Abstract: A bedbug protective coaster device supports a furniture leg of an article of furniture thereon. The device includes a body comprising a base member, a first annular wall and a second annular wall formed integrally with one another such that the furniture leg can be supported on a central area of the base member. The first and second annular walls surround the central area to define an annular space between the walls arranged to contain an insect barrier fluid therein. The integral body further includes an annular crevice formed in the body so as to surround the second annular wall. The annular crevice is arranged to receive a pesticide rated only for cracks and crevices therein. The device thus allows bedbug pesticides rated for cracks and crevices to be used in a barrier location between the floor and an article of furniture such as a bed.

Abstract: A spill resistant insect bait station designed for secure anchorage to the ground is disclosed as having a generally hollow main body defining an internal reservoir for containing a flowable, preferably liquid, bait contained therein. The main body is preferably fabricated from plastic via a blow molding process that includes the steps of filling and sealing. By removing a seal, an access opening is provided at ground level in proximity to the base and an access tunnel guides insects to an opening at the top of the bait station. At top opening on the opposite side of the bait station relative to the access opening allows insect access to the internal reservoir while rending the bait station inherently spill resistant. The inner wall of the main body includes a spiral ramp leading downward to provide insects with access to liquid bait contained therein.

Abstract: A fully adjustable, crawling insect bait station is provided that is sealable for use with liquid, gel or solid baits, and wherein movement of a cap relative to a base portion simultaneously dimensions both the insect access port(s) and an internal crawlspace at the top of the inner reservoir wall to a selected size for particular insects. The bait station of the present invention is distinct and significantly improved over prior bait stations in that there is no antechamber between the insect access port(s) and the inner bait reservoir where crawling insects may unproductively congregate. Once insects enter the bait station of the present invention they encounter a sloped access means that leads them directly over the inner reservoir wall to the poisoned bait.

Abstract: A rodent station includes a base with an entrance point and an exit point to allow a rodent to access the station. A hinged cover may be coupled to the base for housing an indicator device. The indicator device may be configured to show an operator that activity, such as capturing a rodent, has occurred within the rodent station. A killing device may be disposed in the base and configured to activate the indicator device upon being triggered by a rodent. The killing device may include an arm that rotates when triggered by the rodent. In one exemplary embodiment, a portion of the arm may contact a portion of the indicator device, resulting in an alert portion protruding from the cover of the rodent station, thereby indicating the triggering of the killing device. The indicator device may be, for example, a spring-loaded pop-up device or a rotating flag device.

Abstract: A liquid-lure dispenser that provides long-time uniform emission of an attractant that entices insects or other organisms into a trap, consists of a wick that absorbs the liquid lure from its container and gradually emits the lure to the atmosphere from the exposed portion of the wick. The tubular container holds the desired quantity of lure and has an opening that holds the wick securely in place, with the lower part of the wick immersed in lure and the upper part exposed to air; lure-emission rate can be adjusted by area of wick exposed to air. An opening in the lure container permits lure to be added as needed and avoids an air-pressure drop in the lure container as lure is sucked up by the wick and volatilized. If desirable, insecticide or more than one lure may be released from a dispenser.

Abstract: One nonlimiting variation of a detection arrangement includes one or more sensors each structured to detect at least one biochemical substance indicative of biochemistry of one or more target insect species and provide a corresponding sensor signal, a controller responsive to the sensor signal of each of the one or more sensors to determine if the one or more insect species are present and generate a corresponding output signal, and an indicator responsive to the output signal to indicate the presence of the one or more insect species.

Abstract: The invention relates to an apparatus for pest control comprising a hollow station (150) forming at least one entrance (160, 165) for the pests to be controlled and a harbourage area inside the station; a reservoir for water (100) providing access to water from the inside of said hollow station (150); and a contact pesticide (170) for the pests to be controlled, said contact pesticide (170) being provided inside said hollow station (150) in such a way that pests which enter the hollow station (150) through said at least one entrance (160, 165) to come to the reservoir for water (100) or the harbourage area come into contact with said contact pesticide (170).

Abstract: An aggregation base for use within a subterranean cavity for detecting subterranean termites includes an elongate member having longitudinally opposite ends, a circumference, and an outer surface. A void extends longitudinally within the elongate member for forming an aggregation site for the termite. The elongate member is open at least at one end in communication with the void. At least one channel extends circumferentially about at least a portion of the circumference of the elongate member at the outer surface thereof and also extends transversely through the elongate member from the outer surface inward to the void.

