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This post is about power sprayer rigs. If you’re interested in backpack sprayers, be sure to check out our selection of electric backpack sprayers.The first question to consider is whether to buy a gas or electric motor sprayer. I will highlight the pros and cons of each:Pros of an electric battery-powered pump sprayer motor:Lower cost. Electric sp […]

Selection Buy a quality, name-brand reel. Be sure replacement parts are readily available. It’s much easier to buy replacement parts on standard color reels. An electric rewind reel will increase cost because of purchase price, electrical components and additional installation requirements. Many companies believe the additional cost is more […]

Considerations for power sprayer hose selection are: Diameter Most common weed and pest spray applications include 3/8 inch or ½ inch inside diameter (ID) spray hoses on power spray rigs. A larger diameter hose delivers more volume. Larger hose costs more and is heavier to pull out and wind up. The weight can be a factor for the technicia […]

Tank size is critical. The first component of a power spray rig is the tank. Once tank size is determined, every other component can be selected. Tank size should be the largest one needed to support the average or expected daily workload. Select a tank large enough so a technician isn’t constantly refilling, which kills productivity and can […]

It is important to discuss how Integrated Pest Management or IPM affects equipment. IPM doesn’t mean doing the same with a natural product in your spray tank. Converting to a green pest control program requires a reevaluation of the spray equipment strategy to make sure it supports your IPM strategy. IPM relies heavily on the principles of […]

Have you noticed Southwest Airlines makes money year after? It makes money regardless of how the economy is. It makes money even when its competitors lose money. So how does Southwest Airlines do it? There are a number of reasons for their success, including great management and culture and the use of a point-to-point system of flight scheduling […]

One of the first and most critical decisions when purchasing spray equipment is selecting a vendor. It’s important to work with a company you trust. Select a vendor that has been around for awhile, that has all the equipment your company needs. Too many companies spread their purchases around shopping for the lowest price. It’s better to focus p […]

The spray tip on your pest sprayer (B&G sprayer, Birchmeier backpack sprayer, pest control power sprayer) isn’t one of the more expensive components, but it can have a significant impact on your pest management outcome, productivity and profitability. The spray tip helps determine flow rate (GPM - gallons per minute), pressure (PSI - pounds pe […]

Many companies never calculate what pest control or weed control spray equipment costs their company. Many managers equate spray equipment cost with the purchase price. Unfortunately, purchase price is only one component of cost. Purchase price is only the tip of the iceberg. The majority of spray equipment cost is like the bulk of the iceberg […]

Here are some tips to keep your pest control sprayer hose in great shape: Operations:1. When rolling your power spray hose back onto the hose reel, run the pest control hose through a rag to remove debris that could damage the hose. 2. Inspect your hose (or train your technicians to) regularly for damage, excessive wear, leaks, etc. 3. […]