Insect Patents (Class 43/132.1)
  • Patent number: 8925243
    Abstract: The present example provides a device for capturing insects from a distance with adhesive pads. After capture disposal is facilitated by enveloping the insect/arachnid in the adhesive pad. The device keeps the insect/arachnid at a distance from the user, and allows an expanded reach during capture. The design also allows for disposal of the insect/arachnid while keeping the user at a distance from the insect/arachnid. The device may also include an illumination source such as a flashlight or black light for illuminating the targeted insect/arachnid. The adhesive pads are easily coupled to the device, and held in place during use. A unique jaw design for supporting the adhesive pad facilitates capture and manipulation of the pad during disposal of the insect/arachnid. Finally, the device may also be used without the adhesive pads if desired. Such pad-less operation may also keep the user at a distance from the insect/arachnid.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 19, 2009
    Date of Patent: January 6, 2015
    Inventors: Robert I. Vasquez, Brian R. Freeland
  • Publication number: 20150000185
    Abstract: The invention disclosed is a method for the extermination of household pests, particularly bed bugs, found upon furniture, furnishings, and personal effects (“infested items”), whereby the infested items may be removed from their usual household environment (i.e., removal of a bed from an infested bedroom, etc.) and placed within an apparatus that then increases the temperature of the infest items to a degree lethal to the respective pest sought to be eradicated.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 18, 2014
    Publication date: January 1, 2015
    Inventor: GREGORY ALLEN PRATT
  • Publication number: 20150000184
    Abstract: A termite control bait container includes an upper end portion opposite a lower end portion. The bait container includes a chamber containing a termite bait. The lower end portion includes an air-trapping pocket below at least a portion of the bait to reduce intrusion of water through the lower end portion when installed in a selected orientation at least partially below ground.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 12, 2014
    Publication date: January 1, 2015
    Inventors: Mike P. Tolley, Phillip J. Howard, Joseph J. DeMark, Donald E. Williams, III
  • Patent number: 8915013
    Abstract: The invention relates to a method for the eradication and killing of microorganisms from among insects and worms in an aqueous system, especially for the control and eradication of the larvae. A sustained reduction or killing of the larvae is achieved by a two-step method in which insecticides and a zooplankton community are used as biological agents. The insecticides specifically kill the larvae present in the aqueous system. The biological agents, which according to the invention preferably comprise competitors for food of the above microorganisms/larvae, prevent repopulation. The combined use of insecticidal and biological treatment in aqueous systems allows an efficient and permanent eradication.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 12, 2009
    Date of Patent: December 23, 2014
    Assignee: Helmholtz-Zentrum fur Umweltforschung GmbH
    Inventors: Matthias Liess, Sabine Duquesne
  • Patent number: 8881448
    Abstract: A composition in compacted form for use for termite monitoring and control comprises a cellulose material which may be purified cellulose or microcrystalline cellulose as a base bait, the composition being compacted to an optimum density of not less than approximately 1.033 g/cc. Also disclosed is a method for monitoring and controlling termite infestations which comprises the steps of a) preparing such a composition; b) placing the composition in a bait station; c) monitoring the station at periodic time intervals for termites; and d) upon observing termite infestation in the bait station, replacing the above composition with a bait composition containing a termite killing agent.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 21, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 11, 2014
    Assignee: BASF Corporation
    Inventors: Jeffery A. Martin, Ronald O. Richardson
  • Publication number: 20140325893
    Abstract: A vented combustion chamber for an insect attractant engine is provided for a flying insect trapping device of the type that relies upon combustion of a fuel to generate a flow of carbon dioxide to attract flying insects. The combustion chamber, which is generally tubular and horizontally oriented in operation, is vented through a hole formed in one side of the chamber wall that extends from the outer surface of the chamber into the interior thereof. During operation of the device, this through-hole allows gas inside the chamber to be vented to the outside, changing the effective length of the combustion chamber for the purposes of wave generation is changed so that creation of a resonance cycle or standing wave, and the resulting acoustic phenomenon of howling, is prevented.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 7, 2014
    Publication date: November 6, 2014
    Applicant: WOODSTREAM CORPORATION
    Inventors: Robert T. CRUZ, Richard L. EYER, Marko Konstantin LUBIC, Christopher KAMERY
  • Patent number: 8875438
    Abstract: A method of treating soil adjacent a structure generally includes positioning an injection apparatus over a first injection site generally adjacent a structure. The injection apparatus is operated to inject pesticide down into the soil at the first injection site without prior disturbance of the soil at the first injection site. The injection apparatus is moved over a second injection site at least in part different from the first injection site and generally adjacent the structure. The injection apparatus is operated to inject pesticide down into the soil at the second injection site and without prior disturbance of the soil at the second injection site.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 23, 2011
    Date of Patent: November 4, 2014
    Assignee: BASF Agro B.V.
