Setting up a perimeter defense is an effective solution for ant management. For this strategy, baits are ideal for targeting the colony. Keeping the bait fresh and protecting it from the elements is important for long-lasting control, making outdoor stations a valuable tool. Rockwell’s InTice™ Border Patrol™ System stations are perfect for setting up and servicing a proactive, reusable perimeter defense for ants and other crawling insects.
The InTice Border Patrol System is a durable and discreet plastic above ground station. It has four downward facing openings under the lid that provide easy access for crawling pests while keeping moisture out of the station. Its design helps to keep bait fresher for longer. The keyless, snap-on lid and simple anchor spike make it easy to set up and service the stations. The InTice Boder Patrol System works with different types of baits—gel, liquid, and granular—allowing PMPs the versatility needed to provide the best treatment for their customers.
To set up the InTice Border Patrol System, simply push the spike into the ground so that the body of the station is flush with the ground. The spike is long enough to allow the station to be placed in mulch. When setting up the station, be sure that the four entry points on the underside of the lid aren’t blocked. The stations should be placed in shaded areas close to where pests are harboring or their nesting sites. Identify locations that are damp or where there is heavy vegetation.
Placing the stations where pests are likely to congregate is better than placing them uniformly around the perimeter of the yard. The placement may vary depending on the species, allowing stations to be placed anywhere from 10 to 40 feet apart. For general pest prevention, most homes will only need two stations that are placed near likely harborage sites. After placing the bait in the station, ensure that the lid is firmly snapped on.
Rockwell Labs offers several baits that can be used with the InTice Border Patrol System for control against ants and other crawling insects. Rockwell’s line of InTice baits include gel, liquid, and granular baits that combine the proven performance of borates and innovative bait formulation technology for superior efficacy. These baits are suitable for green service programs.
The station is designed to seamlessly integrate with the InTice Gelamino Ant Bait in the 4 oz cups. InTice Gelanimo utilizes a patented and innovative “rigid hydro-gel” technology. The high moisture content has a consistency similar to gelatin, remaining stable at temperatures up to 130° F. The 3% borax formula is highly effective, and the rigid gel allows multiple ants to feed at once without drowning in the bait. Ants can easily cut and carry pieces of the bait back to the nest site. To use with the InTice Border Patrol System, simply remove the lid and drop the cup into the station.
InTice Thiquid Ant Bait is a thick syrup bait with exceptional palatability to a wide range of ants, including pharaoh ants. It attracts ants fast, killing the ants that are seen and the ones in the nest. Its formula has 5% borax and a proprietary bait matrix that contains a blend of premium food ingredients. InTice Thiquid Ant Bait can be applied to the bottom of the InTice Border Patrol System station. Monitor the stations to ensure there is a fresh supply of bait.
InTice 10 Perimeter Bait is a highly effective, long-lasting broad spectrum bait that controls a wide range of crawling insects. It contains a blend of premium food attractants that include protein, carbohydrates, and oils. InTice 10 is the only 10% boric acid granular bait available. It is non-repellent, so it won’t chase pests away. Ants carry the bait back to the nest to kill the colony. Other target pests will eat the bait and die. You can add a layer to the bottom of the InTice Border Patrol System station to set up a perimeter defense against crawling insects.
For heavy ant infestations, you can also use a combination of granules and the InTice Gelanimo cups. Place a layer of InTice 10 Perimeter Bait or other granules in the bottom of the station and set the cup on top.
A perimeter defense is a great solution to control ants and other crawling insects. Rockwell’s line of InTice baits and the InTice Border Patrol System make it easy to set up and service a proactive and reusable perimeter defense. With the stations protecting the bait, keeping it fresher for longer, PMPs can ensure their customers have long-lasting results.
