Nail or rivet them to the roof then you can keep track of important beehive data much easier.
Pollen Trap - External
950-0058
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$44.00
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Please note Beehive Floor and Full Depth Brood box are not included in the purchase.
Designed to fit onto most beehives.
Designed to suit a base with a 20mm riser.
Removable pollen collection tray holds up to 400 grams of pollen. The worker bee has to crawl up though a hole to get back into the hive. In the process, most of the the pollen gets scraped from her collection baskets and drops into the collection tray. If the beehive is not getting enough pollen, the active plate with entry holes can be by-passed through a movable front door controlled by a side-lever. Incorporates a drone side entrance with a secure sliding door.
Manufactured from high quality food grade polypropylene. Weight: 1.2 Kg
Please note:- Stock colours may be different to the photos shown.
InstantVap COMPACT 18 volt
760-0050-Ma
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Regular price
$780.00
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The latest 2nd Gen Version of the all popular InstantVap has dropped!
Meet the InstantVap COMPACT!
Similar to the previous generation, this makes vaporizing oxalic acid (OA) in beehives an absolute breeze, however it is better in many ways!
NEW Design: With a radical overhaul this unit is a lot smaller, lighter and stronger than the previous unit. Focusing on the essentials, this unit is more practical in the field. The unit sits a lot better with most standard batteries. With only one switch, the unit is simply controlled by an LED light.
NEW LED light This unit is preset to all the right parameters and all you need to do is watch the flashing LED. The light is easy to see even on sunny days. Engraved on the unit is the following guide so you know what your InstantVap is doing:
By simplifying and making all these changes this new generation is available at a more affordable price!
It is very cheap per application! The Oxalic Acid only costs 1.5 cents per beehive for a 3 gram dose (based on buying a 25kg bag for $120.00 +GST in Feb 2023). Treat 1000 beehives for only $15.00 +GST for materials.
The InstantVap is powered by common power tool batteries including Makita LXT 18V, Milwaukee M18, Bosch Blue / ProCore 18V, Dewalt XR18/20V, Metabo 18V, Ozito PXC 18V, AEG Pro 18V & HiKOKI / Hitachi 18V. The device is compatible with only one type of battery. Please select your type carefully. Price does not include any batteries.
Applications & suggested dose rates. (Also view the video. See the link below.)
1. For beehives with solid bases, apply 2g of OA vapour at the bottom entry. Block the entry with a wet towel for 5 - 7 minutes to trap all the vapour in the beehive while treating other beehives.
2. For beehives with vented bases, use a vent blocker sheet and carry out the same process as stated above. The vent blockers can be removed after 5 - 7 minutes.
3. For beehives with vented bases that are very difficult to block, we recommend that you do a 3 gram dose from the top of the hive. A small notch cut from the rim of the hive mat is excellent for winter ventilation and a great spot to apply the vapour. If the beehive has lots of honey supers, a notch cut from the rim of the queen excluder can give good access for the vaporizer. we sell stainless steel excluders with an entry door which is ideal. See the examples on the video.
4. Alternatively, the vapour can be applied through a hole in the front plate of the brood box for the fastest application. Drill a hole as high as possible in the top brood box but close to the side so the vapour penetrates the hive between the outer wall and outer frame. Drill a 6.5mm hole if using the brass nozzle bare. Drill a 9.5mm hole if using the silicon sleeve on the nozzle. After application, the hole can be blocked up with a golf tee.
For a quick overview on how the device functions, watch our video below:
Included with each Vaporizer: 1 x Vaporizer 1 x Plunger 1 x 500g of OA 2 x Silicone Caps 2 x Silicone Sleeves 2 x Spare O-Rings 2 x Cleaning Caps
The finer details:
The device has built-in battery protection electronics.
Power: 18V-20V; 250W; 14A
Approx. 1Ah is required for heating up, then 1Ah provides enough power for 9 to 10 two gram doses of oxalic acid treatment. Each 2 gram dose takes approx. 18 seconds to vaporize.
Stainless, acid-resistant steel frame and dispenser
Fast, tool-free, roll-on adjustment of the oxalic acid dispenser, with 1-4 gram scale, dispensing oxalic acid with one push. Replacements or extras are available here They fit perfectly in the handle as well as in the dispenser chamber.
6mm diameter strong brass outlet pipe, not prone to clogging due to the excellent design. Easy to access and clean in case of a blockage, the entire length of the tube is accessible. Some beekeepers drill a 7mm hole in the hive box and insert the nozzle into the hole.
Stable in the hive hole, does not fall out or tilt sideways, can support its own weight (But do not lean on it!)
There should be a minimum of 100mm free space in front of the nozzle otherwise some of the Oxalic Acid will crystalize on the surface and be wasted.