    Inventors: James H. Clink, Richard A. Warriner
  • Publication number: 20140317997
    Abstract: A termite electrocuting apparatus adapted to protect a structure with at least one vent opening and an access door from invading termites includes a step-up transformer, an AC/DC converter, at lease one wire mesh assembly connected to high DC voltage, and an on-off switch. The high voltage to the wire mesh assembly can be switched on and off in a highly reliable way to ensure safety when people are in proximity to the wire mesh assembly and to guarantee protection from invading termites. In particular, the switch device is integrated into the access door in such a way that the opening of the access door which happens when people need to get into the structure will automatically switch off the power to the high potential circuitry to remove the high potential hazard and the closing of the access door when people leaves the structure will automatically switch on the high potential circuitry to enable energized wire mesh assemblies to electrocute any termites that try to enter the structure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 25, 2013
    Publication date: October 30, 2014
    Inventor: Neil Shumeng Wang
  • Publication number: 20140311017
    Abstract: This is a new method in detection and control of subterranean termites. This method involves building underground stations. To build a station, dig a small area (e.g, 18?×18?) of ground about 1? to 4? deep; then place termite feed or bait or mix of them on the bottom; cover with a plastic sheet; and finally cover it with soil, mulch, or turf. Cardboard can be used as feed among other choices. This method is very effective because the plastic sheet can keep moisture from escaping and preserve the feed/bait. Also when termites are foraging to find food, they will be stopped by the plastic sheet and be gathered there. The layer above the plastic sheet provides good insulation to disturbance. Larger size of the station than a traditional baiting container also helps termites to find the station more quickly and more reliably.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 18, 2013
    Publication date: October 23, 2014
    Inventor: Mifang Ruan
  • Publication number: 20140290124
    Abstract: Systems to eliminate bed bugs may generally comprise a travel article and a heating mechanism to elevate the temperature of the travel article and/or the travel article contents. The travel article may comprise a suit case, luggage, bag, backpack, garment bag, laptop bag, tote bag, purse, trunk and the like. Additionally, the system to eliminate bed bugs may further comprise a collapsible portable enclosure suitable for a traveler to transport the portable enclosure within the travel article, wherein the portable enclosure in an expanded form may comprise a volume sufficient to enclose the travel article, travel article contents, or any other item for which the user wishes to elevate the temperature of the item so as to eliminate bed bugs Among various representative embodiments, bed bug elimination may comprise a method for manufacturing, packaging, marketing and/or selling the bed bug elimination system or device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 27, 2013
    Publication date: October 2, 2014
    Inventor: Christopher M. Aidan
  • Patent number: 8844193
    Abstract: An apparatus for killing and removing ticks from the skin of mammals which includes an aerosol canister. An environmentally safe refrigerant HFO-1234yf is carried within the aerosol canister. A mechanism is for dispensing the environmentally safe refrigerant from the aerosol canister directly onto a tick to immobilize and kill the tick. Another mechanism is for safely removing the dead tick from the skin of a mammal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 19, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 30, 2014
    Inventor: Joseph Luongo
  • Publication number: 20140283437
    Abstract: Herein described is an insect exterminating device. The device has interconnecting tubing segments comprising a gas tubing line and a liquid tubing line which allows the flow of substances there through. The device additionally comprises a tube support assembly for convenient attachment of tubing segments to solid support structures.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 17, 2012
    Publication date: September 25, 2014
    Inventor: Robert BRANNON
  • Publication number: 20140259881
    Abstract: The present invention provides a termite attractant comprising 1-butanol, 2-butanol, or esters, ketones, ethers, carboxylic acids thereof, or salts thereof; a mimic termite-egg comprising the attractant; and a method for exterminating and controlling termites using the attractant or mimic termite-egg.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 19, 2014
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: National University Corporation Okayama University
    Inventors: Kenji MATSUURA, Chihiro HIMURO, Tomoyuki YOKOI
  • Patent number: 8832994
    Abstract: A termite control bait container includes an upper end portion opposite a lower end portion. The bait container includes a chamber containing a termite bait. The lower end portion includes an air-trapping pocket below at least a portion of the bait to reduce intrusion of water through the lower end portion when installed in a selected orientation at least partially below ground.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 3, 2012
    Date of Patent: September 16, 2014
    Assignee: Dow AgroSciences, LLC.
