Why recycle fluorescent lamps?
It is Illegal for most firms to discard fluorescent lamps in the trash! A fluorescent light tube in your dumpster may be a violation of the hazardous waste laws. Voilation of these laws can result in large fines and criminal prosecution. Fluorescent lamps contain a small quantity of mercury and become hazardous waste when they no longer work. Mercury can pose a hazard to human health or the environment when improperly managed. Due to this concern, the federal EPA and state environmental services have developed policies on used fluorescent lamps that promote recycling, pollution prevention, and safe handling methods. The Recycling Proccess: The USA Lights Model 2000 Fluorescent and HID Lamp Processing Machine, used by American Lamp Recycling, is specifically designed and engineered to meet strict operating requirments. The result is a totally self contained, continuous flow process for recycling of all types of fluorescent and HID lamps. All lamp processing is completed, as required und
