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Heavy-Duty Stainless Steel Frame Perch

Item Number : BFP-3

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Material: High-Grade Stainless Steel
Capacity: Holds about 5 standard frames
Hook Depth: 2.2 cm

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Enhance the efficiency and organization of every hive inspection with our durable Stainless Steel Frame Perch. This essential apiary tool is intelligently designed to securely hold frames outside the hive body, providing beekeepers with the necessary space to work while protecting valuable comb and bees. It is a simple, indispensable accessory for commercial beekeepers and a must-have item for any beekeeping supply distributor.

Frame Perch

Professional Design and Durable Construction

Crafted from a single, continuous piece of high-grade stainless steel rod, this Frame Perch is built for professional-grade durability and a long service life in the demanding apiary environment.

Frame Perch

Robust Stainless Steel Build: The entire perch is made from corrosion-resistant stainless steel, ensuring it will not rust or degrade with exposure to the elements or hive products. Its smooth, non-porous surface is also incredibly easy to clean and sanitize, promoting excellent apiary hygiene.

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Precision-Bent for Strength: The intelligent, minimalist design features precise bends that provide maximum strength without any welds or moving parts that could fail. The ends are smoothly finished to prevent snagging on clothing or protective gear.

Frame Perch

Smart Two-Part Functionality:
1. Mounting End: One end is bent into a secure, U-shaped hook that rests firmly on the edge of the hive body.
2. Hanging End: The other end features a triangular loop and an extended arm, creating a stable and spacious "perch" for hanging multiple frames.

Frame Perch

Key Features and In-Hive Advantages

Feature	Description & Benefit
High Frame Capacity	The 20cm long resting arm is designed to comfortably hold about 5 standard frames, making it ideal for deep hive inspections or reorganizations.
Keeps Frames Safe & Clean	By using this Frame Perch, beekeepers no longer need to place frames on the ground. This prevents contamination of the comb with dirt or grass, protects the queen if she is on an outside frame, and avoids crushing bees.
Creates Working Space	Hanging the first few frames on the perch frees up critical space inside the hive box. This makes it much easier to inspect, manipulate, and remove the remaining frames without rolling or damaging bees.
Universal Compatibility	The hooks are designed with a standard 2.2cm depth, making this Frame Perch compatible with most standard Langstroth hive bodies and other similarly sized equipment.
Improves Workflow	This tool streamlines the inspection process, keeping frames organized in the order they were removed. This systematic approach saves time and reduces disruption to the colony.

Application Scenarios

The Frame Perch is an invaluable tool for nearly every task that requires opening a hive:

Routine Health Checks: Quickly create space to check brood patterns, look for pests like Varroa mites, and assess food stores.
Finding the Queen: Systematically remove and hang frames, keeping them in order until the queen is located, without misplacing them.
Honey Harvesting: Hold frames temporarily as you work your way through a super.
Hive Reorganization: An essential aid when combining hives, making splits, or rearranging frames.

Frame Perch

Product Specifications

Parameter	Details
Product Name	Stainless Steel Frame Perch / Frame Holder
Material	High-Grade Stainless Steel
Overall Length	45.5 cm
Frame Holding Arm Length	20 cm
Hook Depth	2.2 cm
Capacity	Holds about 5 standard frames

Summary of Value

Feature Summary	Benefit for Your Business
Durable Single-Piece Construction	A long-lasting tool with no breakable parts, offering excellent value and reliability.
Increased Beekeeper Efficiency	Saves time during inspections, allowing commercial beekeepers to manage more hives effectively.
Promotes Hive Health & Hygiene	Prevents comb damage and contamination, a key selling point for quality-conscious beekeepers.
Essential, High-Demand Item	This is a fundamental tool that every beekeeper needs, ensuring consistent sales for distributors.
Simple and Effective	Its intuitive design makes it a valuable and easy-to-use tool for beekeepers of all experience levels.

