[Lowfer] ANY: Flourescent lamp will possibly cost more soon

[Andy - KU4XR]

Hi all: Just for the sake of passing along some possibly useful information.
I received this email from the company I purchase all types of bulbs from.
I have copied just the informational text portion. The video is interesting.
73 to all:
 
 
 
Atlanta Light Bulbs strives to provide our customers with the most efficient, high quality and innovative products in the industry, particularly our energy-saving fluorescent lamps. 
Currently China has one-third of the global rare earth deposits. China also processes 95% of the world's supply. The Chinese government strictly controls the production and distribution of these rare earth deposits and has drastically reduced the amount that can be exported to other countries. This has caused the cost of phosphor, used to manufacture fluorescent and compact fluorescent lamps to skyrocket by more than 1000% in the past 90 days. 
Effective July 8th, Atlanta Light Bulbs will be issuing an interim price increase on all fluorescent lamps. Increases will vary depending on the amount of phosphors in the lamp. All quotations prior to July 1, 2011 will need to be requoted. No other product categories will be affected at this time. However, future price increases are expected in the coming weeks and months. 
Atlanta Light Bulbs has worked diligently to keep up with the latest developments. We have created a link on our website to keep you informed on market conditions regarding rare earth elements. For up to date information and to watch a video regarding the topic please visit www.atlantalightbulbs.com/rareearth. 　 


Andy - KU4XR