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20080216389 | SUBSURFACE INSECT DETECTION AND PESTICIDE INJECTION SYSTEM - A subsurface pest detection and pesticide injection system in combination with a structure having a foundation including a tubular conduit disposed adjacent the foundation of the structure. The tubular conduit has a plurality of pores extending through the sidewall of the tubular conduit. The tubular conduit is constructed of an elastomeric material such that upon applying a negative internal pressure to the tubular conduit the pores of the tubular conduit are caused to open to permit the drawing of gas into the tubular conduit, and upon removal of the negative internal pressure the pores are caused to close so that the pores remain substantially clog free. A means for applying a negative internal pressure is in gas communication with the tubular conduit to cause the pores of the tubular conduit to open and cause gas to be drawn into the tubular conduit. A gas detecting sensor is in gas communication with the tubular conduit to monitor the gas in the tubular conduit for the presence of a gas that indicates the presence of pests near the foundation of the structure. A source of pressurized pesticide connected to the tubular conduit so as to apply a positive internal pressure to the tubular conduit and cause the pores of the tubular conduit to open and permit the release of pesticide from the tubular conduit adjacent the foundation of the structure. | 09-11-2008 |
20080222943 | Method for Controlling Bark Beetle Populations by Controlling Bark Beetle Antagonists - The invention relates to a natural method for controlling bark beetle populations by controlling the predators of bark beetle. Said method comprises aggregating bark beetle predators in the natural environment of the bark beetles by applying a chemical attractant effecting attraction of predators of the bark beetles to be controlled in those locations where a control of the bark beetle population is desired. | 09-18-2008 |
20090000181 | ABOVE-GROUND TERMITE STATION - In an above-ground termite station for detecting and controlling termites above ground in an operating configuration of the termite station, a container of the termite station defines an interior space and is at least in part configured for abutting against and being mounted on an above-ground mounting surface. The container is configurable between a closed configuration and an open configuration in which the interior space of the container is accessible while the container is mounted on the mounting surface. A cartridge is sized and configured for insertion in and removal from the interior space of the container and is generally an aggregation member, a bait matrix separate from the aggregation member, and a holder at least in part holding the aggregation member and bait matrix in assembly with the holder for positioning of the cartridge relative to the interior space of the container as a single unit. | 01-01-2009 |
20090000182 | METHOD OF MONITORING AND CONTROLLING TERMITES WITH HEAT-TREATED WOOD - In a method of monitoring and/or controlling termite populations in an area accessible to the termites a wood that has been heat-treated to a temperature of greater than about 150 degrees C (302 degrees F) is located in the area and monitored. A toxic bait may also be located in the area. In another method, a toxic bait that contains a toxicant and wood that has been heat-treated to a temperature of at least about 150 degrees C (302 degrees F) may be located in the area. | 01-01-2009 |
20090031612 | NON-CHEMICAL FLY REPELLANT DEVICE - This invention relates to a non-chemical device for repelling flies from a building entrance or outside area. The device repels flies from such environments using the prismatic effect of ambient light passing through the clear rigid housing of the device, through the fluid contained within, and reflecting off a reflective element within the fluid. The device may be constructed such that a vacuum is created within the housing in order to prevent the growth of aerobic organisms within the device. | 02-05-2009 |
20090071062 | METHOD FOR REMOVING OR TREATING HARMFUL BIOLOGICAL AND CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES WITHIN STRUCTURES AND ENCLOSURES - A process for removing or treating harmful biological and chemical substances from an enclosure, such as a building or vehicle by using heated air. The method of the present invention is non-toxic and can be performed in a relatively short amount of time while effectively killing and removing a large proportion of dead organisms and substantially reducing volatile organic compounds. | 03-19-2009 |
20090090045 | Method and apparatus for monitoring, baiting and exterminating pests - An apparatus that can be placed into a surface or substrata, such as soil or a wall, to or within baiting and, if desired, exterminating of populations of pests situated or behind or within such surface. In one embodiment, the apparatus comprises a body member that can be anchored into the surface to be monitored, and a removable cap that can be locked in place to prevent access to the body member. If desired, bait can be attached to the bottom of the cap member and inserted within such surface. | 04-09-2009 |
20090165359 | NOVEL BACILLUS THURINGIENSIS STRAIN FOR INHIBITING INSECT PESTS - A novel bacterial strain of | 07-02-2009 |
