BASF's Ceptiva termite powder launched at architects' gathering

MANILA, Philippines - The Architects’ Golf Club recently held their monthly tournament in Lipa, Batangas, where members competitively played with their colleagues and sponsors. This gathering is a special opportunity to bond with peers and to learn about new products related to their field, according to current adviser and incoming AGC president Ramon Mendoza.

“This is a club for practicing architects from practically all over Metro Manila,” Mendoza said. “We have about 130 registered architects.The sponsors also play with us, so it’s even more enjoyable. We normally play at different venues.”

After playing for several hours, the AGC members transferred to Carousel Grill located at the Fiesta Mall, where they had their late lunch. The participating sponsors, Julant and BASF Philippines Inc., had a short presentation on the new termite powder, Ceptiva. Julant president Tony Sarmiento and representatives of Upgreen Corporation, local distributor of BASF’s Pest Control Solution products, discussed the merits of the renowned Ceptiva with the members.

Ceptiva, containing 0.5% fipronil, is the latest breakthrough in complete termite colony elimination. Ceptiva was developed with a very unique feature called the Transfer Effect. When Ceptiva is applied on termites, the affected termites transfer Ceptiva to others by contact, grooming and exchange of food.

The first and only registered termiticide powder in the country, Ceptiva can eliminate all subterranean termite species. Using only about 3 – 5 grams of the powder, Ceptiva can eradicate an existing termite population for only 3 to 4 weeks! It is safe to use around humans and animals due to its very low toxicity rate. Affordable and easy to administer, Ceptiva is the latest termiticide that BASF is introducing to the local market.

Ceptiva is used in tandem with another BASF product, Stedfast, which is an acclaimed termiticide liquid concentrate. Stedfast with 25% alphacypermethrin, is a repellant that causes a quick knockdown effect. It is the first and only registered and proven termiticide for both soil and wood treatment..When used with Ceptiva, clients are guaranteed optimum results to protect their homes.

After the short discussion about pest control and the efficacy of the aforementioned BASF products, prizes were raffled off to the members. Mendoza, after the gathering, reiterated the importance of the day-long activity, and the architects’ organization.

“Next month, we’ll be in Baguio to celebrate our 25th anniversary,” he said. “This group was founded in 1985. Playing together is a great experience, especially today, since the weather is good. My colleagues and I have become close. It’s like a fraternity. There is fellowship; there are networking opportunities. We help each other, and this is a very good group. AGC is being supported by numerous sponsors so we normally play at top golf courses. We play on a Monday or a Thursday, depending on the availability of the course. We meet new friends, and also new sponsors, giving us a chance to get updated on new products in our field.”

BASF Philippines Inc. appointed Upgreen Corporation as its local distributor for its pest control solution products. Upgreen exclusively distributes the highly effective, environment-friendly, and reasonably-priced pesticides of BASF. For more information, visit www.basf.com or contact Upgreen at (02) 659-3198; (02) 850-0276.