Abstract: An apparatus and method for dispersing a volatile composition, which comprises dispersing the composition into an air stream and generating an ion wind, thereby causing the molecules of the composition to become electrically charged. The composition can be an insect repellent, an insecticide, an anti-microbial, an anti-allergenic or a room-fragrancing composition.

Abstract: An apparatus for eradicating pests through the use of heat. The apparatus utilizes a chamber, container or contained environment. The chamber can be made from an existing structure or converted from a previously-used container (e.g., a trailer that is pulled by a tractor truck, i.e., an eighteen-wheeler). The apparatus employs heated. air, preferably under controlled conditions, to eradicate pests.

Abstract: Termite foods mixed together in a matrix suitable to be used as baits and attractants for termites are provided. They comprise cellulose, naphthalenic compounds, water and potentially other termite-preferred nutrients. Methods of monitoring the presence of termites using such matrices and methods of controlling termites using such matrices to deliver termite toxins are also provided.

Abstract: A method of eradicating pests by the controlled application of heat for a predetermined period of time.

Abstract: A core hole plug assembly for covering and sealing a hole in a paved surface, wall or other structure. The core hole plug assembly includes: a cover plate, a resilient expansible cylindrical plug, a compression plate, and a bolt and nut assembly for moving the compression plate relative to the cover plate to expand or reduce the outside diameter of the expansible plug. The compression plate is permanently secured to a lower end portion of the expansible plug and, preferably, the upper end of the expansible plug is permanently secured to the underside of the cover plate.

Abstract: Arrangement and application for executing control measures against vermin either directly or indirectly via objects giving shelter to the vermin, e.g. substrates of substances. The control measure is based on the rate of cooling the vermin, object, etc., with the help of dry snow particles to which smaller and larger sizes are allocated within a selected range of sizes and velocities are allocated within a selected range of velocities. The arrangement and the application arc associated with advantages in the sense that environmentally friendly and rapid control is achieved, and in that an effectively functioning cooling system is obtained, which, by the gradual supply of snow, executes cooling through different velocities and sizes of the snow particles. Rapid cooling of a defined target can be obtained in this way. In an initial phase the small snow particles contribute most to the cooling by sublimating and giving off cold rapidly.

Abstract: The method and the system are applicable in household activities, healthcare, industry, agriculture, forestry, etc. for exterminating pests, weeds and pathogens. The system performing the method comprises a source of lethal impact which is a microwave generator (1) with a microwave guiding element (2) directed so as to face an antenna (3). The microwave generator (1) is placed by means of three supports (4) in the focus area of the antenna (3). The control input of the microwave generator (1) is connected to the output of a control unit (5) whose power supply input is connected to a power unit (6).

Abstract: An invention is disclosed whereby an assurance agreement with a building owner is made for annual or other periodic insect inspections. Monitors are placed within the treatment zone and annual or other required inspections are thereafter made to determine insect activity and to evaluate termiticide effectiveness. Appropriate corrective action as necessary is taken to protect the building from damage caused by insects such as termites.

Abstract: Below ground kits for controlling arthropods such as termites, ants, and roaches. A first embodiment fills a chamber with a food and places it adjacent to an arthropod population such as termites, so that live termites can then enter the entrance/exit of the tube to reach the food. Once termites are inside the tube, a non-edible foraging matrix, such as a disc of loose soil, sand, rocks, shale, and gravel that is treated with a slow acting and non-repellant toxicant, is placed between the food in the chamber and the termite entrance/exit. Termites are forced to pass through and disperse the slow-acting and non-repellent toxicant through their tunnels and living space in order to kill termites over time.

Abstract: A pesticide application system includes an anchor conduit and a dispensing tube for dispensing a pressurized fluid pesticide into an interior cavity of a hollow wall. The anchor conduit functions to convey a pressurized fluid pesticide from an outside surface of the hollow wall into the interior cavity of the hollow wall and anchors the pressurized fluid pesticide dispensing tube to the hollow wall. The anchor conduit has an opening at an outer end for connecting the system to a pressurized fluid pesticide dispenser. The dispensing tube is mounted on an inner end of the anchor conduit to dispense pressurized fluid pesticide into the wall cavity. The anchor conduit of the system may be placed directly in the wall, in a cover plate on the wall or in a utility cover plate on the wall or the anchor conduit may be an integral part of a cover plate on the wall.

