The HELLENIC INSECT CONTROL COMPANY (APEL)

Profile

HISTORY

APEL, (Hellenic Insect Control Company) was established in 1995; it is based in Neo Iraklio, Attiki, Greece and its objectives are mainly focused on the protection of spaces and products from pest infestations . Founder and CEO is Chemical Engineer Thanasis Mitseas.

 

The aim of the company is to limit/ deter the noxious effects of insects, rodents and other harmful animals organisms on living and working areas, as well as on goods, furniture and equipment .

Our company’s fundamental principle in problem resolution is the integrated management of harmful organisms, which includes three steps:

  • Prevention: Taking measures to prevent infestation
  • Monitoring: Performing inspections for the timely detection of infestations
  • Control: Actions to control harmful organisms

HUMAN RESOURCES

The company’s scientific and technical staff:

  • has years of experience in and specialised knowledge on harmful organism control
  • receives ongoing training both in-house and at relevant seminars, so as to ensure a constantly high level of service

EQUIPMENT

The company uses state-of-the art equipment to ensure maximum efficiency of its procedures:

  • High and medium pressure gasoline-engine sprayers
  • ULV gasoline-engine sprayers
  • ULV electric sprayers
  • Thermal foggers
  • Cold foggers
  • Multi-nozzle sprayers

QUALITY CERTIFICATION

We strive to meet our customers’ expectations regarding quality of service, environmental protection and safeguarding public health.

It is within that scope that we conform to the

  • ISO 9001/2015 quality certification
  • GTAS (Gafta Trade Assurance Scheme)

LICENSES – QUALITY

The company is licensed for

1. Insect and rodent control in living spaces, by the Greek Ministry of Rural Development and Food

2. Ship fumigations

FREE VISIT- SITUATION ASSESSMENT

APEL performs free on-site visits in order to fully assess the situation and provide solutions to control harmful organism infestations.

EFFECTIVENESS GUARANTEE

APEL, after assessing the problem, proposes the indicated method to control the harmful organisms and guarantees the results of its procedures.

CIVIL LIABILITY INSURANCE

The company is insured against civil liability, covering damage and injuries to third parties with ATLANTIC UNION.

MEMBERSHIPS

APEL is one of the founding members of the GPCA (Greek Pest Control Association)

APEL is member of the following international organisations:

GAFTA (Grain and Feed Trade Association) Category J – Fumigation Operators

IMFO (International Maritime Fumigation Organisation)