Powered by Bell Sensing Technologies, Mouse iQ contains Bluetooth technology, which means pest management professionals (PMPs) can use their smart devices to check traps up to 100 feet away. Mouse iQ has a small footprint so technicians can target mice exactly where they travel — like heat registers, drop ceilings, rafters and more.
Mouse iQ means that PMPs can provide more efficient service, giving technicians extra time to perform better pest control, and ultimately grow their business. A recent time study conducted at Bell’s 600,000-square-foot manufacturing facility and warehouse found that PMPs can service accounts set with iQ devices 78 percent faster compared to those set with standard traps and bait stations.
Mouse iQ also improves workplace safety because PMPs can check devices from a distance. Technicians don’t need to crawl into tight spaces or climb ladders to check empty traps – avoiding unnecessary injuries.
About Bell Labs
Founded in 1974 by the late Malcolm Stack, a member of the Pest Management Professional Hall of Fame (Class of 2004), Bell Labs today is based in Windsor, Wis., and manufactures rodenticides and other rodent control products available to the pest control and agricultural industries on six continents. It is led by another Pest Management Professional Hall of Famer, CEO Steve Levy (Class of 2022). Bell’s complete line of products includes rodenticides, tamper-resistant bait stations, smart rodent monitoring devices, glue boards, mechanical traps, and attractants.
We’re not talking about winter as we begin 2026, although you should always know how much you’ll need to layer up.
No, we’re talking about the forecast for your pest control company.
Do you know the expected number of services, ordered by service type, and projected revenue for them? Do you know your potential revenue from recurring services?
With FieldRoutes software, you won’t get frozen out of knowing how your pest control company is expecting to perform.
In 2025, Kwik Kill Pest Control in Madison, Wis., paired its software platform with implementation of the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) to assist in strategic planning and goal-setting.
“When you couple that with FieldRoutes, where you have your forecast report and you can see those metrics and analytics growing daily, it just works really well together,” says Breanna Neerland, the company’s vice president.
FieldRoutes’ forecast report bases projections on the latest of three dates — the last completed service, next scheduled service or customer creation date — and applies the service frequency defined in the subscription card.
“You get to see that growth,” Neerland says. “You can start to plan for the number of technicians you’ll need to put on. Along with the dashboard: The dashboard is wonderful to always know where you are for your month. You can change it easily to see your year, your quarter, and constantly stay on top of your metrics.”
Eager to see what’s forecast for you in 2026? You’re just one click away from a demo of FieldRoutes.
The Roban Foam Bundle Set is an innovative solution designed to protect your residential and commercial accounts from rodents and other pests. The set features a can of Roban Foam and two PelGar Copper Mesh packs of 6 feet each, providing pest-proofing and rodent-blocking capabilities.
The foam fills and seals gaps, cracks and structural openings, while the copper mesh adds a tough, gnaw-resistant barrier that prevents rodents from chewing through treated areas. This integrated approach ensures both immediate sealing and extended durability, making it ideal for foundation gaps, pipe penetrations, utility lines and other high-risk entry points. Designed for pest management professionals, the kit enhances exclusion work by preventing foam damage and improving long-term performance.
Whether you’re dealing with insects, rats or mice, the Roban Foam Bundle Set offers a strong and durable barrier to keep unwanted pests out. Made for larger voids and openings, the foam is not super expanding; it is a neutral color and cures slowly for a dense consistency and strong adhesion.
About PelGar
Based in the United Kingdom, PelGar provides products and expertise in more than 60 countries worldwide, including the United States. The company supports customers who are directly involved in controlling nuisance pests, national campaigns against the vectors of disease, and local and national Conservation in Partnership (CiP) projects. PelGar’s global network of experienced staff and in-country resources guarantee an exceptional level of service.