20090241410 | APPARATUS FOR PROTECTING AGAINST INSECT ATTACKS - Herein disclosed are apparatus and methods for protecting against and stopping an attack by flying stinging insects. Such an apparatus comprises a tank configured to contain a surfactant solution; a pump in fluid communication with the tank; a delivery system having at least one nozzle; a first tubular member fluidly connecting the tank and the delivery system; and an actuator coupled to the pump and operable by the operator of the vehicle, for activating the pump; wherein the tank, the pump, the delivery system, and the first tubular member are attached to a ridable vehicle and configured to deliver the surfactant solution onto the operator and the attacking insects at a flow rate in the range of 1-3 gallons/min, to dispel the insect attack, upon operation of the actuator when the assembly is used to stop an attack of aggressive flying stinging insects. | 10-01-2009 |
20090265977 | Portable Insect Misting System - A portable, light-activated, mist sprayer system comprising direct current power supply, a container of treating fluid at a desired concentration; a motor and pump that are activated at the appropriate time as determined by the switch or timer; at least one sprayer nozzle that will dispense a mist containing the treating fluid whenever the pump is operating; and a timer that turns off the pump after a preset interval to terminate the spraying cycle. A preferred utility for the system of the invention is spraying dilute solutions of insecticide or insect repellent in a mobile fashion while in areas away from a power source or away from larger stored amounts of insecticides. | 10-29-2009 |
20090277076 | Device For Elimination Of Mosquitoes And Flying Pests - The present invention provides a device for eliminating mosquitoes and other harmful flying insects by eradicating the eggs and larvae laid or deposited in the device. The device is an electrically operated, self-contained, compact device that eliminates harmful flying insects and/or mosquitoes by attracting the insects to lay their eggs in a body of liquid within the device. This is accomplished with the use of attractants in the device, in the liquid, on the device, or around the device. The body of liquid acts as a breeding ground which is then periodically drained by a valve onto a screen or mesh of sufficient size to filter and separate eggs and larvae from the liquid. The eggs and larvae are then crushed, smashed, or otherwise destroyed by mechanical means. The liquid flows through a filter media, making it ready to be recycled from a reserve tank for reuse in refilling the body of liquid in the device. | 11-12-2009 |
20090288335 | PEST CONTROL SYSTEM AND METHOD - In a system and method for at least one of monitoring and controlling pests, a container having an interior chamber, is located in an area in which pests are to be at least one of monitored and controlled. At least a portion of the container is constructed of an environmentally degradable plastic. At least one of a pest monitoring material and a pest bait material is disposed within the interior chamber of the container for at least one of monitoring and controlling pests. The container is inspected at least once prior to the end of a predetermined time period to determine whether pests are present within the container. The container is replaced, along with the at least one of the monitoring material and the bait material, no later than about six months beyond the predetermined period of time following placement of the container in the area. | 11-26-2009 |
20090300968 | BAIT STATION FOR TERMITE CONTROL - The present invention is directed to a device for monitoring, detecting and/or controlling subterranean termites comprising an outer housing adapted to be implanted in the ground having a plurality of openings through a side wall of the outer housing for passage of termites through the openings into an interior of the outer housing; and a bait cartridge comprising a major amount of a termite edible material and a minor amount of a termite resistant material, wherein the termite edible material comprises at least two different forms of a cellulose containing material; and, optionally, a termite-edible sleeve engaged with the side wall of the outer housing and covering at least a portion of said side wall, which sleeve comprises a cellulose containing material having substantially the same form as at least one of the cellulose containing materials from which the bait cartridge is formed. | 12-10-2009 |
20100018107 | Method and means for controlling the population of mosquitoes in a non-toxic manner - A mosquito control capsule is provided which may be dropped in a body of water such as a livestock water tank, automatic livestock waterer, rain barrels, standing water or puddles. The capsule is comprised of a water-soluble material containing either soybean oil or corn oil with the capsule dissolving upon being placed in the body of water so that a thin film of oil covers the upper surface of the body of water to control the mosquito population. The capsule itself and the oil contained therein are non-toxic and are harmless to animals. | 01-28-2010 |
20100024280 | Termite Control System and Method - A method and system for delivering termite control material to selected portions of a land mass on which a structure is located are provided. Termite control material is delivered to selected portions of a land mass on which a structure is located, according to a predetermined zoned delivery plan that is based at least on the structure configuration, the entry areas at which entry of termites into the structure is most likely, and the hydraulic limitations of the fluid delivery conduit forming the delivery conduit system. Termite control material is delivered from the fluid delivery conduit system to selected delivery area(s) of the land mass through pressure compensating, root inhibiting emitters at predetermined locations in the fluid delivery conduit of the fluid delivery conduit system with verification of treatment through strategically placed moisture sensors. In one implementation of the principles of the present invention, the predetermined zoned delivery plan is designed to enable termite control material to be delivered to the land mass about the perimeter of the structure. In another implementation, the predetermined zoned delivery plan is designed to enable termite control material to be delivered to area(s) of the land mass that are proximate to locations at which entry of termites into the structure is most likely. In yet another implementation, the predetermined zoned delivery plan is designed to enable deliver termite control material to be delivered to the land mass below the entire foundation of the structure. Thus, the present invention provides a zone based control distribution system with verification of uniform, pesticide distribution. | 02-04-2010 |
