Speciality Products

pHixer is a specialist water conditioner that adjusts spray tank water to an optimum pH level of 4.0 - 5.0.

pHixer contains chemical water conditioners that dissolve the carbonates in the spray solution to reduce their ability to react with pesticides or foliar feeds.

pHixer also contains an indicator dye which turns pink when the water has achieved the ideal pH range.

If the desired colour change is not correct after adding the selected quantity of pHixer the optimum pH range has not yet been reached. Continue adding pHixer in small quantities at a rate of 10ml/100 litres of water (with constant agitation) until the correct shade is reached.

N.B. Always mix pHixer thoroughly with water first before adding pesticides or foliar feeds.

Medium to moderately hard water area

Hard to very hard water area

Key Points

Reduces the negative impact of hard water on spray treatments

Treats water with high salinity

Especially useful for herbicidefungicide or foliar feedtreatments in hard water areas

Water turns pink when at theoptimum pH level

The quality of the water used in spray solutions can have a significant impact on the performance of the pesticide or foliar nutrition being used.

Directions for usepHixer contains a built-in pH indicator that turns spray water pink at an optimum pH level of 4.0-5.0.1. Establish the general pH and

hardness of your spray water in your area.

2. From the table below, calculate how much pHixer should be added.

3. As soon as a stable pink colour is obtained there is no need to add additional quantities of pHixer.

4. Mix pHixer thoroughly before adding pesticides or foliar feeds.

When to useUse whenever needed to optimise the condition of spray tank water in order to minimize the potential negative impact of dissolved carbonates on pesticide treatments.

Recommended period of useYear-round

Product characteristicsPack size: 5 litresPacks per outer: 4 x 5 litresPack coverage: Variable

Health and safetyA Material Safety Data sheet is available on request.

Application rate

Water Hardness Rating

Application rate ml / 100 L of spray water.

Soft 40-50 ml

Medium 50-80 ml

Medium Hard 80-180 ml

Hard 180-200 ml

Very Hard 200-220 ml

Sp0tless is a highly formulated cleaning agent for the cleaning and decontamination of spraying equipment. It is especially effective at clearing sticky formulations.

Directions for useCLEANING PROCEDURE

Any rinsate arising from spray tank cleaning should be disposed of on a crop approved for the products being used, not exceeding the maximum individual dose for that crop. Cleaning can be completed on an enclosed wash down area with water cleaning system.

1. Immediately after spraying and completely emptying tank, hoses and booms. Wash any contamination on the outside of spraying equipment with Sp0tless (50 ml in 10 L water)

2. Rinse inside of tank with clean water and flush through hoses and booms using 10% of tank spray volume. Drain tank completely.

3. Half fill the tank with clean water and add Sp0tless Tank Cleaner at the selected rate. Agitate and briefly flush the hoses, boom and nozzles. Then completely fill tank with water and agitate for 15 minutes.

Flush the hoses and spray all of the contents out through the boom. Drain the tank completely.

NOTE: If it is not possible to drain the tank completely, repeat step 3 before going on to step 4.

For very large sprayers with internal sprinklers it is not necessary to completely fill the tank. With agitation and sprinklers running ensure contact time between the cleaning solution and all internal tank surfaces of 15 to 30 minutes

For extra resistant combinations, allow the cleaning solution to ‘sit’ for 24 hours to increase residue removal. If it is suspected hoses and spray lines are contaminated increase cleaning solution contact time to 48 hours.

4. Nozzles, screens and filters should be cleaned with a fresh solution of Tank Cleaner and water (50 ml in 10L of water).

5. Rinse the tank with clean water and flush through the hoses and boom. Drain the tank completely.

6 . Sample of final rinse may be applied to a susceptible plant to ensure total decontamination.

Where to useCan be used with all spray applications.

Recommended period of useYear-round.

Product characteristicsPack size: 5 litresPacks per outer: 4 x 5 litres

Health and safetyA Material Safety Data sheet is available on request.

Application rateFor decontamination of spray tank and cleaning of sticky formulations (sulfonylurea (Group B) and carfentrazone-ethyl (Group G) herbicides): Use 500 ml per 100 litresof water.

Key Points Maintains the effectiveness of spray equipment

Decontaminates sprayer after use

It is especially effective at clearing sticky formulations (sulfonylurea (Group B) and carfentrazone-ethyl (Group G) herbicides)

Key Points

Cleans and removes algae, slimes and lichens

Reduces the risk of slippery surfaces

Low application rates

Economical to use

Ranger is a Hard Surface Cleaner for use on all hard surfaces including: Concrete*, Asphalt, Tarmac, Block paving, artificial sports surfaces, any hard surface areas (except memorial marble/slate).

Directions for use• Ranger can be applied by brush,

mop and ideally by surface spray. • It is essential that all areas to be

cleaned are thoroughly wetted with the product.

• Ranger works on contact and continues to work for 5 to 7 days after application.

• In some instances a second treatment may be necessary where there is severe algae / lichen build up.

Where to useConcrete*, Asphalt, Tarmac, Block paving, artificial sports surfaces, all hard surfaces (except Marble and slate).

Recommended period of useYear-round.

Product characteristicsPack size: 5 litresPacks per outer: 4 x 5 litresPack coverage: 500m2

Contains: dodecyl dimethyl ammonium chloride, as well as a blend of Organic Acid and Surfactants.

HSE Number: 10045PCS: PCS registration

pending at time of publication

Health and safetyA Material Safety Data sheet is available on request.

Application rate1 litre treats 100m2

Water Volume20 litres water per litre of product.

FAQ’s Can I walk the material from a hard surface onto a lawn, plant or crop area? No it could scorch turf, plant and crop areas as Ranger could be transferred through footprints.

What should be done if spilt or walked onto turf, plant or crop area to prevent damage? Water through with clean water

Do I need to take any special precautions regarding children/pets/animals coming into contact after treatment?It would be sensible to keep children, pets etc off treated areas until the spray has completely dried. The time for this depends on environmental conditions.

What protective clothing should be worn during application? Full PPE should be worn.

Are there any other surfacesthat it can cause permanent damage to?We advise caution on high value surfaces such as war graves, cathedral limestone, polished marble etc. Test a small area first, before treating large areas.

Will this product cause permanent damage to clothingif not washed off? The material is acidic so always make sure you wash off immediately.

If applied by sprayer what levelof cleaning is required to make sure that it doesn’t cause permanent damage?Regular cleanout of the sprayer parts with an approved cleaner such as Sp0tless is advised.

* Do not use on high quality concrete that has a smooth finish, such as patio stonework made from reconstituted stone or cement.

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Cleans and removes algae, slimes and lichens

Reduces the risk of slippery surfaces

Low application rates

Economical to use

Reduces negative impact in hard water areas

Adjusts pH to level of 4.0 – 5.0 for optimum pesticide performance and nutrition uptake

Treats water with high salinity

Unique colour indicator for ease of use

Maintains the effectiveness of spray equipment

Decontaminates sprayer after use

It is especially effective at clearing sticky formulations

Epsilon House, West Road, Ipswich, IP3 9FJUnited KingdomTel.: 01473 237 111Fax: 01473 237 150Email: prof.sales@icl-group.comwww.icl-sf.co.ukwww.icl-sf.ie