    Inventors: Mike P. Tolley, Phillip J. Howard, Joseph J. DeMark, Donald E. Williams, III
  • Publication number: 20140250768
    Abstract: Systems and methods for controlling and/or preventing infestation of a woody plant by one or more species of pests are provided. In one particular but non-limiting form, a composite member is positioned at a locus near a woody plant that is susceptible to damage by one or more wood-destroying pest species such as termites. The composite member includes a pesticide and a bait material palatable to the one or more wood-destroying pest species. In one aspect, the composite member includes an extruded mixture of the pesticide and bait material. Further embodiments, forms, features, and aspects shall become apparent from the description and drawings.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 28, 2014
    Publication date: September 11, 2014
    Applicant: Dow AgroSciences LLC
    Inventors: Leng C Lee, Ricky Cahyanegara
  • Publication number: 20140245656
    Abstract: A method for killing pests including bed bugs in an affected area comprises heating a fluid to a first temperature and supplying the fluid to each of a plurality of heat exchanger units. The method continues by positioning each of the plurality of heat exchanger units within an associated region of an affected area, each heat exchanger unit being operable to emit heated air by transferring heat from the fluid to ambient air within the affected area. The method concludes by positioning a plurality of air movers proximate to each of the plurality of heat exchanger units, the plurality of air movers being operable to circulate heated air emitted by the plurality of heat exchanger units and inhibit stratification of the heated air. In operation, a temperature difference between the fluid received by the plurality of heat exchanger units and the ambient air within the affected area results in the affected area being raised to a target temperature greater than 122 degrees Fahrenheit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 13, 2014
    Publication date: September 4, 2014
    Applicant: Technologies Holding Corp.
    Inventors: Todd R. DeMonte, Sean M. Ebert, Michael J. Steffes
  • Patent number: 8813435
    Abstract: A method of inhibiting the migration of termites into a structure is provided including the steps of forming a band across exposed faces of external masonry walls of the structure wherein the band is disposed above ground level and includes, at least in part, a settable composition wherein in a set condition the settable composition is sealably engaged with a physical termite barrier, said physical termite barrier forming at least part of a termite barrier extending between a concrete slab of the structure and a mortar course in the external masonry walls.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 2006
    Date of Patent: August 26, 2014
    Assignee: Magisurf Pty Ltd
    Inventors: Anthony William Kennedy, John Charles Hitchen
  • Patent number: 8807449
    Abstract: A pesticide delivery system integrated into an overflow drain system of a bathtub, a sink, or any other water-retaining basin. The pesticide delivery system includes a pesticide intake segment passing through a transition passage, wherein the transition passage is formed through a wall of a section of the overflow drain system. A fluid retentive seal is located between an exterior of the pesticide intake segment and the overflow conduit wall. A pesticide distribution conduit extends from a distribution end of the pesticide intake segment to a termination end. Pesticide can be discharged through a pesticide delivery port located at an end of the pesticide distribution conduit or through a plurality of pesticide distribution ports spatially located along the pesticide distribution conduit. A plurality of pesticide distribution continuation conduits can be in fluid communication with the pesticide distribution conduit to distribute the pesticide along various directions and locations.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2011
    Date of Patent: August 19, 2014
    Inventor: John Obi
  • Publication number: 20140215897
    Abstract: An apparatus (10) that blocks the mobility and/or locomotion of insects by ensnaring the appendages of insects in a fiber (20) pattern.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 1, 2013
    Publication date: August 7, 2014
    Inventor: Kevin McAllister
  • Publication number: 20140215902
    Abstract: A note pad is attached to a device having a weapon-shaped handle and a base. Kinetic force is applied through the device to stun or crush a target pest between a top sheet of the note pad and a wall or floor. The top sheet does not have previously applied adhesive for trapping insects, and hence does not generally adhere to the wall or floor. Some sheets bear amusement indicia, such as the likeness of an unpopular public figure or other target of mockery. After a pest is smashed onto it, smearing indicia, the sheet can be removed, wrapped around the target's remains, and placed in a wastebasket for disposal. The device may be provided alone, or it may be provided together with a note pad, or it may be provided with a note pad and with a stamp or stickers for placing target likenesses on the note pad sheets.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 4, 2014
    Publication date: August 7, 2014
    Inventor: John W. Ogilvie
  • Patent number: 8797168
    Abstract: A pest detection device includes a housing with a sensor and one or more bait members. The sensor includes one or more of a chisel-shaped electrically conductive trace carried on a substrate, a low resistance electrically conductive ink defining an electrical pathway on a substrate with a pointed profile, and/or a substrate including a directional grain structure oriented in a predefined manner relative to an electrically conductive pathway.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 2, 2012
    Date of Patent: August 5, 2014
    Assignee: Dow AgroSciences, LLC.