20100071258 | Insect eradication system and method - System, kit, and method for treating bed bugs or other pests in a room. The system comprises an electric heater that is formed by joining separate parts or sections. A first heater section may comprise a number of electrically energized heater coils and the second section may comprise a fan and a fan motor. The system may also comprise a number of temperature-sensing probes to be installed at locations within the room. The system may also comprise an electronic data recorder to receive and record temperature readings from the temperature-sensing probes. The room may be gradually heated to a temperature that is lethal for bed bugs and other pests. Once the lethal temperature is reached, the room may be heated for a time period. | 03-25-2010 |
20100132245 | INSECTICIDAL BARRIER PARTLY WITH SYNERGIST - An insecticidal barrier ( | 06-03-2010 |
20100186284 | Photonic fence - A system for tracking airborne organisms includes an imager, a backlight source (such as a retroreflective surface) in view of the imager, and a processor configured to analyze one or more images captured by the processor to identify a biological property of an organism. | 07-29-2010 |
20100186285 | ARRANGEMENT FOR DESTROYING VERMIN - The invention relates to an arrangement for destroying vermin ( | 07-29-2010 |
20100287817 | Method for Ant Control - The present invention relates to a method for controlling carpenter ants comprising applying an insecticidally effective amount of a composition comprising:
| 11-18-2010 |
20100287818 | Method for Controlling Subterranean Termite Activity by Forming a Barrier - The present invention is directed to a method of protecting a man made structure containing wood and cellulose materials from subterranean termite damage, including reducing termite tubing on building surfaces, comprising applying a termiticidal composition in a band to the lowest portions of the interior and/or exterior surfaces of the structure, wherein the composition comprises a bifenthrin component. | 11-18-2010 |
20110047861 | BAIT FOR HUMID REGIONS - The present invention is related to bait which is water resistance, especially for fire ants. Its water resistance, anti-oxidation and the use of fire ants favorite eating formula which can mix with different toxic substances, and the production is easy and low cost, suitable for use in Taiwan or other humid areas to control fire ants. | 03-03-2011 |
20110083359 | FLYING PEST DETERRENT DEVICE - A flying pest deterrent device. Streamers are attached to fan blades of an electric fan. The rotary motion of the fan blades creates relative wind causing the streamers to move erratically through the air thereby creating a flying pest deterrent area. In a preferred embodiment the fan is a portable fan creating a flying pest deterrent area over food and the flying pests are flies. | 04-14-2011 |
20110289824 | COMPOUNDS, METHODS, AND DEVICES FOR DETECTING AND/OR TREATING INSECT INFESTATION - Compounds, compositions, kits, devices, and methods of attracting, arresting, aggregating, detecting, eradicating, controlling, or killing an insect, such as a bed bug, by utilizing insect attractant, aggregating, or arresting compounds and compositions 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. | 12-01-2011 |
20110289825 | PEST ERADICATION DEVICE - Generally, a structure for eradication of insects and method of treating materials infested with insects. Specifically, a support structure which engages a flexible enclosure to define an enclosed space in which heat can be controlled over a period of time to eradicate insects inside of the enclosed space. | 12-01-2011 |
20110308138 | Method for the Eradication of Pathogenic Microorganisms in an Aqueous System - 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. | 12-22-2011 |
20110308139 | Pest eradication system - Generally, a structure for eradication of insects and method of treating materials infested with insects. Specifically, a support structure which engages a flexible enclosure to define an enclosed space in which heat can be controlled over a period of time to eradicate insects inside of the enclosed space. | 12-22-2011 |
20120005948 | DISINFESTATION AND DISINFECTION OF FOOD, PERISHABLES AND OTHER COMMODITIES - 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. | 01-12-2012 |
20120023808 | DISINFESTATION AND DISINFECTION OF FOOD, PERISHABLES AND OTHER COMMODITIES - 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. | 02-02-2012 |
20120042563 | ROBOTIC PESTICIDE APPLICATION - The illustrative embodiments provide an apparatus for performing horticultural tasks comprising a processor unit, a first number of communication links from the processor unit to a plurality of databases stored on a number of data storage devices, and a second number of communication links from the processor unit to a diagnostic system. The processor unit is configured to execute the diagnostic system and access the plurality of databases on the number of data storage devices to identify a pest problem and generate a treatment plan to address the pest problem. | 02-23-2012 |
