MXPA06011933A - Portable pest control system - Google Patents

Abstract

The present invention relates to a mobile and self contained system for the thermal remediation of pests in an enclosed structure. The mobile system includes heating units, generators, fuel containers, vaporizers, and a control system in one pre-assembled mobile platform that enables thermal remediation of pests in a structure to be effectively carried out in a reduced amount of time and for a reduced amount of cost.

Description

SYSTEM FOR PEST CONTROL, PORTABLE FIELD OF THE INVENTION [0001] The present invention relates to a method and apparatus for exterminating pests by thermal elimination of a circumscribed pest occupying zones. More specifically, the present invention relates to a method and apparatus for the application of heat using a thermal, self-contained, portable and pre-assembled system. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0002] Various techniques have been used to exterminate pests, including exposure to toxic or lethal gases. Typical fumigation techniques have included methyl bromide, dibromobenzene, phosphine or the like as the toxic gas. These techniques involve certain risks to the personnel, as well as the environment, and therefore they are not easily carried out without the necessary precautions. In addition, some are environmentally unfriendly. . Due to the adverse effects of popular and traditional fumigants on humans and the environment, various agencies, including environmental protection and pollution control, have issued bans or bans on the use of a number of traditional fumigants.

[0003] Techniques have been developed that use hot air or cold air to exterminate termites, pests and other organisms. Insects that destroy wood, for example termites, are exterminated by applying a hot gas such as heated air to wood structures, objects or the like until the structure, object or the like is heated to a desired temperature, typically 48.9. at 57.2 degrees C (approximately 120 to 135 degrees F), which is designed to exterminate insects that destroy wood. The structure can be kept at the temperature for some desired period of time to help ensure the death of insects and other pests. Other temperatures to exterminate other insects can also be achieved, but they may be similar in this range. Examples of these methods are described by Roger D. Johnson et al., In U.S. Pat. No. 6,141,901, Charles Forbes in U.S. Pat. No. 4,817,329, and David-Hedman et al., In U.S. Pat. No. 6,327,812, which here are incorporated by reference for everything they illustrate and describe. [0004] While the heat treatment has been employed and found to be generally Acceptable, traditional heat treatment operations have proven to be costly, problematic and time consuming. The equipment is typically large, heavy and difficult to move. A non-significant portion of the cost and time associated with these heat treatment methods, includes assembling the required heating units, connecting the heating units to the structure to which the heat treatment is to be applied and connecting the heating units to the devices of supervision appropriate to supervise and control the applied heat. A crane or forklift is often required to place the equipment, increasing the cost and time needed to use the equipment. [0005] According to this, there is a need in the industry for a mobile and easily portable system for the application of heat to a designated structure. BRIEF COMPENDIUM OF THE INVENTION [0006] The present invention relates in general to a self-contained, pre-assembled and mobile system and to a method for using same, for exterminating pests by heat treatment, wherein the mobile system and the method include the application of heat for a period of time sufficient to eradicate or exterminate pests or other undesirable infestation, such as insects, molds, bacteria, etc. [0007] One embodiment of the present invention includes a mobile system for thermal removal in a structure including a movable platform, at least one heating unit mounted on the movable platform, the heating unit provides hot air, at least one fuel container mounted on the mobile platform and connected to the heating unit in order to provide fuel to the heating unit, an evaporator connected between the fuel container and the heating unit for vaporizing the fuel according to the fuel for from the fuel container to the heating unit and a control system operatively connected to the heating unit and the evaporator. [0008] Another embodiment includes a method for thermally remediating a structure for exterminating pests using a pre-assembled, mobile, thermal removal apparatus, which includes the steps of placing a mobile, pre-assembled, thermal removal apparatus in a position operative close to the structure to be treated thermally, the thermal elimination system mobile, pre-assembled includes at least one heating unit, at least one fuel container that provides fuel to the heating unit, and a control system, to control the heating unit, determine the heating and flow parameters for the structure, connect the pre-assembled mobile thermal elimination system to the structure; thermally remediate the structure and remove the self-contained mobile thermal elimination system. [0009] Still another embodiment may be a pre-assembled mobile thermal eliminator apparatus including a mobile platform, the mobile platform further includes a chamber having mounted at least one heating unit and at least one fuel container, the fuel container is operatively connected to the heating unit, so as to provide desired fuel to the heating unit, the heating unit uses the fuel to heat air to a desired temperature at a desired flow rate and a control system, the system Control controls the hot air temperature and the hot air flow rate. [0010] While multiple modalities are described, still other embodiments of the present invention will be apparent to those skilled in the art, from the following detailed description, which shows and describes illustrative embodiments of the invention. The present invention is capable of modifications in various obvious aspects, all without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. Accordingly, the drawings and detailed description will be considered as illustrative in nature and not restrictive. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS [0011] FIGURE 1 is a block diagram illustrating the components of the mobile thermal elimination system of the present invention. (0012) FIGURE 2 is a perspective view of a modality of the mobile platform of the present invention. [0013] FIGURE 3 is a rear plan view of the mobile platform of FIGURE 2. [0014] FIGURE 4 is a perspective view of the mobile platform of FIGURE 2, with an extended heating unit. [0015] FIGURE 5 is a plan view of a control panel for use with the present invention.

