March 14, 2011
Japan Earthquake, Update Regarding Panasonic Plant(s)
Matrix USA Inc., a supplier of PCB materials to North America, offers the following update regarding the Earthquake in Japan. Only products sourced from Japan are affected by this event. These products include R1515, R1577, R2125, R5715, R5725, R5775 and RF775. Products sourced from Taiwan are NOT affected; these include R1755V and R1566W.
Matrix currently stocks considerable inventory in our North American warehouses. Please call us to confirm your requirements.
Open orders can be expedited commencing March 18th, 2011, as the phone lines are overloaded at present. Please contact Jeff Cassell (800) 668-5447 for more information.
“Today, I spoke with several of our Panasonic counterparts in Japan (PEW Division). They reported to me that neither employees nor their families have suffered injuries as a result of last Friday’s earthquake. The factories in Koriyama suffered only slight damage such as fallen ceiling tiles. No damage to production equipment was reported. Other factors that may impact the delivery of Panasonic Products to NA include:
- The roads and bridges to Narita Airport are damaged
- The roads to Yokohama Ocean Port have been damaged
- It will take one (1) week to fully inspect plant operations
- We expect a two (2) week delay in our supply cycle from Japan
Matrix will provide another written update on Friday March 18th. On behalf of Matrix and all Canadians, we extend our sincerest condolences to the people of Japan”, said Kieran Healy, President at Matrix USA.
