[June Products]

Product Promotions

J.F. Oakes
www.jfoakes.com

J.F. Oakes announces the 50 for 50 Promotion. For every 50 Pro-Pest Rat and Mouse 32-cc syringes purchased, pest management professionals can receive 50 free Minigard Bait Stations. A rebate coupon can be downloaded from the J.F. Oakes Web site under the “PMP Promos” header. There is no quantity limit, and the offer is valid through Dec. 31.

Pro-Pest Professional Baits for Rats & Mice is a blend of food-grade products, seeds and oils to attract bait- and trap-shy rats and mice year round, the company said. The non-toxic lure also offers flexibility, and one product can be used for both rats and mice. Pro-Pest Professional Baits for Rats & Mice does not contain peanuts.

Minigards are rugged, versatile bait stations that can be used in areas that are too tight for other bait stations (behind hot water heaters, refrigerators, in drop ceilings, etc.) and may be used in place of open trays for added security. J.F. Oakes reports. Minigards are best suited in situations where bait protection is required but tamper resistance is not an issue. Pest management professionals may use bait blocks and bait packs as well as gel baits, attractants and tracking powders.

Bayer Environmental Science
www.backedbybayer.com

Bayer Environmental Science recently announced its 2008 “free bait program.” For every 100 pounds or more of TopChoice insecticide purchased until Dec. 31, pest management professionals can receive a free 2-pound bottle of new Maxforce FC Fire Ant Bait.

To take advantage of this offer, PCOs need to complete the “free bait” coupon and return it to Bayer with an invoice showing proof-of-purchase for TopChoice, and the free bait will be shipped immediately.

New Maxforce FC Fire Ant Bait is an ideal choice when used alone or in combination with TopChoice because the bait will control fire ants fast in hard-to-reach areas with the Maxforce Domino Effect, the company reports, and TopChoice will control and prevent fire ant mounds from forming for a full year.

Maxforce FC Fire Ant Bait is available in 2-pound bottles and 10-pound resealable bags and provides effective control of fire ants by delivering the powerful active ingredient fipronil in a unique, low-dose, easy-to-use granular bait.

Products

McLaughlin Gormley King
www.mgkpro.com

Shockwave Fogging Concentrate, new from McLaughlin Gormley King Company, delivers immediate insect control due to the stopping power of its five active ingredients, the company said. Shockwave delivers a combination of two killing agents (pyrethrum and esfenvalerate), two synergists (PBO and MGK 264) and an insect growth regulator. The synergists disrupt insects’ ability to detoxify insecticides and the dual killing agents overwhelm the insects’ nervous system — resulting in immediate control, the company said. The IGR (pyriproxyfen) component interferes with later-emerging insects’ growth and development. The multiple modes of action may also reduce the likelihood of developing resistant populations, the company said. Shockwave also can be used as a clean-out application.

Shockwave is labeled for use in and around food and non-food areas — including food-processing and -handling areas, stored food warehouses, food-service facilities, homes, horse barns, poultry houses and many other areas. Shockwave can be used indoors as a ULV and space spray, contact spray or a thermal fog to control more than 75 insects. Shockwave also can be used outdoors around structures.

Rockwell Labs Ltd
www.rockwelllabs.com

New InTice Smart Ant Gel is available from Rockwell Labs Ltd. Based on several years of research and 200 formulas, new InTice Smart Ant Gel is accepted quickly by a wide range of pest ants, it won’t drip or run (even in hot weather) and ants are able to continue feeding on it in even as it dries, the company said.

InTice Smart Ant Gel is part of the Green Zone family of products and can be used in certified organic facilities, the company said. Look for new countertop displays at local distributors. InTice Smart Ant Gel is individually packaged in fully labeled boxes containing one 1.5-ounce (42-gram) syringe with the plunger installed.

Woodstream Corporation
www.woodstreampro.com

Woodstream Corporation now offers professionals the Havahart Easy Set Live Animal Cage Trap in two sizes: a small trap model #1084 (for rabbits, squirrels and skunks) and a larger size model #1085 (for raccoons, stray cats and groundhogs). Designed to reduce time and labor, these traps can be set quickly and easily with one hand, Woodstream reports. Simply pull the handle back to set the trap or remove the catch. This dramatically simplifies setting the trap when on a roof or in an attic. Made of durable, high-tensile wire mesh, the patent-pending design is lightweight and easy to handle, even with an animal inside.

