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Personal Protective Equipment for Pest & Weed Control Power Sprayers

Posted by Andrew Greess on Oct 6, 2012

Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required by law when Pest Control & Weed professionals are using power spray equipment or backpack sprayers. My experience is that most professionals use PPE when spraying chemicals.  What worries me is that many do not use PPE at other times when they might still be exposed to pesticides and herbici […]
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B&G Portable Aerosol System (PAS) - Great Pest Control Tool

Posted by Andrew Greess on Sep 30, 2012

B&G Portable Aerosol system (PAS) is a great alternative to the higher priced Actisol Machine. The PAS provides : -  Deep wall void penetration -  Crack & crevice application -  Localized fogging The B&G Portable Aerosol System is currently available in 4 configurations. Regular Model – for moderate use. Pr […]
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What are the Advantages of Gas-Powered Sprayers - Pest & Weed Control?

Posted by Andrew Greess on Sep 22, 2012

I am often asked by customers and prospects, what are the benefits of a gas powered sprayer for pest control & weed control.   Here are my top 5 Benefits of Gas Power Sprayers. Volume – Gas Sprayers generally can put out quite a bit more volume than electric-powered sprayers.  This is very helpful for applications where you n […]
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B&Gs and Backpack Sprayers – Tips for Long Life

Posted by Andrew Greess on Sep 11, 2012

Many pest control professionals use some type of manual hand sprayer or backpack sprayers for general pest control, IPM and cleanouts.  Are you doing everything possible to ensure you and your employees are getting the maximum results and value from your B&G sprayer / Birchmeier Backpack? Here are some suggestions to optimize your backp […]
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My Electric Power Spray Rig Won’t Pump – Why?

My Electric Power Spray Rig Won’t Pump – Why?

Posted by Andrew Greess on Sep 2, 2012

Electric Power Spray Rig used for weeds was brought in. Client reports Shurflo pump won’t spray. We took the pump apart and decided that was not the problem. Photo shows the blue sludge that found at the bottom of the tank, clogging everything. Some chemicals, in this case herbicides, don’t combine well. Potential problems: down time, […]
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Cox Hose Reels - Common Sense

Cox Hose Reels - Common Sense

Posted by Andrew Greess on Aug 26, 2012

Cox hose reels are an important part of a pest control sprayer or weed control spray rig. Like other components, some common sense is required when operating your Cox reel. One look at these photos will confirm the old adage that common sense is not too common. The technician was allowing the hose to rub against the vehicle w […]
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5 Drawbacks to a 12 Volt Electric Power Sprayer for Pest & Weed Control

5 Drawbacks to a 12 Volt Electric Power Sprayer for Pest & Weed Control

Posted by Andrew Greess on Aug 24, 2012

I am often asked by customers and prospects, what are the drawbacks of an electric power sprayer? Here are my top 5 drawbacks of electric pump sprayers.1. Lower Output - Electric sprayers are generally lower output or volume (as measured in gallons per minute or GPM) than gas-powered sprayers. This means that 12V electric sprayer pumps are generall […]
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Cox Hose Reels – What Maintenance Should I Do?

Posted by Andrew Greess on Aug 19, 2012

Avoid Cox Hose Reel Problems with these Real Hose Tips Swivel – The hose reel swivel (on the side of the reel) allows the drum to turn when rolling and unrolling the hose. The swivel contains rubber o-rings that are exposed to heavy use, chemical exposure and temperature extremes. The o-rings will wear out, allowing chemical to leak. […]
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Pest Control Sprayers - How much spray hose do I need?

Posted by Andrew Greess on Aug 15, 2012

How much hose do I need for my pest control sprayer or weed control spray rig? This is a question I am often asked by prospects and customers.I am reminded of the words of Mick Jagger who said, “Too much is never enough”. Certainly he was talking about boring things like sex, drugs and rock and roll, rather than a fascinating topic like spray equ […]
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