    Inventors: Mike P. Tolley, Joseph J. DeMark, Donald E. Williams, III, Thomas H. Atkinson, Andrew H. Wurtz, Amy J. Griffin, Eva A. Chin, Marc L. Fisher
  • Publication number: 20140208636
    Abstract: The present invention provides an environmentally safe and highly effective method for killing bed bugs by enclosing infested items, belongings or possessions in a sealed container along with a small amount of certain solvents, the vapors of which kill bed bugs that are present.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 28, 2014
    Publication date: July 31, 2014
    Applicant: FMC CORPORATION
    Inventors: Bruce C. Black, Shreya N. Sheth, Linda Varanyak, Kenneth W. Johnson, Michael J. Manning
  • Publication number: 20140201904
    Abstract: An insect-discouraging device (30) for installation at various sites in a sink system to periodically release an insect-discouraging material (31) without human participation. The insect-discouraging material (31) may comprise formulated chemicals, biological pesticides, viral agents, and/or micro-organisms. Such insect-discouragers are usually available in a variety of forms (e.g., powder, granules, liquid, etc.) whereby a format can be chosen that is compatible with the selected device design and the intended venue.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 22, 2013
    Publication date: July 24, 2014
    Inventor: Michael A. Sapara, Jr.
  • Patent number: 8769866
    Abstract: A high pressure injection system for applying a pesticide includes a portable, handheld application tool and a manifold head connected to the application tool. The manifold head has at least one internal passage. At least one high pressure nozzle is positioned in the manifold head and in fluid communication with the at least one internal passage. The at least one high pressure nozzle is operable at pressures between about 25 psi and about 10,000 psi. A contact plate is mounted to the manifold head and has at least one opening aligned with the at least one high pressure nozzle. A source of pesticide is fluidly connected to the at least one high pressure nozzle. A discharge valve is moveable between a closed position wherein the pesticide is inhibited from flowing to the at least one high pressure nozzle and an opened position wherein pesticide flows to the at least one high pressure nozzle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 23, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 8, 2014
    Assignee: BASF Agro B.V.
    Inventors: James H. Cink, Richard A. Warriner, Chris des Garennes, Peter van Drumpt
  • Patent number: 8756857
    Abstract: In certain embodiments, a system for killing pests in an affected area includes a burner for heating a fluid. Heat exchanger units are placed within associated regions of the affected area. Each heat exchanger unit receives the fluid from the burner and emits heated air by transferring heat from the fluid to ambient air within the affected area. Air movers are positioned to circulate the heated air emitted by the heat exchanger units and prevent stratification of the heated air. A temperature difference between the fluid received by the heat exchanger units and the ambient air within the affected area results the affected area being raised to a target temperature greater than 122 degrees Fahrenheit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 2011
    Date of Patent: June 24, 2014
    Assignee: Technologies Holdings Corp.
