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Circulation Fan
(Virginia Tech Pesticide Programs, 2021-04-16)
An applicator is demonstrating the force of a fan that will be used during the fumigation treatment to circulate and then air out the gas. Note: This photo was edited to remove/censor identifying details.
Circulation Fan Power
(Virginia Tech Pesticide Programs, 2021-04-16)
A circulating fan set up in front of a supply line for fumigation gas. Note: This photo was edited to remove/censor identifying details.
Fumigation Cylinder Supply Line
(Virginia Tech Pesticide Programs, 2021-04-16)
An applicator has secured a supply line to a cylinder of Vikane (sulfuryl flouride) gas. In some fumigation settings you should not wear gloves, as part of the PPE label guidance.
Fumigation Jewelry
(Virginia Tech Pesticide Programs, 2021-04-16)
An applicator is acting out a demonstration of what not to do when using fumigants. You should never wear jewelry, such as watches or rings, when using or in the vicinity of fumigation materials. Note: This photo was edited to remove/censor identifying details.
Fumigation Line Management
(Virginia Tech Pesticide Programs, 2021-04-16)
An applicator is adjusting the gas-sample lines that connect a sulfuryl flouride monitoring device with the various zones within a vehicle is undergoing fumigation.. Note: This photo was edited to remove/censor identifying details.
Fumigation Platform
(Virginia Tech Pesticide Programs, 2021-04-16)
An overhead view of a metal platform that has a fumigation gas cylinder, a Fumiscope v5.1, and a toolbox. The gas cylinder tank is on a scale that is connected to a digital display. The scale allows applicators to moniter the amount of gas that has been used, based on the change in weight of the cylinder.
Fumigation Transportation
(Virginia Tech Pesticide Programs, 2021-04-16)
This photo shows a truck that is being used to transport Vikane to fumigation treatments. The Vikane cylinders are mounted upright and away from where they could be damaged by a potential rear-end collisyion. The truck has gas monitoring devices attached to the roof, which has a breathable section. In the event of a gas leak, the permeable roof prevents gasses from building up inside of he closed truck. Outside of the truck there are multiple spools of tubing that will be used as supply lines. Note: This photo was edited to remove/censor identifying details.
Fumigation Warning Agent
(Virginia Tech Pesticide Programs, 2021-04-16)
A chloropicrin evaporation container with a wicking agent that has a skull and crossbones symbol. Chloropicrin is a warning agent introduced into the structure prior to fumigation with Vikane (sulfuryl flouride). An applicator is wearing a face shield and gloves as they measure out and set the warning agent behind the circulation fan. Note: Some photos were edited to remove/censor identifying details.
Fumiscope
(Virginia Tech Pesticide Programs, 2021-04-16)
A Fumiscope v5.1 by Key Chemical and Equipment Company. The Fumiscope is a portable instrument which measures the concentration of gases in air. The Fumiscope is calibrated for the measurement of Methyl Bromide and Vikane gases in the range of concentrations used in fumigations.
Kitchen Preparation for Fumigation
(Virginia Tech Pesticide Programs, 2021-04-16)
A kitchen being prepared for a fumigation treatment for bed bugs. The canibents have been opened to allow the fumigation gasses to get inside. Note: This photo was edited to remove/censor identifying details.
Multizone Sulfuryl Fluoride Fumigation Monitor
(Virginia Tech Pesticide Programs, 2021-04-16)
A Multizone Sulfuryl Fluoride Fumigation Monitor is being used to compare fumigant concentrations in four different zones within a tarped vehicle. This allows the applicators to monitor gas concentrations, temperature, relative humidity, and other important characteristics of the tarped area. The box has mutliple pages of warning signs or "placards" that will be used to mark treated structures. Note: This photo was edited to remove/censor identifying details.
Nylofume Bags
(Virginia Tech Pesticide Programs, 2021-04-16)
Nylofume Bags protect food and medication during a Vikane (Sulfuryl Fluoride) fumigations. Note: This photo was edited to remove/censor identifying details.
Spectros Sulfuryl Fluoride Fumigation Monitor
(Virginia Tech Pesticide Programs, 2021-04-16)
A Spectros Instruments portable Sulfuryl Fluoride Fumigation Monitor.
Sulfuryl Fluoride Fumigation Monitor Calibration
(Virginia Tech Pesticide Programs, 2021-04-16)
An applicator is holding a spectros instruments Portable Sulfuryl Fluoride Fumigation Monitor up to a cylinder of Vikane (sulfuryl flouride) to calibrate the instrument. Note: This photo was edited to remove/censor identifying details.
Sulfuryl Fluoride Monitors and Cylinders
(Virginia Tech Pesticide Programs, 2021-04-16)
Multiple sulfuryl flouride monitoring decives (in black and orange cases) are being prepared for use in this fumigation operation. The monitoring stations are each capable of monitoring gas concentrations in multiple zones of a treatment area. There is a Fumiscope thermal conductivity analyzer to the far right on the table. A small cylinder of sulfuryl flouride is on the table, while a large cylinder of Vikane (a.i. sulfuryl flouride) is on the ground at the far left. Note: This photo was edited to remove/censor identifying details.
Tape and Seal House Fumigation Gas
(Virginia Tech Pesticide Programs, 2021-04-16)
A visible stream of fumigation gas is seen being released over a fan that is positioned to circulate the gas more uniformly throughout the structure. This is a cluttered room in a house that is being treated for bedbugs. The picture was taken through a window. Note: This photo was edited to remove/censor identifying details.
Tape and Seal House Fumigation Lockout
(Virginia Tech Pesticide Programs, 2021-04-16)
A door knob lockout device is installed on a house that is being fumigated for bedbugs. This is used to prevent entry into the home until the aeration of the structure is complete. Note: Some photos were edited to remove/censor identifying details.
Tape and Seal House Fumigation Monitoring
(Virginia Tech Pesticide Programs, 2021-04-16)
An applicator is standing at the door of a residence that is undergoing a tape-and-seal fumigation treatment for bedbugs. They are holding a spectros instruments High-Range Portable Sulfuryl Fluoride Fumigation Monitor to read the levels of Vikane (sulfuryl flouride) within the structure through a small hole in the door. The storm door has a warning placard/sign that is required for fumigation treatments. Note: This photo was edited to remove/censor identifying details.
Tape and Seal House Fumigation Room
(Virginia Tech Pesticide Programs, 2021-04-16)
A room is being treated with Vikane (sulfuryl fluoride) fumigation for bedbugs. An odorant has been placed behind the fan so that there will be a noticable scent until the structure is properly aerated. Note: This photo was edited to remove/censor identifying details.
Tape and Seal House Fumigation Sealing Window Door
(Virginia Tech Pesticide Programs, 2021-04-16)
A window and a door are being prepared for a tape-and-seal fumigation treatment in a home. Clear plastic tape has been applied to the edges of the window sill and door frame. Note: Some photos were edited to remove/censor identifying details.