and upper air measurements and include temperature, precipitation, and wind information. Some stations also archive solar radiation, stability, cloud cover, humidity, and snowfall data. Through statistical techniques, reliable climatological information can be produced for almost any site-specific area, and weather parameter.
We also provide site-specific weather forecasts of most weather parameters. Our staff of meteorologists have considerable experience in investigating, compiling, and presenting historical weather information in graphical and tabular displays that can be quickly utilized by the client. Site-specific climatologies are our specialty. Wind loading, snow loading, extreme precipitation amounts and return periods for severe weather phenomena are a few of the parameters we can provide our clients.
To understand how weather can affect retail sales, an accurate climatology can be used to produce statistical correlations of temperature, wind, rain, and snow with buying trends and sales volume. When combined with a long-term weather forecast, this information can help businesses effectively manage distribution of seasonal inventory.

• Customized reformatting of surface and upper air data
• Develop dispersion modeling upper-air files (TD-6201)
• Develop dispersion modeling surface met files (CD-144)
• CALMET/CALPUFF file generation – SURF.DAT, UP.DAT, GEO.DAT, Ozone.DAT, PRECIP.DAT
• Site climatologies, return period estimates using on-site data
• Data base development from electronic records or from hardcopy using OCR technology
• Near real-time surface and upper-air data available
• Quality checks on raw data
• Missing data estimates

Trinity Consultants has a large up-to-date database of surface and upper-air data. This information can be easily accessed and reformatted to our clients specifications. These data can then be used to develop climatologies by the client or through our climatology services. Dispersion models require specific formatted meteorological data, both surface and upper-air measurements. These files are developed using the appropriate locations and time periods as required by the client, state or federal agency.
Trinity Consultants performs quality assurances data checks and fills missing data using data substitution techniques as outlined in the document, “Procedures for Substituting Values for Missing NWS Meteorological Data for Use in Regulatory Air Quality Models”.
Our in-house software is archiving surface surface meteorological data on an hourly basis and upper-air data every 12 hours from the United States and international sites. This unique capability allows TRINITY CONSULTANTS us to provide our clients with the most current meteorological data sets available anywhere.
In addition to data reformatting services our professionals can provide you with total remote data management capabilities. From our Salt Lake City offices we can routinely interrogate and download your meteorological and air monitoring data, subject these data to a series of quality assurance checks, and quickly catch any system malfunctions. We have several in-house meteorologists and air quality specialists who will examine your data carefully to assure accuracy and completeness.

• Expert Testimony
• Site-Specific Forecasts
• Construction Forecasts
• Special Event Forecasts
• Recreation Forecasts
• Short- and Long-Term Forecasts

Trinity Consultants develops specialized forecasts by working closely with our clients and listening to their needs. We continuously monitor incoming weather information, including the latest ambient conditions, computer models, NEXRAD radar and satellite images and with this data our experienced meteorologists provide accurate site-specific weather forecasts for the clients customized needs.
Trinity Consultants provide clients with short- or long-term forecasts, covering the usual parameters of temperature, wind, and precipitation. In addition we can produce forecasts for unusual parameters such as solar radiation, temperature and winds aloft, and inversions. Items that the National Weather Service does not normally distribute.
Forecasts can be routed to our clients by several methods. These are determined by the clients needs, and include phone, FAX, e-mail or from a password-protected FTP site. With two Certified Consulting Meteorologists and six forecast meteorologists on staff who have years of forecasting and climatological experience, we can provide expert testimony on specific past weather events. Forensic meteorological information such as sunrise/sunset times, precipitation type and amount, temperature ranges, and wind speeds are available to recreate weather conditions during a specific event.

• Site-Specific Short to Medium-Range Forecasts (1 to 10 days)
• Output from Several Numerical Models Available (MRF, AVN, ETA, many others)
• Client-defined Forecast Parameters and Locations
• Proprietary Interpolation Algorithms used for Increased Resolution
• FTP or Automatic E-mail Transfer of Customized Forecast Data
• Model Verification Tracked by In- house Meteorological Staff
• Tailored Forecasts to Meet Your Exact Needs
• Extensive Quality Assurance Measures
• Elevation Corrections for Site-Specific temperature Forecasts
• Personalized Consulting Available
The staff at Trinity Consultants can provide site-specific medium-range weather forecasts. Our experienced staff of meteorologists and computer programmers work together to offer our clients unique site-specific forecasts of numerous meteorological variables. Using a proprietary software package, We can reformat output data from several popular numerical models into usable, site-specific information and deliver these data in a timely manner to your e-mail address. Alternatively, you can download these data from our FTP site.

