Pest Rule and Control Management » Sanitation http://www.pestrule.com Rule and Control Biological Pest Thu, 01 Dec 2011 04:25:01 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 Air Curtains by Canadian Air Systems http://www.pestrule.com/sanitation/air-curtains-by-canadian-air-systems/ http://www.pestrule.com/sanitation/air-curtains-by-canadian-air-systems/#comments Tue, 14 Jun 2011 08:22:49 +0000 pestrule http://www.pestrule.com/?p=1593 Air curtains are widely accepted across North America and Europe as a standard fitment in public buildings, retail stores and industrial applications such as coolers, freezers and cold storage facilities. Air curtains are generally associated with retaining heat energy in cold climates, and the energy savings are substantial.

In the retail environment, research has shown that an open door increases trade by up to 40% as it is an invitation to come in and shop yet retail stores and supermarket air-conditioning systems are ‘energy-hungry’ so it would therefore seem logical to save as much of the cold air as possible, considering the cost to make it    cold in the first place. Public buildings, like airports and convention centres, which have high demand air-conditioning systems need to have open doors to allow access and, while some facilities have motion detector-activated sliding doors, usually of glass, this solution is costly, thermally not very efficient and generally just a way of reducing droughts.

The idea of having an invisible barrier across the doorway to enable unimpeded access yet effectively prevent temperature flow, dust, odors and insects to cross, is appealing in itself but add to this the cost-saving in reducing energy use and the idea becomes more compelling, especially as air curtains are relatively inexpensive items.

Appropriate for industrial applications
Keeping warm air out of insulated cold stores or refrigerated facilities is the Number 1 objective yet a mockery is made of this premise when freezer of chiller doors are left wide open and, in some cases, chocked open to facilitate the movement or storage of perishables.

Properly installed air curtains cut cold air loss and reduce humidity, thus reducing the load on refrigeration or air-conditioning plant and thereby saving energy by reducing compressor running time, maintenance, gas and recharging intervals. These units are an alternative to fast-acting roller doors    and PVC slat curtains, and can be situated above or to the side of industrial doorways to create a powerful seal across the opening, keeping cold air in while providing complete visibility and access. This means that forklift drivers don’t have to get out of their cabs to open and close doors so that moving from one area to another is a lot easier and productive. Unlike plastic slat curtains, which quickly become opaque with use, an air curtain provides 100% visibility at all times. Units have been installed in loading bays, factories, hangars and production facilities, such as food processing and pharmaceuticals, where differential temperatures are encountered overseas.

Insect an pest control a benefit
An air curtain supplying a high-velocity sheet of air across a door opening will prevent flies and other flying insects from entering a building. This is particularly important in restaurants and bars, and any premises where food is manufactured or served – where strict environmental health regulations apply. It is an extremely beneficial side effect as an air curtain is primarily employed for climate control yet units are also installed overseas for insect control alone.

The most effective air curtain design for insect control has a nozzle that can angle the air stream away from the area to be protected. An angle of about 20 from the vertical is usually optimal. The unit should meet or exceed UK Department of Agriculture and US Federal Drug Administration standards, which call for an air stream of 50 mm to 120 mm wide at the nozzle, capable of producing a minimum velocity of 8 m/s of air 1 m above the floor and across the entire door opening to ensure there are no gaps for the insects to enter.

Apart from flying insects, air-curtain manufacturers say rodents are also discouraged from entering a building. They claim that rats, mice and other furry intruders do not like the sensations of an air curtain on their fur and will avoid it!

Design and installation
The construction an design of the equipment that generates an air curtain is quite simple – a cross flow or axial fan, driven by a constant or variable speed electric motor contained in a simple enclosure with an air inlet and outlet, sized to produce a rate of flow to suit the opening and the velocity required to prevent heat transfer.

Off-the-shelf models are available from a number of suppliers and units are also custom made but, where wide entrances are involved that exceed the capacity of one fan unit, tow or more are stacked side by side (or on top of one another in the case of side mounting of very tall openings) and operated simultaneously, meaning that there is probably no limit to the size of the opening that can be accommodated.