Double-wall furnace, works well in cold, windy weather
Silicone Cover for InstantVap
760-0033
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Regular price
$77.00
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This silicone cover placed over the spout of the InstantVap can help to optimize the performance of the device. By covering the hot box at the top of the InstantVap, this cover aids in reducing heat loss, as well as containing any acid spills from the plunger.
This silicone cap is used for cleaning the InstantVap
Steam Cleaning After rinsing it out, start heating it up to 200 C. While its heating up get the cleaning cup as shown in the picture above. Fill it 3/4 full of water. Once the InstantVap gets to 200C, tip it upside down without the plunger in the spout. Slide the cleaning cap over the spout, then holding it firmly in place with 2-3 fingers, tip the machine up the right way with the nozzle point away from yourself or anyone else. The water in the cap will drop down into the chamber, instantly evaporate and steam out the nozzle. This will generate a bit of pressure on the cap so ensure your wearing gloves and holding it down tight!
Manufactured in New Zealand with virgin food grade plastic.
43mm endbar
Options are:
Beeswax Coated:
This will come with a 33gm Coating of beeswax to get the bees started in drawing it out.
Uncoated:
This will come with no coating and will need some beeswax brushing on to encourage the bees to draw it out.
48x per carton
864x per pallet
There may be a slight delay on large orders
Zinc Plated Screws
801-9150
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Regular price
$16.00
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Zinc Plated M3 x 38mm.
The ideal size for beehive boxes.
Pack of 500.
No. 2 Square drive head.
Folding Veil w D/String White
701-91W
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Regular price
$34.00
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Designed to be worn with overalls or a shirt that has a collar and no button opening front. The draw strings pull tight and go around your back to do up as a bow on your chest.
Quick and easy to fit. Comfortable with good protection from stings.
Folds flat for easy storage.
Silicone Sleeve for Instant Vap x 5
760-0034.5
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Regular price
$3.75
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These sleeves protect your hiveware from the hot nozzle on the InstantVap.
Essential when working with Plastic or Polystyrene hiveware.
Also help to insulate the nozzle and avoid blockages
Easy set and refillable. Attractive to wasps, not bees.
A reusable wasp trapping system for use with NoPests® Wasp Lure (sold separately). Highly effective with the capacity to capture hundreds of wasps. When full, empty contents in trash and refill again with NoPests® Wasp Lure. Contains 1 Wasp Dome Trap (yellow base with clear lid) and 1 suspension string.
Tip: Use in high summer months to control active wasp populations and also in winter months to control queen wasps, preventing population growth.
Locate trap in direct sunlight in areas where wasps frequent, using hanging cord provided.
Inspect the dome trap regularly and remove dead insects.
Replace lure monthly, or when levels drop due to evaporation.
If the dome trap is full and there is no free liquid, remove contents and rinse with clean water before refilling with NoPests® Wasp Lure. Ensure no Lure is spilt on the outside of the dome trap.
3x3 Frame Nuc Adapter Kit
950-0325
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Regular price
$115.00
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Convert your beehives to 3 x 3-Frame Nucs! Simply add your standard lid, hive mat, a full depth box of brood and 3 queen cells to make up these nucleus beehives.
This setup has huge benefits as it is a low cost way of setting up multiple nucleus hives for long term use. Having 3 nucs under one roof saves time when checking hives and they share heat between them, saving precious energy stores to keep warm.
The top feeders are excellent. They take no space in the brood box and allow you to feed sugar syrup and pollen patties to each Nuc without disturbing the bees.
Each of the entries can be a different colour to help the queens return to the right colony after mating flights.
This 3 x 3 frame nucleus beehive can be used to over-winter 3 autumn mated queens or the dividers can be removed and the 3 colonies united to become one colony for the winter. If using the hive without dividers, a strip of wood or piece of foam is required between the feeders to keep the feeder area bee proof.
Please note. The plastic divider boards may need to be slightly trimmed at each end to fit your wooden brood box. Wooden brood boxes in NZ can vary slightly in their internal dimensions.
This kit includes: 1x Technoset vented base 1x pair of Technoset Nucleus entry guards 1x Technoset Q8 Rear Entry (to be fitted) 2x Technoset Divider boards. Full depth. 3 x Technoset top feeders for syrup and patties 1x Kitset wooden rim. To suit hive mat and to keep the feeder cavity bee proof.
Torch Straps - Pair
745-0306
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Regular price
$3.00
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Bungees made to secure the torch to our latest veils on our suits.
Sold per pair.
Extra Long Hive Tool
750-0216
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Regular price
$15.00
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Stainless hive tool 388mm long.
Ribbed down the centre for extra strength.
Great for that extra leverage
Dowels
950-2000*25
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$2.50
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Pack of 25 Locator Dowels / Pegs to suit the Technoset system
Contact us if you need more
Dispenser nozzle
920-0912
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$38.00
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This nozzle is the strongest and most practical one we could find for beekeeping.
These nozzles cope with the high workload of beekeeping work and will stand up to the pressure.
