Maxforce Quantum Liquid Ant Bait (3 x 30g Pack)

Maxforce Quantum Liquid Ant Bait is a viscous liquid ant bait containing active ingredient 0.3g/L Imidacloprid. Ants take the bait back to the nest where the active ingredients kills the queen, workers and the rest of the nest.

Maxforce Quantum is registered for the control of ants in and around the home. Its patented formulation system (HVL Technology) naturally preserves the bait to ensure long term attractiveness without artificial preservatives.

Results show that the bait remains palatable to ants for up to 8 weeks after application. Ants take the bait back to the nest where the active ingredient kills the queen, workers and the rest of the nest.

Key features and benefits of Maxforce Quantum Liquid Ant Bait

• Broad spectrum appeal to many ant species – Controls sugar feeding species as well as certain protein feeding ant species.
• A completely homogeneous viscous liquid bait – Ants are liquid feeders. Maxforce Quantum is in a physical state which matches the natural feeding preference of the target pest.
• Contains 0.03% imidacloprid – Higher concentration compared to earlier Maxforce liquid baits (0.005%) provides faster elimination of the ant colony.
• Utilises patented HVL Technology^TM – Extended bait life. Place enough bait at first visit and have confidence of ongoing palatability to ants for a minimum of eight weeks after application. Bait is also completely stable under a range of temperature extremes.
• Non-scheduled – Non-toxic formulation provides greater level of confidence of safety in use compared to other competitor products classified as poisons.
• Contains >99.9% naturally derived ingredients – Low level of synthetic ingredients means greater attractiveness to ants (Customers will also appreciate this feature).
• Low application rate (0.2g per square meter bait placement) – 1 pack of 3 x 30g gels contain 450 bait placements

Broad Spectrum Control with Maxforce Quantum Liquid Ant Bait

Maxforce Quantum has been scientifically tested in Australia against Australian ant species and has shown a high level of effectiveness against a range of pest ants. Maxforce Quantum is effective against sugar feeding species as well as protein feeding species.*

The registered label carries claims for control of nuisance ants including the following species:

• Ochetellus glaber (Black house ant)
• Monomorium pharaonis (Pharaoh’s ant)
• Tapinoma melanocephalum (Ghost ant)
• Linepithema humile (Argentine ant)
• Technomyrmex albipes (White-footed house ant)

* Note: Whilst certain protein feeders will feed on sugary liquids there are other proteinfeeding ants for which granular protein based baits are still the best choice for control, especially in outdoor areas.

Application Rate and Tips for Maxforce Quantum Liquid Ant Bait

• 0.2 g/m2 (equivalent to one pea-sized drop or a number of smaller drops)
• Use sufficient number of baiting points to maximise bait uptake
• The greater the number of baiting points, the greater the chance of control since more ants will be able to access the bait
• Place bait at intervals along ant trails
• Place securely in areas where bait is not disturbed by cleaning or work activities
• Bait effectiveness is optimised when other sources of food are eliminated
• Place bait as soon as you spot an infestation
• An effect on the ant population can be expected within 7 days, as the frequency of foragers will decline
• Most nests are eliminated within 14 days

What is the HVL Technology used in Maxforce Quantum Liquid Ant Bait?

Conventional liquid baits (and even some gel products) can dry out relatively quickly when exposed to the environment and therefore lose their attractiveness to ants. Maxforce Quantum utilizes HVL (Hygroscopic Viscous Liquid) Technology to extend the life of the bait and ensure longlasting effectiveness.

HVL Technology utilises the unique properties of a naturally derived ingredient to not only function as a preservative (eliminating the need for artificial preservatives which can impact on palatability to ants) but also to result in a product which exhibits hygroscopic properties. (Hygroscopic means to attract or readily absorb moisture from the air – in other words this means non-drying).

As a result, the liquid nature of Maxforce Quantum is maintained over an extended period and the bait remains attractive to ants for long periods. Trials show that Maxforce Quantum palatability significantly outlasts other competitor gels.