By directing a jet of air either from top to bottom or horizontally across a doorway, this invisible ‘barrier’ reduces the rate of heat and moisture flow through the opening and, according to independent research conducted by the US-based Refrigerated Research Foundation and the University of Illinois, this can be as much as 60% to 80% in refrigerated facilities such as cold storage buildings, cold rooms and freezers.

These simple devices can be retrofitted or specified as part of the initial refrigeration or climate control design, reducing compressor running time or using a smaller capacity unit to achieve the same performance.

A variety of installation options are available to cater for building and architectural features such as suspended ceilings but the most common is simply bolting the unit to the wall above the doorway and connecting a single phase supply and switch to the unit.

Power consumption is negligible for a normal sized doorway opening – about 300 W. Some units can even be specified with a heating element to warm an enclosed area.

Air curtains block the flow
An air curtain simply creates a block in the air flow through an opening. The air velocity of the curtain must then be great enough to direct the resulting velocity downward and ensure    that a small part of the air stream goes out while the main air flow comes back into the room.

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Air curtains are widely accepted across North America and Europe as a standard fitment in public buildings, retail stores and industrial applications such as coolers, freezers and cold storage facilities. Air curtains are generally associated with retaining heat energy in cold climates, and the energy savings are substantial.

The idea of having an invisible barrier across the doorway to enable unimpeded access yet effectively prevent temperature flow, dust, odors and insects to cross, is appealing in itself but add to this the cost-saving in reducing energy use and the idea becomes more compelling, especially as air curtains are relatively inexpensive items.

Appropriate for industrial applications
Keeping warm air out of insulated cold stores or refrigerated facilities is the Number 1 objective yet a mockery is made of this premise when freezer of chiller doors are left wide open and, in some cases, chocked open to facilitate the movement or storage of perishables.

Properly installed air curtains cut cold air loss and reduce humidity, thus reducing the load on refrigeration or air-conditioning plant and thereby saving energy by reducing compressor running time, maintenance, gas and recharging intervals. These units are an alternative to fast-acting roller doors    and PVC slat curtains, and can be situated above or to the side of industrial doorways to create a powerful seal across the opening, keeping cold air in while providing complete visibility and access. This means that forklift drivers don’t have to get out of their cabs to open and close doors so that moving from one area to another is a lot easier and productive. Unlike plastic slat curtains, which quickly become opaque with use, an air curtain provides 100% visibility at all times. Units have been installed in loading bays, factories, hangars and production facilities, such as food processing and pharmaceuticals, where differential temperatures are encountered overseas.

Insect an pest control a benefit
An air curtain supplying a high-velocity sheet of air across a door opening will prevent flies and other flying insects from entering a building. This is particularly important in restaurants and bars, and any premises where food is manufactured or served – where strict environmental health regulations apply. It is an extremely beneficial side effect as an air curtain is primarily employed for climate control yet units are also installed overseas for insect control alone.

The most effective air curtain design for insect control has a nozzle that can angle the air stream away from the area to be protected. An angle of about 20 from the vertical is usually optimal. The unit should meet or exceed UK Department of Agriculture and US Federal Drug Administration standards, which call for an air stream of 50 mm to 120 mm wide at the nozzle, capable of producing a minimum velocity of 8 m/s of air 1 m above the floor and across the entire door opening to ensure there are no gaps for the insects to enter.

Apart from flying insects, air-curtain manufacturers say rodents are also discouraged from entering a building. They claim that rats, mice and other furry intruders do not like the sensations of an air curtain on their fur and will avoid it!

Design and installation
The construction an design of the equipment that generates an air curtain is quite simple – a cross flow or axial fan, driven by a constant or variable speed electric motor contained in a simple enclosure with an air inlet and outlet, sized to produce a rate of flow to suit the opening and the velocity required to prevent heat transfer.

Off-the-shelf models are available from a number of suppliers and units are also custom made but, where wide entrances are involved that exceed the capacity of one fan unit, tow or more are stacked side by side (or on top of one another in the case of side mounting of very tall openings) and operated simultaneously, meaning that there is probably no limit to the size of the opening that can be accommodated.

