To evaluate the efficacy of ambient repellents, both for outdoor and indoor use, 10 m long screenhouses in mosquito net have been built. This…
Biocides
Olfactometer
Olfactometer
Olfactometers can be used for screening purposes in the development of a new product in order to save money and time. They verify the…
Arm in cage
Arm-in-cage
This is a classic and widely accepted way of testing topical repellents. Results can be affected by choice of species as well as strain…
2 rooms test
2 Room test
Two rooms are put into communication by a window which can be opened and closed with a remote control. The insects are released into…
Insecticide field test
Insecticide field test
Field tests of insecticides are not easy because the many variables present in lab conditions multiply owing to uncontrollable factors. Wide experience is needed…
Insecticides efficacy testing PT18
Insecticides efficacy testing PT18
There are many variables to be considered when insecticides have to be tested: active ingredient, formulation, application, target, climatic parameters. The chosen protocol is…
Wasps and hornets sprays and foams
Wasps and hornets sprays and foams
Wasps and hornets can be collected in the field and the test performed in lab; according to product and claim, it can be conducted…
Insecticides efficacy testing PT18
Choice test
The term “choice test” applied to a liquid insecticide indicates a procedure where insects have the possibility of avoiding contact with the treated surface.…
Insecticides efficacy testing PT18
Forced contact test
This is a basic protocol which provides information about efficacy in terms of knock down, mortality and residuality when the insect target is forced…
Insecticides efficacy testing PT18
Ambient insecticide tests
These are tests on insecticides applied in a confined space in indoor conditions. Typical ambient insecticides are candles, mats, emanators, sprays and smokers. These…