[0016] FIGURE 6 is a plan view of two evaporators for use with the present invention. [0017] FIGURE 7 is a perspective view of a piece of fabric ducts extending in a structure. [0018] FIGURE 8 is a top shadow view of an embodiment of the present invention connected to a structure for thermal remediation or removal. [0019] FIGURE 9 is a flow diagram showing the method of using the mobile thermal elimination system of the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION [0020] The present invention is a mobile thermal elimination system 10 for thermal pest elimination. The apparatus is self-contained, pre-assembled and easily portable for use in the heat treatment of a desired structure 11. The disposal system 10 can be used to heat the structure 11 for thermal removal of any pests or insects contained therein. The present invention eliminates the need to build a system of heating at the site to be treated and therefore reduces the time and cost associated with the heat treatment. [0021] The term "pests" in general refers to creatures such as insects, mammals, reptiles, and the like, but may also include other undesirable targets such as certain types of bacteria, microbes, molds, viruses, etc. The term "mobile", in general, refers to a system that can move as a unit on roads, trains, ships or other means of locomotion. [0022] The structure 11 may be of a variety of sizes, shapes and locations, such as for example houses, warehouses, office buildings, restaurants, silos, barns and other constructions. In addition, the system of the present invention can also be used to apply heat to mobile structures 11 such as trailers, mobile homes, boats and the like. The structures 11 to be heated can be made of wood, steel, other metals, plastics, concrete or stone and can include beds, furniture, wood products, plastics, bricks, mosaics, synthetic products, food, including frozen, processed or fresh, fabrics or any other material that could be a home for insects, pests, bacteria, microbes, molds or viruses. [0023] Referring to FIGURES 1-8, one embodiment of the mobile thermal removal system of the present invention will be described 10. The thermal removal system can include a mobile platform 12. The mobile platform 12 can be a wheeled trailer with a double axle assembly and can generally include any circumscribed structure with walls and one or more doors 13 to have access to the equipment contained therein. The mobile platform 12 can be easily moved to a site where the heat treatment will be carried out and located quickly and easily with respect to the structure 11, eliminating other lifting equipment such as cranes or hoists, to assemble a heating device on site. The present modality of mobile platform 12 can be mobile by towing behind a vehicle. In additional modalities, the mobile platform 12 can be integrated into a truck or another vehicle. [0024] The thermal elimination system 10 may further include one or more generators 14, heating units 16, fuel containers 18 and evaporators 20 mounted on or on the mobile platform 12. The system 10 may further include a control system 22. The control system 22 may be connected to each of the generator 14, heating units 16, fuel containers 18, evaporators 20 and may monitor and control the operation of each. [0025] The generator 14 provides electrical power to the control system 22 and any other equipment that requires electrical power, such as lamps, fans, monitoring equipment and detection equipment. The generator 14 of the present embodiment is a turbo diesel system and can operate in a variety of operating parameters. A fuel tank can provide diesel fuel for operation of the generator 14. In alternate modes, other types of generators can also be incorporated and even in additional modes, the system 10 can be connected to an external energy source. [0026] The present embodiment of system 10 includes two direct-burn heating units 16, which provide hot air when burning propane. The heating units of the present embodiment are mounted on an interior rail system 23, so that the units can be easily accessed. of heating 16, through the doors 13 and extending from the mobile platform for maintenance. [0027] The fuel containers 18 provide the propane to the heating units 16 and can be conventional liquid propane tanks. The size, shape and construction of the fuel containers 18 may depend on the selected fuel and local regulations. In the present embodiment, three 287.7 liter (76 gallon) tanks 17 are provided. In additional embodiments, the heating units 16 may be used in a variety of heating sources or fuels, such as, but not limited to, butane, natural gas, electric source, steam, hot water, solar or any other energy sources or combinations of energy sources. Suitable fuel containers 18 or connections can be used depending on the selected heating units 16. In addition, the heating units 16 may include a system for switching to an external fuel source during operation, in order to continue the operation beyond the limits of the fuel containers 18.