Batcone
www.batcone.com

Batcone has introduced the new generation of Pro-Cone Multi-Use Professional Wildlife Excluders. The new series of Pro-Cone excluders (Pro-Cone Corner, Pro-Cone Round and Pro-Cone Square) is designed to exclude multiple species, including bats, sparrows, starlings, red squirrels, flying squirrels and small rodents, from residential and commercial structures. Pro-Cone excluders have built-in flanges with mounting holes, are made from polycarbonate and are re-usable. According to Batcone, the excluders are humane and the Pro-Cone Corner is designed with a pre-fixed angle for corner installations.

Paragon Professional Pest Control Products
www.paragonprofessional.com

Paragon Professional Pest Control Products has a new season-long flea control solution: the Triple-Shot Flea Control Cocktail. The Triple-Shot Flea Control Cocktail combines the unique features of Conquer, Nylar IGR and Demize EC for ideal contact and residual control of fleas, the firm reports.
Conquer controls adults fleas for up to 90 days and Nylar IGR prevents eggs and larvae from maturing for up to 120 days. The Cocktail’s “secret ingredient”— Demize EC — kills adult fleas in 15 minutes or less and penetrates the casing to kill the flea pupae, the company said. With the Triple-Shot Flea Control Cocktail, pest management professionals can eliminate fleas with only two or three applications per season, Paragon reports.

Kness
www.kness.com

Kness recently introduced the Stick-All Rat Glue Trap, a professional-grade, pre-baited trap that effectively captures rats, snakes, mice and insects, the company said. A cost-effective addition to any Integrated Pest Management program, Stick-All Rat Glue Traps are easy to use, the company said. Simply peel the protective paper from the glue trap, place near suspected pest harborage sites and dispose of the trap once the target pest(s) is captured. Ideal for use in both residential and commercial settings, Stick-All Rat Glue Traps are available in cases of 48.

A.R.E.
www.4are.com

Truck cap and tonneau cover manufacturer A.R.E. announces the availability of its popular LSX and LSII fiberglass tonneau covers for the 2008 Ford Super Duty. The covers reflect the new hood styling of the 2008 Ford Super Duty, allowing for a better overall fit and appearance on the truck, the company said.

A.R.E.’s LSII Series tonneau comes equipped with a lift assist gas strut system that makes it easy to open and close, the company said. A painted, palm-grip handle blends in with the LSII body for a sleek appearance, and a twist of the wrist easily unlatches the tonneau, the company said. A key lock is standard. Optional equipment for A.R.E.’s LSII fiberglass tonneau includes a battery-operated dome light, sport wing and remote keyless entry system.

LSX Series tonneau covers feature spring-assisted scissor hinge technology that opens the tonneau cover both up and away from the cab at the same time. They also feature an ergonomically designed clamping system that is color-coded, matching the rail of the tonneau cover. Designed with a trimless edge on the fiberglass for a cleaner, more streamlined look, the LSX comes with a 100 percent foss lining to cover the interior and wiring to give the underside a professional finish, the company said. The LSII and LSX covers and painted finishes are backed by a limited lifetime warranty.

Bird-X
www.bird-x.com

According to Bird-X, the firm now offers the world’s first indoor-use bird deterrent laser. It combats the expense, unsightliness and disease associated with birds and their droppings. Bird BLazer uses state-of-the-art “fat beam” laser technology in dozens of constantly changing patterns to disrupt pigeons, sparrows, starlings, swallows and other birds. This one-time purchase covers up to 10,000 square feet, the company said.

Bird BLazer offers new uses for previously proven effective laser technology: plants, warehouses, parking facilities, loading docks, sports arenas, distribution centers, transit facilities and more. This laser is not handheld, but rather operates on 110-volt electricity — 24/7 with no oversight or maintenance required — while incorporating constant change in its output to prevent acclimation, the company said.

The Bird BLazer includes a 6-foot power cord, remote control, two security keys, mounting hardware and instructions featuring an overview of the issues relevant to birds and their droppings, plus tips on bird management.

ADAPCO Environmental solutions
www.myadapco.com

ADAPCO Environmental Solutions introduces its new Guardian line of ULV sprayers. The Guardian 95 ES offers high performance in a compact design that is ideal for less-demanding ULV programs. It is a dependable, professional-quality sprayer with a budget-friendly price, the company said.

The 9.5-horsepower Kawasaki overhead valve engine and 175 CFM Gardner Denver blower delivers leading power and performance, the company said. The 95 ES also offers ADAPCO’s innovative baffle chamber for a quieter operation and a large lockable pump box adding increased accessibility for ease of maintenance and calibration. An optional 8.3-gallon fuel tank can allow for more than 20 hours of run time.

The sprayer also has a 15-gallon formulation tank with a lockable cap; is Vectored Air Atomization Technology (VAAT)-DC-III tested; and has an in-cab remote pendant that provides spray switch control, engine off and hot start ignition.

