Lamp Reclaiming Program Palmer Electric Technology Energy Services, realizing the need for recycling fluorescent lamps has researched the disposal and recycling industry to find the most economical and safe means to handle these potentially dangerous items. Through our intensive research we have found that the best option is recycling. Through a strategic business partnership and with state registration we are qualified to recycle lamps, ballasts, computers, monitors and televisions and other electronic equipment in a fully approved manner meeting all EPA requirements. For all questions and concerns call (406) 543-3086.   Recyclable Items - call for pricing Lamp Type/Item Description Fluorescent straight U-Tubes HID Metal Halide Mercury Vapor Sodium Vapor Compact Fluorescent UVA Bulbs Mercury T-Stat Bulbs Ballasts (per LB) Computer Monitors Electronic equipment - i.e. computers, cell phones, hand held devices TVs - All sizes   Recycling Details Pick-up is available (Missoula area only) Dockage charges may apply Box charges may apply Please do not tape lamps together!   Electronics Recycling Program The Problem As computer technology evolves, equipment is retired at an ever increasing rate. The EPA has estimated that by 2004 more than 315 million computers will become obsolete throughout the nation. It has been estimated that over three quarters of all computer equipment ever purchased in the US is now being stored in office closets, basements, garages and storage units throughout the country (Silicone Valley Toxics Coalition). Discarding old electronic equipment in landfills or incineration not only wastes valuable resources but also releases potentially hazardous materials in the environment via leachate and toxic air emissions. Materials Recovered Used and obsolete computer equipment contain many valuable resources that are economically viable for recycling and reuse. However, many of these computer components may contain toxic materials that could be released to the environment if not handled properly. For example, while printed circuit boards contain copper, silver and gold they also contain mercury, poly-vinyl chloride (PVC), and brominated flame retardants. In addition, the plastic shell of the monitor is sent to a reprocessing plant where it is palletized and made into recycled plastic feed-stock. The CRT is sent to a secondary smelter where it is processed and made available for reuse in new monitors. De-manufacturing Process The process separates CRTs and other computer equipment into component parts; leaded glass, precious and non-precious metals, plastics, circuit boards, motors, and so forth, making the residuals available to recyclers both locally and nationally. Through this process we can reduce our demand for raw materials and energy, reduce the burden on regional landfills, and reduce the amount of hazardous materials entering our environment.