31848
Author
Williams, Stephen L.; McLaren, Suzanne B.
Title Of Article Chaper
Modification of storage design to mitigate insect problems
Title Of Journal Book
Collection forum
Volume
6
Issue
1
Pages
27-32
Collation
3 figs.
Reference Bibliography
refs.
ISSN
0831-4985
Language Of Text
English
Language Of Summary
English
Literature Type
Serial
Literature Level
Analytic
Abstract
A case study involving a pest infestation is described. Analysis of the problem made it obvious that the use of toxic chemicals in the cases would provide only short-term relief. The source of the infestation was the organic material that accumulated underneath storage cases. The existing storage design actually provided areas in which insect pests flourished. To correct the situation, special metal frames with adjustable legs were designed, assembled, and incorporated in the storage design. This modification provided better support for positioning storage units, easy access to areas below cases for cleaning purposes, and better protection against insects. Furthermore, the frames are easily installed, modified, dismantled, and reused.
Keywords
storage;design;insects;infestation;metal;frames
pub_id
31848