Technical information of Pest Control, insects, insecticide.
Two exciting new innovations from Sundew Solutions are set to change the way inseciticidal dusting is done in Australia: 1. StarrdustPRO DUCKBILL Duster, 2. StarrdustPRO ‘ONE-SHOT’ 400g pod. Pest controllers have complained about how messy and time wasting decanting insecticidal dusts is ever since they became available to the industry. Sundew now has the…
After a recent review of the “Prior to Purchase Specialist Timber Pest Inspections Code of Practice”, AEPMA is pleased to announce the release of the 3rd Edition of this Code, which can be viewed on the AEPMA website. Link: https://aepma.com.au/codes-of-practice Following changes at Standards Australia, AEPMA has developed the Codes of Practice to better reflect the…
Flexibility is the name of the game in pre-construction treatments and the arrival of Greenzone on the market gives pest managers a new, multipurpose product that will save time and money on site, whilst delivering long lasting termite protection. Greenzone is a termite barrier, an insect barrier and an expansion joint filler in one! The…
The first non-staining*, odourless, broad spectrum, general insect control product for indoor and outdoor use. Seclira® WSG represents the most significant innovation in general insecticide technology for over 20 years. Seclira WSG is the industries’ first non-staining, odourless, broad spectrum, non-repellent general insect control product for indoor and outdoor use. Seclira WSG, has been…
HERBICIDE SOLUTIONS FROM PCT Richard Murray Manager (Research and Development) PCT International Pty Ltd Weeds are so common and widespread, especially in spring and summer, and yet the general public do not fully appreciate their significance in terms of losses or control costs. In pest control we often encounter weed control in both agricultural and…
GEL BAITS Gel baits have greatly improved cockroach and ant control, but they can be expensive. Applying baits requires a skilled Service Technician and cost conscious Service Manager. As with any pest control strategy, technician time and material costs are the most important variables. The cost of application equipment is small, but it can be…
Recently I had a the great displeasure of having to deal with a flea problem at home, not having performed a flea treatment for years, I thought I’d better brush up on my knowledge and consulted the Bayer website. Further to this I accessed the Bayer Amplify website where I found a great refresher course.…
The latest addition to the BASF Rodent Solutions portfolio, Storm® Soft Bait Rodenticide, has been developed into a unique, high oil content, soft bait formulation for unsurpassed efficacy even in the most difficult to control situations. Unlike other soft baits, Storm Soft Bait is formulated at the equivalent concentration as Storm Wax Blocks, resulting in…
Most chemicals leave residues in tanks, hoses, filters and nozzles, and even small amounts of residues can carry over to the next job. Residues can cause blocked filters, equipment erosion and uneven spray patterns. With the high cost of delays on the job, incorrect application rate or spray patterns and call backs; taking the time to use the…
INTRODUCTION Deadline Rodenticide Paste is currently in use throughout the world providing excellent control against rodent pests. Deadline Rodenticide Paste is formulated to be palatable to rodents, easy to use, effective and to minimise any risk to the environment and non-target organisms. PALATABILITY AND EFFICACY Deadline Rodenticide Paste has been developed specifically to control…