Reading Truck Body
www.readingbody.com
The new Reading Dump Bodies include the following standard features: a protective steel bulkhead and cab shield, rugged steel floor, high-capacity hoist for 8- to 13-ton capacity and an extra-durable and easy-operating tailgate.
With body sizes ranging from 8 foot, 2/3 yard to 11 foot, 3/4 yard, the new Reading Dump Bodies provide function and durability with heavy-gauge steel construction and the exclusive triple protection rust and corrosion resistant body finish with A-60 galvannealed steel, E-Coat priming and powder coat finish to assure many years of service, the company said.

Reading Dump Bodies come with a three-year warranty and feature standard heavy-duty understructures and double-wall construction steel sides, along with options including tarp covers; red, white, gray or black powder coats; tapered cab shields; steel or aluminum under boxes; coal chute doors in tailgates; and drop plate receiver hitches.

H.D. Hudson Manufacturing Company
www.hdhudson.com

H.D. Hudson’s newest compression sprayer, the 1-gallon Green Garde, is an eco-friendly product, according to the manufacturer. Compared to spraying larger doses of ready-to-use products, or using aerosol sprayers, mixing your own solutions of concentrated chemical and water can help conserve resources and at the same time save pest management professionals money, Hudson reports.

Hudson manufactures its sprayers according to four key measures: the right spray, in the right place, in the right amount, at the right time, the company said.

Maruyama
www.maruyama-us.com

Maruyama U.S. has introduced a five-year commercial warranty for its equipment. The new Maruyama warranty covers all of the company’s engine-powered products. It will protect commercial and industrial users against manufacturing, material and workmanship defects for five years from the date of purchase. Maruyama will continue to warranty the ignition modules and inner drive shafts of trimmers and brush cutters for the lifetime of the products.

The new warranty applies to original purchasers only and is effective on purchases made after Jan. 1. To qualify, the user must also purchase enough Maruyama Premium 2-Cycle Oil Mix to operate the machine throughout the engine optimization period (first 80 hours or 6 gallons pre-mix).

United Spray Systems
www.automist.com

The Auto Mist System can be installed around properties to control mosquitoes and other biting insects. The company offers both digital remote and analog timers to control the motor and pump. Nylon tubing is plumbed from the pump to the misting nozzles, which are most commonly located around the yard, spraying the areas where breeding mosquitoes harbor, lowering the populations. The nozzles emit a fine insecticide mist that eliminates insects, the company said.

Compelling Communications
www.compelcom.com/webpkg.htm

Compelling Communications introduces a new program designed specifically to help pest control companies online — Basic Web Site Packages.
The Basic Web Site Package is intended to make the process of having a Web presence simple. The program does not use template-based Web sites and each site is designed specifically for the client. Services included are: custom design, copy editing, programming, upload and testing of site, e-mail address setup, hosting and domain registration and submission of the site to Google. Such extras as online scheduling, online payment, insect library, photos and maintenance also are available, the company said.

IFW
www.bedslide.com

IFW announces new additions to its Bedslide product, including an easy-to-use handle, improvements to the Contractor Grade model (with an increased weight capacity of 1,800 pounds) and the WeatherDeck model. All models are powder coated and come with a five-year warranty.

The Bedslide makes the entire pickup truck or van bed accessible, and improves worker safety because they no longer have to reach or crawl into the truck to get tools or supplies, the company said.

Simple Blue Box
www.simplebluebox.com

The Simple Blue Box is a new bird repellent system utilizing the science of Rejex-it Fog Force. The technology safely expels birds without mortality from any targeted area where they produce a nuisance, the company said. The Simple Blue Box control unit is located on the ground. The invisible repellent vapor produced by the Simple Blue Box is introduced to targeted locations by patented nozzles fed by flexible tubing. The Simple Blue Box is built with fully automated controls and a one-year manufacturer’s warranty.

The system uses methyl anthranilate, an ingredient widely used in fruit juice, processed foods, perfumes and bubblegum, the company said. Because the vapor is not visible to the birds, they associate the nerve stimulation with the area and avoid it.

Skillers Workwear
www.skillers.com

Skillers Workwear introduces a flexible system of integrated work wear designed to meet the specific needs of skilled professionals. Skillers Worwkear also offers a broad line of accessories, allowing PCOs to customize workwear with pouches and holders for a wide range of tools and equipment. Skillers Holster Pocket Pant is shown at right. The pants feature holster pockets for tools and top-loading kneepad pockets for Skillers’ line of patented, lightweight, anatomical kneepads.

RodoTrak
www.rodotrak.com

The RodoTrak rodent detection and tracking product uses a set of baited rodent detection stations to attract rodents, such as mice, rats, flying squirrels, chipmunks and almost any small rodent. These stations are loaded with non-toxic fluorescent powder that will coat their bodies for tracking using an ultraviolet (UV) flashlight.