Abstract: A subsurface pesticide injection system for use in combination with a structure having a footing formed in a base soil, a stem wall formed on the footing and defining a perimeter of the structure, a fill material disposed on the base soil within the perimeter of the stem wall, and a concrete slab formed on the fill material is provided. The concrete slab has openings extending therethrough. The subsurface pesticide injection and fluid extraction system comprising includes a tubular conduit disposed adjacent the foundation of the structure. The tubular conduit has a sidewall and a plurality of tortuous pores extending through the sidewall of the tubular conduit.

Abstract: There is disclosed an improved insect bait station and a method of treating insects with a toxicant. The improved insect bait station comprises a screw-shaped body and a top. The screw-shaped body at least partially defines a toxicant/bait-receiving chamber and defines at least one opening to the toxicant/bait-receiving chamber intermediate opposite ends of the body. The top defines an opening to the toxicant/bait-receiving chamber.

Abstract: A technique is provided for keeping rodents and other pests out of warehouses and other buildings. A pest control device or guard is provided which is attached or fixed near the bottom surface of a door, such as an overhead door. The pest control device can adjust to uneven ground surfaces so that a fence or guard is provided to prevent pests, such as rats from entering buildings. The pest control device may be comprised of first, second, and third brackets which are connected together and can be mounted to a door. The brackets may be L-shaped. A plurality of pins is connected to the first, second, and third brackets so that each of the plurality of pins can move with respect to the first, second, and third brackets.

Abstract: A method of making a mulch for eradicating termites without poisoning the soil includes spraying at least one of tree bark and wood chips with an aqueous concentration of a borate salt in a concentration sufficient to produce a mulch ineffective in protecting the mulch form infestation by termites and effective in killing termites in a colony remote from the mulch.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for eradicating pests through the use of heat. The apparatus has a chamber with a ceiling plenum, a floor plenum and a perforated floor for controlling the flow of air throughout the chamber.

Abstract: A pest control system, with a device and via an associated method, is used to make determination and provide notification regarding the presence of pests at a site. The pest control device of the system is located at the site. The device includes a housing, a bait member located within the housing, a sensor, located within the housing, to sense pests attracted to the bait member, and a monitoring device, located within the housing and operatively connected to the sensor, to monitor the sensor. The device also includes a communication arrangement, located within the housing and operatively connected to the monitoring device, to transmit a wireless signal indicative of the operation of the monitoring device and for reception at one or more off-site locations. The system also includes one or more communication and processing arrangements, located off-site, to receive the transmitted signal and to provide information usable to determine needed pest control.

Abstract: Surface ground kits for controlling arthropods such as termites, carpenter ants, fire ants, roaches, and the like, and combinations thereof. Embodiments can include mounting a chamber on a ground insertable member having an edible food source, such as a wood stake, and pressing the member into the ground until the chamber is against the ground surface. The chamber can be cylindrical disc shape having one closed end and closed sides, such as plastic cup, Petri dish, and the like. Optionally, the chamber can be non-opaque so that the interior contents can be viewed from outside the chamber. The lower open end of the chamber can be a layer of an edible non-toxic material such as a layer of foam, and the like. On top of the edible layer, can be a layer of a non-edible foraging matrix that contains the slow-acting non-repellent toxicant within the foraging matrix, and this layer can be visible through the top closed portion of the chamber.

Abstract: Above ground kits for controlling arthropods such as termites, carpenter ants, fire ants, roaches, combinations, and the like. Embodiments can include mounting a chamber on the inside and outside of a manmade structure such as a house, a building, and a shed. Additionally, the invention can be mounted on a foundation beneath the structure. Furthermore, the above ground invention can be mounted on a side of a fence. Still furthermore, the invention can be placed on the sides of natural items that need protection such as trees, and the like. And still furthermore, the invention can be attached to a planter. Methods for mounting can include adhesive layers such as peel and stick tape, as well as removable fasteners such as hook and loop fasteners. Other fasteners can include nails, screws and stake type members. The chambers can be wrapped in shrink wrap, and the like.

