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Transparent Heart-shape Honey Box with plastic foundation base and printed lid for Comb Honey.

Dimensions: 112mm x 108mm x 23mm high

Honey capacity approx. 100g.

A beeswax coating is required on the hexagonal embossed base.

16 of these fit into a special full depth frame. Click here to order.

Caution! Do not use these frames in areas where the bees could collect poisonous Tutin during the months of January to May. For more info, click on the links below.

Tutu plant info

Tutin regulations

You can buy Raw Beeswax here to coat them.

Introducing the Hambly Queen Dial - the ultimate tool for beekeepers, from beginners to experts. Whether you're just starting out or planning queen rearing, this device is a must-have.

With its comprehensive charts, the Queen Dial helps you track important hive information. Easily identify how long your hive has been without a queen or know when to expect the queen to start laying. Even unexpected cells can be managed confidently with the guidance provided.

Originally designed by Deborah for her queen rearing classes, the Queen Dial is suitable for both professional and hobbyist beekeepers. It offers valuable assistance, even if queen rearing is not your primary focus.

No more guesswork about the queen's absence! Simply write your dates and details directly onto the card and wipe the data when you need to reuse it.

This enhanced version of the Queen Dial includes additional diagrams and photos for a more comprehensive beekeeping experience. Explore detailed visuals of drones, workers, and queens, as well as varroa mites on bees, larvae, and capped cells. Discover the lifespan development and adult life cycle of each bee caste, differentiate between swarm cells and supercedure cells, and analyze laying worker versus new queen laying patterns. You'll also find an international queen color chart, highlighted queen cells at various developmental stages, and essential information on the care, caution, and weather required for successful mating.

Upgrade your beekeeping skills and gain invaluable insights with the Hambly Queen Dial.

Designed to be worn with overalls or a shirt that has a collar and no button opening front.

An elastic strap goes under each arm and across the chest and back.

Quick and easy to fit.

Includes a chin strap so that the wind doesn't blow it off your head while working.

Folds flat for easy storage.

One size will fit most people.

Commonly used by many beekeepers to preserve the untreated timber used in beehives. A hot wax dipper is required.

Melting point 60 degrees.

25kg cartons. 40 cartons per pallet.

Please note Beehive Floor and Full Depth Brood box are not included in the purchase.

This has got to be one of the best designed pollen traps available!

It consists of four interconnecting parts.The base, the active plate, the upper protective cover to prevent contamination from the frames above, and the two trays responsible for holding the collected pollen and keeping it dry.

The active plate and protective cover can be removed at any time by sliding them outwards to free the entrance until the next scheduled collection. NB. In the photo, the full depth brood box and the floor (bottom) are shown for illustration purposes only and are not part of the kit.

Mouse proof! Avoid the embarrassment and health hazards of unwanted droppings in your pollen as can happen on some traps.

Rain proof! Even after a lot of wet weather, the pollen trays stay dry.

Incorporates a drone side entrance with a secure sliding door.

Two trays will hold up to 400 grams of pollen.

This trap is designed to fit the Technosetbee floor but a standard wooden floor can be modified to suit if required.

Check out VIDEO HERE

Manufactured from high quality food grade polypropylene. Weight: 2.2 Kg

10 year warranty.

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

The importance of fresh and unpolluted water near beehives has been widely misunderstood or underestimated by many beekeepers.

Under normal conditions a productive sized colony (around 60,000 bees) needs nearly 2 litres of water every day for cooling, feeding, diluting and maintaining the right level of humidity inside the hive for healthy larvae growth.

It takes around a thousand bees to participate and carry this load. By obtaining clean water nearby, the colonies use up less precious resources from the bee hive. 

Puddles in orchards and farm crops often contain spray residues and are frequented by bees if there are no alternatives. Secure your apiary hygiene and supply them clean and unpolluted water! 

In NZ, an adapter and quick connector is included to suit the common garden tap fittings. If a water supply tank is required, we recommend a tap is fitted to suit the standard quick connector. These taps are available from most department stores like Bunnings.

Features: 

• Food-Grade Polypropylene (PP) Twin-walled construction
• Adjustable water level
• Replaceable ball cock valve
• Floating PVC landing board that prevents bees from drowning
• Connects with the local fresh water supply system or a water tank.
• 10 Litre capacity
• 5-year Warranty
• Dimensions: 495mm long x 390mm wide x 205mm high

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

This wooden 5 frame hive is so handy and practical.

With its vast variety of uses, you will find them in most beekeepers yards!

Whether it is for queen rearing or splits or transport, the 5 frame nuc is definitely popular.

The Base and box is quality Alliance Woodware. It takes 5 standard full depth frames.

The Hive mat has a durable Russian Pine Rim and Oil Tempered hardboard centre.