Abstract: Rodent bait station assemblies and methods for assembly and bundling.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an apparatus for pest control; and to the use of said apparatus for pest control. The apparatus comprises a hollow station forming at least one entrance for the pests to be controlled; a pheromone of a pest to be controlled; and a contact pesticide for the pests to be controlled, said contact pesticide being provided inside said hollow station, and the hollow station being designed to prevent the pests from remaining within said hollow station without expenditure of energy.

Abstract: A refillable bait station for pest control includes a housing, a bait receptacle operable for insertion into said housing. and a releasable latching mechanism associated with said housing and operable for releasably securing said bait receptacle within said housing.

Abstract: A pest control bait station having separated bait reservoirs for holding different kinds of bait. The bait station has raised regions with pest access apertures. Each aperture is aligned with at least a portion of a pest conveyance structure extending from the base walls of the reservoirs, providing a space for the pest to enter and exit the bait station. The bait in each reservoir is prevented from contacting bait in any other reservoir. At least one reservoir may contain a liquid bait, and at least one reservoir may contain a dry bait.

Abstract: The present invention provides a bait station and method for securing it using a receptacle for holding a weight to weight a bait enclosure and by stakes formed as a unitary part of the enclosure for securing the enclosure.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for controlling harmful rodents on agricultural premises, using rodenticides.

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: Disclosed are substrates suited for dispensing air treatment chemicals upon being heated. Granular particles, preferably sand with a phenolic binder, are adhered together to form a substrate body having a network of pores. A volatile air treatment chemical is disposed in the pores. The particle size and pores are such that the smaller particles of the substrate are grouped at one end, preferably an end adjacent to a projecting nose. This structure tends to wick the volatile air treatment chemical towards the nose, and heating that area can lead to efficient, and rechargeable, dispensing. Methods for using such substrates, and methods for forming such substrates, are disclosed.

Abstract: An apparatus for the delivery of toxicant to rats includes a conduit having an entry and an exit for rats, installed into an area determined to be suitable for rat control. A toxicant is placeable and contained in the conduit such that rats will contact the toxicant when passing through the conduit. The apparatus will be attended to to ensure the area is deemed rat free. Methods for using the apparatuses are also described.

Abstract: The present invention provides a bait station and method for securing it using a receptacle for holding a weight to weight a bait enclosure and by stakes formed as a unitary part of the enclosure for securing the enclosure.

Abstract: A closure device and methods for manufacturing closure a device having a lid that is capable of alternating convex-to-concave movement and concave-to-convex movement. The lid may be mounted to a closure body, which may, for example, contain substances for attracting and exterminating pests, such as ants, other insects, snakes, and rodents. In other embodiments, the closure body may contain other substances, for example, a vaporizable air freshener. Certain embodiments may include a stake for affixing the closure body to the ground.

Abstract: A method for tracking vermin includes causing the vermin to be covered in a non-toxic fluorescent substance which will leave a trail as the rodent enters/exits the human habitation, then examining the habitation with an ultraviolet light to determine the location of the entry/exit point used by the vermin. The fluorescent substance is preferably invisible without the aid of an ultraviolet light. It is also non-toxic to humans as well as animals and is relatively inexpensive. The apparatus for applying the ultraviolet substance is preferably a “bait station” within which an attractive substance is placed and surrounded by the fluorescent substance.

Abstract: A termite alert device for placement within an area subject to infestation by termites and the like, particularly at constructed walls, wooden floors, concrete, patios, pool deck, and other hard surfaces. The termite alert device housing includes a substantially clear viewing port beneath which is positioned a signal element which may be colored in contrast the housing interior. The signal element is supported by bait subject to ingestion by termites. As bait is consumed the element drops away in a mechanical chain reaction presenting an alerting appearance change established by a change in visualization as the element increases distance from the port. The alert device may be substantially vertical with cylindrical or other suitably-shaped bait material and signal element. Alternatively it could arch outwardly toward a side wall, with signal elements comprising a series of colored balls falling along the arch as they collapse downwardly in a mechanical chain reaction.