Abstract: A sealant for sealing around electrical conductors and/or conduits extending through an opening in a pad into a transformer housing. The sealant includes an insecticide dispersed throughout the sealant to kill the ants or insects attempting to enter the transformer housing through the pad opening.

Abstract: A method of pest control which includes forming an enclosure of flexible heat resistant flexible material or fabric about articles forming a working load and heating atmosphere of the enclosure to a temperature which is lethal for the pest being exterminated, and maintaining this elevated temperature in the loaded enclosure for a period sufficient to bring complete working charge to a lethal temperature of 130° F. and maintaining this temperature for at least ten minutes. The treatment is undertaken after determining the air penetration parameters for the enclosure, so as to be able to determine the CFM requirements for achieving an air flow rate of between 10 and 50 air changes per hour in the enclosure, and preferably between 30 and 50 air changes per hour. Heated outside air is introduced to the enclosure at a temperature of at least 200° F., with the temperature in the enclosure being safely elevated until the air temperature reaches the lethal level.

Abstract: A termite colony is treated with a termiticide by locating a bait station on or beneath ground surface, adjacent a building, to attract termites in the region. The bait station container holds nontoxic cellulose bait. An opening in the bottom permits termites' ingress and egress to feed on the bait within the container. An opening in the top permits termite activity within the container to be monitored without disturbing the bait within the container and permits a termiticide to be introduced directly into the soil and termite tunnel tubes beneath the container by passing a termiticide injection tube through the openings in the container and into the soil beneath the container. Preferably, the termiticide is a non-repellent termiticide, which is lethal to termites through ingestion, contact and/or transferal.

Abstract: A device supporting an insecticide container in actuating fashion for engaging an insect nest. The insecticide is provided as a conventional aerosol spray which includes a depressible head. First and second elongated and telescopically attached members define proximal and distal ends. A handle at the proximal end includes an axial extending slot. A button projection from the first elongated member extends through the slot and permits the handle a degree of axial movement. A platform is arranged at the distal end of the elongated members and supports thereupon the insecticide container. A pair of elongated and telescopically attached rods extend between the handle and the platform and, upon actuation of the handle, axially displaces the platform in a direction towards a tab extending in fixed manner from the distal end of the telescopically attached members, engaging against the depressible container head to actuate the spray container.

Abstract: A technique is provided for keeping rodents and other pests out of warehouses and other buildings. A pest control device or guard is provided which is attached or fixed near the bottom surface of a garage door. The pest control device can adjust to uneven ground surfaces so that a fence or guard is provided to prevent pests, such as rats from entering buildings. The pest control device may be comprised of first, second, and third brackets which are connected together and can be mounted to a garage door. The brackets may be L-shaped. A plurality of pins is connected to the first, second, and third brackets so that each of the plurality of pins can move with respect to the first, second, and third brackets.

Abstract: A subsurface pesticide injection system for use in combination with a structure having a footing formed in a base soil, a stem wall formed on the footing and defining a perimeter of the structure, a fill material disposed on the base soil within the perimeter of the stem wall, and a concrete slab formed on the fill material is provided. The concrete slab has openings extending therethrough. The subsurface pesticide injection and fluid extraction system comprising includes a tubular conduit disposed within the fill material of the structure such that portions of the tubular conduit are disposed adjacent the openings of the concrete slab. The tubular conduit has a sidewall, a first end, a second end, and a plurality of tortuous pores extending through the sidewall of the tubular conduit.

Abstract: A replenishable pest control apparatus includes a housing having at least one component, such as a surface or shelf, treated with a residual pesticide and at least one other component treated with or configured to contain, an attractant. Each of the components is configured to be replenished by re-treating the component with an appropriate attractant and/or pesticide, by refilling a reservoir, by replacing a depleted component with a pretreated component, or a combination thereof. The attractant is not required to be toxic, and may comprise any appropriate/desired attractant, such as a food source, an odor attractant, a visual attractant, an acoustic attractant, a pheromone, or a combination thereof. The pesticide may be any appropriate/desired pesticide for the type of pest to be controlled.

