AT Reports: Sprayers -- Backpack and hand-held sprayers

The Echo MS-40 heavy-duty 4-gallon backpack sprayer has a piston pump designed for extended spraying. 16-inch brass wand, hose rated at 300 psi. High density poly tank with UV inhibitors has check valve that prevents leaks if tipped. Long-life spray pistol with brass shut-off pin and double O-rings. 6-inch mouth is easy to fill.

For more information contact the Echo at 800/432-ECHO or www.echo-usa.com

The Shindaiwa SP150 is an ergonomically designed 1-gallon hand-held sprayer, bringing the Shindaiwa line to a complete family of five manual sprayers ranging from 1-gallon to the 5-gallon SP518 backpack sprayer. UV protected polyethylene tank offers superior resistance to corrosion and the harmful rays of the sun. Pump handle doubles as carrying handle and there is a large, independent filler opening. Spray wand material is reinforced PVC designed with multiple channels. Easy-to-adjust padded shoulder strap and ergonomic tank design contours to hip.

For more information contact Shindaiwa at 800/521-7733 or www.shindaiwa.com.

The Solo 475 sprayer is a 4-gallon, diaphragm pump backpack unit. Provides 60 psi pressure with 22-icnh fiberglass spray wand. Units come with adjustable, flat spray, hollow cone and jet stream nozzles to accommodate every spraying need. Felt padded polyester straps and built in filter screen included.

For more information contact Solo at 757/245-4228 or www.solousa.com

The SP Systems SP-1 backpack sprayer is a 4-gallon sprayer designed for safety, with patented diaphragm pump to protect technician from leaks. It is capable of 2 million strokes without a leak. Pump handle folds against side of sprayer for storage. Operates at 15-50 psi, maximum 70 psi. 20-inch brass wand, 300-psi rated hose, adjustable brass nozzle, 6-inch mouth with built-in strainer and check valve.

For more information contact SP Systems at 800/457-3440 or www.spsystemsllc.com