Nick Desmond

Researchers have developed and tested a new insecticide made from garlic and spearmint derived compounds as a more environmentally friendly alternative to synthetic pesticides. When people hear ‘insecticide,’ they often think of synthetic chemicals that may harm people and the environment. But plants naturally produce potent insecticidal compounds to defend against insects. The team used nanotechnology to create a natural insecticide targeting the adzuki bean beetle. They focused on the...

The Taexx system is a built-in, "tubes-in-the-wall" pest control network installed during new home construction. Perforated tubes inside exterior wall voids connect to an outdoor port box, letting technicians inject liquid insecticide from outside without entering your home. How It Works New Construction Only: Installed after electrical wiring but before insulation. Cannot be retrofitted into existing walls easily. Exterior Access: Technicians hook application equipment to an outdoor wall...

Flex Flit is an exclusion solution designed for commercial and residential applications to strengthen protection against rodents at garage doors. Xcluder announced the launch of Xcluder Flex Fit, a new solution designed to simplify installation and strengthen protection against rodents at garage doors. Engineered for commercial and residential applications, Xcluder said Flex Fit delivers faster installation and sustained exclusion performance without compromising building security. Xcluder...