Alarming Trend: Disinfectant Errors Found in Truck Washes. Why Calibration of Equipment is Critical for Biosecurity.

Don’t Let Your Disinfection Process Fail You

For livestock and poultry producers, proper disinfection isn’t just a routine task—it’s a frontline defense against disease transmission. Whether it’s barns, poultry houses, or live haul trailers, ensuring your disinfection protocol is both effective and efficient starts with one crucial step: checking your equipment.

At EthoGuard, we’ve recently discovered a troubling trend. During recent visits to livestock truck wash facilities, a number of them were unknowingly applying either too much or too little disinfectant. The root cause? Incorrectly calibrated metering equipment.

Why Calibration Matters

Metering equipment is designed to precisely measure and mix disinfectants with water, ensuring the correct concentration is applied. However, over time or due to lack of maintenance or incorrect installation, these systems can fall out of calibration.

• Too much disinfectant leads to unnecessary product waste and increased operating costs—something no producer wants.

• Too little disinfectant poses a far greater risk: the potential for ineffective disinfection and disease transmission, threatening the entire biosecurity chain.

An Easy Solution with Prevail™ Disinfectant

If you're using Prevail™ Disinfectant, there's a simple way to ensure your application is on point—test strips. These easy-to-use strips allow you to verify the disinfectant concentration on the spot. It's a quick step that brings peace of mind and confirms your animals and facilities are protected.

Let EthoGuard Help - For Free

EthoGuard is committed to helping the industry stay biosecure and cost-effective. That’s why we’re offering free disinfecting equipment assessments—either onsite or virtually. Our team can evaluate your current setup, calibrate your metering systems, and guide your team on best practices to ensure your disinfection process is working exactly as it should.

Contact Us Today

Don’t let something as small as a calibration error put your operation at risk. Reach out to EthoGuard today to schedule your free assessment and keep your disinfection program running strong.