Pelsis
Arthur Dales, a member of Pelsis' technical team, passed away on Dec. 22, at age 67.
With more than 40 years dedicated to the pest control industry, Dales impact was immeasurable, the Pelsis team said. Arthur graduated with a bachelor's degree in botany/zoology from The University of London, Goldsmith's College in 1977. Formerly with Rentokil and later joining Brandenburg (acquired by Pelsis), he brought an unparalleled expertise to the realm of insect light traps.
A true advocate for end-users, he tirelessly worked to enhance communication between manufacturers and technicians. Beyond his technical expertise, Dales was a man of diverse passions and hobbies, cherishing every adventure and connection.
He went on to work as a biologist for Rentokil, Brandenburg NA and Pelsis. His numerous hobbies included cheese making, computer programming, stamp collecting, coin collecting, photography, reading, electronics and listening to classic rock music.
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