    Inventors: Todd R. DeMonte, Sean M. Ebert, Michael J. Steffes
  • Publication number: 20140157653
    Abstract: A insect control device includes an inverted poison spray can with a multi-functional lid for catching, containing, killing or disposing of insects. The insect control device can contain the insect, so the user does not have to grab it and perhaps drop and lose it. The insect control device includes an aperture for closing the insect within the lid and allows the user to spray insecticide onto an insect contained within the inverted lid. The lid design contains the insecticide and concentrates it use onto the insect, where desired, rather than getting the insecticide onto the users walls, floors, ceilings or the like. If the user desires, they can carry the insect control device, with the aperture closed and the insect contained in the lid, to a location to release the insect. Typically, the lid will be clear or transparent to allow the user to see inside the lid.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 10, 2012
    Publication date: June 12, 2014
    Inventor: Natheer Ahmed Gellani
  • Patent number: 8742296
    Abstract: The present invention is a self-inflating heat sanitizer, which uses convective heat transfer to eradicate bed bugs within an item. The heater unit propagates and reheats the air within the present invention as the heated air flows through the present invention. The heat chamber enclosure is a compartment that allows the heated air to circulate around the item and raise the temperature of the item to above 140° F. The structure of the heat chamber enclosure is inflatable walls, which are pressurized when the heated air flows into the heat chamber enclosure. The heated air will then vent out of the inflatable walls into the treatment volume, where the item is located. The insulated ducts lead the heated air from the heater unit into the inflatable walls and lead the heated air from the treatment volume back to the heater unit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 26, 2011
    Date of Patent: June 3, 2014
    Assignee: Joseph Anthony Bermudez
    Inventor: Joseph Anthony Bermudez
  • Publication number: 20140144068
    Abstract: A method for killing pests in an affected area of a structure, comprises positioning a heat exchanger unit within an affected area, coupling a first end of an inlet hose to a faucet, and coupling a second end of the inlet hose to an inlet port of the heat exchanger unit such that the heat exchanger unit may receive a flow of water from the faucet. The heat exchanger unit generates heated air by transferring heat from the flow of water received from the faucet to air flowing through the heat exchanger unit. The method continues by positioning an electric heater proximate to the heat exchanger unit, the electric heater operable to further heat the heated air emitted by the heat exchanger unit to a target temperature greater than 120 degrees Fahrenheit, the further heated air being emitted into the affected area.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 30, 2014
    Publication date: May 29, 2014
    Applicant: Technologies Holdings Corp.
    Inventors: Timothy S. O'Brien, Eric P. Camenga
  • Publication number: 20140144067
    Abstract: The disclosure is directed to a manhole cover, comprising: an upper transparent disc; a lower transparent disc coupled to the upper disc; and means for emitting electromagnetic radiation at a predetermined wavelength that is narrower than full spectrum, the means for emitting electromagnetic radiation operably coupled to the lower disc, wherein: the upper disc has a diameter larger than the lower disc, and the predetermined wavelength is configured to inhibit vermin from inhabiting the volume irradiated by the means for emitting electromagnetic radiation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 28, 2013
    Publication date: May 29, 2014
    Inventor: Itzhak Shefer
  • Patent number: 8733015
    Abstract: A method and system for disinfecting and disinfesting a commodity, such as a perishable agricultural commodity, by treatment with an environment of low oxygen/high ballast gas with cycled pressure changes that overwhelm and damage the respiratory system of the insect without damaging the host commodity. The system and method may also include the introduction of disinfectants, antiseptics and other toxic chemicals or the exposure to radio frequencies with intense electric fields that may increase the metabolic activity of the pest or decrease the fitness of the pest within the low oxygen environment. Treatments according to the methods can also increase the shelf life of agricultural commodities by eradicating or delaying the growth of bacteria, fungi, protozoa and other microbial pests.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 11, 2011
    Date of Patent: May 27, 2014
    Assignee: The Regents of the University of California
    Inventors: Manuel C. Lagunas-Solar, Timothy K. Essert
  • Patent number: 8726539
    Abstract: A gas heater with specialized controls allows an operator to deploy a single device to heat and to dry when extracting moisture from a structure. The heater has a fan in a blow thru arrangement ahead of a burner. The burner uses either natural gas or liquefied petroleum gas. The heater has air flow, fan motor, temperature, and ignition controls and sensors. The heater delivers high temperature air to the structure that hastens evaporation as the heated air absorbs great concentrations of water vapor. Then the moisture laden heated air exits the building as the heater draws in fresh air, ducts it into a structure, and pressurizes the structure. This moisture laden air then leaks from the building through select windows using the energy imparted from the fan and then exhausts the moisture to the atmosphere, drying the structure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 18, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: Cambridge Engineering, Inc.