20120066961 | Fire Ant Suppression System - The present disclosure illustrates a method, apparatus and system for treating fire ant mounds. One or more aspects comprise a pressure vessel for holding water and steam, a water-heating circuitous pipe network for heating water and a steam-heating circuitous pipe network for heating steam. A heat source contemporaneously heats the water-heating circuitous pipe network, the steam-heating circuitous pipe network and the pressure vessel. Steam is generated, superheated and is supplied to a probe for applying steam to fire ant mounds. A nozzle containing counter-sunken ports may be attached to the probe. A sliding hammer to aid insertion and extraction may be fixed to the probe. An articulated protective shroud attached to the probe remains in contact with the ant mound surface. | 03-22-2012 |
20120090219 | APPARATUS FOR KILLING AND REMOVING TICKS - 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. | 04-19-2012 |
20120096761 | A METHOD AND A KIT OF PARTS FOR DECONTAMINATING A MATTRESS OR OTHER EFFECTS - The invention relates to a method for decontaminating a mattress ( | 04-26-2012 |
20120159837 | COMPRESSED GAS INSECTICIDE DUST APPLICATOR - Applicants provide an application for a dust insecticide for pest control in residential, commercial or other properties. The applicator consists of an assembly, including a dust container and a compressed gas cylinder. The compressed gas cylinder is connected by a high pressure hose to a blowgun that has a barrel attached to it. At the end of the barrel is a nozzle. The nozzle receives dust through an elongated tube from a dust container. A venturi in a nozzle with a small opening proximate to the venturi creates a vacuum when compressed air is forced through it and sucks in dust from the dust container. The insecticide dust mixes with the compressed gas and is fired out of an outlet tube connected to the nozzle. The stream of high pressure compressed gas with an insecticide mixed to be directed at areas around building structures where pests may be found. | 06-28-2012 |
20120186139 | Portable Heating System and Method for Pest Control - 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. | 07-26-2012 |
20120186140 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR TREATING INSECT PESTS - The invention provides a system and method for the treatment of insect pests and their eggs. A collapsible enclosure is provided which operates under positive pressure to heat treat household or other items placed therein. A controller may be provided in certain embodiments to allow programming of a treatment cycle. | 07-26-2012 |
20120192479 | Heated enclosure for killing bed bugs located within luggage - A heated enclosure for killing bed bugs located within luggage. A first rectangular housing has a roll up door located at the front. A second housing is attached to the side of the first housing. The second housing wall is vented to allow for the inflow of air. The first housing can retain a plurality of luggage items. A perforated vertical wall separates the first housing from the second housing. The first housing can accept plurality of wire form trays, each the tray capable of holding one or more items of luggage or suitcases. The second housing enclosing a plurality of heating elements and a plurality of tangential blower fan assemblies as well as a thermostat, a digital timer circuit, an LED display, an indicator light on off switch and safety switch. A power cord and plug provides power to the electrical components in the second housing. | 08-02-2012 |
20120204478 | HEATER AND METHOD FOR HEATING AN ENCLOSURE TO ERADICATE INSECTS - A heater for eradicating insects can include an elongated housing that includes a sidewall that extends between spaced apart first and second ends. The housing includes an inlet at the first end configured to intake ambient air and an outlet extending radially through the sidewall adjacent the second end. A fan within the housing includes blades and a motor. The blades are located between the motor and the inlet, and the motor configured to rotate the blades to move the ambient air from the inlet toward the second end of the housing. A plurality of heating elements are mounted within the housing at a radial position that is adjacent the sidewall and at an axial position that is near the outlet. A controller is configured to control the fan and the plurality of heating elements to produce outflow of heated air from the outlet with a predetermined temperature and for a duration sufficient to eradicate insects. | 08-16-2012 |
20120210630 | Insect-Control Patch - Apparatus and methods for controlling insects. Some embodiments provide apparatus (for instance patches) comprising one or more layers of degradable materials impregnated with respective insect-control materials. A first impregnated layer defines an effective thickness and degrades at a rate dependent on an environmental factor to thereby expose a portion of the insect-control material impregnated therein at a depth corresponding to the decreased thickness. As the first degradable layer degrades in a multi-layer insect-control patch it also exposes the second layer (which is attached to the first layer) at a rate corresponding to the degradation of the first layer. A barrier impervious to the second insect-control material can be attached to the second layer. In some embodiments the first and second degradable materials are the same material and the second impregnated layer is formed on the first impregnated layer thereby bonding them together. | 08-23-2012 |
20120216444 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR TREATING INSECT PESTS - The invention provides a system and method for elimination of insect pests and their eggs. A collapsible enclosure, intended to promote portability, is provided which operates under positive pressure to heat treat household or other items placed therein. A primary controller controlling a primary heater and at least one secondary controller, each secondary controller in connection with a secondary heater is provided in certain | 08-30-2012 |