Abstract: A climate-controlled control station includes a protective enclosure containing a pest control material and/or control device. A reflector or heat shield protects the enclosure from impinging infrared radiant energy, thereby moderating the internal air temperature in the enclosure. At least part of the enclosure may be insulated against heat transfer. A vent in the enclosure facilitates exhausting hot and/or humid air from the enclosure. A fan or blower may be provided for forcing hot and/or humid air from the enclosure.

Abstract: A detection device and method for monitoring infestation by insects such as bed bugs is provided. A suitable device comprises a pair of plates separated by an internal spacing sized to permit entry into the detection device by one or more insects. Also disclosed is a method for readily detecting insects such as bed bugs in a multiple areas such as in multiple hotel rooms, areas where animals are housed, or the like.

Abstract: An insect bait station that is pre-filled with a suitable bait, preferably a combination of attractant and toxicant, and is activated for use by a snap-open closure that exposes an entrance/exit disposed on the upper part of the bait station for providing insects with access to the bait. The entrance is disposed above the level of the contained bait and an internal ramp structure allows insects to traverse downward to the bait from the opening, as well as upward to exit the bait station. Providing a ramp structure ensures continual access even as the level of the bait within the station drops, due to evaporation, consumption, spillage etc. By enabling egress from the bait station, the ramp further prevents the accumulation of dead insects inside the bait station, the scent of which, would nullify effectiveness. A cradle is provided for receiving the bait station in two alternate configurations, namely a non-activated and sealed stowed configuration and an activated and un-sealed deployed configuration.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method of designing, manufacturing, packaging, shipping, otherwise handling and delivering to problem insects a low-toxicity, bio-friendly insect-killing bait in a dry powdery form prior to being dissolved, without precipitate, with water or other solvent by agricultural growers or other end users for utilization by them in the long-term delivery Liquid Gravity Feed Elimination System, LGFAES, or an equivalent weather-sheltered, liquid bait station dispenser for the elimination of a broad range of crop-damaging, or otherwise problem, crawling, walking and flying insects using lateral transfer of the insect killing substance within the bait to reach insects that have not been attracted to the delivery device creating exponential destruction to the targeted insect infestation.

Abstract: A rodent management station includes a housing having a base and a lid together at least in part defining an interior space. The housing has an entry opening and an internal partition structure configured to partition the interior space of the housing into a bait chamber having an entryway spaced from the entry opening. A pathway is defined at least in part by the partition structure and extends away from the at least one entry opening to the entryway of the bait chamber. The partition structure has at least one through-opening therein other than at the bait chamber entryway to provide open communication between the pathway and the bait chamber other than at the bait chamber entryway. The at least one through-opening is sized substantially smaller than the housing entry opening and the bait chamber entryway to inhibit rodents against entering the bait chamber at the at least one through-opening.

Abstract: A rodent management system includes a housing having a base and a lid together at least in part defining an interior space of the housing. The lid is positionable relative to the base between a closed configuration of the station in which the interior space in substantially enclosed, and an opened configuration of the station in which the interior space is accessible for servicing. The housing has at least one entry opening through which rodents enter the interior space of the housing. The base has an inner surface at least in part defining an interior floor of the housing. A bait support is positionable within the interior space of the housing and configured for supporting bait above the floor of the housing. The bait support is further configured for releasable connection with at least one of the base and the lid.

Abstract: One nonlimiting variation of a detection arrangement includes one or more sensors each structured to detect at least one biochemical substance indicative of biochemistry of one or more target insect species and provide a corresponding sensor signal, a controller responsive to the sensor signal of each of the one or more sensors to determine if the one or more insect species are present and generate a corresponding output signal, and an indicator responsive to the output signal to indicate the presence of the one or more insect species.

Abstract: The present invention provides for an attack and kill pest control device. A chamber of the attack and kill pest control device comprises a chamber wall with a plurality of vent openings. The chamber is configured to receive a lure comprising a volatile semiochemical attractant. The plurality of vent openings is configured allow airflow through the chamber wall, releasing the volatile semiochemical attractant. A pesticide layer is affixed to a surface of a treated portion of the chamber wall.

Abstract: There is disclosed a product for attracting and destroying insects which comprises an active-substance-comprising bait layer (1) together with a bait substance and an insecticide. The active-substance-comprising bait layer (1) furthermore comprises a superdisintegrant whose effect is that, upon the use of the product in an environment with high atmospheric humidity, the active-substance-comprising bait layer (1) does not run.