The Galvanised lid is made in NZ from high quality steel.

The 2 base runners are 75mm x 50mm section and are H4 treated for ground contact.

Choose from Untreated or Dipped and Kitset or Assembled(with 50mm Galv Staples)

Box Dimensions:

Internal - 465 x 185mm.

External - 510 x 225mm

Full depth wooden queen cell frame with slots to suit aluminium cell bars.

Fits two bars at the perfect height to fit roller queen cages over the cell cups if necessary. 

Bare wooden frame only.

Soak Tub for Oxalic Acid & Glycerine with clip on lid.
27 litre capacity with rack for efficient soaking.
The stainless steel rack has capacity to soak 516 strips.

NZ Made.

Check out our packages here, with everything you need to get started including these....

After the strips have been soaked, it is easy to lift out the rack full of strips and place in another 27 litre tub with drainer grate (751-0006)

After draining for 3 to 4 days, the rack can be added to a dry 27 litre tub, lid clicked on and taken away for inserting into beehives.

Very quick and efficient to use.

Click here to view our mixing guide for oxalic acid and glycerine

Made from the same material as our Very Popular Foam Mesh Ventilated Bee suits.
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 our Foam Mesh Material. Ventilated material yet durable and 2 way stretch which is added comfortability.
• 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 pockets 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. S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL, 6XL, 7XL, 8XL

The complete beehive; just needing some bees!

This package includes the following:-

- Technosetbee Anti-Varroa Vented Floor

- Reversible Entry Guards

- 2 x Full Depth Brood Boxes. Colours will vary according to stock availability. See image with colour options

- 20 x Full Depth Plastic Wax Coated Frames

- Technosetbee 7lt Feeder.

- Vented Roof

- 3 x Latch Kits

Click here for Box Colours

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

Fits one full depth frame 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. Winter use in warmer climates: Ideal for limiting brood production during winter months, effectively reducing varroa mite reproduction. Reduces the colonies food requirements due to less brood.
3. Swarm control in Spring: The speed of colony growth can be controlled with the use of the cage at specific times to enable the colony to reach peak hive numbers at the start of the honey flow without swarming first.
4. Varroa Control: See the procedure below:-

A. Introduce a clean empty brood frame to the cage.
B. Find the queen and enclose in the cage.
C. Position the cage into the middle of the brood nest.
D. A good queen will lay in virtually every cell within 2 days.
E. After 26-28 days, there will be virtually no capped brood and all mites will be exposed to treatment. Can be 23 – 25 days if there is no drone brood.
F. Vaporize with Oxalic Acid for virtually complete mite elimination.
G. Whenever desired, the frame of brood with queen can be removed from cage and added back to brood nest.
H. The cage can be removed from the hive or left at the side of the brood box with a food frame enclosed until needed.

Specifications.

• 40mm inside width, 48mm 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. The labour cost for this procedure is negligible when compared to the cost of resurrecting colonies killed by varroa mites!

Three-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!

Experience the satisfaction of extracting your own honey with this high-quality 4 Frame Manual Honey Extractor! Made from durable 304 grade stainless steel, this extractor features a metal gear drive for long lasting use and clear plastic top covers. With the ability to fit 3/4 depth frames and full depth frames, it also has a convexed base that naturally directs honey to the outer edge of the drum. Plus, with a distance of 290mm from the honey gate to the floor when legs are fitted, this extractor offers convenience and efficiency. Assembled dimensions are approximately 700Wx500Lx1000H. Get yours at a great value today!

Manual four frame Stainless Steel Honey Extractor

304 grade stainless steel drum.

With clear plastic top covers and metal gear drive for long life.

Fits 3/4 depth frames and full depth frames.

The distance from honey gate to floor when the legs are fitted is 290mm.

The base of the extraction drum is convexed so the honey naturally flows to the outer edge of the drum.

Approx dim when assembled: 700Wx500Lx1000H

General guide to honey extraction.

1. View video here. 
2. Ensure honey in the frames is warm enough. Straight off the hive is usually okay if the weather is not too cold and the bees have been brushed or blown off the frames. Otherwise, leave in a small warm room at around 28 degrees C for 48 hours.
3. Clean equipment before use.
4. Uncap frames as shown in video.
5. Use frames of similar weight on opposite sides to reduce vibrations.
6. Run extractor at about half speed to get half the honey out of the first side. If the frames have wax foundation and you go too fast, the weight of the honey on opposite side will damage the comb.
7. Turn frames around and spin honey from other side. Depending on honey type and temperature, one pass may be enough on second side or it may need to be done with 2 passes. 2^nd pass can be faster than the first.
8. Shift frames back to first side and extract remaining honey with a slightly faster speed.
9. Let the honey flow out of the extractor through a stainless steel double strainer and into food grade honey pails with honey gates at the bottom.
10. Leave the honey pail in warm place for 2 days to allow any wax residues and air bubbles to go to the top.
11. Then you can decant beautiful pure honey out of the honey gate at the bottom into polyjars, or similar.
12. The wax cappings can be left to drain over a grid like a stainless steel queen excluder. (Leave in a warm place to allow maximum honey to drain from the wax.)
13. The drained honey can be poured through a honey strainer. (Repeat steps 9 – 11.)