    Inventors: Gary J. Potter, Marc Braun, Jeffrey A. Kieffer
  • Patent number: 8726564
    Abstract: A method and system for disinfecting and disinfesting a commodity, such as a perishable agricultural commodity, by treatment with an environment of low oxygen/high ballast gas with cycled pressure changes that overwhelm and damage the respiratory system of the insect without damaging the host commodity. The system and method may also include the introduction of disinfectants, antiseptics and other toxic chemicals or the exposure to radio frequencies with intense electric fields that may increase the metabolic activity of the pest or decrease the fitness of the pest within the low oxygen environment. Treatments according to the methods can also increase the shelf life of agricultural commodities by eradicating or delaying the growth of bacteria, fungi, protozoa and other microbial pests.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 11, 2011
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: The Regents of the University of California
    Inventors: Manuel C. Lagunas-Solar, Timothy K. Essert
  • Publication number: 20140130399
    Abstract: The present invention discloses devices and methods for a durable insect bait station. Such devices including a membrane for providing access to the bait station, the membrane adapted to be permeable to volatile components, the membrane configured to allow easy insect-probe penetration, and to be resistant to degradation caused by outdoor environmental conditions and/or harsh indoor environmental conditions. Preferably, the membrane has at least one inclusion. Preferably, the membrane has at least one perforation. Preferably, the device further includes a bait core for providing bait to the bait station, the bait core including a sugar-source bait, at least one oral and/or contact insect toxin, and a solvent, wherein the bait core is configured to be substantially in direct contact with the membrane. Most preferably, the bait core further includes an odorant. Most preferably, the bait core further includes a fibrous material as a support for the membrane.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 11, 2013
    Publication date: May 15, 2014
    Applicant: Westham Ltd
    Inventor: Izhar Halahmi
  • Patent number: 8720109
    Abstract: In certain embodiments, a system for killing pests in an affected area includes a heat exchanger unit and an electric heater. The heat exchanger unit is placed within the affected area and is coupled to a faucet. The heat exchanger unit is configured to receive a flow of water from the faucet and to emit heated air by transferring heat from the flow of water to air flowing through the heat exchanger unit. The electric heater further heats the air emitted by the heat exchanger unit to a target temperature greater than 120 degrees Fahrenheit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 25, 2011
    Date of Patent: May 13, 2014
    Assignee: Technologies Holdings Corp.
    Inventors: Timothy S. O'Brien, Eric P. Camenga
  • Patent number: 8720108
    Abstract: A composition in compacted form for use for termite monitoring and control comprises a cellulose material which may be purified cellulose or micro-crystalline cellulose as a base bait, the composition being compacted to an optimum density of not less than approximately 1.033 g/cc. Also disclosed is a method for monitoring and controlling termite infestations which comprises the steps of a) preparing such a composition; b) placing the composition in a bait station; c) monitoring the station at periodic time intervals for termites; and d) upon observing termite infestation in the bait station, replacing the above composition with a bait composition containing a termite killing agent.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 5, 2006
    Date of Patent: May 13, 2014
    Assignee: BASF Corporation
    Inventors: Jeffrey A. Martin, Sr., Ronald O. Richardson
  • Publication number: 20140115950
    Abstract: The invention provides an apparatus and method for exterminating insects using at least a pair of spaced apart electrodes mounted within or on a supporting member, while preventing electric shock hazards to humans, household pets and animals. The electrodes are spaced apart in either horizontal or vertical planes. Optional capacitance sensor may be employed to selectively activate or deactivate the apparatus. The invention further provides means to maintain effectiveness by using redundant electrode pairs coupled to the same or unique voltage if one pair of electrodes is rendered inoperable due to the presence of an electrocuted insect across it or by providing an automatic collection means using a small vehicle or a notification signal to notify a human or robotic vacuum cleaner that collection is needed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 28, 2013
    Publication date: May 1, 2014
    Inventor: T. Eric Chornenky
  • Patent number: 8707616
    Abstract: The present invention provides an environmentally safe and highly effective method for killing bed bugs by enclosing infested items, belongings or possessions in a sealed container along with a small amount of certain solvents, the vapors of which kill bed bugs that are present.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2011
    Date of Patent: April 29, 2014
    Assignee: FMC Corporation
    Inventors: Bruce C. Black, Shreya N. Sheth, Linda A. Varanyak, Kenneth W. Johnson, Michael J. Manning
  • Patent number: 8709396
    Abstract: The invention is a method for attracting mosquitoes by producing a volatilized acid by combining an acid precursor with water to produce the humidified vapor acid attractant, preferably hydrogen chloride. The humidified volatilized acid can be further combined with carbon dioxide, or carbon dioxide can be simultaneously produced to attract mosquitoes. The acid precursor can be a hydrate of ferric chloride, such as ferric chloride hexahydrate. The acid precursor can be impregnated in a carrier, and can be combined with water through exposure to water vapor in the atmosphere, the intentional addition of water, or water produced by a chemical reaction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 18, 2008
    Date of Patent: April 29, 2014
    Assignee: Premark FEG L.L.C.
