Birds are all around us, they have grown accustomed to the “urban environment.” And although they are an essential part to our eco-system, there is damage being done that we have overlooked. Bird control in steel structures has become an essential part of facility management. The presence of birds, particularly in airport, transmission tower, transformer substation and so on, can lead to several challenges, ranging from property damage to increased maintenance costs and health risks.
BIRDS IN HANGARS
Birds cause more than just disruptions on runways; they also pose significant challenges within aircraft hangars. In these spaces, birds frequently leave behind droppings, feathers, and debris on floors and aircraft being serviced with their cowlings open as they nest and roost in the high steel beam.
Regrettably, this situation can lead to hazards and issues, especially when bird debris falls into sensitive engine assemblies and components. Furthermore, maintenance and repair crew members must remain vigilant for the potential slip-and-fall dangers posed by bird droppings.
As a result, birds in aircraft hangars can cause multiple issues, including:
Unnecessary clean-ups
Maintenance delays
Aircraft damage
Slips and falls
BIRDS ON BRIDGE STEEL STRUCTURES
On August 1, 2007, the I-35W Bridge in Minneapolis, MN, USA collapsed into the Mississippi River, resulting in 13 fatalities and over 100 injuries. Department of transportation workers discovered that pigeon droppings had obstructed their ability to inspect the bridge.
The Associated Press stated that experts believe the droppings played a significant role in accelerating the rusting of the bridge’s steel beams. In the United States alone, it’s estimated that bird-related damage costs cities tens of millions of dollars annually. Experts noted that bird droppings negatively impact various aspects, particularly causing severe degradation to steel materials. The acidic nature of bird droppings can expedite the erosion of metal, and steel over time, leading to decreased property value, damage to construction sites, equipment, and historical landmarks, and even financial losses and fatalities.
Birds tend to nest in areas that provide shelter and warmth, many steel beams will be their choice. Bird feces not only corrode metal but also various building materials such as concrete, stone, tar shingles, and brick.
The common thread among successful approaches has been identifying the appropriate combination of non-lethal methods to persuade birds to relocate. Killing birds does not resolve the issue; as long as a location remains attractive to birds, others will replace the ones that are removed. Effective deterrents make invading birds perceive an area as unsafe or undesirable, or impede their ability to comfortably roost there.
WHAT IS THE BIRD CONTROL STRATEGIES FOR STEEL STRUCTURES
Usually people use the following methods to keep birds away：
LASER DETERRENTS
Laser deterrents have been shown to be highly effective at deterring birds. But such products are expensive and difficult to install near steel buildings.
BIRD NETTING
Bird netting is a common method used for bird control in buildings. It involves installing nets in areas where birds are likely to nest or perch. However, while this strategy can deter birds from specific areas, it is generally considered a temporary solution and may not be fully effective in large-scale bird infestations. Furthermore, birds can sometimes get caught in the netting, leading to potential harm. The installation of bird nets in steel structure buildings greatly affects the beauty of the building.
BIRD SPIKES AND WIRES
Bird spikes and wires are physical deterrents installed on ledges, beams, and other surfaces to prevent birds from landing and roosting. However, these methods can detract from the aesthetic appeal of the building and are only effective in the specific areas where they are installed. Also, they do not offer a long-term solution to bird infestation and require regular maintenance.
BIRD DETERRENT SOUND SYSTEM
A bird deterrent sound system uses distress calls and predator sounds to scare away birds. However, these systems have limited effectiveness depending on the sound range, the bird species, and their acclimatization to the sounds. Additionally, these sounds can be disturbing to people in the vicinity and may not be suitable for all settings.
Pestman provide bird control solutions to hundreds of airports, power plants, food processing plants, farms, and breeding farms around the world. As a bird control expert with over 30 years of experience, we believe that the best bird control solution for steel structure buildings is to apply Pestman Bird Repellent Block.
Our product of Pestman bird repellent block is mainly repel the harmful birds for Steel structures, Transmission tower and Transformer substation. Pestman Bird Repellent Block is made from biological source raw material. This product is a application of modern biotechnology for repelling birds, and it is a kind of environmental pollution-free biological agents.
The principle of bird repellent block is to make use of the allergic reaction of birds to the smell of the active ingredients of biological materials. The birds will escape and not staying or making nests during their memory period. After installation, it will keep on be effective for repelling the harmful birds for 8-10 months on steel structures.
Key Product Benefits:
– Repel birds away – Cut recurring cleanup and repair costs;
– Last for more than 300 days – Not affected by rain, sunlight, high temperature and other environments;
– Easy to use – It is fixed on steel structures through magnets and is easy to replace without cleaning.
– No pesticides or harmful chemicals – The main active ingredients are biological materials. Safe for humans, animals and environment;
– Reduce health risks – Prevent the spread of diseases;
– Humane bird repel and non-irritating – Only repels the harmful birds, and not kill birds or any other animals;
– Maintain property aesthetics – Prevent bird droppings from damaging the exterior of the building.
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