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AUGUST 15, 2018

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UpcomingEvents View PMP's calendar for a full list of industry events. Email the editors to submit an event. Michigan Pest Management Association Fishing Tournament [Aug. 18 | Manistee, Michigan] ASPCRO Conference [Aug. 20-24 | San Antonio, Texas] NPMA Rodent Webinar [Sept. 10 ] RISE Annual Meeting [Sept. 23-25 | Amelia Island, Fla.] FAOPMA-Pest Summit 2018 [Sept. 26-29 | Shenzhen, China]   SPONSORED CONTENT Take the guess work out of your bids with the Avitrol Bird Control App! Are you new to bird work, or have you ever wondered if you’re charging enough for your program? Your life just got easier! The Avitrol Bird Control app contains a unique bid calculator that will not only allow you to calculate your costs, but will even provide you with suggested amounts to charge. Our app is free, easy to use, and runs on all platforms (Windows, Mac, iOS, Android… etc). [ click here to check it out now ] CurrentIssue [Budget your way to success] [10 reasons to hire veterans] [5 questions with David Roeder] TOP STORY Rollins celebrates 50 years on NYSE R. Randall Rollins and Henry Tippie, present at the 1968 listing ceremony on the New York Stock Exchange, rang the closing bell for Rollins Inc.'s anniversary. [ read more ] RELATED: Rollins acquires Bakersfield firm   SPONSORED CONTENT 90-day residual control of spiders Spiders can be difficult to control because they make very light contact with treated surfaces, tiptoeing quickly across them. The micro-mesh encapsulation technology in Fendona CS by BASF, can overcome this challenge. [ learn more ] ON THE RECORD How to develop a pheromone mating disruption program By Anna Berry A McCloud Pest Management Solutions entomologist and training manager offers tips for stored product pest management. [ read more ] INDUSTRY INTEL Dwyer Group acquires Mosquito Joe Dwyer Franchising, one of the world’s largest parent companies of home service brands, acquired Mosquito Joe, a mosquito control services franchisor based in Virginia Beach, Va. [ read more ] Formosans found in California community Thrasher Termite & Pest Control uncovered the first confirmed infestation in 20 years in San Diego County, Calif. Find out how the new colony was identified. [ read more ]   SPONSORED CONTENT ProVerde: Natural Born Killers of Pests ProVerde products harness patented essential oil technology to deliver proven performance against roaches, ants, wasps and other listed insects. They are classified as Minimum-Risk pesticides by the EPA and are ideal for use in residential and commercial areas where human and pet safety is a priority. [ learn more ] Rentokil acquires Pratt Pest The acquisition of Marysville, Wash.-based Pratt Pest Management, expands Rentokil Steritech’s density in the Northwestern U.S. market. [ read more ] Univar launches Global Digital Hub Featuring an innovative workspace with more than 100 digital experts, Univar's new facility focuses on developing a variety of industry digital solutions. [ read more ] ASSOCIATION NEWS PPMA revamps website for kids The new content at PestWorldForKids.org is now also aimed at daycare, preschool and pre-k programs. Check out how pest management professionals can share the information and help educate children. [ read more ]   SPONSORED CONTENT Finally, bed bug blocking mattress encasements now cost less You asked. We listened. We spent a lot of time talking "mattress encasements" with Pest Management Professionals and have learned most PMPs believe they don't have a bed bug blocking mattress encasement designed with PMPs in mind. Now you do! Introducing CleanRest's new Bug Tech mattress encasement, the preferred workhorse for bed bug jobs. [ request your free sample today and learn more ] GIVING BACK NC PWIPM launches award The North Carolina Chapter of the Professional Women in Pest Management launched the Administrative Professional of the Year Award. See how to nominate a deserving team member. [ read more ] RELATED: NCPMA names new board CLOSE-UP Take a 4-minute survey for a chance to win On our site and social media channels, you’ll find content that’s sponsored (and labeled as such) by our trusted advertisers. We want to make sure this content meets your needs. What kind of content is most valuable to you? Do you find it to be helpful? Share your thoughts in PMP's Sponsored Content survey. [ take survey ] Last chance: PMP's State of the Industry survey Share your successes, struggles and predictions. Take our annual survey to let us know what 2018 has been like and how you are preparing for 2019. We are giving respondents the option to select a reward. [ take survey ] MOVERS & SHAKERS Liphatech expands district manager role Liphatech expanded Northeast District Manager John Murphy’s role to include various technical manager duties. [ read more ] Truly Nolen promotes SLC manager Tucson, Ariz.-based Truly Nolen Pest Control promoted Brittani Linder to manager of its commercial service office in Midvale, Utah, serving the Salt Lake City market. [ read more ] RELATED: Truly Nolen promotes Vegas manager LaunchPad Products that are new to the pest industry Azuga: DashCam CSI: Stryker Wasp and Hornet Killer Pest Control Insulation: TAP Online Training Portal Rockwell Labs: EcoVia MT Mosquito & Tick Control