After filling a tank one-fifth to one-half full with carrier, what is the usual order for tank mixing the remaining products?

The typical order for tank mixing products focuses on ensuring compatibility and effectiveness of the mixture. Starting with the addition of a compatibility agent, when necessary, is critical as it helps to prevent unwanted reactions or precipitations among the different products that will be mixed.

Following this, adding suspension products is ideal because they contain solid particles that need to be kept uniformly dispersed in the tank. Introducing these products helps ensure that the mixture remains stable and effective.

Next, solution products are added, which are already dissolved in the carrier. They don’t disrupt the mix as much as solid or semi-solid components do, and they contribute to the overall effectiveness of the solution.

Finally, surfactants, if needed, can be included at this stage. Their role is to enhance the coverage and adhesion of the mixture to the target surfaces, making them an important part of the final product. Emulsion products are added last, as they require careful mixing to avoid separation.

This sequence ensures that the tank mix remains homogeneous and every component is effectively integrated into the solution, maximizing the efficacy of the pesticide application.