    Inventors: Joel Tenney, Tom Isaac, William Ernst
  • Publication number: 20140101985
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to polymer devices impregnated with semiochemical attractants for termites. The materials for delivering the semiochemicals are preferably cellulose-free. Devices of the subject invention are placed in soil and provide a slow-release and permeation of the semiochemicals into the adjacent soil so that termites tunneling in the vicinity are directed toward the chemical sources. Because the semiochemicals are impregnated in the polymer, the device also protects the semiochemicals so that they do not degrade rapidly under field conditions. In a preferred embodiment, the subject invention comprises a durable station housing, preferably with a removable bait, wherein the body of the station housing itself is impregnated with a semiochemical attractant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 14, 2013
    Publication date: April 17, 2014
    Applicant: UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA RESEARCH FOUNDATION, INC.
    Inventor: NAN-YAO SU
  • Patent number: 8689481
    Abstract: Disclosed are designs and methods for integrating heating film onto surfaces and enclosures that are useful for preventing the infestation of pests. Specifically, designs to increase the effective heating area and location of said heating film within enclosures such as suitcases. Also, the use of heating films to create a thermal barrier to prevent pests from crawling across a surface. Heating films can be utilized that are inexpensive, low-profile, and lightweight.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 2011
    Date of Patent: April 8, 2014
    Assignee: Pab Two, LLC
    Inventor: Michael David Lindsey
  • Patent number: 8677679
    Abstract: In one aspect, the present invention is directed to an ampoule for the storage and dispersion of a volatile liquid comprised of (a) an outer shell composed of an impermeable material and defining at least one opening; (b) a porous diffusion member defining an internal reservoir positioned inside said outer shell; (c) a volatile liquid contained within such internal reservoir; and (d) a film member adhered to the outer shell and covering the at least one opening; wherein the film member is disposed such that an air space is present between the porous diffusion member and the film member; and wherein the porous diffusion member is configured such that molecules of the volatile liquid can only enter into the air space via diffusion through the porous diffusion member. Such ampoules are particularly suited for the storage and dispersion of organic chemicals useful as bed bug attractants, such as a C8-C12 alkane.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2010
    Date of Patent: March 25, 2014
    Assignee: FMC Corporation
    Inventors: Bruce C. Black, Shreya J. Shah, Linda A. Varanyak, Keith F. Woodruff
  • Patent number: 8677677
    Abstract: An insect trap and lighting device for an insect trap suitable for trapping light-attracted insects, in particular indoor nuisance insects that overwinter indoors, including true bugs, lady beetles, and flies. The lighting device may be attached to the base or the top of the trap, and includes light-emitting elements that are directed towards the trap, and are configured to lure target insects toward the trap entryway. In an embodiment, the trap includes an entrapment chamber with an internal cone with an opening at both ends, and a collar over a distal end. A vanes assembly extends toward entryways. In an embodiment, the light fixture comprises a cap that fits over the trap and directs light into the trap through the entrapment chamber wall. The lighting elements may be selected to emit light in a narrow band selected to attract the target insect.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 10, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 25, 2014
    Assignee: Sterling International Inc.