For more than 10 years, pest management professionals (PMPs) have been saving money with Innovative Pest Control Products’ Bug Bars, the company says. These bait stations are a cost-effective method for keeping ant and cockroach baits fresh for longer. Fill the reservoir with the liquid, gel or granular insect bait of your choice to preserve and extend the life and palatability of your bait. Bug Bars’ patented “stepped ramps” design allows for easy access by ants and cockroaches while also being able to close securely to resist pet and child access to baits. Additionally, these bait stations are useful for preventing contamination of surfaces and for preventing pollutants from reaching baits and reducing their effectiveness. Each box of Bug Bars contains 50 refillable insect bait stations. The stations are recommended for use with Innovative Pest Control Products’ Green Way Liquid Ant Killing Bait and Gourmet Ant Bait Gel.
Features include:
The Bug Bar Insect Bait Station is designed to be a sturdy, attractive, thermoformed bait station approximately 2 inches square.
The reservoir holds up to 0.33 ounce of liquid, gel or granular bait.
The entryway is designed to accommodate both ants and cockroaches.
The ribs on the entryway provide a secure foothold for large cockroaches.
The cover easily snaps closed and is difficult for pets or small children to open.
The Bug Bar can be filled or refilled through a fill port on the top of the bait station.
The Bug Bar can be secured in place with double-sided tape or Hercules putty.
Sequoia Quality Solutions and The Pest Posse have jointly launched a new training course: cGMP for Pest Control Teams. This online course is designed to help pest management professionals (PMPs) understand and follow current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) regarding food safety, defense and security.
Following these rules is not just a suggestion; it is an annual requirement for anyone who provides services to food manufacturing facilities. To stay compliant with federal laws and audit standards, any service technician entering these plants must complete this training every year.
Expert Training by Dominique Sauvage
Industry veteran Dominique Sauvage, ACE, PCQI, president of Sequoia Quality Solutions, wrote and developed the course content. He is a seasoned expert with over 40 years of experience in the pest management field. Throughout his career, he has worked in 17 countries and trained more than 10,000 professionals.
Sauvage’s background includes high-level roles such as senior director of technical services at Terminix. He is a certified HACCP trainer and an expert in Food Safety Standards and Audits. His deep understanding of food defense ensures this course provides top-tier education for the industry.
Why Annual Training is Critical
Food manufacturing plants must follow strict safety rules to stay in business. If a PMP does not follow cGMP rules, the facility could fail an audit or face fines. Taking this course every year ensures that your team remains compliant and well-prepared. This annual training also helps a pest control company become a trusted partner that truly understands the needs of food industry clients.
The course is produced by The Pest Posse and is hosted on the Pest Posse Academy training platform:
Mandatory Update: Meets the annual requirement for servicing food plants.
Certification: Every learner gets a certificate of completion after they finish the course.
Easy Access: The training is available online through the Pest Posse Academy.
Expert Knowledge: Sauvage delivers lessons that focus on real-world needs for food safety and security.
Since 1997, the Professional Pest Management Alliance has strived to “grow awareness of the essential role pest management professionals (PMPs) play in protecting health, food and property, creating market conditions that help businesses of all sizes grow stronger, faster.” In late October, it officially rebranded from the acronym of PPMA to the Alliance. An updated logo also reflects this change.
Since 2004, “professional pest management usage jumped from 18 percent to 42 percent among highincome homeowners, adding nearly 10 million new households to the market. The new brand identity captures this momentum while positioning the organization and the industry as a whole for its next phase of growth,” the organization reported in its rebranding announcement.
“PPMA was our foundation, and the Alliance is our future,” Alliance Chairman Bobby Jenkins, a Pest Management Professional columnist, said in the news release. “We’ve always been a movement that grows stronger with every company that joins, and that certainly hasn’t changed. We wanted to make sure our brand reflects that power of coming together. Because when we work as one, we all grow.”