[0028] The heating units 16 can provide up to 1965 HP-hr (5 million British thermal units, BTUs) or more energy, to heat the air. The amount of energy and the air temperature of the heating units 16 can be selectively adjusted to provide controlled temperature and airflow. Heating units 16 may also include fans (not shown), system supply vents 26, system outlet gates 28 and flow control devices (not shown). The vents of the system inlet 26 provide air to the heating units 16 and the generator 14. The inlet vents 26 can be opened to the interior of the truck or can be connected to the ducts contained in the mobile platform 12. The outlets of the system 28 can be arranged to channel hot air from heating units 16 to structure 16. [0029] Flow control devices and fans can be placed in the heating units themselves, in structure 11, or in other such sites as in the ducts (described more below) 25, which transports the heated air from the system mobile 10 to the structure 11. The fans may be standard propeller fans that include on-off switches or may include other features such as variable speed motors. A flow control device may, for example, be a variable valve, such as a butterfly valve for limiting the flow of air entering or leaving the ventilation 26 and the gate 28. [0030] The fans, inlet vents of the system 26, system outlet gates 28 and flow control devices, can be controlled by the control system 22, to regulate the air flow to the heating units 16 and from the heating units 16 to the structure 11. fans can also be any other type of air movement device such as a blower. The operation of the heating units 16 and the placement of the fans, vents 26, gate 28 and flow control devices are described further below. In further embodiments, the system 10 may include dump gates, when for example indirect burner heating units 16 are used, to vent the escape of the mobile system 12. In alternate modes, one or more than two heating units 16 can be part of the system 10 and mounted on or on the mobile platform 12. [0031] The ducts 25 can be any kind of duct 25 capable of carrying hot air. The present duct method 25 may be a flexible cloth duct with a diameter of 45.72 cm (18 inches). The duct 25 may include an open end, holes or other slots and openings for air discharge in the structure 11. In certain embodiments, the duct 25 may be provided without openings and the operator may perform openings at selected locations to direct the hot air from the duct 25 to the structure 11. The duct 25 can be made of fabric resistant to high temperatures. The fabric has the advantage of being easily adaptable to angles or elbows. The fabric can also be connected to the system 10 by Sailboat, zippers or other connecting means and can have low resistance to air movement and in addition can be easily adjustable to measure to various structures 11. In additional embodiments, the duct 25 can be any type of known material useful for transporting air, such as for example aluminum.

