While ant baits are commonly used to tackle tough ant infestations, the bait itself is often times challenging to use from an application standpoint. For example, runny and gooey bait applications, especially when used at higher temperatures or stations with liquid bait that spill and become a sticky mess in the placement process. Rockwell Labs…

In the pest control industry, there has been a growing demand for greener products. To remain competitive, it is important to adapt to these changes and offer green service programs to your customers. Understanding what companies mean when they use the term green and choosing the right products will help ensure PMPs fulfill their customers’…

Commercial facilities, like food processing plants and restaurants, face challenges with chronic moisture and organic matter build-up that can lead to sanitation problems. A bio sanitation program can help to combat the build-up of organic matter and odors in these facilities. Rockwell’s InVade Bio Sanitation product line utilizes naturally-occurring soil microbes to digest organic matter…

Insecticide dusts are an effective solution for crawling insects, providing long-lasting control of pests. Rockwell’s CimeXa Insecticide Dust is a unique dust containing 92.1% silicon dioxide as amorphous silica. The engineered silica dust is an extreme desiccant, quickly absorbing moisture from the crawling insects that crawl through it. While CimeXa provides unmatched control of bed…

Botanical pesticides are effective against a broad spectrum of pests, providing quick control and kill. One concern for PMPs, however, is the length of the residual protection. Like conventional pesticides, botanical pesticides are affected by environmental conditions such as UV, heat, humidity, and rain. Rockwell’s Eco Extend Spray Adjuvant was specifically formulated to help extend…

Chris Iglesias, the Florida & Caribbean Technical Representative for Rockwell Labs, recently earned his ACE (Associate Certified Entomologist) Certification from the Entomological Society of America. ACE certification has become the benchmark for professionalism in the pest management industry and is endorsed by the National Pest Management Association. Chris has 18 years of experience in the…

Our EcoVia botanical pesticides were developed through extensive scientific research and are effective against a variety of pests. EcoVia MT mosquito & tick control and EcoVia EC emulsifiable concentrate are two concentrates in the EcoVia product line. While these products offer similar advantages, there are distinct differences between the products, and each product provides unique…

When using insecticides and bio sanitation products, it is important to have access to product information and reference materials. Product documentation can be found on our website, allowing you to easily find information regarding product organic use classifications, product specifications, NSF registrations, and other important statements about our products. Check out an overview of the…

Controlling pests requires a diverse treatment plan with different products and control methods. One helpful tool to consider adding to your pest management program is a station. Stations are versatile and can aid in controlling a variety of pests. Several stations are on the market, and they serve different purposes, working in different ways. Rockwell…

Some insecticide dusts are formulated with silicon dioxide, or silica, including Rockwell’s CimeXa insecticide dust. Silicon dioxide is a mineral composed of silicon and oxygen (SiO2) that is found throughout nature including in the earth’s crust, water, plants, and animals. As an insecticide, it works as a desiccant, causing rapid dehydration and death. There are…