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For Commercial Apiaries and Beekeeping Equipment Distributors:

An organized beekeeper is an efficient beekeeper. The Stainless Steel Frame Perch is a fundamental tool that delivers immediate value by improving workflow, protecting your bees, and safeguarding your equipment. For distributors, this is a core product with universal appeal and high sales potential.

Contact HONESTBEE today to receive our wholesale catalog and pricing. Equip your apiary or enhance your product line with this essential, high-quality Frame Perch and provide your customers with a tool they will use every time they open a hive.

FAQ

What Are The Applications Of A Flow Beehive?

A flow beehive is primarily used for sustainable beekeeping and easy honey extraction. It is designed to be beginner-friendly and eco-friendly, making it ideal for those starting their beekeeping journey or managing backyard beekeeping.

What Are The Main Applications Of Plastic Bee Hives?

Plastic bee hives are widely used in beekeeping for their durability and ease of management. They are ideal for enhancing hive productivity, efficient temperature regulation, and are particularly suited for queen rearing, garden beekeeping, and improving pollination efficiency.

What Is A Queen Marking Tube Used For?

A queen marking tube is used to safely and precisely mark queen bees. It helps beekeepers track the queen's age, prevent accidental replacements, and streamline colony inspections.

What Types Of Plastic Bee Hives Are Available?

There are several types of plastic bee hives available, including insulated plastic bee hive boxes made from food-grade HDPE for better temperature regulation and 4-frame plastic nuc boxes that are lightweight, durable, and stackable, perfect for various beekeeping activities.

How Does A Queen Marking Tube Work?

A queen marking tube works by herding the queen into a long tube with a plunger. The plunger gently pushes the queen towards a screen at the top of the tube, immobilizing her so she can be marked safely.

What Are The Advantages Of Using A Flow Beehive?

The advantages of using a flow beehive include easy and bee-friendly honey extraction, reduced strain on the beekeeper’s back and shoulders during maintenance, and improved hive protection from moisture, pests, and predators by elevating the hive off the ground.

What Are The Principles Behind Choosing Plastic Bee Hives Over Wooden Ones?

When choosing between plastic and wooden bee hives, consider factors like environmental impact, durability, ease of maintenance, and cost. Plastic hives are durable, easy to clean, and impervious to wax moths, but they are more expensive and non-renewable compared to wooden hives, which are natural and renewable but can split, warp, and are vulnerable to wax moth damage.

What Are The Advantages Of Using A Queen Marking Tube?

Using a queen marking tube provides several benefits, including the ability to track the queen's age, prevent accidental replacements, and make colony inspections more efficient.

What Are The Advantages Of Using Plastic Bee Hives?

Plastic bee hives offer several advantages: they come pre-assembled and require no additional assembly; they are impervious to wax moths; they hold up well in extractors and are easy to clean; black plastic frames make it easier to spot queen eggs; and they are very durable, resisting splitting and warping. Additionally, they can reduce the need for winter wraps, decrease labor, and promote faster colony buildup in the spring, enhancing honey production and overall hive productivity.

What Materials Are Used To Mark Queen Bees?

Materials used to mark queen bees include Tipp-Ex (typing correction fluid), Humbrol Enamel paints, and Posca water-based art pens. These are safe and non-toxic for the queen.

What Are The Features Of A Queen Marking Tube?

A queen marking tube typically features a long tube with a plunger and a screen at the top. It is designed to gently immobilize the queen for safe marking and is often made of durable, clear plastic for easy visibility.

How Do Queen Marking Pens Work?

Queen marking pens use water-based, non-toxic paint that lasts the queen's lifetime. They require priming by shaking and pressing the pen to get the paint to the tip before use, ensuring precise and safe marking.

What Are The Benefits Of Marking A Queen Bee?

Marking a queen bee helps beekeepers track her age, prevent accidental replacements, and streamline colony inspections, making hive management more efficient and effective.

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