[0032] In various embodiments, one or more of a structure input gate 46 and structure exit gate 48 can be used. The structure entry gates 46 can connect the structure 11 to the system 10 through any convenient opening, such as a window or door or through parts of the HVAC system of the structure 11. If any portion of the window, door or system HVAC is not covered by the inlet gate of structure 46 that can be sealed to prevent air leakage. In the present embodiment, the duct 25 is located to extend through the entry gate of the structure 46 and into the structure 11. In additional embodiments, the duct 25 may extend to or within the structure entry gate 46 and connected with another air circulation system. [0033] In the present embodiment, the structure exit gate 48 can vent all the air leaving the structure 11 to the atmosphere. In additional embodiments, the exit gate of the structure 48 can direct some or all of the air back into the mobile system 10 to reheat and blow back into the structure. Other areas for air flow in and out of structure 11 can then be sealed. The outlet gates may include ducts 25 for directing air away from the structure 11 or may be just an opening or vent in the side or top of the structure. [0034] A blower or vacuum can be connected to the outlet hatch of the structure 48 in order to remove air from the interior of the structure 11. In an embodiment, the withdrawn air can be filtered, typically using a large particulate filter, ULPA filter, or the like, coupled with the outlet hatch of structure 48. The filter or air cleaner can remove the remains of organisms and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) of air to prevent them from reaching the environment. Other filters such as carbon filters or UV filters can be used equally. Filters can also be used to filter air that enters the structure. [0035] The evaporators 20 can be liquid propane evaporators. The evaporators 20 help to vaporize the liquid propane to increase the fuel efficiency and help to use all the fuel from the fuel containers 18. During heat treatments in cold season, the evaporator 20 helps convert the liquid fuel into gas before the fuel burns in the heating unit. The evaporators 20 can be any standard evaporator equipment known to those skilled in the art for propane or any other desired fuel. [0036] The control system 22 of the present invention may include a monitoring system 32 and a control panel 34. The monitoring system 32 may be in the form of a computer that includes a computer program to monitor atmospheric factors within of the treated surface, such as temperature, humidity, air flow and pressure. The monitoring system 32 may include temperature sensors 40, humidity sensors 42, and airflow and pressure sensors 44. The monitoring system 32 may also track the heat output of the system 10, the amount of fuel in the system. the fuel container 18 and the operation of other system components 10. In additional embodiments, the monitoring system 32 can monitor carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, VOCs or other gases or atmospheric conditions. [0037] Temperature sensors 40 can have thin elongated tips that can be adhered to or driven in materials to be heated or into conveniently sized holes drilled in these materials to measure the surface and / or internal temperature. The other sensors 42, 44 and the temperature sensor 40 may be any type of device or sensor useful in the present invention. The sensors 40, 42, 44 can provide real-time readings to the control system 22, to display and record or record the temperature in each sensor in real time. Alternatively, the sensors can be wireless and transmit a signal to the console. Typical sensors may include, for example, thermocouples, thermistors or the like. Additional sensors that measure other parameters can also be included, for example a pressure measuring device. [0038] The control panel 34 can be integrated with the monitoring system 32 or operate separately. If separated, the monitoring system 32 can be observed by the operator, who then feeds commands on the control panel separately 34. In additional embodiments, the monitoring system 32 and the control panel 34 can be integrated into one unit, such as a computer.