Abstract: The present invention provides a bait station and method for securing it using a receptacle for holding a weight to weight a bait enclosure and by stakes formed as a unitary part of the enclosure for securing the enclosure.

Abstract: 1,5-octadien-3-ol is an attractant for biting insects, particularly mosquitoes and may be used alone or with other attractants.

Abstract: A device for uniform emission of a composition having at least one volatile liquid attractant. It is especially useful in traps to improve the monitoring of pest insect populations and/or for mass trapping of insects.

Abstract: An apparatus and a method are provided for killing insects on vegetation using an insecticide, where the insecticide does not contact the vegetation. In one embodiment, an absorbent material is placed on an upper surface of a disc mower. The absorbent material is soaked with insecticide, and as a tractor moves the mower through a field of hay, insects land on the insecticide-laden material and die from the toxic effect of the insecticide. In another embodiment, an L-shaped blade outfitted with an insecticide-laden mat is mounted transverse to the front of an all-terrain vehicle or a tractor, which is driven through a field. The blade, or alternatively a feeder bar attached to the blade, brushes the tips of vegetation in the field, causing bugs and insects to fly, fall or jump from the vegetation onto the insecticide-laden mat, where the insecticide kills some, most or all of the bugs and insects.

Abstract: Structure (10) of an inhibiting container to inhibit the proliferation of insects in a liquid body, comprising a containment body (11) to contain said liquid body and inhibiting devices (17) in contact with said liquid body to inhibit said proliferation of insects, wherein said inhibiting devices are at least partially incorporated in said containment body so that said container structure simultaneously performs both the functions of containing said liquid and of being insecticidal to said insects. The invention also refers to an inhibiting device capable of being incorporated in a containment body and to a method of assembling said device to said containment body to realize said structure of an inhibiting container.

Abstract: A versatile pest station for use with interchangeable inserts includes a housing, a lock mechanism, a first insert, and a second insert. The housing includes a base, a lid, and an opening. The base and the lid form a cavity, and the opening provides access to the cavity. The base has a bottom surface and is configured and arranged to be securely mounted to a surface. The lock mechanism interlocks the base and the lid. The first insert is configured and arranged to fit within the cavity, and the first insert includes an entrance mechanism. The second insert is configured and arranged to fit within the cavity, and the second insert includes a snap trap. The first insert and the second insert are interchangeable for individual use with the housing, and the first insert and the second insert are elevated relative to the bottom surface of the base.

Abstract: A bait station is formed of a single unitary member which is folded to bring a first portion into contact with a second portion. An intermediate portion connects the first and second portions. The bait station includes a pair of passageways which lead from opposite edges of the bait station to a central recess portion. A block of rodenticide material is located in the recess portion and the passageways are angled to prevent access to the rodenticide material by children.

Abstract: In one aspect of the application, a termite bait, monitoring device or other termite control device includes a plurality of cellulosic food material pieces palatable to termites embedded within a water resistant polyurethane foam matrix. In another aspect, a termite bait, monitoring device or other termite control device includes a plurality of cellulosic food material pieces palatable to termites embedded within a water-absorbent polyurethane foam matrix. In another aspect a termite bait, monitoring device or other termite control device includes at least one cellulosic food material piece encapsulated within a water resistant polyurethane foam coating. In another aspect of the application, a termite control device includes a container, a cellulosic food material within the container and a water resistant polyurethane foam positioned to separate the food material from its environment.

Abstract: A device for entrapping crawling insects such as bed bugs, ants, spiders, etc. is disclosed. The device generally includes an elongated strip having at least one cavity longitudinally propagating along the strip and an insect-immobilizing substance disposed in the cavity. In embodiments, the strip may be fabricated for affixing and/or snug or snap fitting to objects being protected from the crawling insects, and the cavities may contain adhesives (e.g., gelatinous-based adhesives), pesticides, or a combination thereof.

Abstract: Rodent bait station assemblies and methods for assembly and bundling.