Abstract: A modular deflection device for securing to buildings to prevent birds, particularly pigeons, from roosting. The deflection device has a plurality of base rails arranged parallel and forming a web of modules divided by break points. The device includes a plurality of the modules, each having bent metal pins anchored thereto. The ends of the pins extend upwardly and outwardly, acting as spaced deflection elements to prevent birds from roosting over the deflection device. Preferably, one pin end extends perpendicularly upwards, while the other pin end extends outwardly at about 30° from vertical. The modules are separable at the break points for quickly fitting to a length of a building feature such as a ledge or molding.

Abstract: A composition comprising at least one carbonate compound and at least one acid compound which yields carbon dioxide gas in the presence of a sufficient amount of water is disclosed. Also disclosed are methods for producing carbon dioxide gas and exterminating subterranean burrowing, air-breathing pests and methods for providing nutrition to plants and soil.

Abstract: A method for the biocontrol of horn fly for protecting livestock, the method comprising defining an area for managing the livestock and placing a number of wasp's hives containing wasps of the species Polybia scutellaris, in an effective amount to control the flies, and placing a honey containing food for the wasps in an area at a distance from the hives.

Abstract: A technique is provided for keeping rodents and other pests out of warehouses and other buildings. A pest control device or guard is provided which is attached or fixed near the bottom surface of a garage door. The pest control device can adjust to uneven ground surfaces so that a fence or guard is provided to prevent pests, such as rats from entering buildings. The pest control device may be comprised of first, second, and third brackets which are connected together and can be mounted to a garage door. The brackets may be L-shaped. A plurality of pins is connected to the first, second, and third brackets so that each of the plurality of pins can move with respect to the first, second, and third brackets.

Abstract: The method and the system are applicable in household activities, healthcare, industry, agriculture, forestry, etc. for exterminating pests, weeds and pathogens. The system performing the method comprises a source of lethal impact which is a microwave generator (1) with a microwave guiding element (2) directed so as to face an antenna (3). The microwave generator (1) is placed by means of three supports (4) in the focus area of the antenna (3). The control input of the microwave generator (1) is connected to the output of a control unit (5) whose power supply input is connected to a power unit (6).

Abstract: An apparatus for the protection of exposed structures, in particular cables, poles, pipes, and towers from destructive interactions with external threats, including: various animals (including man), plants, and machines as well as from general environmental hazards. The protective configurable sheath apparatus may be optimized for a specific candidate (type of animal, plant, environmental hazard, machine) or for a range of candidates. A configurable sheath fully or partially encompasses the exposed structure to be protected. The sheath may be attached in a variety of ways and is typically designed so that it is removable or upgradable. Thus, the sheath can be employed on a temporary basis or it can be replaced/modified as is needed. This versatile configurable sheath permits customization of commercially-available, mass-produced structures as well as retrofitting installed structures. Sheath base materials may serve multiple functions.

Abstract: A disinfestation apparatus that treats an existing structure with heat and is designed to be portable is disclosed.

Abstract: The invention encompasses an electrical apparatus. Such apparatus includes RFID circuitry on a first substrate, and sensor circuitry on a second substrate. A receiving structure is associated with one of the RFID circuitry and the sensor circuitry, and at least one connecting structure is associated with the other of the RFID circuitry and the sensor circuitry. The at least one connecting structure is removable received within the receiving structure. The invention also encompasses a method of forming an electrical apparatus. A first substrate and a second substrate are provided. The first substrate has RFID circuitry thereon, and the second substrate has sensing circuitry thereon. A receptacle is joined with one of the RFID circuitry and the sensor circuitry, and has at least one orifice extending therein. At least one prong is joined with the other of the RFID circuitry and the sensor circuitry.

Abstract: A novel method of positively directing termite activity by the use of radio waves. Also provided is a method of protecting a natural or man-made structure from termite infestation based on termite attractancy of specific radio waves.

Abstract: A non-corrosive bore hole cover apparatus for plugging a hole bored in a substrate is provided comprising a top plate molded from a non-metallic material, a bottom plate molded from a non-metallic material, a compressible ring gasket sandwiched between the top and bottom plates, and a threaded bolt. The non-metallic material is preferably a glass reinforced polymer. A bottom side of the top plate and a top side of the bottom plate each have an annular gasket locating ridge formed thereon. The threaded bolt passes through a top plate hole such that a head of the bolt is retained against a top side of the top plate and a tail end of the bolt is threaded through a hole of the bottom plate.