[0039] The control panel 34 can control the generator 14, heating units 16 and the evaporator 20, in addition to other portions of the system 10, such as fans. As can be appreciated, a variety of different types of monitoring systems 32 and control panels 34 can be used, which provide a number of different features including computer displays and feeds, digital displays and feeds, or simple quadrants and switches for displaying and controlling the portions of the system 10. [0040] With reference to FIG. 9, the operation of a modality of the mobile system 10 will be described here. The system 10 is first located in an operative position near the structure 11 to be treated (100). The system 10 is self-contained, pre-assembled and portable, such that transporting the components to the structure 11 to be treated involves towing or directing the mobile platform 12 near the structure 11 and parking it. The operative position can be as close or as far from the structure as desired and manage in view of the structure itself 11, the surrounding medium and the number of ducts 25 to be used. The present invention requires minimal to null assembly of the equipment at the site of the structure 11. The ducts 25 and other equipment can be carried on the mobile platform 12. Additional ducts 25, fans, and other flow control devices, can also be carried to the structure 11 separately. If additional fuel is required, that can also be supplied separately but it is not necessary. [0041] The heating and flow parameters in structure 11 are then determined (110). The selection of the number of air change, temperature ramps, etc., can be completed by those skilled in the art using known techniques to form a remedy plan. The time and temperature parameters of the plan can be selected based on the pests to be exterminated and the structure 11 being treated. The dimensions, type of structure 11, as well as the area of structure to be treated, are analyzed and considered. Heat movement, air distribution, equipment placement and locations for heated air discharge can also be considered. This step can generally be characterized as the determination of the air penetration parameters for the treatment zone.

Construction data can also be analyzed and used to help determine heating and flow parameters. Construction data taken into account, may include construction materials, height, if a basement is heated and more. With these construction data, specific thermal loss calculations can be performed, in order to more specifically determine the heat treatment parameters. Equipment placement can then be determined based on this information. [0042] The heating parameters should include heating the air, the materials forming the structure 11 and the materials contained in the structure 11, at least at a lethal temperature. The term "lethal temperature" is intended to refer to a temperature that is sufficient to kill a variety of pests.A temperature of approximately 48.9 to 54.4 degrees C (approximately 120 - 130 degrees F) in general is a suitable lethal temperature, however, to be effective, some pests may require a slightly higher temperature.For a complete disinfection, the temperature may rise to at least approximately 48.9, 54.4, 60 or 65.5 degrees C (approximately 120, 130, 140, or 150 degrees F). ) or higher. In further embodiments, the temperature may be increased to temperatures in the range of about 43.3 to 398.9 degrees C (about 110 to 750 degrees F), or higher. The lethal temperature can also be effective for the extrusion of any eggs, larvae or pupae (pupae) that may be present. In additional embodiments, a biocide can be selected to be introduced with the hot air. These characteristics of biocides may or may not be improved by use with hot air. [0043] In addition, a rate of increase in temperature ramp can be selected based on several factors, including materials present in the structure and time allocated for treatment. The lethal temperature and temperature ramp rates can be selected to avoid structural damage caused by thermal stresses within the treatment zone. The rate of increase in ramps should also be selected to be sufficient to trap pests, particularly mammals or reptiles, before they are able to escape from the area. A total thermal removal or recovery time can also be adjusted.

