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Heavy-Duty T-Style Frame Perch

Item Number : BFP-2

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Material: Stainless Steel
Capacity: 5 Full Frames
Quantity: A pair

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Increase the safety and efficiency of every hive inspection with our professional-grade T-Style Frame Perch set. Sold in pairs, these heavy-duty holders are engineered to provide a secure, stable, and convenient place to hang frames on the outside of the hive body. This is a fundamental tool for commercial beekeepers looking to streamline their workflow and an essential, high-demand product for beekeeping supply distributors.

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Robust Design for Professional Use

Constructed from thick, solid stainless steel, this Frame Perch set is built to withstand the daily demands of a commercial apiary. The unique T-style design prioritizes strength and stability above all else.

Heavy-Duty Stainless Steel: Each perch is fabricated from high-quality, corrosion-resistant stainless steel with a brushed finish. This ensures a long service life, prevents rust, and allows for easy cleaning and sanitization to maintain apiary hygiene.

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Stable T-Shape Construction: The design features a long, flat support arm securely welded to a wide, J-shaped hook. This construction provides superior strength and rigidity compared to single-rod designs.

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Secure Hive Mounting: The deep J-hook fits snugly over the edge of a standard hive box, providing a stable and reliable anchor point that won't slip or twist under the weight of heavy frames.

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Key Features and In-Hive Advantages

Feature	Description & Benefit
Sold as a Pair	Using two independent perches allows for flexible placement and balanced support on either side of the hive, accommodating different working styles and apiary setups.
High-Capacity Support Arms	Each 215mm flat bar provides a wide, stable surface for frame lugs to rest on, comfortably holding 5 full frames without flexing or bending.
Creates Critical Working Space	By hanging the first few frames on this Frame Perch set, beekeepers create essential room inside the hive. This makes subsequent frame removal and inspection far easier and drastically reduces the risk of rolling the queen or crushing bees.
Protects Bees and Comb	This tool eliminates the need to place frames on the ground, preventing the comb from getting contaminated with dirt and debris and keeping the bees, including a potentially un-found queen, safe from harm.
Improves Inspection Workflow	The Frame Perch set helps keep frames organized in the order they were removed, making inspections faster, more systematic, and less disruptive to the colony.

Application Scenarios

This Frame Perch set is an indispensable tool for all common beekeeping tasks:

Routine Health Inspections: Create the space needed to properly check brood patterns, look for pests, and assess food stores.
Locating the Queen: Systematically hang frames aside in order, making it much easier to find the queen.
Honey Harvesting & Reorganization: Conveniently hold frames while working through a super or when performing hive manipulations like splits and combines.

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Product Specifications

Parameter	Details
Product Name	Heavy-Duty T-Style Frame Perch
Quantity	Sold as a set of two (2) perches
Material	High-Grade Stainless Steel
Overall Dimensions	215mm (Arm Length) x 135mm (Hook Height)
Capacity	Each perch holds 5 standard frames

Summary of Value

Feature Summary	Benefit for Your Business
Durable T-Style Construction	A robust, long-lasting tool that represents excellent value and minimizes replacement costs.
Increased Beekeeper Efficiency	A faster, safer workflow allows commercial operations to manage more colonies with the same amount of labor.
Promotes Hive Health	A key selling point for distributors, as the tool directly contributes to better beekeeping practices.
Professional-Grade Tool	Reflects a commitment to quality equipment, building trust with serious beekeepers.
Fundamental Apiary Item	Ensures consistent demand and sales as an essential piece of every beekeeper's kit.

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For Commercial Apiaries and Beekeeping Equipment Distributors:

Efficiency and colony health are paramount in a successful beekeeping operation. Our Heavy-Duty T-Style Frame Perch set delivers both. It is a smart investment for any apiary and a core product for any distributor's catalog.

Contact HONESTBEE today for our wholesale pricing and partnership opportunities. Equip your customers or your operation with this essential Frame Perch set and experience a new level of convenience and professionalism in the apiary.

FAQ

What Is The Application Of A Beehive Frame Perch?

The beehive frame perch is designed to help beekeepers keep track of frames during hive inspections. It fits snugly over the edge of the hive body to conveniently and securely hold frames.

What Is The Principle Of Bee Hive Supply In Mild Climates?

In mild climates, the condensing principle involves heavily insulating the tops of hives while leaving the walls non-insulated and providing openings at the bottom. Moist air condenses on the cooler hive walls, runs down these walls, and drips out through the bottom openings, effectively managing moisture within the hive.

What Are The Key Features To Consider When Choosing A Beehive Frame Perch?

When choosing a beehive frame perch, consider a comfortable handle, as it will be held frequently. Handles can be made of wood or steel. Additionally, ensure the grip has sturdy construction, with strong steel and secure screws and springs.

What Are The Advantages Of Using A Bee Hive Stand?

Using a bee hive stand has several advantages: it raises the hive off the ground, which prevents rainwater and moisture from seeping into the hive, keeps the hive entrance further from grass to reduce pest intrusion, and makes the hive easier to access, reducing strain on the beekeeper's back and shoulders during maintenance. Additionally, it saves your back by reducing the need to bend and lift heavy hive boxes, makes a comfortable home for the bees by keeping the hive dry and safe from moisture issues, and protects the hive from predators and pests by elevating it off the ground.

What Is The Principle Behind The Design Of A Beehive Frame Perch?

The beehive frame perch is designed to help beekeepers keep track of frames during hive inspections. It fits snugly over the edge of the hive body to conveniently and securely hold frames.

What Types Of Bee Hives Are Available In The Bee Hive Supply Category?

The bee hive supply category includes various types of hives such as Wholesales Dadant Size Wooden Bee Hives, Top Bar Beehives, Langstroth Honey Bee Box Hive Boxes, and Long Langstroth Style Horizontal Top Bar Hives. Each type is designed to meet different beekeeping needs and preferences.

What Are The Advantages Of Using A Beehive Frame Perch?

Using a beehive frame perch makes it easier to remove frames from the box, prevents accidental dropping of frames, and allows the beekeeper to have one hand free for inspection or other tasks. It is a very effective tool that simplifies and speeds up hive inspections.

What Are Some Essential Tools Included In The Bee Hive Supply Category?

Essential tools in the bee hive supply category include Stainless Steel J Hook Hive Tools, Plastic Handle Single Row Bee Brushes, Frame Grip Frame Lifters, and Stainless Steel Beekeeping Racks. These tools are crucial for hive maintenance, inspections, and honey harvesting.

Why Is Hanging A Beehive Beneficial?

Hanging a beehive is cheaper, reduces the risk of predators like lizards, prevents grazing animals from tipping it over, avoids water damage, makes it harder for ants to reach, and deters theft.

How Do Bee Hive Frames Contribute To Hive Productivity?

Bee hive frames, such as Wooden Bee Hive Frames and Plastic Bee Frame Beekeeping Hive Frames, enhance hive productivity by providing a structured environment for bees to build comb and store honey. They are designed to be durable, customizable, and bee-friendly, which helps in maintaining healthy and productive hives.

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