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July 9, 2008
Dear Valued Customer:
The U.S. wire rope manufacturing industries has faced some interesting and
very difficult times over the past years. We have constant pressure to
provide the most cost effective products to our customers while facing the
most unforeseen and uncontrollable rise in costs, component costs, and
service expenses. Over the past year, we have been forced to accept
significant increases in cordage, lubrication, and other material costs,
as well as increases in liability and property insurances. Labor costs,
such as health care, and other manufacturing and distribution costs
continue to rise as well.
Wirerope Works, Inc., has aggressively pursued cost reduction programs
throughout its operations as a major company goal and strategy. However,
the rising manufacturing and distribution costs continue to outpace our
efforts. Therefore, effective with all shipments on or after August 1,
2008 WW will implement an approximate 5.6% increase on all products. New
price schedules will be available on our
web site as soon as they are updated.
WW appreciates its loyal customers and their continued support. Please
contact any WW personnel should there be any questions.
Sincerely,
William T. Austin
Director of Marketing

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