[0044] The system 10 is then connected to the structure (120). The main portions of the system 10 are already assembled and connected within the mobile platform 12, eliminating the use of cranes or forklifts and reducing the requirement of skilled labor. In addition, the heating units 16, fuel containers 18, evaporators 20 and hoses and connections between each are self-contained in the mobile platform 12 in this manner eliminating exposed lines containing fuels. Furthermore, the heating units 16 and other equipment do not have to be placed in or on the structure 11 to be recovered. [0045] The exit gates of the system 28 can be connected by the ducts to the structure 11 through the entrance hatch of the structure 46. The duct 25 can be flexible or hard and must be resistant to any chemical products (biocides) which can be incorporated for use during the heat treatment. In different embodiments, one, two or more exit gates of the system 28 may be used to connect the system 10 to the structure 11. Additional blowers or fans are located within the structure 11 to circulate the air and assist in the distribution of the heat. The sensors 40, 42, and 44 can be located at predetermined sites to monitor the temperature of structure 11 and provide information to monitoring system 32. Other fans and flow control devices may also be placed at predetermined sites to determine if the required levels of temperature are achieved. [0046] The structure below can be prepared for heat treatment (130). Preparing the structure may involve removing all heat sensitive items from the enclosure or in some cases covering heat-sensitive items., such as electronic devices and plastic items, with thermal insulating material. In additional cases, preparing the structure may also involve physically removing visible pests. [0047] The structure 11 is then heat treated (140). The heated air (and biocide if desired) of the one or more heating units 16, can be directed through the structure 11. In general, a plurality of system outlet gates 28 and system input gates 46 will be used. to achieve optimal distribution of hot air through the circumscribed structure 11. The System 26 supply vents, system outlet gates 28, inlet gates of structure 46, exit gates of structure 48 and duct 25 may also include flow control devices, such as flow dampers, which may be moved, adjusted or activated and deactivated, while the system is in operation to achieve the desired air flow in structure 11. [0048] The mobile thermal elimination system 10 can be used to apply heated external air or re-directed air from structure 11, or a mixed combination of both, to structure 11. The use of external air can be effective to contain the relative humidity of the area in the structure to be treated, to a point to deny pests this measure of protection added The heated external air is also advantageous since water vapor present within the treatment zone is continuously displaced from the zone, without being retained and / or accumulated as would be the case in a system employing recirculation. [0049] The technician operating the heat treatment can monitor selected heating parameters during the heat treatment of the structure 11 from a single point. The monitoring of air flow through structure 11, for example, is useful to ensure that certain difficult-to-reach interior areas such as intra-wall and similar spacings are effectively treated. During the heat treatment time, information from the sensors 40, 42 and 44 are monitored in real time to ensure that the areas within the structure 11 are properly treated. The data can also be recorded by a computer or other data recording device. [0050] The control of the fans and other flow control devices can ensure that the desired temperature is reached through the treated structure. At any time during the operation of the system, the amount of hot air that is provided by the heating units 16 may be adjusted in response to readings from the monitoring system 32. Adjustments may be made by the technician during the operation to reach the desired temperature. at the desired speed and maintain the desired temperature. Adjustments may be made using the control panel, adjusting the speed of the fans (or turning them on or off), or physically moving the duct 25 within the structure 11. In still further embodiments, the temperature and airflow may controlled by a computer. In an alternate embodiment, the structure 11 can be maintained under a positive air pressure, to achieve maximum heat penetration. [0051] The heat treatment process can be operated for a period of minutes, hours, days or even weeks, to ensure that the structure 11 is properly treated. Different structures 11 to be treated may require more or less heating capacity. Additional fuel may be added to the mobile platform 12 during operation, for example, by replenishing the fuel containers 18. The system 10 may also be hooked with additional external fuel sources, if necessary. [0052] After a predetermined period of time in which it has been determined that pests and other targets have been destroyed, the introduction of hot air to the structure is stopped. The system 10 is then removed (150). The removal of the system 10 can be achieved quickly, compared to previous thermal removal systems. The fan ducts and sensors 40, 42, 44 can be removed at the same rate as with any other heat treatment system or method. The mobile platform 12, which is a complete unit for provide hot air, requires minimal or no disassembly. The heating units 16 can simply be pushed back on the mobile platform 12, the doors 13 closed, and the mobile platform 12 transported. The removal of the mobile platform 12 saves workers time and therefore reduces the costs of the total heat treatment. [0053] In an alternate embodiment, a negative pressure can be created within the structure 11 to be treated. Negative pressure can result from fans that drive air out of the structure. [0054] In another embodiment of the mobile platform 12 may be a variety of shapes and sizes and may include more or fewer axes. The mobile platform 12 can be integrated with a truck, truck or other vehicle, or transportable unit such as a modular shipping container. In still further embodiments, the mobile platform 12 can be integrated into a vessel or other floating structure. [0055] In additional embodiments, depending on the size of the structure 11 to be treated, more than one mobile system 10 may be connected to the structure 11 in a variety of positions. In still further embodiments, only a portion of the structure 11 can be thermos treated. This can be achieved by sealing parts of the structure 11 using plastic, doors or temporary walls. [0056] In order to provide an additional means to determine that a sufficient high or lethal temperature is reached, and that the lethal temperature has been reached for a sufficient period of time, test cages can be configured on site, through the zone of treatment. The supervision of these test cages can help in indicating the total effectiveness of the extermination. [0057] Various modifications and additions can be made to the exemplary embodiments discussed, without departing from the scope of the present invention. Accordingly, the scope of the present invention is intended to encompass all these alternatives, modifications and variations that fall within the scope of the claims, together with all their equivalents.