By directing a jet of air either from top to bottom or horizontally across a doorway, this invisible ‘barrier’ reduces the rate of heat and moisture flow through the opening and, according to independent research conducted by the US-based Refrigerated Research Foundation and the University of Illinois, this can be as much as 60% to 80% in refrigerated facilities such as cold storage buildings, cold rooms and freezers.

These simple devices can be retrofitted or specified as part of the initial refrigeration or climate control design, reducing compressor running time or using a smaller capacity unit to achieve the same performance.

A variety of installation options are available to cater for building and architectural features such as suspended ceilings but the most common is simply bolting the unit to the wall above the doorway and connecting a single phase supply and switch to the unit.

Power consumption is negligible for a normal sized doorway opening – about 300 W. Some units can even be specified with a heating element to warm an enclosed area.

Air curtains block the flow
An air curtain simply creates a block in the air flow through an opening. The air velocity of the curtain must then be great enough to direct the resulting velocity downward and ensure    that a small part of the air stream goes out while the main air flow comes back into the room.

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When the flea spit comes in connection with your cat, they might have an allergic reaction. You might see that the cats begin to scratch in excess and they may even drop their fur. Your cat can become drained and thin due to the cat fleas sucking the blood out of your pet.

That is not the half of it! The flea also carries further parasites along with it, for instance, tapeworm, which makes them drop mass and causes them body soreness. Tapeworms can be passed onto you and your family when in connection with an infected cat.

Your entire house gets affected since the flea larvae emerge from their eggs and swiftly expand! These flea larvae mature into grown cat fleas and grow to be additional carriers for further tapeworms!

To triumph over the problem of cat fleas, steps ought to be performed to guard your cat and its habitat flea free. To get rid of the flea eggs, be positive to groom your cat habitually and clean them with an anti flea shampoo. It does not halt there, you must also regularly cleanse from top to bottom all the places the cat has been as well as cleaning out its food bowl and any utensils utilized on or about your cat. Use your vacuum cleaner to remove teeny flea eggs from the home. The vacuum bag should be burned following cleaning.

The pros, flea exterminators, can lend a hand to keep your household and backyard free of cat fleas. Even with this, it is sensible to observe your pet at all times to thwart them from rolling around over spots where fleas are liable to multiply.

To keep the fleas absent from your cat’s body, you might need to employ anti flea creams. It should be said that when the cat fleas grow to be adults they are difficult to get rid of. These fleas grow in huge numbers in a short time frame!

You should visit your veterinarian for flea control pet meds as soon as you notice it has fleas. Generally, cats are the most difficult to take care of among the pets. Certain antibiotic meds trigger allergies in lots of cats. A mistaken flea medicine could even destroy your cat! You ought to avoid prescription-less flea medication to cats at all costs!

To keep your expenses low you ought to make certain to keep the fleas in check so that you don’t need to medicate recurrently. Capstar is a pet med which keeps cat fleas away. Fleas are not at all a good thing, but if your cat is allergic, it is an additional concern and should be dealt with quickly.

Chemicals such as borax are found to be incredibly effective in flea control in the majority of pets although cats by nature are extremely sensitive to chemicals. Further, borax cannot be used in high dosages, as it is very potent and might cause poisoning to even humans. Kids ought to be kept away from borax medications!

You might need to drop in on your veterinarian once a month or so to uphold a flea free pet and remember to keep your pet bathed. It is important to just use medications that are desirable for the age of your cat. A vet must know more about which pet meds are suitable for your cat’s age and they would also make sure that your cat is not opposed to that specific flea control medicine.

A cat free of cat fleas and diseases assists to keep your family healthy!

Do you want to learn more about cat flea control?
Melissa Vermont specializes in getting rid of those nasty fleas, please visit my flea control page.

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One of the most important reasons to use natural pest control remedies is the health and well-being of your children and pets.  They are the ones that are most likely affected as the residue of these harsh pesticides alone could be enough to make a child or pet very ill. 

Here are some tips to say farewell to the bugs in your home and garden with natural pest control remedies. 

Flies 

The little house flies, often congregating in patios and other outside areas, are not considered significant carrier of diseases. The common house fly is another story. As they feed and breed on animal waste and decaying organic material they play an important role in the transmission of diseases to people and animals. 

