bird spike Articles
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New Bird Spikes Is Coming
Our company always do the reserch and improving the bird control products. This month, we make a new bird spikes for solar panel bird proofing. This Solar Panel Bird Spikes provide effective bird proofing solutions for solar panels, preventing pigeons, seagulls, and other pest birds from nesting or roosting under solar panels. The premium stainless steel material that protects against rust, UV, ...
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Bird-b-gone withstands the test of time!
Way back in 1995 the Bank of America branch in Mission Viejo California had a bad pigeon problem. The birds, a flock of about 20 pigeons, were nesting under the eaves and roosting all over the outside of the building. Customer complaints and maintenance costs necessitated that bird control products be used. By coincidence the owner of Bird-B-Gone, Inc., Bruce Donoho used this branch for his ...
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How to Install Bird Spikes
Larger pest birds like pigeons, crows or gulls love to gather in the many nooks and crannies of a structure or building. They’ll land on signs, rooftops and windowsills to roost and nest, creating quite a mess. A single pigeon, for example, can excrete up to 25 pounds of droppings every year. Federal, state and local wildlife protection ordinances forbid the use of lethal or harmful bird ...
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Royal Mail distribution centre in Kent benefits from bird deterrents
Bird netting and bird spikes work together to create effective bird control solution. International construction company SISK recently completed the new 15,400 sq ft Royal Mail distribution centre in Strood. The new Medway mail centre is a key part of a £70 million investment by Royal Mail to modernise its operations across Kent and will process over 3 million items a night. Royal Mail ...
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Dura-Spike bird spikes solve problems large and small - Case Study
The nice thing about Bird Barrier’s Dura-Spike bird spikes is that it is fast and easy to install on both large and small jobs. Because it can be glued or screwed to both flat and curved surfaces, it is an ideal solution for pigeons in non-nesting environments. Take for example the two jobs done recently by two different PMPs. One involved about 3,500 linear feet of the product on standard ...
By Bird Barrier
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Bird-X highlights most commonly received customer questions
If there’s one thing we know, it’s birds! Our Customer Service team understands that some of our products can seem extremely technical and tricky to use. Fear not—we’re here to help you understand how your new Bird-X products work, and clear up any questions about pest birds and animals. Check out some of the most common questions we encounter—you may just find the ...
By Bird-X Inc.
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Gerald r. ford international airport prepares for pest bird landings
A new 4,800-vehicle four-level parking structure, site work and a grand canopy entry area are currently under construction at the Gerald R. Ford International Airport in the Grand Rapids area. The approximately $115-million project began in September 2007 and it is expected to be completed in October 2009. The Grand Canopy is a glass structure attached to the parking garage covering the roadway ...
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Discreet Bird Netting System for London’s Garrick theatre proves effective bird deterrent case study
Eco Environmental were approached to advise the end client on what would be the least visible bird deterrent to prevent pigeons from roosting on the front façade of Garrick Theatre in London once the exterior refurbishment had been completed. As there were large openings around the ornate balcony the only real option was our Anti Bird Net System, which would provide a barrier across these ...
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Bird Control in New Construction Sites
When excavating a construction site you’re bound to come across numerous obstacles. While each one has its own level of difficulty to overcome, arguably the hardest to conquer is relocating wildlife from the site. Today we’re featuring a guest article from Emily Matlovich, writer for CADdetails’ blog Design Ideas for the Built World. One of the reasons why relocation of ...
By Bird-X Inc.
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Bird-b-gone spikes used on new i-35 bridge in minneapolis
It has been a little over a year since the I-35 Bridge in Minneapolis failed during rush hour traffic on August 1, 2007, collapsing to the river and riverbanks beneath. The bridge, which brought nearly 140,000 passengers across the Mississippi river daily, had been a major route for commuter in the area. 13 lives were lost and nearly a hundred people wounded when the bridge collapsed. The ...
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Add To Your Revenue By Adding Bird Control
As a contractor, you've learned that one of the best ways to increase revenue is to increase the number of services you offer your customers. And one of the most revenue enhancing services you can offer today is bird proofing. Regardless of the size or type of building, and no matter what the job, bird proofing is a vital part of protecting any building or structure from the damages imposed by ...
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Why you should use a windshield with your sound level meter
We are often asked about the use of the windshield that is supplied with our noise measurement instruments. We agree, it does not look much and can be a bit cumbersome. However, a windshield is an important accessory. We recommend that you have it to hand with you at all times and use it both indoor and outdoor while taking measurements. A windshield comes as standard with our complete sound ...
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Why Invest in Bird Control?
Birds can be very damaging to your property. In fact, they create millions of dollars in damage every year. When they nest, they can create hazardous conditions that require a substantial amount of cleanup. Bird infestations not only create property damage, but health hazards, liability issues, and can even spread disease. Diseases & Health Issues When it comes to birds there are more than ...
By Bird-X Inc.
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Pigeon Deterrents effectively protect Cumberland House in London
In November 2011, Eco Environmental were invited to tender for the Pigeon deterrent installation requirements at Cumberland House opposite Marble Arch in central London. History: Cumberland House, Central London The building is situated at one end of Oxford Street, opposite Marble Arch with Hyde Park to the rear of that – a perfect outlook for roosting Pigeons! Originally comprisinf of ...
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Customer Education top priority for Bird-X, says latest blog post
In their most recent blog post, Bird-X highlights some of their most commonly received customer questions. From ultrasonic pest deterrents to bird spikes to taste aversions, the company breaks down the science and reasoning behind how their products are able to keep birds and other pest animals at bay. For residential consumers, using products other than the typical lawn sprays or traps may seem ...
By Bird-X Inc.
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Pigeon control…Humane solutions that work
Who hasn't fed a flock of eager bobbing-headed pigeons at the park? Or chased them into a tree? The honest truth is, we've had a love-hate relationship with our grey-feathered friends since they first landed on a statue or church tower.If you're a home or boat owner, or a facilities manager for a warehouse, airport, park, zoo, government or commercial building, the pest pigeon has undoubtedly ...
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Project Travis Air Force Base Travis AFB, CA - Case Study
Project Case History Name: Travis Air Force Base Location: Travis AFB, CA Installer: Wildlife Control Technologies Inc Purpose: To augment BASH Control (Bird to Aircraft Strike Hazard) for Travis Air Force Base by reducing the number of bird perches around aircraft runways. Premium Nixalite Model S (left) installed on runway directional signs (right). Problem: John Horton is ...
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Bird Control – Serious Business for Hospitals
For 26 years Frank Sorentino has managed the outside structures and grounds of the Beaumont Hospital 106 acre complex in Royal Oak, Michigan. The main campus sits on approx. 115 acres. Seventeen separate buildings occupy the site with the Main building just over 10 stories high. In addition 3 parking decks are also located around the facility, providing parking and enough nesting sites for more ...
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Bird proofing hangars, parks and government buildings
Bird Proofing government buildings, parks, military bases, and aircraft hangars has been a problem for quite some time. At the dawn of aviation, the Wright brothers recorded a bird strike that interfered with their early flights. More recently, Hanscom Field in Bedford Massachusetts had roughly 5,000 starlings roosting in their hangar. Clinton Air Force Base in Oklahoma had six hangars with ...
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Pigeon deterrents ready for London 2012 Olympic Games
In preparation for the London 2012 Olympics, our client was chosen to build a new 134-guestroom Holiday Inn hotel situated en route to the Olympic Park in Commercial Road, London E1. Eco Environmental Services Ltd were asked to install pigeon deterrents as specified by the client’s architect. This specification was based around three main types of bird control installation: stainless ...
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