20120216445 | METHOD FOR KILLING TICKS AND OTHER VECTORS USING A HEATED WATER SYSTEM - A non-chemical, organic method to kill/control ticks and other vectors using heated water is disclosed. The method causes no immediate or residual toxicity to humans, pets, beneficial insects, and wildlife, and may be employed in both residential and commercial settings. The method employs water temperatures from about 145° F. to about 155° F. to kill/control ticks and other vectors without damaging plants. The method can be adapted to higher water temperatures to kill/control unwanted vegetation that is the primary habitat for ticks and other vectors, with the least environmental impact. Delicate plants can be pre-treated using a thermally-insulated backpack. A specialized nozzle for use in the present method is also disclosed. | 08-30-2012 |
20120227314 | STEAM APPARATUS TO KILL ANTS - A steam apparatus to kill ants includes a pipe member, a cover member and a steam generator. The pipe member can be filled with high-temperature steam to send steam through apertures disposed at the lower end of the pipe member. The steam generator is a gas-heating boiler and movable. The steam generator generates steam to be sent to the pipe member. When in use, the bottom end of the pipe member is inserted into an ant nest in the soil. The cover member encloses the surface of the soil, such that the steam from the steam generator is poured into the ant nest to kill the fire ants completely. | 09-13-2012 |
20120266522 | Kinetic Non-Adhesive Pest Control Tools and Techniques - A note pad is attached to a device having a 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. The note pad top sheet can be removed, wrapped around the target's remains, and placed in a wastebasket for disposal. | 10-25-2012 |
20120311921 | Kinetic non-adhesive pest control amusement devices and methods - A note pad is attached to a device having a 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 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. | 12-13-2012 |
20120317870 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR USE IN THE EXTERMINATION OF BED BUG INFESTATIONS - The invention disclosed is a mobile apparatus for use in 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 the apparatus that then increases the temperature of the infest items to a degree lethal to the respective pest sought to be eradicated. | 12-20-2012 |
20130086836 | METHOD FOR THE SUSTAINED RELEASE OF AN INSECTICIDALLY ACTIVE COMPOUND - Disclosed is a method for effecting the sustained release of an insecticidal active agent, employing cellulosic mat technology and existing heating equipment, wherein the method comprises heating the mat, by means of a heater, at a temperature selected to be within the range of from 60° C. to 95° C. To this end, the active substance is selected from the group consisting of transfluthrin, metofluthrin, and mixtures thereof | 04-11-2013 |
20130091758 | INSECT BAIT - An insect bait that can be carried by the insect, that includes a toxicant capable of killing insects in a nest, and that includes attractants, having at least one non-toxic layer that delays contact with the toxicant, wherein the size, shape and attractants attract the insect to take the whole of the bait to a nest situation where further manipulation of the bait by the insect will release the toxicant. | 04-18-2013 |
20130125451 | METHOD FOR REPELLING AND/OR CONTROLLING PESTS - A method and composition for repelling and/or controlling at least one pest. The method comprising contacting at least one subject, article and/or locus with a composition comprising (i) 2-undedanone, 2-tridecanone or a mixture thereof; and (ii) neem plant, part and/or extract thereof. | 05-23-2013 |
20130167429 | SAFE MOSQUITO KILLER - A mosquito killer includes a sonar module to detect a location of a mosquito, a low-power laser gun to emit a laser beam, a first reflecting mirror, a second reflecting mirror, and a controller. The first reflecting mirror reflects the laser beam to the second reflecting mirror. The second reflecting mirror is rotatable, and the controller is configured for receiving the location of the mosquito from the sonar module and controlling the second reflecting mirror to rotate to aim the laser beam to kill the mosquito. | 07-04-2013 |
20130174474 | Treatment Of Carpenter Bee Infestation - Existing carpenter bee nests are treated with an insecticide gel. The insecticide gel comprises a thixotropic, injectable, non-hardening, non-volatile gel blended with a pyrethroid insecticide. | 07-11-2013 |
20130212928 | APPARATUS FOR USING MICROWAVE ENERGY FOR INSECT AND PEST CONTROL AND METHODS THEREOF - An apparatus for using microwave energy for treating an infected site infested with insects or other small pests is disclosed. The apparatus comprises a source of microwave energy connected to a power source and a power controller, a transmission element, and an antenna. The apparatus can also comprise an isolator to protect the source of microwave energy. Methods to use such an apparatus for treatment of an infected site is also disclosed. | 08-22-2013 |
20130269239 | INSECT EXTERMINATION SYSTEM - Described herein are a system and method for treating bed bugs or other pests within an enclosure. The system comprises at least one heater, at least one fan, at least one temperature monitoring device, and a heat chamber. The method for use comprises sealing at least one heater, at least one fan, at least one temperature monitoring device, and articles for treatment into a heat chamber and heating the chamber to a temperature known to be lethal to the pests for an appropriate length of time. | 10-17-2013 |
