Apparatus and method for controlling weeds and undergrowth

Fluid sprinkling – spraying – and diffusing – Processes – Including heating or cooling

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239130, 239163, 239166, 239172, B05B 124, B05B 120

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ABSTRACT:
An apparatus and method for controlling weeds and undergrowth, as well as insect infestation, as are typically encountered in agricultural environments is disclosed. The apparatus is characterized by its construction to include a heater whereby liquid spray material is first heated to a temperature of from about 100.degree. F. to about 240.degree. F. and then sprayed on the substance to be controlled. The apparatus is further characterized by its construction to include an insulating apron for maintaining the heated spray material in close contact with the substance onto which it is sprayed, while at the same time insulating the heated spray and treated substance from ambient conditions. A variety of fluid conduits and controls are provided so that a variety of spray liquids may be applied in predetermined fashion. The apparatus is constructed so that it can be attached to a standard tractor for ease of use. The method of this invention is characterized by its utilization of agricultural chemicals in amounts from virtually 0% to about 50% of their current recommended dose rate.

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