What is the primary use of a compressed-air sprayer?

The primary use of a compressed-air sprayer is to make residual and contact insecticide applications. This type of sprayer is designed to generate a fine mist or spray of liquid, which allows for the effective application of insecticides over a variety of surfaces. When using this equipment, the pressurized air forces the pesticide solution through the nozzle, creating a spray that can cover large areas and penetrate hard-to-reach places, which is crucial for ensuring that the pesticide makes contact with pests and provides the desired residual effect.

Residual insecticides remain on surfaces and continue to be effective over time, while contact insecticides need to come into direct contact with pests to be effective. The compressed-air sprayer is ideal for applying these types of insecticides efficiently and uniformly, contributing to better pest management outcomes.

While compressed-air sprayers can indeed be used indoors and assist in cleaning equipment, those are not their primary purposes. Mixing pesticide concentrates typically involves a different process and equipment that is designed for that specific task, rather than utilizing a sprayer intended for application.