Movers & Shakers
Norway pest control leader expands to US with acquisition
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Elverum, Norway-based Tyro Group acquired EnviroSMART Multifamily Pest Solutions, based in Houston, Texas, and founded by John Weigel in 2009. This is Tyro Group’s first acquisition outside of Europe; it has an established presence in Norway, Germany and the United Kingdom. The partnership will enable EnviroSMART to leverage Tyro Group’s network-wide support, operational expertise and investment capabilities. The Aust Group acted as the exclusive advisor to EnviroSMART on the transaction.
Other news:
Charlotte, N.C.-based Aruza Pest Control appointed five new branch managers: Doug DeVincentis, Smithfield, N.C.; Scott Dunsworth, Dallas, Texas; Michael Haas, Orlando, Fla.; Edward Lannigan, Houston, Texas; and Hasaan McIntyre, Charlotte.
Dr. Katie Stevens joins Liberty, Mo.-based Douglas Products as a field scientist.
Mergers, acquisitions and expansions
Whitmore buys Denver firm
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Denver, Colo.-based Whitmore Pest and Wildlife Control purchased local company Monster Pest Control. Paul Giannamore and Franco Villanueva-Meyer of the Potomac Co. acted as exclusive financial advisors to Monster Pest Control. Pictured from left are Marvin Christner, Whitmore director of training and development, Whitmore VP Wilson Christner, former Monster owner Matt Wolf, Whitmore President and CEO Richard Christner and Sylvia Christner, Whitmore director of employee relations.
Clarke acquires 2 product lines
St. Charles, Ill.-based Clarke, a provider of vector management solutions for public health, acquired Becker Microbial Products and the AquaBac larvicide line, which includes ownership of its proprietary Bacillus thuringiensis subspecies israelensis (Bti) strain.
This is Clarke’s largest acquisition in its nearly 80-year history. The acquisition diversifies its larvicide portfolio, which includes spinosadbased Natular. Like Natular, AquaBac is environmentally friendly with a record of efficacy, including in sensitive habitats. Both larvicides feature formulations that are listed by the Organic Materials Review Institute (OMRI) for use in and around organic areas.
AXN Growth Partners made its ninth Arizona partnership in less than 16 months through a strategic alliance with All Clear Pest Control. Tony and Leah Gumm, brand presidents of Affordable Pest Control, will oversee the integration of All Clear’s customers and team into the AXN platform.
from Pest Management Professional https://www.mypmp.net/a-new-alliance-and-a-growing-industry-rebrands-acquisitions-and-key-appointments-signal-momentum/ Sacramento CA
2025 was a year full of industry growth, steered by major acquisitions, hiring and industry events centered around building the industry loved by all within it.
The writers, contributors and team at PMP magazine could not be more grateful for another successful year alongside the pest management industry. To cap off the year, we have compiled our most-viewed pieces of 2025 to reflect on the major events of the year. Enjoy!
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Each year, the pest-management industry pauses to honor the colleagues, mentors and innovators who have passed on. Individuals whose leadership, technical expertise and dedication shaped the industry we know today. Their contributions remain through the companies they built, the people they trained and the standards they helped define.
The National Pest Management Association (NPMA) released the Public Health Pest Index, its bi-annual pest forecast to raise awareness about the health threats pests pose nationwide. The report identified U.S. cities that were most at risk for experiencing a surge in disease-spreading pests throughout the winter and into spring.
Rockwell Labs Ltd and ConidioTec announce the acquisition by Rockwell of the patented Aprehend biopesticide for bed bugs and associated spray application products.
Hantavirus is an often fatal illness that humans can contract through contact with — especially inhaling airborne particles of — the droppings, urine or saliva in infected deer mice (Peromyscus maniculatus).
The Impact Awards, sponsored by FieldRoutes, honor and celebrate exceptional women at all levels within the pest management industry, in any role, including management, technical service, sales or office staff.
The results revealed a notable surge in bed bug activity, with cities across Ohio, Texas, Florida, California and Pennsylvania dominating the list, suggesting regional trends in infestations likely tied to climate, housing trends and travel hubs.