20130276357 | COMBATING INSECT INFESTATIONS - Bed bug infestations are combated by exposure to a disinfecting atmosphere which includes ozone and hydrogen peroxide, at a relative humidity of at least 30%. | 10-24-2013 |
20130276358 | Heat chamber for termination of bed bugs and other arthropods - A system to heat objects which are infested with arthropods is disclosed having a structured shelter, composed of two double reflective canopies and a double reflective floor cover. Heaters are placed within the shelter, and a fan is located behind the heater to furnish hot air circulation. Thermocouples are provided to determine the heating end point. The non metallic support structure is installed around the objects to be heated, and the various reflective covers and canopies are installed upon the support structure. | 10-24-2013 |
20130298445 | INSECT PEST DISINFESTATION LIGHTING SYSTEM - An insect pest disinfestation lighting system including a light source that illuminates a rear side of a leaf of a plant with light having a wavelength from 260 to 305 nm in a range of 2 to 50 μW/cm | 11-14-2013 |
20130298446 | ATMOSPHERIC DIFFUSER APPARATUS - An insect repellent scent diffusing apparatus including a container having a bottom wall and a continuous side wall surface extending from the bottom wall. A plurality of apertures are formed in the continuous side wall surface. An element containing insect repellent scent is disposed in the container and configured to diffuse insect repellent scent through the plurality of apertures and into the surrounding atmosphere. | 11-14-2013 |
20130305590 | Device and Method for Controlling Avian Parasites - The invention relates to an elongate hollow body ( | 11-21-2013 |
20140013653 | Thermal Processing Device, System, and Method. - In one embodiment, the present invention eradicates pests, such as bedbugs, and toxic mold, for example, among other organisms that invade a dwelling, structure, building, vehicle, or other enclosure. The system includes a burner element having a heat exchanger in contact with the exhaust gas, the heat exchanger on the burner heats a heat transfer fluid (HTF). High pressure HTF flow is used to drive isolation pumps, electrical generators, fans, and other auxiliary equipment. A pressure management system within each heat exchanger ensures optimum flow of HTF. The fluid exchanger is either air-to-fluid or fluid-to-fluid heat exchanger. | 01-16-2014 |
20140013654 | Foamable Pesticide Compositions - Ready-to-use foamable pesticide compositions that contain a particulate pesticide suspended therein and applicators for dispensing such compositions. Methods for treating pests such as arthropods by contacting pests with such compositions are also provided. | 01-16-2014 |
20140026469 | Methods, Devices and Systems for Thermal-Based Pest Control - Disclosed herein are devices and methods for the chemical-based thermal control of pests, particularly bed bugs. Disclosed herein are devices capable of heat generation for thermal-based pest control within an enclosed body, typically an item of luggage. Disclosed herein are components for minimizing heat loss associated with thermal-based pest control. Disclosed herein are methods of chemical-based heat generation for thermal-based pest control. | 01-30-2014 |
20140041284 | Device and Method for Pest Control - 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. | 02-13-2014 |
20140041285 | PEST CONTROL MATERIALS - 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. | 02-13-2014 |
20140115950 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR SAFE INSECT EXTERMINATION - 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. | 05-01-2014 |
20140144067 | SEE-THROUGH MANHOLE COVER - 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. | 05-29-2014 |
20140144068 | PORTABLE HEATING SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PEST CONTROL - 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. | 05-29-2014 |
20140208636 | Controlling Bed Bugs with Solvent Vapors - 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. | 07-31-2014 |
20140215902 | PEST-SMASHING DEVICES - 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. | 08-07-2014 |
20140245656 | HYDRONIC HEATING SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PEST CONTROL - 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. | 09-04-2014 |
20140250768 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONTROLLING PEST INFESTATION OF A WOODY PLANT - 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. | 09-11-2014 |
20140259881 | EXTERMINATION TECHNIQUES UTILIZING TERMITE EGG VOLATILE CALLING PHEROMONE AND QUEEN PHEROMONE - 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. | 09-18-2014 |
20140283437 | Insect Extermination Device - 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. | 09-25-2014 |
20140290124 | Bed Bug Elimination Systems and Methods - 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. | 10-02-2014 |
20140317997 | Termite Electrocuting Apparatus - 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. | 10-30-2014 |
20150020439 | METHODS AND DEVICES FOR SUSTAINED RELEASE OF SUBSTANCES - Devices that provide timed-release of target compounds absorbed by, or otherwise integrated into, an external housing. The external housing absorbs and facilitates volatilization of the released compound. A permeable cover can be employed as a regulating mechanism to control the rate volatilization from the external housing. One or more reservoirs containing target compound can be contained within one or more internal chambers of the external housing. The one or more reservoirs can release the target compound for absorption by the external housing and/or to make contact with one or more other reservoirs so as to compromise the other reservoirs and release target compound within. A wick can be employed in certain embodiments to transfer target compound from the internal chamber to the external housing to be volatilized. Continued or sequential release of target compound to recharged the external housing achieves a zero order release rate from the external housing. | 01-22-2015 |
