Patent Abstract:
the invention provides compositions , devices , and methods for the control of termites , general pests and fungi , such compositions and devices comprising one or more of phenothrin , a borate , and a plant oil or a derivative thereof .

Detailed Description:
before describing the present invention in detail , it is to be understood that this invention is not limited to particular embodiments , which can , of course , vary . it is also to be understood that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only , and is not necessarily intended to be limiting . as used in this specification and the appended claims , terms in the singular and the singular forms “ a ,” “ an ,” and “ the ” include plural referents unless the context clearly dictates otherwise . thus , for example , reference to “ a composition ,” also includes a plurality of compositions , and the like . the present invention comprises a compilation of chemicals used as an alternative to common termiticides , pesticides and fungicides . this compilation allows resistance to termites , wood boring beetles , carpenter ants and bees , fungi and other wood destroying organisms and general pests by treating the soil at the exterior and interior portions of the foundations and walls along with treating wood members and around plants . in addition it would be desirable to provide a barrier of protection under , around and on wood components of the structure both pre - construction and post - construction and to incorporate this with under the slab / foundation of the structure this would preserve the properties of the composition and minimize the environmental impact . this invention is designed to have a longer residual life and doesn &# 39 ; t require special equipment and is simple in its application . these ingredients consist of a termite and pest killer such as phenothrin , chlorpyrifos , permethrin as an active ingredient and yet while using a borate as a dehydrate a soy bean oil , canola oil and or coconut oil as a attractant these would be considered inert ingredients . for example : when putting these ingredients together ¾ parts “ termite / pest / fungi killer ” 3 / 16 part borate and 1 / 16 soy / canola / coconut oil , when combining these entities together creates this invention . when these ingredients are in concentrated form and then mixed with water it is in the ideal form for treating the “ target pest .” for example : use of a 0 . 5 to 1 . 0 % emulsion for termites . mix 1 - 4 gallons of the mixture in 98 gallons of water for post - construction treatment by injection or horizontal spraying not exceeding 25 - 50 p . s . i . at the nozzle , this method of application is especially designed for “ rodding and trenching ” and also maybe used in a biodegradable form . when in its concentrate form in its professional usage it allows about 4 gallons of emulsion per 10 linear feet per foot of depth . in treating problem pests such as ants , spiders , and sow bugs . for example should be 20 p . s . i . or less when treating these type of insects and should be treated at the infested areas . note : when treating such pests in areas like these the 0 . 25 to 0 . 5 % emulsion should apply . to treat or protect against fungus or fungi for example : can be treated with these entities with 0 . 25 to 0 . 5 % emulsion spraying the untreated wood members with 20 p . s . i . or less at the nozzle , if the wood should have an existing infection all decay should be removed and the member would be treated to kill the existing spores and to protect the wood itself , all these above methods could and should be applied by professionals . this method of installation is common in most areas of the country . when in its biodegradable form it must be applied to the soil grade adjacent to the foundation wall and should be trenched about 6 to 8 inches in depth and about 6 to 8 inches in width then water is added a few gallons per foot of the termite , pest and fungi / tubular prevention composition or until foam emulsion is established , the soil is covered over the trenched area and the “ composition ” allowing it to drain down into the soil and crystallize around the area treated creating a chemical barrier . this method and or process may apply to treating around trees , planter boxes , planter boxes , porches and decks . this method of treatment does not require a special license but will require gloves and possible protective eyewear . in various embodiments , the current invention comprises a termite / pest / fungi prevention system comprising : phenothrin , chlorpyrifos , and / or permethrin ; a borate ( e . g ., sodium borate , disodium octaborate tetrahydrate ); and an oil such as soybean , coconut or canola . synonyms for coconut oil include , e . g ., amides , coco , n -( hydroxyethyl ); n -( hydroxyethyl ) amide , coconut . such systems can comprise compositions of , e . g ., 75 % phenothrin , chlorpyrifos , and / or permethrin ; 20 % disodium octaborate tetrahydrate ; and , 5 % oil ( e . g ., soybean , coconut and / or canola ). other embodiments comprise compositions comprising 25 % phenothrin , chlotpyrifos , and / or permethrin ; 15 % disodium octaborate tetrahydrate ; and , 60 % oil ( e . g ., soybean , coconut and / or canola ). in other aspects the invention comprises methods of preventing termites , using such composition by obtaining a piece of wood to be treated , and treating the wood with such compositions . such wood can be used in construction projects similar to untreated wood . such wood can be treated with the compositions of the invention by spraying the wood ( and / or other areas ) with a high - pressure sprayer . the compositions of the invention can optionally be diluted prior to their use . for example , the compositions can be diluted to 0 . 5 - 1 . 0 %, or by diluting 100 - 200 times the volume of the composition in water , etc . in other aspects , the invention comprises methods of protecting a building ( exterior and / or interior and / or foundation ) from pests by , identifying the building to be protected , preparing a composition of the invention , and treating the soil surrounding the foundation of the building with the composition . other embodiments include , e . g ., treating a piece of wood with compositions of the invention and using such treated wood in direct contact with soil , with soil infested with insects / fungi , etc ,. in order to kill insects / fungi . again , the compositions can be diluted prior to use in protection of buildings and the diluted compositions can be applied to the building and its surroundings via a high - pressure sprayer . the goal is to establish a continuous chemical barrier between the termite colony ( usually in the soil ) and wood in a building . sometimes there may be a second termite colony above the soil ( in the roof or other areas with a constant moisture supply ) that requires additional treatment . insecticide barriers may be established during or after building construction . in an existing building , termite treatments may involve any of the following procedures : a ) mechanical alterations and / or b ) use of an insecticide to treat the soil , foundation and wood . in most cases , it is beyond the ability of an untrained person to attempt the termite treatment , unless is a spot treatment or a person has work experience in this area . generally termite treatment should be performed by professional pest control operators . termite treatment requires special tool such as hammer drills , sub - slab injectors , rodding devices , engines equipped with pumps , protective equipment . these insecticide methods control termites , pests if applied properly . when the compound is in a tubular form of concentrate the component is “ bio degradable ” like peat moss rolled in cellophane . this component can be applied by any homeowner as a “ do - it - yourself installation and is placed in areas around the structure and foundation were trenching is performed and then the component is placed in the trench water is applied until emulsification then covered over with the trenched soil . this application is useful in the remediation of pests and termites . references cited : 1514377 november 1924 dow et al ., pp . 514 / 730 ; 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( isoptera : rhinotermitidae ) div . of insect biology , dept . of environmental sciences , u . c . berkeley , while the foregoing invention has been described in some detail for purposes of clarity and understanding , it will be clear to one skilled in the art from a reading of this disclosure that various changes in form and detail can be made without departing from the true scope of the invention . for example , all the techniques and apparatus described above may be used in various combinations . all publications , patents , patent applications , or other documents cited in this application are incorporated by reference in their entirety for all purposes to the same extent as if each individual publication , patent , patent application , or other document were individually indicated to be incorporated by reference for all purposes