June 19th, 2013 by Shaun Day

Many people consider flies to be just an annoyance. They make an irritating buzzing noise when flying around us, at home or at work. In reality, they are a pest that needs to be taken seriously. It needs to be properly controlled using appropriate measures which include fly screens. The fly's origin goes back more than 220 million years... Flies are responsible for the spreading of a wide range of diseases including tuberculosis, typhoid, dysentery, diarrhoea and many other food borne illnesses. They are attracted to areas where there is rotting rubbish and animal waste. Flies frequently come into contact with germs that they later carry on their bodies to the food that we eat. A few months ago, we've explained why the need for insect control for businesses is crucial.    

Why do you need fly screens for windows?

There is a wide variety of different species of fly in the UK. It ranges from the common house fly to tiny fruit flies, all of which can be prevented from entering your premises by installing fly screens. HSD Online are now offering the Insect-O-Cutor Fly Screen Kits  - a fly screen kit which provides an immediate solution for windows in food preparation and service.

Insect-O-Cutor is the world’s leading insect control solutions provider, and has remained at the forefront of technical and design innovation since the company began in 1962.

  Fly screens are the most efficient way to prevent flying insects from entering a building, acting as a first defence. When installed together with a standard fly killer, fly screens for windows offer effective protection for sensitive areas and ensure compliance with Food Safety Regulations.   Food hygiene regulations (EC) No. 852/2004, which apply to food business operators states:

Those windows which can be opened to the outside environment are, where necessary, to be fitted with insect proof screens which can be easily removed for cleaning.

  These specific screen kits provide a quick and easy solution for windows in food preparation and service areas. They can be installed in less than 20 minutes. Insect-O-Cutor fly screens offer a high quality screening solution, made from the same high standard materials as the Insect-O-Cutor bespoke fly screen service. Insect-O-cutor: Fly screen   Manufactured in the UK with a 1 year warranty, the kits offer a tough aluminium frame with robust mitred corners. These strong corners ensure strength and stability, whilst the PVC coated mesh is discreet and easy to clean. The kits are available in 5 sizes and can be built as a fixed or hinged screen for added flexibility:

• 650 x 950mm
• 950 x 950mm
• 950 x 1250mm
• 1250 x 1250mm
• 1250 x 1550mm

  Here is what fly screens for windows look like on a modern house:

Now you know which size you need, give us a call and we'll help you choosing the right fly screen so that you're ready for this summer!   (To request a quote or to find out more about our fly screens service please call our sales team on 0800 091 31 71).