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The cutest little cartons to make our wooden sections even better!

Made from eco friendly cardboard, this is a perfect pair for the cellophane bags to give that complete finish.

Carton measures 110 x 110 x 50mm with a thickness of 0.5mm

Queen Catcher - Stainless Steel

⚠️ Note: Beehive floor and full depth brood box are not included in the purchase.

External Pollen Traps for Beekeeping

Efficient pollen collection with minimal disruption to your bees. These high-quality external pollen traps are designed to fit most beehives and allow beekeepers to harvest clean, fresh pollen while ensuring hive health is maintained.

Key Features

• Fits most hives – Designed to suit a base with a 20mm riser

• Large capacity – Removable tray holds up to 400g of pollen

• Smart bee entry system – Worker bees crawl through entrance holes, gently scraping pollen into the tray

• Adjustable design – Side-lever front door allows you to bypass the pollen collection plate when hives need more pollen

• Drone-friendly – Side drone entrance with secure sliding door

• Durable build – Made from food-grade polypropylene, lightweight at 1.2kg

• Practical & flexible –  please note: colours may vary from the photos shown.

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.

Premium 3/4 Depth Wooden Package with Wooden frames.

Choose between many options on how you want your package.

All the packages come with:

1 x HiveMaster Wooden Vented Floor - Note different to picture shown.

1 x Heavy Duty Emlock

Treatment:

Undipped - This means your high quality Russian Pine boxes are assembled with stainless screws but is in its natural state and will need some kind of protection from the weather.

Dipped - The box has been assembled with 20 stainless steel screws then dipped in hot Microcrystalline for 9 to 10 minutes to preserve the timber for a long life outside. Microcrystalline is similar to Paraffin Wax but is a higher quality and has a melting point of 80 degrees. Paraffin Wax has been commonly used for beehive boxes but it will melt at 60 degrees and can leach out of the timber boxes on a hot summer day. This will leave them susceptible to rotting! 

Storeys:

1 Box High - This means your package will include one 3/4 depth assembled russian pine super. The super will contain 10 x 3/4d 33mm Frames assembled and fitted with Medium Brood 157 foundation.

2 Boxes High - This means your package will include two 3/4 depth assembled russian pine supers. The supers will contain 20 x 3/4d 33mm Frames assembled and fitted with Medium Brood 157 foundation.

3 Boxes High - This means your package will include three 3/4 depth assembled russian pine supers. The supers will contain 30 x 3/4d 33mm Frames assembled and fitted with Medium Brood 157 foundation. Also included, is a Plastic queen excluder with top entry, to go between the 2nd and 3rd box.

Roof:

Technoset Roof with Top Feeder - This means your package will include a Technoset Insulated and Vented roof with a 7 Litre feeder. The features a drown design with safe bee drink areas. The feeder fits neatly inside the Technoset roof and takes no extra space. It doubles up as a hive mat and can be left on the beehive all year round. the vents allows damp air to exit up through the feeder vents and out the roof vents.

Galvanized Roof with Hive mat - With this option your package will include a Standard Galvanised roof with sprung ends and a thickness of 0.55mm. A hive mat is also included. The hive mat rim is made from russian pine timber, treated in micro-crystalline wax to make it last. The hardboard is also oil tempered both sides to make it last.

Queen Bee. Biology, Rearing & Breeding – Book

An excellent guide to understanding the essential elements of queen rearing. This book covers queen bee biology, rearing techniques, and breeding principles, making it a valuable resource for both hobbyist and commercial beekeepers.

Key Features:

• Comprehensive overview of queen bee biology

• Practical guidance on rearing and breeding queens

• Suitable for beginners and experienced beekeepers

• Enhances knowledge for stronger, more productive hives

Polypail with lid - For holding up to 10L or 15 KGs of Honey.

High quality food grade plastic.

Made in NZ

Honey not included.

Bulk supply available - Please contact us 

The Ultimate Grab and Go super package. Whatever you might need an additional super for, this is right ready to go and give fabulous results!

3/4 depth Technoset Box with 10 Waxed plastic Frames, (33mm end bars) 

Find out more on the 3/4d Technoset Brood boxes here.

Box height 193mm. Frame end bar height 183mm.

NOTE: Colour of the box sent will be random.

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!

Check out our InstantVap Operational Guide for more info

Opening the lids on the poly pails can be a little tough as the tend to be a tight fit.

No longer is a problem with this tool.