    Inventors: Rodney G. Schneidmiller, Qing-He Zhang, Marc Chapin
  • Publication number: 20140068999
    Abstract: An insect elimination device has an outer grid with an inner grid disposed within the outer grid. A voltage source powers the inner grid, the outer grid or both. A warming tube is disposed within the inner grid and provides a thermal lure. A UV light source is disposed within the warming tube to provide a first optical lure. A control circuit controls the duty cycle, which is greater than 0% and less than 100%, of the UV light source while the voltage source is powering the elimination zone of the inner grid and the outer grid to keep the thermal lure within a predetermined temperature range.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 30, 2013
    Publication date: March 13, 2014
    Inventor: Michael Singleton
  • Publication number: 20140073605
    Abstract: There is provided a method for the removal and control of arthropod infestation comprising the cleaning of surfaces and objects within an interior dwelling space using a high efficiency water extraction device, utilizing water that is heated to a temperature sufficient to kill the pest, and to which is added a cleaning agent comprising a surfactant that imparts a surface tension of between about 15 and about 30 dynes/cm, (a “super wetting agent”); in combination with application of an effective arthropod control composition to surfaces and objects within the interior dwelling spaces, the arthropod control composition comprising an arthropod control agent and a surfactant that imparts a surface tension of below about 30 dynes/cm.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 13, 2013
    Publication date: March 13, 2014
    Applicant: MARIA BEUG-DEEB INC. DBA T&M ASSOCIATES
    Inventors: Thomas M. Deeb, Maria U.D. Beug-Deeb
  • Patent number: 8661728
    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.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 21, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 4, 2014
    Assignee: Dow AgroSciences, LLC
    Inventors: Paul W. Borth, Nailah Orr, Peter N. Scherer, Brian M. Schneider, Mike P. Tolley, Christopher J. Voglewede, Gary D. Crouse, David G. McCaskill, Kerm Y. Yau, Edward L. Olberding, Joseph J. DeMark, Marc L. Fisher
  • Patent number: 8663621
    Abstract: An unsaturated hydroxyl-ester pheromone for the neotropical root weevil Diaprepes abbreviatus has been isolated, identified and synthesized. It is useful for trapping the weevil to reduce or prevent damage to plants.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 18, 2013
    Date of Patent: March 4, 2014
    Assignee: The United States of America, as represented by The Secretary of Agriculture
    Inventors: Stephen L Lapointe, Ashot Khrimian, Joseph C Dickens, Peter Edmund Alan Teal, Fatma Kaplan
  • Publication number: 20140053452
    Abstract: The present invention relates to trap apparatuses for trapping insects therein. Specifically, the trap apparatuses comprise a conically-shaped passage leading to a holding reservoir for holding the insects therein. Flanges may be disposed at the bottom of the conically-shaped passage portion for securing the same over or otherwise in proximity to an insect nest. The insect trap apparatuses of the present invention are particularly useful for trapping yellow jackets and other like insects that create nests in the ground, in cracks in walls or other vertical structures, or other similar areas.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 26, 2013
    Publication date: February 27, 2014
    Inventor: Ron Hall, JR.
  • Publication number: 20140041284
    Abstract: This disclosure provides a device and a method to eradicate pests, specifically bed bugs by applying heat. The device includes a bag having an inner surface made of thermoreflective material. Preferably the walls and the bottom of the bag are double layered and at least one heater is inserted in between the double layers. The infested clothing is inserted into the bag and after closing the bag the heater is turned on for a short period of time to increase the temperature to 150-220 F. Once the temperature has been reached the heater is turned off and a minimum temperature of 150 F is maintained in the bag.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 9, 2013
    Publication date: February 13, 2014
    Inventor: Todd Nugent
  • Publication number: 20140041285
    Abstract: An open mesh insect control material is described which includes an insect contact surface, an internal surface, apertures communicating both surfaces and a plurality of filamentous projections protruding from the insect contact surface the projections at least partly occlude the apertures. The structure is suitable for use in pest control especially as a mosquito net.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 13, 2012
    Publication date: February 13, 2014
    Applicant: INSECTSHIELD LIMITED
    Inventors: Stephen John Russell, John Bruce Alexander
  • Publication number: 20140038821
    Abstract: Disclosed are compounds of Formula 1, including all geometric and stereoisomers, N-oxides, and salts thereof, wherein A1, A2, A3, A4, A5 and A6 are independently selected from the group consisting of CR3 and N; provided that at most 3 of A1, A2, A3, A4, A5 and A6 is N; B1, B2 and B3 are independently selected from the group consisting of CR2 and N; each R3 is independently H, halogen, C1-C6 alkyl, C1-C6 haloalkyl, C3-C6 cycloalkyl, C3-C6 halocycloalkyl, C1-C6 alkoxy, C1-C6 haloalkoxy, C1-C6 alkylthio, C1-C6 haloalkylthio, C1-C6 alkylsulfinyl, C1-C6 haloalkylsulfinyl, C1-C6 alkylsulfonyl, C1-C6 haloalkylsulfonyl, C1-C6 alkylamino, C2-C6 dialkylamino, —CN or —NO2; and R1, R2, R4, R5, W and n are as defined in the disclosure. Also disclosed are compositions containing the compounds of Formula 1 and methods for controlling an invertebrate pest comprising contacting the invertebrate pest or its environment with a biologically effective amount of a compound or a composition of the invention.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 7, 2013
    Publication date: February 6, 2014
    Applicant: E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Company
    Inventors: George Philip Lahm, Wesley Lawrence Shoop, Ming Xu