Sprinkle some oil of lavender on a clean cloth and rub over window and door frames and other places where flies come in and settle.  Use herbs to repel flies. Mint is one of the best repellents as it is also good for ants, caterpillars, fleas, beetles and moths. Basil and tansy can be planted in clumps near doorways – pinch or trod on the leave to release the aroma. Grow a pot of fennel in the kitchen or nearby and flies will stay away. Pyrethrum, the base for most insect repellents, is an easy-care fernlike shrub that grows to about 17 cm. A small bunch of it placed in water last several weeks and even when dead the aroma persists. 

Mosquitoes 

Mosquitoes are not only bothersome but they also harbor diseases. Therefore, natural pest control practices are necessary to repel these mosquitoes both on you as a person as well as keep them from breeding near your home. 

To keep mosquitoes from biting you can apply mouthwash directly onto your skin before going outdoors. Mosquitoes hate the smell of mouthwash because of the ingredients in them.   To prevent breeding problems mix two teaspoons of dishwashing detergent into four litres of water and pour this into any open pools of water in your yard such as flower pots, old tyres or buckets. The soap will kill any mosquito larvae.  

Ants 

Ants are a thorn in every homeowner’s side. They get into everything. 

Dust your garden and trouble areas of your home with baking soda, which is poisonous to ants.   Salt is another natural pest control ingredient that ants don’t like and you can easily spread it around mounds and any place where ants may be entering your home.   Place whole cloves at the point of entry. Put a few cloves around kitchen cupboards and under sink. Crushed cloves sprinkled near nest will repel ants. 

Cockroaches 

Cockroaches are mainly attracted to the food preparation and storage areas in our homes. They contaminate food and eating utensils and impart stains and unpleasant odors to surfaces they come into contact with. 

Soaps with peppermint oil are the most effective natural pest control for cockroaches. Mix two or three capfuls of liquid peppermint soap into a quart of warm water, mix and then spray on the roaches and along their normal traveling paths.

For tips on pest control and information how to prevent and treat bed bugs visit Bed Bugs Exposed
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Phoenix homeowners may find their home has become the residence to common pests including scorpions, ants, black widow spiders, earwigs, silverfish, or rodents such as rats or mice, and if this is the case you will want a Phoenix exterminator to come in and take care of the problem. A Phoenix exterminating service will send a trained technician out to your home or office, and he or she will perform a thorough examination to identify the pest and what is attracting it indoors. All insects and rodents will congregate wherever food, water and shelter are plentiful.

A phoenix exterminator will, after determining the attractant, provide you with a customized solution to get rid of the pests and keep them out for the long term. It is a process for excellent pest control; Phoenix, AZ homeowners should allow adequate time for control protocols to work. If there is a large infestation, chemical controls will likely be recommended by your quality exterminator. Phoenix technicians will mix chemicals to EPA standards, ensuring the safe application to kill the pests. After the initial removal of the pests, there are several methods that can be used by an exterminator for continued pest control. Phoenix, AZ residents will discover that they include mechanical means, monitoring the residence or office, and prevention. Mechanical means used by Phoenix exterminating service providers can include a physical barrier being placed outside the home, typically around the foundation, so that insects cannot gain entry.

Tiny cracks in walls can be filled for the same reason. Phoenix exterminating services will also monitor the home or office to ensure that insects do not return; an insect trap is used and the number of insects captured are counted by the exterminator. Phoenix technicians will thus know if too many insects are entering the building, and will take more drastic measures to keep them outside. Prevention plays a large roll in exceptional pest control. Phoenix, AZ service providers will check to make sure that all human food is properly stored, and that adequate sanitation is occurring, in order to prevent insects from finding food. Phoenix exterminating services also know the life cycles for all of the common pests, and thus can kill them in early stages before they multiply and cause problems. You can prevent problems from occurring and maintain a pest-free residence or office by utilizing a quality phoenix exterminating service.

Wayne Hemrick writes about the regulation and management of pest control. Phoenix exterminating gives you tips you can take to rid your home of unwanted guest.

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