Glue Tube

Abstract

A Glue Tube for trapping moles and other rodents is designed to form its own packaging. In this case, a glue tube package is formed by a sturdy cardboard tube with a non-drying biodegradable adhesive applied to the inner diameter walls. Protective end caps are inserted into each open end to protect the adhesive and the user until time of use. No outer packaging is required. To use, the end caps are removed and, the tube is inserted into an underground tunnel created by a rodent. The tube is inserted underground aligning with the existing path while the adhesive inner surface is exposed for rodents entering or traversing the length of the tube. Complete coverage of the inner lining with glue increases its effectiveness in trapping rodents. Due to its use of biodegradable materials the Glue Tube can be left underground to naturally decompose and break down.

Claims

1. A glue trap package comprising a sturdy cardboard tube coated on the inside walls with a layer of non-drying biodegradable adhesive for trapping rodents, especially underground.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0009] FIG. 1 is a 3-D perspective view of a cardboard tube with an internal coating indicated for adhesive according to the invention, showing removable endcaps for protecting internal adhesive until needed.

[0010] FIG. 2 is an end view of the glue tube indicating coating coverage.

[0011] FIG. 3 is a side elevational view of the glue tube.

DESCRIPTION OF PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

[0012] As shown in FIG. 1-3, a cardboard or like cylinder for forming a glue trap by coating the internal wall. Each tube is coated with a respective glue layer. The glue may be any type of non-drying biodegradable adhesive well-known in the art and may be baited or scented to attract particular rodents or insects.

[0013] When the endcaps are removed, the glue tube is ready for deployment in the ground where unwanted rodents are present.

[0014] The package again forms its own outer wrapper and printing or labeling may again be provided on its outer surfaces.

[0015] While only preferred embodiments of the invention have been described herein in detail, the invention is not limited thereby and modifications can be made within the scope of the attached claims.