Trousers are very comfortable and convenient when wearing the Bee Jackets.

• Made from top quality 260 gsm Polycotton. Very tough but not too heavy and hot.
• Made with generous sizing.
• Elastic Waist.
• Large range of sizes available. XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL, 

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.

1. Unlock the Wasp Dome Trap, pour in 250ml of NoPests® Wasp Lure.
2. Lock Wasp Dome Trap lid to the closed position.
3. Locate trap in direct sunlight in areas where wasps frequent, using hanging cord provided.
4. Inspect the dome trap regularly and remove dead insects.
5. Replace lure monthly, or when levels drop due to evaporation.
6. 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.

These gusseted Cellophane bags are our Eco friendly solution for packaging the Wooden Sections. Pair well with our cardboard cartons to suit.

They can be sealed then heated to shrink down to a tidy package.

They Measure 19 micron thick and 110x55x265mm

Pack of 50 Bags

Very similar to our standard 4 frame extractor, yet motorized. This extractor makes the job easier and less tiring.

A simple speed controller gives you accurate control on the extraction and keeps it consistent.

The machine is made from 304 grade stainless steel and has clear lids.

Approx dim when assembled: 600Wx600Lx1240H

The distance from honey gate to floor when the legs are fitted is 430mm.

240v Motor with NZ Plug

General guide to honey extraction:

1. View video here. 
2. Ensure honey in the frames is warm enough. Straight off the hive is usually okay if the weather is not too cold and the bees have been brushed or blown off the frames. Otherwise, leave in a small warm room at around 28 degrees C for 48 hours.
3. Clean equipment before use.
4. Uncap frames as shown in video.
5. Use frames of similar weight on opposite sides to reduce vibrations.
6. Run extractor at about half speed to get half the honey out of the first side. If the frames have wax foundation and you go too fast, the weight of the honey on opposite side will damage the comb.
7. Turn frames around and spin honey from other side. Depending on honey type and temperature, one pass may be enough on second side or it may need to be done with 2 passes. 2^nd pass can be faster than the first.
8. Shift frames back to first side and extract remaining honey with a slightly faster speed.
9. Let the honey flow out of the extractor through a stainless steel double strainer and into food grade honey pails with honey gates at the bottom.
10. Leave the honey pail in warm place for 2 days to allow any wax residues and air bubbles to go to the top.
11. Then you can decant beautiful pure honey out of the honey gate at the bottom into polyjars, or similar.
12. The wax cappings can be left to drain over a grid like a stainless steel queen excluder. (Leave in a warm place to allow maximum honey to drain from the wax.)
13. The drained honey can be poured through a honey strainer. (Repeat steps 9 – 11.)

Thin super comb honey foundation cut to suit Square Wooden sections.

100W x 105H

Electric uncapping knife.

Blade length is 250mm to the tip.

Needs a 12 volt battery to power it - Perfect for those off grid!

Draws 5 amp current. Cable has alligator clips.

Nassenheider Professional Evaporator - Advanced Varroa Control

Please order in multiples of 2 units. That is is how they are packaged at the factory, with 46 evaporators packed per carton. Please note: the evaporator is sold without 65% Formic Acid. Click here for Formic Acid.

Take control of varroa mites effortlessly with the Nassenheider Professional Evaporator. This long-term evaporation system is designed for safe and effective varroa treatment in beehives. Perfect for autumn (and Spring) varroa control, it utilizes a 65% formic acid (FA) solution for consistent evaporation over a 20 day period when using the No.2 wick. Beehives with high infestations can be brought under control in a relatively short space of time. In areas with high re-infestation issues, it is recommended to do 2 treatments. For treatments in summer or during a honey flow, we recommend using Oxalic Acid Extended-release (OAE) strips.

Key Benefits:

• Cost-Effective Varroa Control – A reliable, long-term solution that reduces expenses.
• Healthier Bees – Clients report reduced symptoms of chalkbrood and nosema after a 20-day FA treatment.
• Boosted Honey Yields – Stronger colonies mean better honey production.
• No resistance – Nowhere in the world have varroa mites grown resistance to these natural products - Formic Acid, Oxalic Acid or Thymol.
• Proven over many years – Europe have been treating mites with natural products for over 40 years.
• No residues – Formic Acid and Oxalic Acid leave zero residues in the comb.
• Less Sugar Feeding – Healthier bees naturally gather more food during the off-season.
• Simplified Safety – Easy-to-follow procedures minimize risks when handling formic acid. 65% FA is safer to handle than common off-the-shelf 84% FA.