Abstract: A method of eradicating pests by the controlled application of heat for a predetermined period of time.

Abstract: A pesticide delivery system includes a service box and a plurality of tubular delivery and dispensing lines for carrying a pesticide from the service box to locations in a building structure and dispensing the pesticide in those locations to control and exterminate pests. The service box includes a plate with holes through which elastic end portions of the tubular delivery and dispensing lines pass. Each of the holes has a conical frustum shaped portion and an annular edge portion that has the smallest diameter of the hole and is less in diameter than an outside diameter, in an unstressed or unstretched state, of the elastic end portion of the tubular delivery and dispensing line passing through the hole whereby the annular edge portion of the hole grips and locks the tubular delivery and dispensing line in place.

Abstract: A subsurface pesticide injection system for use in combination with a structure having a footing formed in a base soil, a stem wall formed on the footing and defining a perimeter of the structure, a fill material disposed on the base soil within the perimeter of the stem wall, and a concrete slab formed on the fill material is provided. The concrete slab has openings extending therethrough. The subsurface pesticide injection and fluid extraction system comprising includes a tubular conduit disposed within the fill material of the structure such that portions of the tubular conduit are disposed adjacent the openings of the concrete slab. The tubular conduit has a sidewall, a first end, a second end, and a plurality of tortuous pores extending through the sidewall of the tubular conduit.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for eradicating pests through the use of heat. The apparatus has a chamber with a ceiling plenum, a floor plenum and a perforated floor for controlling the flow of air throughout the chamber.

Abstract: A device for baiting insects which includes an anchor tube that is placed in the ground, a base plate that attaches to the anchor tube, a cover that attaches to the base plate, a bait cup placed in said anchor tube and that sits beneath the ground, and a termite media support rod that attaches to the bait cup and sits in the anchor tube, beneath the ground, the key to open the cover and access the bait, the anchor tube being molded into one integrated piece with a continuous spiral fin or threaded member that acts as a screw mechanism when inserting the station into the ground and the base plate, which sits at ground level, includes insect entry openings; a cover covers the base plate and bait cup, protecting the bait from the elements; and optionally a termite media support rod, which includes a disk molded on the bottom thereof used to hold material for termite monitoring.

Abstract: The present invention provides a WARren Portal IDentification and tunnel resident disgorger System (WARPIDS) comprising a jet engine, a marker medium and a base. In a preferred embodiment, the jet engine is configured to create an engine exhaust that is aimable into a first portal of a warren, perhaps having a plurality of interconnecting tunnels. The engine exhaust thereby creates an overpressure within the warren such that the engine exhaust escapes from a second tunnel portal. The marker medium is coupleable to, and configured to flow with, the engine exhaust from the first tunnel portal and through the second tunnel portal thereby marking the second tunnel portal. The base, coupled to and supporting the jet engine, is configured to be transported and located proximate the first tunnel portal by a conventional aircraft.

Abstract: A closed high-volume low-pressure pesticide delivery and recovery system including under building pesticide delivery tubing and a method of using the pesticide delivery tubing.

Abstract: The subject invention pertains to materials and methods useful for management of certain pests. The invention is particularly well suited for the control of social insect pests and, particularly, termites. The invention concerns unique toxicant-containing matrices as well as apparatuses for monitoring pest activity and presenting a toxicant. The invention is useful as part of an Integrated Pest Management Program and can greatly reduce the introduction of harmful chemicals into the environment.

Abstract: A non-corrosive bore hole cover apparatus for plugging a hole bored in a substrate is provided comprising a top plate molded from a non-metallic material, a bottom plate molded from a non-metallic material, a compressible ring gasket sandwiched between the top and bottom plates, and a threaded bolt. A bottom side of the top plate and a top side of the bottom plate each have an annular gasket locating ridge formed thereon. The compressible ring gasket is sandwiched between the top plate and the bottom plate such that the gasket locating ridges are inserted in either end of the compressible ring gasket. The threaded bolt passes through a top plate hole such that a head of the bolt is retained against a top side of the top plate and a tail end of the bolt is threaded through a hole of the bottom plate. The bolt is rotated into the threaded hole to draw the top and bottom plates together to compress and circumferentially expand the gasket.

