How Maxforce Roach Bait Stations Work

Maxforce Roach Killer Bait Stations contain a highly attractive bait matrix with the active ingredient Hydramethylnon, all housed within a convenient child-resistant station that keeps bait fresh and protected from contamination. The red lid allows for easy inspection while creating roaches’ preferred environment, darkness, since roaches cannot see light in the red spectrum.

Hydramethylnon is a metabolic inhibitor (in a group of pesticides called trifluoromethyl aminohydrazones) with a unique delayed-action property to maximize control of ant and roach populations. This causes the target pest to have decreased energy, lethargy, and the inability to perform basic life-sustaining functions such as feeding and grooming. Symptoms are delayed, with death typically occurring within 24 to 72 hours.

Roaches ingest the bait or track through it to trigger hydramethylnon poisoning. Roaches then act as poison carriers by coming in contact with other roaches. Poison is also effectively spread throughout roach colonies when the affected roach dies and the other roaches feed on its carcass or feces. This is called the “Domino Effect.” Because hydramethylnon works more slowly than other active ingredients, such as fipronil, it spreads more thoroughly through the roach population for a better secondary kill.

Target Pests

Small roaches such as German and Brown-Banded

PESTS CONTROLLED: Small cockroaches such as German or Brown-Banded roaches

Target Uses of Maxforce Roach Bait Stations

Maxforce Roach Killer Bait Stations can be used in virtually any roach infestation of small roaches (do not use for large roaches such as Oriental roaches). Stations are ready-to-use and require no extra cleanup, so they require no maintenance except monitoring and replacing as needed. Maxforce Roach Killer Bait Stations have a unique child-resistant design, so they can be used even in sensitive situations. Bait stations also protect the bait from contamination like dust or other debris. The included adhesive also makes stations easy to apply discreetly, in any orientation, for use in public areas.

Bait stations are the preferred formulation when harsh conditions exist in treatment sites that may compromise gel baits. Use stations where high moisture/humidity, temperature extremes or dust may reduce long term gel attractiveness. Examples of such sites include: dishwashing rooms; drop ceiling spaces; ovens and steam tables. Stations may also be a better long-term control choice in harborage sites that are difficult to service regularly, or may be sensitive to other formulations such as sprays and/or dusts. Examples of these sites include: inside appliances; vending machines, around electronics and in and around animal habitats.

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Hydramethylnon 2.0%

Application Instructions

1. Stations are ready-to-use out of the bag. Place MAXFORCE Roach Killer Small Bait Stations in areas where cockroaches have been seen and where they hide. Cockroaches infest dark, warm, damp locations.

2. The bait stations can be stuck to a vertical surface by peeling off the bottom label to expose adhesive.

3. For effective roach control use 4-6 bait stations per 100 sq. ft. of horizontal surface area. Place adjacent to walls and flush in corners.

4. Do not spray the bait stations. Avoid placing the bait stations on freshly sprayed surfaces.

5. Roaches will begin eating the bait immediately and you should expect to see fewer roaches within two weeks.

6. Inspect all bait stations and replace as needed for continual control of roaches.

***Always read the product label completely before use***

Each bag contains 72 bait stations, treating at least 1,200 to 1,800 square feet of horizontal surface.

Standard Application Rates:

*Use 4-6 bait stations per 100 sq. ft. of horizontal surface area. Do not use more than 24 stations per residence.

For use in the following areas:

Any area where cockroaches are a problem, such as residential, warehousing and commercial establishments, including food service, food manufacturing and food processing facilities, hospitals, nursing homes, schools, daycare centers, health care facilities, aircraft, basements, laboratories, computer and electronic equipment facilities, pet shops, zoos, buses, boats and trains.

Indoors-

Place stations where roaches have been seen or near harborages. (Likely harborages include warm, damp locations, near or in floor drains and other exposed plumbing fixtures, near basement windows and doors, sewers, steam tunnels, and where food is prepared and stored.) For application to vertical surfaces- peel paper of bottom to expose sticky adhesive. For small cockroaches, inspect bait stations periodically and replace as needed.

Exact placement of stations indoors should be based on a complete monitoring and inspection. Do not apply stations in areas where sprays have been used or will be applied. See our Indoor Roach Control Guide for images. Examples of room-by-room placements include:

Kitchen Placements
* Refrigerator: Between refrigerator and nearby appliance, such as the dishwasher
* Sink: Alongside pipe collar where drainpipe enters the wall
* Cupboards: Flush mounted against an upper corner
* Other appliances: Behind microwave, toaster, blender, coffee maker, etc.
* Floor placements: Underneath dishwasher and/or oven

Bathroom Placements
* Toilet: Mounted on upper rear corner of tank
* Lower Cabinets: Flush mounted against an upper corner
* Sink: Alongside pipe collar where drainpipe enters the wall

Other Rooms
* Closets: Flush mounted against an upper corner
* Appliances: Behind the television, stereo, computer monitor, fish tank, wall clocks, light fixtures, etc.
* Dressers: Flush mounted in corner alongside the interior of the drawer frame
* Furniture: Under base of couch and/or bed where crumbs accumulate
* Utility Room/Area: Underneath hot water heater and/or adjacent to washing machine
* Garage: Flush mounted to door frame where roaches can enter residence

Outdoors-

Labeling does not prohibit use outdoors, however, stations can easily be exposed to rain and other environmental factors that may decrease acceptance and efficacy. If using stations outdoors, place only adjacent to structures in protected areas.

Maxforce Roach Bait Stations with Hydramethylnon Features

• Each bag contains 72 child-resistant bait stations.
• Easy to use.
• See visible results in 2 weeks or less.
• Small bait stations are discreet.
• Safe to use in sensitive areas, especially when sprays are not acceptable.
• No vapor, no fumes, no mess.
• Easy peel-and-stick adhesive.
• Transparent red top enables easy monitoring while giving roaches their preferred environment of darkness, since roaches do not see light in the red spectrum.
• Square base plate design fits exactly into corners and along edges so that roaches are guided directly to the bait.

Extra Tips

• Do not spray liquid residual or repellent insecticides on or near bait stations, as this will repel roaches and reduce efficacy.
• Use within 1 year of opening.
• Do not apply sprays or harsh cleaners on top of bait stations or where bait stations will be used.
• Stations are useful in areas when harsh conditions exist that may compromise gels, such as high moisture/humidity, temperature extremes, or dust. Stations are also helpful in sites that are difficult to service regularly.
• Bait stations can be used as monitors of roach activity in areas prone to infestation.
• Sanitation should always be the top priority when treating for roaches! See our article How to Get Rid of Roaches for more information.
• Good programs rotate baits to avoid resistance. Change baits every few months or alternate with different bait (and different active ingredients) for best results.