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HONESTBEE Classic Pry Bar Hive Tool with High Visibility Finish for Beekeeping

Item Number : HT-13

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Material: Heavy-Duty Steel
Overall Length: 23.5 cm / 9.25 inches
Key Features: Pry Bar End, Scraper End, Nail Puller

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At HONESTBEE, we supply professional-grade equipment that meets the rigorous demands of commercial beekeeping. Our Classic Pry Bar Hive Tool is a testament to this commitment, blending timeless design with practical innovation. This essential hive tool is constructed from heavy-duty steel for maximum durability and features a high-visibility yellow finish, addressing one of the most common frustrations in the apiary: the lost tool. It is the reliable, indispensable workhorse every beekeeper needs.

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Key Features and Design

Built for strength and functionality, this hive tool is forged from a single, thick piece of steel, ensuring it can withstand immense leveraging force without bending or breaking. Its design is simple, effective, and perfected for apiary work.

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Dual-Function Ends for Maximum Utility

This classic hive tool design features two distinct, purpose-built ends:

The Scraper End: One end is a wide, 4 cm flat blade with a beveled edge. This is perfect for a variety of tasks, including:
- Scraping away propolis and burr comb from frames, top bars, and hive bodies.
- Cleaning bottom boards and queen excluders with broad, efficient strokes.
- Gently prying frames from the side of the hive box.

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The Pry Bar End: The opposite end is bent at a 90-degree angle, creating a powerful pry bar. Its sharp edge is ideal for:
- Breaking the strong propolis seal between supers and hive bodies.
- Providing significant leverage to lift and separate stacked hive components with ease.

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Smart and Durable Construction

Heavy-Duty Steel: This hive tool is built to last through countless seasons of heavy use. The unpainted scraper end features a brushed steel finish for a clean, professional look.

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High-Visibility Yellow Coating: A portion of the tool is coated in a vibrant yellow paint. This isn't just for aesthetics; it's a critical functional feature. The bright color makes the hive tool incredibly easy to spot if dropped in tall grass, on the ground, or left on a hive top, saving beekeepers time and preventing the cost of lost equipment.

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Integrated Nail Puller: A keyhole-shaped cutout is conveniently placed on the tool's shank, serving as a nail puller for quick equipment repairs in the field. This hole also allows for easy hanging and storage in the workshop or honey house.

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Dimensions

Overall Length: 23.5 cm (9.25 inches) - provides excellent leverage and control.
Width (Both Ends): 4 cm (1.57 inches) - a versatile width for both prying and scraping.

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Applications and Scenarios

The Classic Pry Bar Hive Tool is the go-to instrument for nearly every task in the apiary:

Routine Hive Inspections: Quickly and safely open hives and separate boxes.
Hive Maintenance: Scrape and clean all hive components to maintain a healthy colony environment.
Honey Harvesting: Effortlessly pry apart heavy, honey-laden supers.
Field Repairs: Use the nail puller for minor fixes to frames or boxes.

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Value Proposition for Wholesalers and Commercial Beekeepers

For Commercial Beekeepers: This hive tool is a sound investment. Its robust build ensures longevity, reducing replacement costs. The high-visibility finish minimizes tool loss, a frequent and costly issue in large-scale operations, thereby improving operational efficiency and protecting your investment.

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For Beekeeping Distributors: The Classic Pry Bar Hive Tool is a core product for any beekeeping supply catalog. Its combination of traditional, proven functionality and the smart, high-visibility feature makes it highly marketable to beekeepers of all levels. Stocking this HONESTBEE product means offering your customers a durable, practical solution to a common problem, reinforcing your status as a quality supplier.

Product Specifications

Feature	Specification
Product Name	Classic Pry Bar Hive Tool with High-Visibility Finish
Material	Heavy-Duty Steel
Overall Length	23.5 cm / 9.25 inches
Width	4 cm / 1.57 inches
Thickness	0.25 cm / 0.098 inches
Key Features	Pry Bar End, Scraper End, Nail Puller
Finish	Half High-Visibility Yellow Paint, Half Brushed Steel

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FAQ

What Is The Principle Of A Wax Melter?

