Hive Accessories
Professional Drop-Style Hive Handles for Beekeeping
Item Number : BHH-2
Price varies based on specs and customizations
- Material
- Heavy-Gauge Steel
- Finish
- Yellow Zinc Plated (Corrosion-Resistant)
- Mounting
- 4-Hole Wide Base Plate
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HONESTBEE is dedicated to supplying beekeeping professionals with equipment that meets the highest standards of durability and performance. Our Professional Drop-Style Hive Handles are a prime example of this commitment. Engineered for strength and convenience, these heavy-duty handles are the ideal hardware for commercial apiaries and for distributors who demand reliable, long-lasting products for their customers. Their robust construction and practical design make lifting and transporting heavy hive bodies safer and more efficient.
Key Features and Design
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Heavy-Duty Steel Construction: These Hive Handles are manufactured from thick-gauge steel, ensuring they can easily support the substantial weight of supers filled with honey and brood. The solid rectangular bail (handle loop) is designed to resist bending and deformation under heavy loads.
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Superior Corrosion Resistance: Each component is coated with a high-quality yellow zinc plating. This finish provides excellent protection against rust and corrosion from rain, humidity, and atmospheric exposure, making these handles a perfect long-term solution for outdoor equipment. The professional, iridescent finish also adds to the quality appearance of your hive boxes.
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Functional Drop-Style Design: The handle features a classic chest or drop-style design, allowing the bail to pivot and lie flat against the hive box when not in use. This low-profile characteristic is essential for:
- Easy Transportation: Prevents handles from snagging on other hives, equipment, or vehicles.
- Efficient Storage: Allows hives to be stacked closer together in a warehouse or apiary.
- Safety: Reduces tripping hazards and catching on beekeeper suits during inspections.
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Secure Four-Point Mounting: The wide, flat base plate is equipped with a four-hole mounting pattern. This distributes the lifting force over a larger area of the wood, providing a stronger, more secure attachment than two-hole designs and minimizing the risk of the handle pulling away from the hive box.
Value Proposition for Your Business
For Commercial Beekeepers: In a large-scale operation, efficiency and safety are paramount. These Drop-Style Hive Handles provide a comfortable, secure grip, even with gloved hands, reducing physical strain and the risk of dropping expensive, populated hives. Their rugged, weather-resistant build means you spend less time and money on hardware replacements and more time managing healthy, productive colonies.
For Beekeeping Supply Distributors: Stocking our Hive Handles elevates your inventory with a product that exudes quality. Your customers—from serious hobbyists to commercial beekeepers—will recognize the superior durability and professional design. Offering reliable, long-lasting hardware like this builds your reputation as a trusted supplier of premium beekeeping equipment, leading to greater customer satisfaction and repeat business.
Product Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Professional Drop-Style Hive Handles |
| Material | Heavy-Gauge Steel |
| Finish | Yellow Zinc Plated (Corrosion-Resistant) |
| Design | Drop-Style / Chest Handle, Low-Profile |
| Mounting | 4-Hole Wide Base Plate |
| Primary Use | Beehive Box Lifting and Transportation |
| Components | 2-Piece Assembly (Base Plate & Bail) |
Equip Your Hives with Hardware You Can Trust
Don't compromise on the quality of your essential equipment. HONESTBEE's Professional Drop-Style Hive Handles deliver the strength, durability, and functionality required for serious beekeeping.
Contact our wholesale department today to request a quote for bulk orders and learn how partnering with HONESTBEE can strengthen your operation or product line.
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These handles are a game-changer! Sturdy, rust-resistant, and make lifting hives effortless. Worth every penny!
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Superior quality and durability. The drop-style design is genius—no more snagging or tripping hazards!
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Fast delivery and top-notch craftsmanship. These handles are built to last, even in harsh weather.
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The zinc plating is flawless. Handles feel premium and look professional on my hives. Highly recommend!
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Perfect for commercial use! Saves time and reduces strain. A must-have for serious beekeepers.
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Love the four-point mounting—so secure! No worries about handles pulling away under heavy loads.
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These handles are a dream. Lightweight yet strong, and the pivot design is incredibly practical.
4.8
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Exceptional value for money. The corrosion resistance is impressive—perfect for rainy climates.
4.7
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The handles arrived quickly and were easy to install. My hives have never been easier to move!
4.9
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Robust and reliable. These handles are a testament to Honestbee's commitment to quality.
4.8
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The design is so thoughtful—stacking hives is now a breeze. A fantastic investment!
4.7
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Great grip, even with gloves. These handles make beekeeping safer and more efficient.
4.9
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The yellow zinc plating is not just functional but also adds a sleek, professional look.
4.8
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No more bent handles! These are built like tanks and handle heavy supers with ease.
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The handles are a perfect fit for my hives. Installation was straightforward and secure.
4.9
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Honestbee delivers again! These handles are the gold standard for beekeeping hardware.
4.8
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The drop-style feature is brilliant. No more awkward handles getting in the way during inspections.
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A small upgrade with a huge impact. These handles make daily beekeeping tasks so much smoother.
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