You want to use mineral oil to dilute Shockwave. We unfortunately do not carry or have access to the oil you would need for mixing, however the Shockwave can be used undiluted for applications as well. You may need to try local hardware or farm stores to see if they carry the technical grade mineral oil needed if you choose to dilute the product.
We apologize but we are not able to give a rate for the use of Shockwave in a fogger for mosquito control. The Shockwave product label specifies, "Do not use this product for area-wide mosquito adulticiding applications." Shockwave can be used for perimeter outdoor control, but it should not be used for thermal fogging outdoors for mosquites.
Unfortunately, there are few products remaining on the market for mosquito treatment outdoors using a thermal fogger. We do carry Bonide Bug Beater Yard and Garden Insect Fog, which is excellent for small and/or garden applications. CSI 30-30 Mosquito, Fly, and Gnat Control would be appropriate for larger area applications.
Shockwave is not labeled for termites in any way, and fogging is not recommended for them as this method only kills what is out in the open at the time you use it and termites are actually inside wood not out in the open.
For treating active infestations of termites you will need to treat the wood they are infesting directly. This can be be done with a product like Boracare if you are treating for drywood termites, or Termidor which is good for subterranean termites and drywood. If you are dealing with subterranean termites it is also recommended to do a trench around the home for prevention and treatment. We have some great advice here if you click through the Identify, Inspect, Treat, and Prevent on the top blue bar.
Shockwave contains petroleum distillates so is an oil-based misting concentrate. You will triple rinse your equipment in between applications.
We would recommend picking up some mineral oil from a local home improvement or paint store for use in Shockwave Fogging Insecticide. We would recommend sticking with what the label says and mixing with mineral oil. You could also use a light petroleum oil as well. You do not want to clog up your fogger with oils that are not listed on the label.
The mixing rates for Shockwave Fogging Insecticide will depend upon what you are treating for.
Yes, Shockwave can be used in either the Fogmaster Micro Jet or the Commander Tri-Jet.
Shockwave would be the best option in a thermal fogger. Powerful fogging concentrate that delivers two killing agents, two synergists and an IGR for devastating insect control.
Shockwave Fogging Concentrate is not available in a smaller size. The shelf life is 3-5 years from the date of purchase if stored at room temperature.
Shockwave is not labeled for use in a greenhouse. The only fogger that we have that is labeled for use in a greenhouse environment is a ready to use fogger called 1300 Orthene Total Release Aerosol.
Shockwave Fogging Concentrate will continue to work for up to 3 months indoors after an application, depending on where you are treating and your target pest(s). Please consult the product label for specific reapplication intervals.
Indoors, the dilution rate of shockwave is rate of 1 (one) part concentrate to 9 (nine) parts oil and mix well. Apply at the rate of 5.0 fluid ounces per 1,000 cubic feet of space. Please follow the product label for application.
Outdoors, dilute concentrate in a range of 1 part Shockwave™ Fogging Concentrate plus 2.25 parts oil to 1 part concentrate plus 29 parts oil and mix well