It will have your lids off in no time!

Note colour may vary.

Bright Head Torch

2 x Red LEDs for Shifting bees at night as bees don't go for red light!

3W LED White Light

100 Lumens

Uses 3 x AAA batteries - included

Check our more powerful rechargeable head torch HERE

Everything you need to make one full depth box of heart shape comb honey apart from the beeswax to brush on the containers.

This Package Includes:
7 x Frames to hold the containers
112 x Containers and lids - (containers will need wax brushing on them)
28 x spacer screws

There is only 7 frames for a full depth package as we recommend putting a frame of honey on the outsides of the 7 frames to draw the bees up into the frames and make them start drawing it out. 

The spacer screws are to be screwed into the four corners of one side on each frame so that the frames self space and give an even finish on the honeycomb.

When the containers need to be removed, simply insert a screw driver in the holes on the top and bottom of the frame.

233mm deep. Allow 40mm width per frame. 

You can buy Raw Beeswax here to coat them.

Nassenheider Replacement Wick Set or Cloth

Keep your Nassenheider Evaporator performing at its best.

Genuine replacement parts for the Nassenheider Professional Evaporator. Choose the component you need from the options before adding to your cart.

Available options:

• Wick Set: Replacement wicks only. Blue cloth is not included.
• Blue Cloth: Replacement evaporation cloth only. Wicks are not included.

The wick set and cloth are sold separately. If you need both, add each option to your cart individually.

Features:

• Genuine Nassenheider replacement parts
• Easy to install
• Compatible with the Nassenheider Professional Evaporator

Replace worn components as needed and follow the manufacturer's instructions for use.

Find the Nassenheider Evaporator here.

Cloake Board – Proven Queen Rearing Tool

Raise strong, high-quality queens with confidence using our durable Cloake Board. This time-tested system creates optimal conditions for cell building by simulating queenless and queenright hive states — a must-have for serious queen rearers.

Featuring a slide-out galvanised steel tray, this board allows precise control of hive dynamics, while front and rear entrances can be easily opened or closed for effective bee management.

Built from heavy-duty polypropylene and corrosion-resistant galvanised steel, it’s designed to withstand years of use without rotting, warping, or rusting.

Key Features:

• Creates ideal conditions for queen cell development

• Slide-out galv tray for easy manipulation

• Front and rear entrances for flexible access

• Made from durable polypropylene and galvanised steel

• Weatherproof, rot-proof, and corrosion-resistant

Perfect for hobbyists or commercial queen breeders looking to improve success rates with minimal hive disruption.

See instruction Manual Here

This goes on top of the Propolis mat to weather proof.

The semi-transparent cover is designed to let the light in which stimulates the bees to quickly fill the specially designed mat with fresh propolis.

The semi-transparent cover should not be used in hot weather.

Manufactured from high quality food grade polypropylene. Tough cross-rib construction.

Can be used on any standard 10 frame Langstroth bee hive.

Weight: 1.2 Kg

Latch plates are available as an optional extra if required.

Note: Only one per customer

This is the perfect little torch to accompany the SpyHive™ and get some extra light where it is needed.

It has a zoomable lens to intensify the light on a specific area.

Runs on AA batteries (included).

Replacement Dispenser for the InstantVap

Adjustable from 1 to 4 gram dose rates.

Two options - one for InstantVap Lite, one for the Compact and Turbo.

Check out our InstantVap Operational Guide for more info

Pack of 25 Locator Dowels / Pegs to suit the Technoset system

Contact us if you need more

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)

Wash daily with warm water to maximise life.

Buy  delivery hose  to suit.

Zinc Plated M3 x 38mm.

The ideal size for beehive boxes.

Pack of 500.

No. 2 Square drive head.

Discover Apisolis, the future of beekeeping innovation. Revolutionizing hive inspections, Apisolis provides a modern, healthier alternative to traditional smokers by harnessing the power of gentle and safe vapour.

Key Features:

Comfort: Apisolis excels in user-friendliness. Featuring automatic shut-off for efficiency, it simplifies hive inspections, making them smoother and more enjoyable.

Health: Designed with safety in mind, Apisolis eliminates flames, reducing burn risks and harmful smoke inhalation. Its gentle steam ensures a secure experience for both beekeepers and bees alike. Smoke from fires is carcinogenic and some beekeepers get asthma from the smoke inhalation. Use Apisolis to avoid these health hazards.

