Mating Disruption for Indianmeal Moth
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CheckMate® Puffer® IMM
Puffer® IMM is Suterra’s aerosol pheromone release formulation for mating disruption of Indianmeal Moth (IMM) and other stored product moth species.
The fast-to-deploy product can be used in food manufacturing, milling, storage, distribution or even retail settings. CheckMate® Puffer® IMM is compatible with all Integrated Pest Management (IPM) tools.
This innovative aerosol device releases a precise amount of the stored product moth’s sex pheromone consistently throughout the building. This disrupts the mating cycle and suppresses pest populations.
Why Growers Choose CheckMate® Puffer® IMM
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Optimized for longer lasting control (6 months+)
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Easy and fast hanging
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Consistent and precise pheromone release throughout the building
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Effective for many moth species
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Reduces pest infestations
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Lowers insecticide use
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Prevents production shutdowns
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Fights development of insecticide resistance
Stored Product Moths
Indianmeal Moth (P. interpunctella)
Mediterranean Flour Moth (E. kuehniella)
Raisin Moth (C. figulilella)
Tropical Warehouse Moth (C. cautella)
Tobacco Moth (E. elutella)
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Labor Reduction
Using CheckMate® Puffer® IMM over competitor mating disruption devices will reduce the number of devices that need to be hung in facility, as well as labor hours by more than 5 times.
Trap Inhibition
CheckMate® Puffer® IMM greatly hinders the ability of males to find pheromone traps indicating active mating disruption in the environment.
Control | CheckMate® Puffer® IMM
IMM Trap Captures
Testimonial
“The cost on the Puffers® were a lot less than what we used to use, less equipment and less labor as well.”
Maricela Ramirez
Food Safety & Quality Manager, Coalinga | Harris Woolf Almonds
“The Puffer® systems are out of the way. They're kind of a set it and forget it system and they've proven to be extremely effective for us.”
Tom Carter
VP Coalinga Operations | Harris Woolf Almonds
“The cost on the Puffers® were a lot less than what we used to use, less equipment and less labor as well.”
Maricela Ramirez
Food Safety & Quality Manager, Coalinga | Harris Woolf Almonds
“The Puffer® systems are out of the way. They're kind of a set it and forget it system and they've proven to be extremely effective for us.”
Tom Carter
VP Coalinga Operations | Harris Woolf Almonds
“The cost on the Puffers® were a lot less than what we used to use, less equipment and less labor as well.”
Maricela Ramirez
Food Safety & Quality Manager, Coalinga | Harris Woolf Almonds
Frequently Asked Questions
How many sq. ft. does each device cover?
Each CheckMate® Puffer® IMM aerosol device covers 7,300 sq. ft.
How does it work? Does it kill the insects?
The product does not kill the insects, it disrupts the mating cycle by inundating the warehouse or space, with a synthetic copy of the insect's sex pheromone. They are unable to find a mate, thus preventing the reproduction and future generations of insects within the location.
Is it for outdoor use?
The product is designed for indoor use, not for outdoor use.
Can it be used when workers are present? Is it Safe for use indoors?
Yes, the product can be used when workers are present. The Puffer® automatically emanates a synthetic copy of naturally occurring sex pheromones called SCLP's, which are natural substances that have a non-toxic, very targeted mode of action resulting in low human exposure and low tox concerns.
SCLP's are considered exempt from the setting of a tolerance level in the USA, with regards to MRL's. This means the US EPA doesn't set a threshold minimum for this class of chemical, indicating it is generally recognized as safe. The inert ingredients are also exempt from the requirement of a tolerance, according to the EPA.
How do I replace the product after usage?
You will need to swap out the entire unit (Can + Cabinet (the device the can is housed in)). After 6 months, when you're ready to swap from a new device, we will send you a return label to send back your used units for easy recycling as part of our clean orchard/warehouse promise.
How long is the product viable for?
The product can be used with proper preparation for 6 months.
Does it work for other insects?
- Indianmeal Moth (P. interpunctella)
- Mediterranean Flour Moth (E. kuehniella)
- Raisin Moth (C. figulilella)
- Tropical Warehouse Moth (C. cautella)
- Tobacco Moth (E. elutella)
Where should I hang it?
- Hang from secure supports such as walls, pallets, columns, or ceiling hangers.
- Hang ideally 7-15 feet from the floor, but higher is acceptable if commodities are stacked in the facility.
- Ensure the device is not spraying at walls or over open food.