Claims (21)

1. CLAIMS 1. A mobile system for elimination or thermal remediation in a structure, the system is characterized in that it comprises: a mobile platform; at least one heating unit mounted on the mobile platform, the heating unit provides hot air; at least one fuel container mounted on the movable platform and connected to the heating unit in order to provide fuel to the heating unit; an evaporator connected between the fuel container and the heating unit to evaporate the fuel as it passes from the fuel container to the heating unit; and a control system operatively connected to the heating unit and the evaporator.
2. 2. The mobile system according to claim 1, further characterized by comprising a generator for supplying power to the mobile system.
3. 3. The mobile system according to claim 1, characterized in that the mobile platform is a rolling trailer, the rolling trailer is of a size and shape such that it is towed behind a truck.
4. 4. The mobile system according to claim 1, characterized in that the heating unit is at least a propane burner.
5. 5. The mobile system according to claim 1, characterized in that the fuel container is at least a liquid propane tank.
6. 6. The mobile system according to claim 1, characterized in that the control system further comprises a monitoring system, the monitoring system includes one or more sensors to collect data from inside the structure. The mobile system according to claim 6, characterized in that the monitoring system includes a temperature sensor. The mobile system according to claim 1, characterized in that the air to be heated is directed from the outside of the structure. The mobile system according to claim 1, characterized in that at least one heating unit includes a blower for moving the hot air from the heating unit. The mobile system according to claim 1, characterized in that at least one heating unit is mounted at least slidably on the platform. 11. A method of thermally remediating a structure for exterminating pests using a pre-assembled mobile thermal elimination apparatus, characterized in that it comprises: placing a pre-assembled mobile thermal elimination or remediation apparatus in an operative position proximate to the structure to be thermally remedied, the pre-assembled mobile thermal elimination system includes at least one heating unit, at least one fuel container that provides fuel to the heating unit, and a control system for the heating unit; determine the heating and flow parameters for the structure; connect the pre-assembled mobile thermal remedy or removal system to the structure; thermally remediate the structure; and remove the self-contained mobile thermal elimination system. 12. The method according to claim 11, characterized in that it further comprises monitoring the structure to determine that the desired temperature has been reached. 13. The method according to claim 11, characterized in that connecting the self-contained mobile thermal elimination system to the structure, further comprises connecting fabric ducts with a system outlet gate and a structure input gate with which the fabric ducts channel the air heated by the heating unit at least in the structure. The method according to claim 11, characterized in that determining the heating and flow parameters further comprises selecting a temperature ramp rate. 15. The method according to claim 11, characterized in that determining heating and flow parameters further comprises selecting a desired total time for thermal removal. 16. The method according to claim 11, characterized in that it further comprises monitoring and controlling the parameters of heating and flow from a single site. 1
7. 7. A pre-assembled mobile thermal eliminator apparatus, characterized in that it comprises: a mobile platform, the mobile platform further includes a chamber having mounted therein at least one heating unit and at least one fuel container, the fuel container is operatively connected to the heating unit for providing a desired fuel to the heating unit, the heating unit uses the fuel to heat air to a desired temperature and to a desired flow rate; and a control system, the control system for hot air temperature and the flow rate of the heated air. 1
8. 8. The device for removal or thermal remedy, mobile, according to claim 17, characterized in that it further comprises a monitoring system to monitor one or more parameters of air within the structure. 1
9. 9. The device for mobile thermal elimination according to claim 17, characterized in that it also comprises the mobile platform is a trailer. 20. The device for mobile thermal elimination according to claim 17, characterized in that it also comprises the desired fuel is propane. 21. The device for mobile thermal elimination according to claim 17, characterized in that it also comprises at least one evaporator.