Safety: You can't start a fire with an Apisolis! Excellent tool when there is a fire ban. Many forestry companies ban smokers from their forests in summer. Here is the safe answer. Equipped with automatic temperature control and capable of producing uniform output, Apisolis generates vapors only as needed, minimizing accidents during use. 

Durability and reliability: Built to last and is fully repairable with spare parts readily available ensuring a long lifespan and sustained performance.

Low running costs: The tank on the Apisolis holds 15 mls of fragrance and will last for 460 long slow puffs! 

Integral rechargeable battery: Great for a days work. Recharge battery each night after use, or after each tankful of fragrance, whatever comes first. 

Top Quality. Made in France. 

Pack Contents:

This comprehensive pack includes everything needed to begin using Apisolis:

• 1 Apisolis Vaporizer: The core component, featuring innovative, user-friendly design.
• 1 Apisolis Native - 120ml: A specially formulated solution for generating soothing and safe vapor. Click Here  for more solution. The bottle will fill the tank on the Apisolis 8 times.
• 2x Coils: Ensuring extended and reliable use of the vaporizer. Click Here for replacement coils. One coil is required to create the vapour. The second one is a spare part to keep in storage. 
• 1 USB Charger Cord: Convenient for quick charging wherever you are.
• User Guide: With photos included.

Apisolis complements rather than replaces traditional smokers and is ideal for non-aggressive colonies and routine checks. It’s the preferred choice for beekeepers prioritizing health, bee welfare, and environmental impact. Start with Apisolis today for gentler, safer, and more sustainable beekeeping practices.

Excellent tool for AP2 apiary inspectors. Fit a plastic bag over the Apisolis, cut a hole for the nozzle. It can then be used without soiling it with potential AFB contamination. Simply change the bag for each apiary and the bellows don't have to be sterilized. Save heaps of time! 

Apisolis Native fragrance composition: Propylene glycol of plant origin & ECOCERT certified. Active ingredients present in essential oils.

The integral battery is 4400 mAh capacity. A 1 amp charger will take around 4 hours to charge it.

A few examples of accidental fires caused by beehive smokers:-

https://www.nzherald.co.nz/northern-advocate/news/mid-north-beekeeper-taken-to-hospital-after-fierce-scrub-fire/LAKLFMLOEHGYNVLGUWH54OANGA/

https://www.lejsl.com/faits-divers/2014/07/19/les-incendies-detruisent-plus-de-1000-ha-au-nord-de-madrid

https://www.larepubliquedespyrenees.fr/faits-divers/incendie/arbus-un-apiculteur-met-accidentellement-le-feu-a-des-herbes-seches-12076186.php?csnt=19255aae888

https://www.sbsun.com/2022/06/07/hesperia-brush-fire-caused-by-a-beekeepers-smoker-fire-officials-say/

The boxes are Flat Packed and Untreated.

NZ Pine timber. 

These boxes are mostly Standard Grade however there there is the odd knot or pith close to a edge on some pieces. Sometimes the heights can be a few mm out compared to the other pieces but overall still perfectly good boxes 

The Bee Escape cover makes stray bee removal during the honey harvest very easy and fast.

Designed to be used on top of stacked honey supers after they are removed from the hive and while travelling back to the extraction plant.

The semi-transparent valve on top allows the ambient light to pass through and attract any bees still left inside. Most bees will exit within 15 minutes before transporting the honey supers.

Can be used on wooden honey supers also.

NB. These covers will not prevent robbing.

Manufactured from high quality food grade polypropylene. Weight: 1.350 Kg

Outer Dimensions: 52cm x 42cm

Please note:- Stock colours may be different to the photo shown.

Yellow-legged Hornet (Vespa Velutina) Selective Trap

Target hornets. Let non-target insects go.

A smart, eco-minded trap designed for effective hornet capture while reducing bycatch to avoid clogging the trap unnecessarily.

The yellow-legged hornet (Vespa velutina) is a serious biosecurity threat to honeybees and other pollinators. Biosecurity New Zealand is currently responding to detections on Auckland’s North Shore, and is urging the public to stay vigilant and report sightings.

Why this matters for NZ beekeepers

• Hornets prey on bees at hive entrance causing the bees to stay in the hive.
• The ongoing stress of this "hawking" can cause colony collapse 
• Early detection will give eradication a high chance of success

The GOOD4BEES trap is suited to monitoring and targeted trapping—particularly where hornet activity is suspected or where you want an extra layer of protection around apiaries.