The principle of operation of any wax melter involves heating honeycombs loaded into a tank to a temperature above +70°C. This causes the wax to melt into a liquid state, which is then filtered and used for its intended purpose. The process is the same regardless of the design or energy source used.

What Is The Principle Of A Bee Venom Collector?

The bee venom collector is a battery-powered device placed outside the hive near the entrance. It uses a small pulsation that is so low that most bees do not detect it. When bees sting a glass plate on the device, the venom is collected without harming the bee.

What Is The Principle Of A Solar Beeswax Melter?

A solar beeswax melter uses sunlight to melt beeswax, creating clean wax without additional energy sources. It typically consists of a container with a glass or plastic covering and a small inner container where melted wax collects. The heat from the sun melts the wax, which then drips into a pan of water, often passing through a filter.

What Are The Advantages Of A Wax Melter?

The advantages of a wax melter include standard dimensions, a comfortable and well-thought-out design, fast melting of honeycombs, obtaining high-quality non-burnt wax, and minimal intervention required from the beekeeper during the melting process.

What Are The Advantages Of A Bee Venom Collector?

The new bee venom collector is more bee-friendly compared to other harvesting techniques. It is placed outside the hive, reducing stress and mortality rates among bees. The device collects venom without harming the bees, and the process takes less than an hour.

What Are The Advantages Of Using A Solar Beeswax Melter?

The benefits of using a solar beeswax melter include sustainability, as it reduces the energy footprint by harnessing renewable solar energy; high-quality wax, as the slow and controlled melting process ensures clean and pure wax free from contaminants; and versatility, as it is compatible with frames from different hive systems and can be expanded for larger volumes of wax. Additionally, it is environmentally friendly, requires no energy, and is low maintenance, making it suitable for beginners.

What Are The Applications Of A Wax Melter?

A wax melter simplifies and speeds up the wax melting process. It is ideal for applications such as candle making, cosmetics, and hair removal preparations. It ensures safety and efficiency by avoiding overheating and making it easier to remove wax from the pot.

What Are The Applications Of Bee Venom?

Bee venom is used in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and medical research, particularly in studies related to dementia, HIV, and arthritis.

What Are The Applications Of A Solar Beeswax Melter?

A solar beeswax melter is used to melt beeswax using the heat of the sun, especially useful for beekeepers with large quantities of raw wax. The wax is placed in a pan inside the melter, and the melted wax is collected in a tray as it cools and solidifies. This purified wax can then be reused in various applications such as candles and cosmetics.

What Are The Main Types Of Wax Melters?

The main types of wax melters include steam wax melters, electric wax melters, and solar wax melters. Each type has its own unique features and is suited for different applications, such as small apiaries, industrial use, or eco-friendly beekeeping.

How Does A Bee Venom Collector Ensure The Safety Of Bees?

The bee venom collector is designed to be placed outside the hive, reducing stress and mortality rates among bees. It uses a small pulsation that is so low that most bees do not detect it, ensuring that the venom is collected without harming the bees.

What Are The Main Features Of A Solar Beeswax Melter?

The main features of a solar beeswax melter include high-strength double-glazed glass that reaches up to 120°C under direct sunlight, a stainless steel plate for uniform heat distribution, and a durable wax tray that provides ample space for melting wax from hive frames. These features ensure efficient, even melting and easy cleaning.

How Does A Steam Wax Melter Work?

A steam wax melter works by directing hot steam into a container where frames with honeycombs are placed. The steam is generated in a hermetically sealed container where water boils, and the steam is then directed through a hose into the wax melter, melting the wax.

What Makes The New Bee Venom Collector More Bee-friendly?

The new bee venom collector is more bee-friendly because it is placed outside the hive, which reduces stress and mortality rates among bees. Additionally, the device collects venom without harming the bees, and the process is completed in less than an hour.

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