20150027034 | PACKAGING CUE SYSTEM FOR CONSUMER PRODUCTS - A visual cue system associated with a plurality of consumer product packages includes a first visual cue with at least a first symbol and first text associated therewith and is further associated with a first consumer product. A second visual cue has at least a second symbol and second text associated therewith and is further associated with a second consumer product. A regimen key is associated with at least one of the first or second consumer products. Further, the first and second consumer product packages are different. | 01-29-2015 |
20150052800 | PARASITE ELIMINATION SYSTEM AND METHOD - The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for eliminating parasites and parasitic insects. More particularly, the present invention relates to a method for eliminating parasitic insects, such as bed bugs through use of uniform directional heating. In exemplary embodiments of the present invention, radiant heat is used over a designated period of time (e.g., cleaning cycle) in order to eliminate parasites in a contaminated area enveloped by a blanket like structure. | 02-26-2015 |
20150082688 | Device for Killing Bed Bugs - A system for killing bed bugs located on the exterior crevices of an item includes a housing divided into an upper housing area and a lower housing area, front and rear flap covering apertures located in the front and rear, respectively, of the upper housing area, a horizontally disposed motorized conveyor that is located within the upper housing area, at least one heating element located in the upper housing area, two or more UV lamps located in the upper housing area, and a fan located in the upper housing area. The heating elements, one of the UV lamps, and the fan are located below the conveyor. | 03-26-2015 |
20150082689 | Small droplet sprayer - The inventive subject matter relates to a device and method of its use in producing small droplets of insecticide. The device produces small droplets through ultrasonic frequency sonication. The device is also capable of inducing and electrical charge on the small droplets for better application to flying insects. | 03-26-2015 |
20150101239 | APPARATUS FOR USING MICROWAVE ENERGY FOR INSECT AND PEST CONTROL AND METHODS THEREOF - An apparatus for using microwave energy for treating an infected site infested with insects or other small pests is disclosed. The apparatus comprises a source of microwave energy connected to a power source and a power controller, a transmission element, and an antenna. The apparatus can also comprise an isolator to protect the source of microwave energy. Methods to use such an apparatus for treatment of an infected site are also disclosed. | 04-16-2015 |
20150121746 | MOSQUITO EXTERMINATOR BASED ON INFECTION/CONTAMINATION BY A FLOAT PROVIDED WITH A POWDERED COATING - A description is given of an exterminator ( | 05-07-2015 |
20150128482 | ENCLOSURES AND METHODS FOR THE MASS DELIVERY OF LIVING BIOLOGICAL PEST CONTROL AGENTS AND METHOD OF MAKING THE SAME - Enclosures for mass delivery of a living biological pest control agent according to the embodiments disclosed herein include a body section having a generally cylindrical wall with opposed ends defining an interior surface, parasitized eggs of a living biological pest control agent (e.g., an endoparasitic insect) adhered to the interior surface of the wall, and at least one egress opening to allow the pest control agent to exit the body section to an exterior environment. | 05-14-2015 |
20150128483 | Multi-Component System for Treating Enclosed Environments - Described herein is a heating system where air is drawn into a system where hot gas is injected into it. The air is then discharged at a regulated temperature into an environment through ductwork to heat environments to elevated temperatures and employing functional modules to further condition the air to humidify, dehumidify, decontaminate with airborne free-radicals, and filtrate in both stationary and portable applications. The system is useful to eradicate pests, disease germs, bacteria, viruses, and mold. The system is also useful in water remediation and comfort heating. The system can be configured to create a parallel path to both heat and dehumidify the airflow blended and discharged at the operator-chosen set-point temperatures. | 05-14-2015 |
20150289495 | Bedbug Tape - Bedbug Tape is a product and method to control and deter bedbugs, using two-sided tape that is coated with diatomaceous earth. The Diatomaceous Earth is applied as the tape is being pulled from its package, or Diatomaceous Earth is applied to tape and packaged ready for use, enabling it to be put in the paths of bedbugs traveling to and from hiding spots hiding and laying eggs. The tape can be placed by cracks on floor to wall areas, around bedpost legs, across the bottom and sides of beds and furniture. The Diatomaceous Earth damages the insects' exoskeletons, and causes them to dry out and die. Preferably the Diatomaceous Earth is non-toxic and food-grade, and does not otherwise harm humans or pets. | 10-15-2015 |
20150305320 | PROCESS FOR HEAT TREATING BUILDINGS AND ARTICLES - A process for removing or treating harmful biological organisms and chemical substances from a structure by using heated air. The method of the present invention is non-toxic and can be performed in a relatively short amount of time while effectively killing and removing a large proportion of dead organisms and substantially reducing volatile organic compounds. A method for verifying the removal of the organisms is also provided. The invention can also be used to effectively treat water damaged structures. | 10-29-2015 |