The station can be set up indoors or out. The stations contain a fibrous material that is permeated with a powder that completely coats the rodent’s fur when it enters. The material contains enough powder to cover about 15 linear feet outside and farther inside. Once rodents leave the RodoTrak station, they create a trail of powder left as footprints where they walk or “body” prints where they rub against an entry or exit point, the company said.

PestPro Termite Inspection Software
www.pestprotermite.com

PestPro Termite Inspection Software has released its latest version, PestPro Termite 11.8. This version has more than 90 upgrades and enhancements, including new search capabilities; a month-view scheduling system that can be used in addition to the Inspector Weekly Scheduler; the ability to store up to four digital pictures for each report item; and simplified processes to e-mail termite reports, post charges, payments and adjustments to properties, and log chemicals applied at each property.

The new version also gives PCOs the ability to add additional notes to each section of the California-required Notice of Completion form, the ability to print inspector field worksheets automatically when daily schedules are printed and the ability to add late charges to customer accounts automatically during monthly billing.

Innolytics
www.ovocontrol.com

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is the latest state agency to register OvoControl G, a bird contraceptive for ducks and geese. OvoControl provides a safe and humane means to manage Muscovy and Mallard duck populations consistent with an integrated pest bird management program, the company said.

OvoControl is administered to the birds in the form of duck-friendly kibbles as a once-a-day snack. The product is non-lethal and supported by all leading animal welfare organizations including HSUS and PETA, the company said. The use of OvoControl G in ducks does not require a federal permit.

RedMax
www.rodotrak.com

With a maximum pressure of 150 psi and weighing 13 pounds, the RedMax BM40S 4-gallon backpack sprayer was designed for the most demanding commercial users, including pest management professionals. Features like a 20-inch, adjustable brass wand, adjustable brass nozzle and a completely sealed piston design allow PCOs to use aggressive chemicals without leakage problems.

The sprayer’s large pouring mouth prevents overfilling, and reduces the possibility of wet, uncomfortable and unsafe chemicals soaking the straps, the company said. The BM40S features a strainer that prevents clogging; no tools are needed when cleaning the strainer. The sprayer also includes a one-year commercial warranty.

Navman Wireless North America
www.navmanwireless.com

Navman Wireless North America has released its next generation vehicle tracking and logistics software: OnlineAVL2. The system includes three new features: an integrated maintenance module, state mileage reporting and automated e-mail reporting. OnlineAVL2 can help pest management companies manage their fleets to increase efficiency and improve business operation.

The new maintenance module of OnlineAVL2 provides a complete overview and detailed summaries of fleet maintenance activities. The module tracks user-defined maintenance activities such as service dates, times, costs and provider. The Navman Wireless OnlineAVL2’s integrated maintenance module can track all maintenance needs including oil changes, license renewal, inspection, tire rotation and mileage, the company said.

Harnessing the power of high-resolution satellite imagery and high aerial photography, the software provides fleet managers with photo-realistic views of their drivers’ actual surroundings, including support for traditional street-level mapping views, as well as top-down satellite imagery with street and street name overlay, the company said.

Bird-B-Gone
www.birdbgone.com

Bird-B-Gone introduces Bird Jolt FlatTrack. Bird Jolt FlatTrack is a low-profile track system that emits a mild shock to birds as they land on its surface. The shock will not harm birds, but will condition them to avoid the area, the company said. Bird Jolt FlatTrack can be used to deter birds from ledges, signs, I-beams, roof peaks or anywhere birds are landing. The track is made of flexible and lightweight PVC, which carries a five-year guarantee against UV degradation.

Bird Jolt FlatTrack is offered in a variety of colors to match your customers’ locations. Architectural design remains unaffected.

Atrix International
www.atrix.com

Atrix International has introduced its new HEPA-filtered Integrated Pest Management vacuums. They have immediate containment filter cartridges for easy and safe disposal, and their exhaust air is filtered and free of most odors, the company reports. The Express Series IPM vacuums come standard with a true HEPA cartridge filter, 6 feet of clear hose, a 19-inch rubber flexible gooseneck, a crack and crevice tool, two 20-inch extension wands, a 25-foot power cord and a shoulder strap. All accessories fit in the included carrying bag. The vacuum can run on 110- or 220-volt electricity. The vacuum weighs 4 pounds. 

The 19-inch flexible wand is soft and pliable. It is also ESD safe, so the vacuum can be used to safely reach in and behind sensitive electrical components, wall boards, rafters or other hard-to-reach places, the company said. Optional equipment includes floor attachments.