Abstract: A fumigation tent includes a frame suspended from a structure by support cables, the frame having an underside; a tarp adapted to be mounted to the top side of the frame, the tarp hanging from the frame defining a tent having a top and side curtains having a lower periphery that defines a bottom perimeter; a sealing arrangement for connecting and sealing the top of the tarp to the frame; a first plurality of cables for raising and lowering the side curtains and being connected to the side curtains and to means for raising and lowering the first plurality of cables; a second plurality of cables for raising and lowering the frame and being connected to the frame and to means for raising and lowering the second plurality of cables.

Abstract: An in-ground bait station for pest detection and control includes a first housing tube fixedly implanted into the ground and a removable reservoir within the housing. The reservoir contains pesticide for detecting and controlling pest activity, and can be inspected or replaced by removing the reservoir from the housing. The bait station further includes a cap to provide evaporation control and tampering resistance when the reservoir and housing are installed below ground and to provide an additional receptacle containing bait for detecting and controlling pest activity. The cap includes a detachable bait tray. The bait tray contains a receptacle between an inner and outer edge for holding bait. The bait tray is designed to cooperate with the housing to oppose rotational movement of the cap when the bait station is in an operational state. The cap is designed to cooperate with the bait tray to provide evaporation control and tampering resistance when the housing and bait tray are installed in the ground.

Abstract: A disinfestation treatment chamber for treating fruit, flower and vegetable commodities subject to infestation by quarantine pests. The commodities are disinfested so as to meet quarantine restrictions without adversely affecting the quality of the commodity. The commodity is heated inside of the chamber in hot air having a relative humidity of 30-85% until the temperature of the commodity exceeds the thermal death point temperature of the target pest but is not so high as to adversely affect the quality of the commodity. The temperature of the commodity is held at this temperature until the pest is killed. The commodity is loaded into the treatment chamber in bins onto a low friction conveyor track system which transports the bins from one end of the chamber to the other. The commodities are treated while they are inside of the treatment chamber. After treatment of the commodities, the bins are unloaded using the low friction conveyor track system out of the opposite end of the treatment chamber.

Abstract: A subsurface pesticide injection and fluid extraction system for use in combination with a structure having a footing formed in a base soil, a stem wall formed on the footing and defining a perimeter of the structure, a fill material disposed on the base soil within the perimeter of the stem wall, and a concrete slab formed on the fill material is provided. The concrete slab has openings extending therethrough. The subsurface pesticide injection and fluid extraction system comprising includes a tubular conduit disposed within the fill material of the structure such that portions of the tubular conduit are disposed adjacent the openings of the concrete slab. The tubular conduit has a sidewall, a first end, a second end, and a plurality of pores extending through the sidewall of the tubular conduit.

Abstract: A method and system which exterminates mound building ants (Hymenoptera) such as imported red fire ants in situ their mound by changing a carbon dioxide gas concentration of an ambient atmosphere within the mound through a ground probe. This gas based method and system is novel due to its speed of extermination and due to the lack of toxic chemical residues left in the soil or environment. The method and system is suitable for use by homeowners or commercial enterprises and renders extermination of imported red fire ants economical and efficient. Treatment of one mound with the system taught in this patent disclosure is expected to cost as little as one fourth as much as use of currently prevailing methods.

Abstract: A method and kit of components for destroying organisms and toxins in from an enclosure such as a building. Temperature sensing probes are installed in the enclosure to indicate structure temperature and a recorder is used to record the temperature of said sensing probes in real time. Hot air is introduced into the enclosure through one or more ducts to raise the structure temperature to at least about 120° F., as monitored by the temperature sensing probes. This is sufficient to kill essentially all insects, bacteria, virus, dust mites, spiders, silver fish, fungi and toxic molds such as aspergillus oryzae, aspergillus terreus, aspergills versicolor, cladosporium hergbarum, stachybotrys chartarum, penicillium aurantiogriseum, pencillium chrsogenum, pencillium glabrum and fusarium oxysporum. and the like. The air can exit through open doors and windows or through ducts to a filter assembly that captures the remains of the organisms. Ozone may be added to the heated air to improve efficiency.