20150335004 | Flying Insect Spray Apparatus - A flying insect spray apparatus includes a casing having upper and lower portions that define an interior area. The casing may be mounted to a wall or ceiling of an enclosed structure such as a garage. A reservoir configured to hold an insecticide is positioned in the interior area, the reservoir having an outlet such as a hose. A pump is positioned in the interior area and electrically connected to the reservoir and configured to cause the insecticide to be urged from the reservoir when the pump is electrically actuated. The outlet is in fluid communication with a plurality of nozzles spaced apart radially about a dispensing member such that the insecticide is dispersed in a 360 degree radius of the casing. The spray apparatus includes a controller electrically connected to the pump that includes a timer, the controller configured to actuate the pump at a predetermined time. | 11-26-2015 |
20150366146 | SYSTEM FOR PROVIDING BENEFICIAL INSECTS OR MITES - There is provided a system suitable for providing beneficial insects or mites in a protected cropping environment. A carrier ribbon ( | 12-24-2015 |
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20160029616 | PEST DETERRENT BARRIER - Pest-deterring barriers are described herein. The barriers are configured to attach to a structure in such a way so as to provide a physical barrier that prevents pests from entering an enclosure. The pest-deterring barriers are made of a material that deters pests from approaching, touching, or traversing the barrier. The pest-deterring barriers have an attachment portion for attaching to a structure and an active barrier portion made of the pest-deterring material. The barrier portion can be easily removed and exchanged periodically. Replacement barrier portions are described herein, as are methods of deterring pests using the described pest-deterring barriers. | 02-04-2016 |
20160044908 | PACKAGED TERMINAL CLIMATE UNIT FOR PEST CONTROL - In certain embodiments, a packaged terminal device for killing pests in an affected area includes a housing configured to be positioned at least partially within an affected area, a fan positioned within the housing, and one or more heating elements positioned within the housing. The fan is operable to draw a flow of air from the affected area into the housing. The one or more heating elements are operable to generate heated air by transferring heat to the flow of air. The packaged terminal device further includes a control unit operable to control the operation of the one or more heating elements in order to cause the packaged terminal device to operate in either a first mode or a second mode. In the first mode, the operation of the one or more heating elements is controlled such that sufficient heated air is generated to heat at least a portion of the affected area to a temperature less than or equal to a first predefined temperature. In the second mode, the operation of the one or more heating elements is controlled such that sufficient heated air is generated to heat at least a portion of the affected area to a temperature greater than or equal to a second predefined temperature, the second predefined temperature being greater than the first predefined temperature. | 02-18-2016 |
20160057987 | PORTABLE HEATING SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PEST CONTROL - A method for killing pests in an affected area of a structure, comprises positioning a heat pump unit within an affected area of the structure, 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 pump unit. The inlet port supplies a flow of water received from the faucet to an evaporator component of the heat pump unit. The evaporator component transfers heat from the flow of water to a refrigerant and communicate the refrigerant to a condenser component of the heat pump unit. The condenser component generates heated air by transferring heat from the refrigerant fluid to air flowing through the condenser component. The heated air i emitted into the affected area in order to raise the temperature of the affected area to a target temperature greater than 120 degrees Fahrenheit. | 03-03-2016 |
20160066553 | CONTROLLED RELEASE OF CARBON DIOXIDE FROM SELF-IMMOLATIVE POLYMERS - The present disclosure is directed to a carbon dioxide-releasing device, including a chamber having a sealable aperture for receiving a first material; a carbon dioxide-releasing polymer disposed within the chamber; and a port for releasing a carbon dioxide generated by the carbon dioxide-releasing polymer from the chamber. The carbon-dioxide releasing polymer can be a self-immolative polymer. | 03-10-2016 |
20160073621 | Enclosure for Killing Insects - A system configured to heat items to a temperature sufficient to kill bed bugs includes an enclosure and a hydronic heating system. The hydronic heating system is capable of heating the interior of the enclosure to at least approximately 110° F. The hydronic heating system includes a heater that heats a liquid. The liquid is used to transfer heat into the interior of the enclosure. In one embodiment, the hydronic heating system includes a hydronic radiant heating system and a hydronic forced air heating system. The enclosure can be used to kill bed bugs by positioning an item that includes bed bugs in the enclosure and heating the interior of the enclosure to a temperature and for a duration that is sufficient to kill the bed bugs. | 03-17-2016 |
20160073623 | HEAT SYSTEM FOR KILLING PESTS - The present disclosure generally relates to the field of pest elimination including all life stages of bed bugs. The present disclosure includes articles, systems, and methods of heat treatment to target and kill pests. | 03-17-2016 |
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