ACE INDUSTRIES LLC - Primary Metal Facility in Gerald, Missouri

ACE INDUSTRIES LLC is a primary metal facility located at 600 West Industrial Drive in Gerald, Missouri, United States. The plant is operational and classified under NAICS codes 331111 (Iron and Steel Mills), 332812 (Metal Coating, Engraving, and Allied Services), and 332813 (Electroplating, Plating, Polishing, Anodizing, and Coloring). This indicates a diverse range of metal processing activities, from primary steelmaking to surface finishing. As a primary metal facility in the United States, ACE INDUSTRIES LLC operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This includes compliance with the Clean Air Act (CAA) for emissions, the Clean Water Act (CWA) for wastewater discharges, and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) for hazardous waste management. The facility is also subject to Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) reporting under Section 313 of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA), which requires disclosure of toxic chemical releases. The plant's location in Franklin County, Missouri, places it in a region with a mix of industrial and agricultural activities. Its proximity to the community of Gerald underscores the importance of environmental management to minimize impacts on local air and water quality. The facility's role in the metal supply chain contributes to the regional economy while necessitating robust pollution control measures.

The facility is situated in Franklin County, Missouri, an area characterized by a mix of rural and industrial land use. Primary metal facilities like ACE INDUSTRIES LLC can generate emissions of particulate matter, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen oxides from furnaces and metal processing. Wastewater may contain heavy metals and acids from plating and coating operations. The plant's proximity to Gerald requires careful management of air and water discharges to protect community health and local ecosystems.