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The B&G sprayer is the workhorse of professional pest control. Most service technicians use their sprayer every day for routine pest control service, or for special jobs that require precise application. The tip shut-off valve ensures customer safety, and the rugged stainless steel and brass construction ensures long service. However, the B&G […]

This month Qspray.com is pleased to interview John Cotton of B&G Equipment. John is a 40 year industry expert who has forgotten more about B&G Sprayers than any 10 people have ever known. Here is our interview:Tell us a little about your background and your career?I was born in the Midwest and began my sales career in 1975 working for […]

A B&G sprayer is the lifeblood of our industry. However, our repair shop sees these valuable pieces of equipment abused in numerous ways. Here is a list of key pointers on how to maintain your sprayers to help you get the most from your pest control equipment investment.Train your technicians in correct B&G Sprayer operating procedures.#1. Check It […]

The B&G Sprayer is the lifeblood of most pest control professionals. We use our B&Gs every day to service our clients. We rely on it as much as we rely on our truck. It is critical to treat the B&G 1 Gallon Sprayer like the important piece of equipment that it is. One of the most important things a pest professional can do to ensure great […]

B&G sprayers are an invaluable tool for pest control professionals. Your B&G 1 Gallon Sprayer is a well-built piece of equipment, but this reliable sprayer requires maintenance. Since this is a relatively slow time of year for many pest professionals, it is a great time to do your B&G maintenance.Here are some photos that demonstrate ho […]

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 […]

When it comes to B&G Pest Control Sprayers, I have shared my two cents worth of advice: - Clean it out - Don’t overpressurize it - Release the pressure after each stop - Keep it well lubricated - Perform preventative maintenance. These are still good ideas. Unfortunately we see lots of damage to B&G from neg […]

B&G Sprayers are standard issue pest control equipment. B&G 1 Gallon Sprayers can provide years of reliable service if properly serviced and maintained. Like all spray equipment, you must clean the filter. This photo shows a badly clogged B&G Sprayer filter. This debris prevented the tech from completing his route. It i […]

Last month I posted a comment that the tip on your B&G Sprayer wears out, increasing your chemical cost 10% per year.  My suggestion to be aware of this hidden cost was met with scorn by one reader. A certain Mr. RT Garrett thought my advice insignificant.  Here is his comment: " Funny it goes up 10% when the average inside spra […]

Just read an interesting article on B&G Sprayers (see attribution below).  B&G equipment experts report that the brass spray tip on the B&G 1 gallon sprayer experiences 10% nozzle wear each year.  This means after 1 year, your B&G sprayer is putting out 10% MORE CHEMICAL than it did the year before.  What do […]