Rentokil launches new connected rat control technology for Irish businesses
Rentokil, Ireland’s leading pest control provider, has launched T-Rex Connect, a new digitally connected rat control solution designed to help businesses identify and tackle rodent activity more quickly and effectively.
The launch comes as businesses across sectors, including food production, retail, warehousing and hospitality, continue to face increasing pressure to maintain high standards of pest prevention and site hygiene.
T-Rex Connect forms part of Rentokil’s PestConnect monitoring system, providing 24/7 digital monitoring and rapid notification of rat activity, to allow pest control technicians to respond more quickly.
Testing by Rentokil across a variety of environments and locations has revealed that the T-Rex Connect is more than four times as effective at securing successful captures compared to a leading, readily available alternative snap trap.
The true breakthrough, however, lies in the synergy between hardware and housing. The ultimate performance is unlocked when the T-Rex Connect is integrated into Rentokil’s Eradico bait station housing system. When paired, this powerhouse combination has been found to outcompete the capture rates of standard commercially available trap set ups by three times.
Colm Moore, Regional Technical Manager for Rentokil Ireland, said: “Rodent infestations continue to present significant challenges for businesses across Ireland. Beyond the obvious health and hygiene concerns, infestations can result in operational disruption, reputational damage and regulatory issues.
“T-Rex Connect represents the next generation of pest management technology. By combining continuous digital monitoring with highly effective rodent control, businesses can identify activity earlier, respond faster and reduce the risk of infestations becoming established.
“The introduction of connected technologies such as T-Rex Connect reflects a wider shift within the pest control industry towards data-led prevention rather than reactive treatment. Early detection remains one of the most effective ways of preventing rodent issues from escalating.”
Rentokil says demand for connected pest management solutions has continued to grow among Irish businesses seeking greater visibility of pest activity and more detailed reporting capabilities across their sites. The company advises businesses to remain alert for common signs of rodent activity, including droppings, gnaw marks, damaged packaging, scratching noises and evidence of nesting materials.