It is extremely well built and made to last a long time. The structure is rigid and durable for NZ conditions. The attractant is protected from rain dilution to give great results in all weather. The base is very easy to remove to refill with attractant without risk of any hornets escaping.

Key feature: bycatch release mechanisms

Unlike basic “bucket” style traps, this design is built around selectivity:

• Calibrated entry aimed at hornet-sized insects
• Dedicated escape routes so smaller insects can exit
• No-drowning design (bait is separated from insects) to reduce unnecessary mortality
  

Result: effective trapping, with less collateral damage to beneficial insects.

Click Here to view assembly video guide

How it works

1) Attract

• Transparent bait reservoir for quick checks and easy cleaning - 
• Dual-wick diffusion system to increase scent release
• Ventilation openings to help disperse attractant odour

Biosecurity NZ uses a mix of carbohydrate and protein trapping approaches in their response work. We recommend mixing Grape Juice and Brown Sugar 50/50 for Bait. This has been very successful in Georgia, USA.

Tip. When hornets die, they put out a pheromone that attracts more hornets. If you are in a hornet area, leave 2 or 3 dead hornets in the trap at all times, where possible. 

2) Capture

• Hornets tend to move toward light—this design encourages top-section movement
• A flexible one-way cone helps reduce escapes once inside

This “anti-return cone” concept and the broader attract–capture–select approach are well established in European hornet-trapping products and use

3) Select (in/out control)

• Entry sizing helps limit access by larger non-target insects. (Not important in NZ)
• Escape points help smaller insects get out
• Separated bait reduces drowning risk

Many modern selective traps use the same principles—calibrated entrances, escape routes, and anti-drowning features—to reduce impact on non-target insects.

Simple to use

• Hang it or place it on the ground
• Quick visual inspection of bait level
• Reusable, durable construction
• Works with liquid or solid baits

Compact and lightweight: approx. 18 × 13 × 13 cm, ~95 g.

Note: The product is packed as a kitset to save shipping costs. Some simple assembly is required. Instructions are included.

Crafted from premium 304 grade stainless steel, our queen isolation cage sets the new standard for durability and corrosion resistance in beekeeping equipment. 

Fits three full depth frames with either 33mm or 35mm end bars.

Applications:

1. Queen Breeding: Perfect for queen breeders to ensure optimal larvae age for grafting, facilitating superior queen production.
2. Varroa Control in Warmer Climates: Ideal for limiting brood production during winter months, effectively reducing varroa mite reproduction.
3. Increased Honey Production and Queen Management: The three-frame cage revolutionizes honey production. See the procedure below.

Benefits of using the 3-frame cage during the Honey Flow:

A. Eliminates the need for a queen excluder, resulting in increased honey yield.
B. Optimizes hive resources with less brood and more nurse bees available for honey gathering or ripening.
C. Significantly reduces mite reproduction with the decreased brood area.
D. Three good brood frames are enough to sustain the hive during a honey flow period of 8 to 10 weeks.
E. At the end of the honey flow, the 3 brood frames can be removed to make a nucleus colony with the old queen.
F. A queen cell or mated queen can be introduced to the production hive for requeening purposes.
G. The production hive can be vaporized with Oxalic Acid to kill virtually every varroa mite in the hive while there is no capped brood. Super cheap & efficient with InstantVap.
H. Start the Autumn (Fall) with zero varroa mites!
I. Alternatively, the 3 brood frames can be frozen to kill the varroa mites inside the cells then added to strong healthy colonies to clean up and re-use.

Specifications.

• 109mm inside width, 121mm outside width.
• 459mm long x 242mm high.
• The top cap is 484mm long.
• The air gap in the mesh is 4.3mm. Bees can take pollen through successfully.
• Has a clip-on cap which is held firmly down when the next box or hive mat is added above it.

Internal hive dimensions must be the Langstroth standard to ensure the cage fits properly and there are no gaps for the queen to escape.

Many beekeepers ensure their queens are marked so they are easy to find for caging when required. 

 One frame cage available here.

As we see more and more varroa resistance to the synthetic miticide strips, beekeepers are turning to organic acids for successful varroa control. There is no evidence worldwide of the mites getting resistant to them. The stainless steel cages are very resilient in an acid environment and will not oxidise and deteriorate like galvanised steel products.

It pays to get quality!