Numerous forecast parameters are available including:
• Minimum Temperature
• Maximum Temperature
• Cloud cover
• Heating/Cooling Degree Days
• Probability of precipitation/Snowfall
• Wind speed (Surface and Aloft)
• Evaporation
• Solar radiation
• Relative humidity

• Precise Site- and Time-Specific Forecasts
• Medium Range (Four to Ten-Day) Forecasts
• Site Climatology Development for Long-Range Planning
• On-Site ” nowcasting”
• Exact Sunrise/Sunset Data
• General Weather Consultations
• Forecasts can be issued via phone, fax, e-mail or FTP transfer.

Trinity Consultants staff can provide the motion picture and television production industry with accurate, site-specific, short-term forecasts tailored to your schedule. We can provide medium-range forecasts (four to ten days out) which can be used for planning purposes. For periods beyond ten days, we can develop a climatology for any specific location which can provide you with information on normal weather conditions. When your needs dictate, Trinity can provide an on-site meteorologist to monitor weather conditions and provide “Nowcasts” to assist you in making critical decisions. We are also available for consultation on weather matters as they relate to your film’s story line.
If you are looking for specific weather conditions for your shoot (snow, fog, rain, etc), Trinity can alert you to the time when these conditions will likely develop. Correct decisions based on good weather information can save you time and money. However the weather affects your schedule, Trinity is able to help you prepare for, or make successful use of the predicted weather.
Trinity Consultants meteorologists are professionals, who are skilled in weather forecasting in the western United States. Trinity will provide you with the most accurate and detailed site and/or time-specific weather forecasts available to allow you to make better, more informed decisions. Forecast costs are based on the number of forecast days and sites, not on the number of forecasts issued. Forecast parameters include: Temperatures, precipitation, winds, sky conditions and many others. You can begin to receive forecasts four days in advance of the day(s) of interest. Forecasts will be issued by 10 A.M. Mountain time and can be sent via phone, fax, e-mail or FTP transfer.

• High-resolution data (up to 50 hertz)
• Field-ready mobile monitoring laboratory
• On-board data acquisition with real-time displays and GPS location
• 10-meter crank-up tower to support multi- level measurements – single person operation
• 3-dimensional wind measurements (U, V & W)
• Optional measurements such as temperature (delta-t), solar and net radiation, and pressure
• Optional tracer (SF6) capabilities (10 ppt LDL)
Trinity Consultants staff have over 20 years of experience in making Micrometeorological field measurements in support of urban field programs and transport and dispersion studies. We have been involved with numerous model validation studies and atmospheric tracer programs.
Our staff of meteorologists and computer programmers can provide you with very knowledgeable field personnel. We have a complete complement of independent calibration and audit standards to insure that measurements are accurate and defensible.
Trinity Consultants has conducted field measurements of meteorological variables in support of a wide range of micrometeorological studies. These data have been used by both federal and private concerns to assist with chemical and biological hazard research and for transport and dispersion studies.

Our field experience can support your project in the following ways:
• Project-defined sampling configurations (client can specify exact measurement needs)
• Quick field deployment times
• Logistical support (local permits, right- of-way access, interface with local officials)

• Stack Plume and Fugitive Emissions Mapping
• Dispersion Model Validation
• Source Contribution Quantification
• Pollutant Concentration Estimates
• Destruction Rate Efficiency Testing
• Leak Detection Studies
• Building Airflow/Exchange Rates
• Indoor Air Quality
• Meteorological Investigations
• Assessment of Existing Monitoring Sites
• Placement of New Monitoring Sites
• Aircraft/Mobile Van/Stationary Sampling for tracer Gas
Atmospheric tracer studies give an accurate, detailed database of the dispersion and movement of a released gas under specific meteorological situations. Tracer studies are used to validate dispersion models, quantify source contribution to ambient pollution concentrations, and understand the dispersion of stack emissions. Tracer studies can also be used to examine air movement within a building, document building exchange rates, and determine if external emissions are accidentally being recirculated through ventilation systems. Trinity Consultants scientists are recognized as world leaders in tracer study technology.
Trinity Consultants staff has performed numerous tracer projects in the United States and abroad over the past fifteen years. The extensive experience of our staff in the design and implementation of tracer studies assures our clients of successful field programs. Our staff has performed model validation, monitoring site assessment, source apportionment, and transport and dispersion tracer studies.