Pest Management Professional, February 2018

Of Mice Tech SENSORS Continued From Page 32 though PMPs will have to adapt and figure out what works best for them and their customers The use of enabled devices will slowly grow throughout the industry PMP Some PMPs may not be eager to adapt to new technology What is the learning curve for using electronic remote monitoring systems Broaddus Technology is transforming the pest management industry enabling rodent management to become a more automated proactive process While adopting the new technology is relatively easy the biggest challenge for PMPs is implementing the new business model that comes with it Bayer is working with third party experts who understand the importance of business model innovation and how changes impact the PMPs bottomline and they are helping us deliver the tools PMPs need to overcome this challenge NielseN At Anticimex we have worked with our SMART concept for several years worldwide and have learned a lot about how to operate businesses around it But change is hard as always You need to fall off the bike several times before you learn how to ride it Luckily we can now gain all that knowledge when we launch this concept in the U S and get our customers up to speed faster Velte PMPs will need to overcome the changing of IPM integrated pest management protocol for rodent management to include new technology and solutions which will help increase clinets and prospects perceptions of PMPs PMP Final thoughts from each of you Broaddus We are confident that technology and internet of things driven platforms can enable PMPs to proactively transform our industry and continue to elevate the role of the service provider As time consuming tasks are automated PMPs gain more time to add value protect clients businesses and safeguard public health We understand transformation is challenging but we are here to partner with and support the industry on this journey This is why we are committed to creating an ecosystem of connected devices for PMPs to help achieve better performance and business outcomes Fugate Get Sensor technology will become an essential tool as important as the technicians flashlight in rodent management cRaig VEltE excited With technology being ServicePro readily available there is no reason you shouldnt be This is truly a great time to be in rodent management goldsteiN Rodent control and the demand for service continue to grow The greatest obstacle for the PMP will be having the correct tools to service that demand properly PMPs will need new tools that allow them to service the evolving needs of accounts more efficiently and effectively These are exciting times and we must be willing to take advantage of new tools and technologies as they emerge HaNsoN These systems will help change a mindset that has had to be primarily about reactive rodent control to a service that is predictive and preventive NielseN PMPs need to know how to put these new tools into the right content with the right human interaction and combine them with the enormous amount of knowledge we have within our organizations today Only then will the customer gain the full potential value Velte Sensor technology will become an essential tool as important as the technicians flashlight in rodent management Vickery Integrated snap traps designed around bait stations have a lot of value We believe they will become the new standard for the industry because they will be more effective self explanatory and easier to use PMP You can reach Sofranec at dsofranec@ northcoastmedia net or 216 706 3793 HOw REmOtE mONitORiNg tEcHNOlOgy wORkS Although many manufacturers offer sensor systems most generally work the same way Heres a basic look at the technology 1 Battery powered sensors are fastened to rodent traps Typically a variety of models may be used with these systems 2 when a rodent enters a station or trips a trap it triggers the sensor The sensor then sends a signal to a router gateway or hub The source of power varies by manufacturer Wi Fi or cellular connections are common Extenders help ensure receipt of signals from traps placed far from the router gateway or hub The number of sensors per router gateway or hub varies by manufacturer 3 the router gateway or hub transmits the sensor signal to an internet server 24 7 From here pest management professionals PMPs receive notifications regarding rodent activity battery strength etc 4 Data is collected and stored where PmPs have easy access to it Most manufacturers offer portals or consoles to house the data PMPs can generate reports complete with easy to understand charts for customers Most systems offer the ability to analyze data and view trap locations D S 36 February 2018 Pest Management Professional mypmp net