Has a hand-grip click lock system and a 25 mm swivel connector fitted. (With female thread)
The perfect option for those wanting to store their honey securely and safely.
At 38 litres this drum will hold 50kgs of honey and has a tap built in so you can access the honey at any time for any amount.
Being stainless steel, its going to last for long time.
Bronze Branding Characters
740-0600
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$35.00
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All branders are fitted with slotted brass heads. Simply slide in the desired characters and tighten lock plates. Most clients brand the frames and boxes with their apiary registration number.
Click on items above for more information. 10 year warranty. Optional connector latches are available if required. Screw holes are pre-drilled to suit. Check out our other beehive packages!
Please write your preferred box colour on the cart page
Russian Pine Jumbo Box with Waxed Frames
801-1011
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$126.00
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Russian Pine Jumbo size Box with assembled Wooden Frames:
This listing is for:-
1 x Russian Pine Jumbo size Box. Standard grade.
10 x Jumbo size Russian Pine Frames with 33mm end bars and grooved bottom bars.
10 x sheets of Heavy Brood 266 Beeswax Foundation, fitted to the frames.
The box is screwed together with 28 stainless steel screws and will require painting or some form of weather protection. Russian Pine is very slow growing so the growth rings are close together to make a denser and more stable material for beehives.These boxes are excellent quality and have rounded outer edges on the front and back plates. This makes it easier to paint and it sheds the rain better.
Timber thickness of the box is 20mm.
Approximate internal dimensions of the box: 365mm x 465mm x 295mm high.
Check out our awesome feedback on this product below:
Quick easy trade, good quality boxes will definitely buy from them again - Trade Me Customer
Full Face Respiratory Mask Package
751-0210-M
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Regular price
$278.00
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Get full face protection with this comfortable and safe face-mask. This will give you the best face & lung protection when using a Vaporizer with Oxalic Acid.
This mask will also give very good face & lung protection when working with Formic Acid.
This is a complete kit including a pair of Organic Vapour / Acid Gas Cartridges to suit. Also included is a pair of FOGSTOP optix wipes and a handy container to store the mask and keep it clean. You can get spare filter cartridges here.
NOTE: The service life of any acid gas cartridge filter is affected by many factors.
Replace both the filters: -
When the expiry date stamped on the sealed packet has elapsed.
Once opened, maximum use time is 6 months (even ifnot used). The carbon will absorb contaminants fromthe general environment.
When contaminant can be detected by smell or taste.
Comes in Medium and Large - both are adult size, the large has slightly more room in the mask.
Silicone material Reusable Anti fog treatment on lens Anti scratch lens Low breathing resistance High filtration efficiency filters Protects against airborne contaminants
The Masks are tested and approved to meet the following standards:
Certified AS/NZS 1716:2012 Certified CE Standard EN143:2000 P3 R Certified CE Standard EN14387:2004+A1:2008 Certified CE Standard EN149:2001+A1:2009 Certified CE Standard EN143:2000 P2 R
Frame Stand Holder
750-0262
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Regular price
$16.00
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This is a holder to put your frame in while inspecting it.
Also perfect for grafting or display purposes
Screen for Merging Board
950-0018.1
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$8.00
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The 3mm PP board is designed to be fitted into the rim of a Technosetbee queen excluder with top entry, to allow two colonies to be safely united.
The excluder needs to be ordered separately if required. Click here: Single Queen Exlcuder
Rim thickness of the excluder: 10mm
Can be used on any standard 10 frame Langstroth bee hive.
Please note:- Stock colours may be different to the photo shown.
Frame Nails
801-9020
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$5.00
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30 x 1.6 nails for kitset frames - 100 pieces (50 grm)
Beeco Style Smoker 32cm
750-0325
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Regular price
$58.00
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Beehive Smoker made to a style similar to Beeco Smoker.
The bellows and metal construction is better quality than our cheaper smokers.
Made from Stainless Steel. 10cm diameter and 32cm high with vinyl bellows.
Smock Bee Jacket - White
701-22FW-XS
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Regular price
$98.00
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Excellent quality and quick and easy to put on at short notice when required. Designed by a beekeeper at Beequip NZ and incorporates a huge list of features and benefits.
Made from top quality 260 gsm Polycotton. Very tough but not too heavy and hot.
Veils can be easily unzipped and removed. The Jacket can then be machine washed.
All zips are heavy duty and long life. Top YKK Quality.
No collar to tickle your cheeks and make you hotter and uncomfortable.
The folding veils have sun protector strip above forehead.
Easy to partly unzip the folding veil and flip it on to your back while not required or when driving.
Comes with the folding veil as standard. Alternatively, the round hat type veil can be fitted for a small fee at the time of purchase if desired.
Large lower pocket for queen cages etc. Top pockets have a Velcro flap.
The elastic waistband fits snugly. It should be tucked into trousers for maximum protection.
Large range of sizes available. XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL, 6XL, 7XL, 8XL