Chemical Roller
Published:11/15/2022Description:
“No-Drift” Chemical Applicator
The Problem:
Unintended herbicide application can devastate home lawns and gardens, as well as surrounding properties. This often occurs due to spray drift when treating for weeds. Products designed to eliminate weeds, but preserve turf grasses, often harm nearby trees, shrubs, and other bedding plants. As a result, individuals waste a great deal of time and money. Alternatives, such as conical applicators, are time consuming and do little to prevent spray drift.
The Solution:
Researchers at the University of Tennessee have developed an alternative chemical applicator with a roller attached to an extendable shaft. Herbicide, or other chemicals, flow into the shaft from a traditional backpack sprayer, into a fluid dispenser housed within the chemical roller. Chemicals are then rolled over the weed’s surface, eliminating any risk of spray drift. This technology has applications for manufacturers of lawn and outdoor equipment, landscape products, and small-scale agricultural sprayers.
Benefits:
For more information contact:
Robyn Geron
Asst Commercialization Manager
865.974.1882 | rgeron@utk.edu
UTRF Reference ID: 21086