Abstract: A method and a device for utilizing insects feeding at an insect elimination dispenser as a carrier of a pathogen or like material to eliminate additional insects of the same or different species by providing a contamination band affixed to the dispenser in the path of insects feeding at the dispenser and including a material to contaminate insects contacting the contamination band and the insects, after leaving, contaminate other insects of the same or of a different species.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a device coated with a friable composition comprising an insect toxicant wherein the geometry of the device, the presence of openings in the device, the presence of a highly volatile attractant independently located inside the device, and the composition comprising an insect toxicant function together to release an effective concentration of the highly volatile attractant vapor into the environment at a rate that maintains attractancy and at the same time kills the insect as soon as the insect comes into contact with the vapors of the insecticide or the composition impregnated on the surface of the device.

Abstract: A camouflaged termite-monitoring device is provided. Such a device comprises a housing (100) which defines a cavity (300) and an opening (400). A perforated bait cartridge (475) is disposed within the cavity and contains a bait material (450) adapted to be attractive to termites. A mesh-like member (500) is operably engaged with the housing so as to cover the opening and to retain the bait cartridge in the cavity. The mesh-like member is further adapted to allow termites to pass therethrough into the cavity and the bait cartridge and to infiltrate the housing. An inspection hatch (550) is operably engaged with the housing and is configured to allow visual inspection of the bait cartridge within the cavity from outside the housing. Such a visual inspection is performed without removing the housing from engagement with the upper ground surface. An associated method is also provided.

Abstract: A device for controlling blood-feeding insects is disclosed. The device includes a membrane containing a solution suitable for consumption by blood-feeding insects wherein the solution is comprised of a base, the base selected from the group consisting of up to 70 wt % NaCl in water, phosphate buffer, citric acid in water, and sodium lauryl sulfate in water,; and wherein the solution has a pH of between about 6 and 8. An additional active ingredient may be added to the solution. The solution may be referred to as liquid bait. The membrane is suitable for blood-feeding insects to pierce or puncture in order to feed. A method of exterminating or controlling blood feeding insects is also disclosed along with novel bait solutions.

Abstract: A dispenser includes a hanger member, a shroud, a tray, and a shelf. The hanger member extends between an upper end and a lower end. The shroud cooperates with the upper end of the hanger member to define an inner area. The shroud includes a wall having a step portion. An access opening is defined adjacent to the step portion. The tray extends from the hanger member adjacent to the lower end. The tray includes a tray surface spaced from the access opening. The shelf is disposed within the inner area. The shroud and the shelf cooperate to define a passageway configured to facilitate passage of a rodent between the shelf and the step portion of the wall. Kits and methods are also provided.

Abstract: The exterior rodent bait station with lid-securing tool has a housing, a pivotally connected lid securable to the housing, and a hollow base removably attachable to the housing. The housing includes holes for entry of rodents attracted to poison bait disposed in the housing interior, the poison bait being secured within the unit by a pivotal bait member. A concrete paving block within the hollow base secures the bait station at its placement location. The bait station lid has a raised section for attachment of a numbered stencil to show placement order of multiple stations. Drainage holes are disposed in the bottom of the housing and sidewalls of the base. A hex lid fastener may be provided along with a push-pull gear-style driving tool to facilitate ease of fastening and unfastening the bait station lid.

Abstract: Disclosed embodiments provide a method and apparatus for an organic insect extermination lamp, which continuously kills mosquitoes and other biting insects without the use of hazardous chemicals, pesticides or electrocution.

Abstract: A pest control material (11), such as mosquito netting, has a surface (12) with abrasive/absorptive microprojections (13). Insect pests such as mosquitoes suffer damage to their cuticle, resulting in dehydration and/or invasion by microbial pathogens. The material is made by coating a fabric with abrasive and/or absorptive materials.

Abstract: An insect trap comprises a housing, an ultraviolet light with a peak wavelength of 340 to 380 nm operatively connected to the housing, and a bait including an attractant proximate the ultraviolet light. The ultraviolet light and the bait in the housing have a synergistic effect that is greater than a sum of the ultraviolet light alone and the bait alone.

Abstract: The present invention provides for a novel, but simply structured pest control system that protects structures such as buildings and humans by providing a system that is selectively attached to the exterior of structures and/or to the surrounding perimeter of structures which creates a physical and chemical barrier where crawling insects and/or pests cannot survive without food and/or exposition to chemical agents such as pesticide. Alternatively the pest control system provides for the possibility that the crawling insects and/or pests agents may abandon the structure without exposition to the chemical agent, thus furthering an ecological homeostasis.