Product Features:

• Complete Kit: Includes the evaporator, 250ml bottle, and three wick sizes for adjustable evaporation rates.
• No. 1 Wick: Very slow evaporation and suggested for use in Nucleus colonies.
• No. 2 Wick: Ideal for single brood box colonies, evaporating 250ml of FA in approximately 18 days. If filling the bottle to the top = 290ml and will last approx 20 days. 14ml/day.
• No. 3 Wick: Recommended for double brood box colonies. One of our tests in Jan 2025 showed 250ml evaporation in 7 days. 36ml/day.
• Versatile Design: The evaporator requires a 75mm spacer rim located directly above the brood box. 90mm top feeder rims or empty Supers can also be used. 

Need a rim? Click Here. 
Want mesh on the bottom of the rim? Shop Here

Evaporation rates:

With 65% Formic Acid, it is recommended to evaporate between 9 and 22 mill per day per full depth brood box. 22 mill per day in one brood box is at a level where it is thought to disrupt the mites under the cell cap. But that high level of exposure is not necessary for good mite control. 14 mill per day will kill virtually all the phoretic mites. (Mites on bees) Drone cells are capped for 14 days so as long as there is an application killing virtually all phoretic mites for a continuous 15 day period then good varroa control can be accomplished.

Safety.

Formic Acid liquid, and the gas from the liquid, can damage skin and eye tissue. It is very important that suitable protective clothing is worn. It is especially important when filling bottles from the bulk supply containers. A respirator mask with face protection, nitrile gloves, PVC apron and overalls should all be worn. Replacing empty bottles with full bottles in the field requires nitrile gloves as a minimum. Stand upwind when doing this procedure.

Field-Tested Results:

In a Featherston field trial, where autumn varroa control was historically challenging, the Nassenheider Evaporator delivered outstanding results, significantly reducing mite levels and improving colony health. Read the full blog HERE.

Usage Tips:

• Assemble evaporator parts with desired wick size.
• Spread the fleece cloth in the tray and secure it with the clips provided. Double up the cloth at one end so the post for the bottle clamp is not covered.
• Fit the bottle holder onto the post.
• In an outdoor location and with suitable protective clothing, fill the bottle with 250mls of FA and secure the lid for safe transportation.
• At the apiary site, place the tray on top of the brood nest.
• Remove lid from bottle and screw on the evaporator while the bottle is vertical.
• Check the screw connection for tightness to ensure safe operation.
• Place bottle with evaporator into the bottle holder. See video for more info.
• Fit a 75mm rim to surround the evaporator. Fit hive mat and lid. 
• For creative beekeepers: Cut old full-depth boxes into three rims and paraffin-dip them for sterilization.
• Top Tip:- Extra bottles can be purchased separately here. Fill hundreds of bottles in a safe manner & location then fit them to the evaporators out in the field as required. The beekeeper is then exposed to very little FA and only needs to wear protective gloves. Very similar to handling Formic Pro pads.
• NB. If your beehive has a vented base, it is recommended to block the vents and leave the front entrance fully open for best results.

For more info and FAQ: Click here.

Why Choose Nassenheider?

Engineered for performance and safety, the Nassenheider Professional Evaporator is trusted by beekeepers to protect their hives effectively. With 46 units per carton, stock up for your apiary or share with fellow beekeepers. Order in multiples of 46 for the best value!

Use with 65% Formic Acid: Available here.

Frame feeder with ladder grip walls. 6 litre, 231mm high x 80mm wide.

Volume discounts available. Please tell us what quantity you require and the freight address and we can give you our best quote. Click here to contact us now.

Brass Eyelets - 35g bag (approx 500)

These are made to sit in the holes of wooden end bars where the wire is threaded in to stop the wire cutting into the wood.

Technosetbee's top feeders are praised by beekeepers all around the world for their superior design and robustness.

It fits neatly inside the Technosetbee roof and takes no extra space. A lot of beekeepers around the world leave this top feeder on the beehive all year round. It doubles up as a hive mat and allows damp air to exit up through the vents and out the roof vents.

The bees have a 7mm passage under the white vent covers at each end of the feeder (as shown in the photo below) to take the syrup without drowning.

To refill the feeder, simply lift the roof and top up without any disturbance to the bees. Alternatively, a feeder valve can be fitted to the roof to avoid even lifting the roof.

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

Manufactured from high quality food grade polypropylene. 

Colour may vary to pictures.

5m roll of galv strapping for the Emlock Beehive Straps.

You can now replace your old worn out straps with this heavy duty strap. It is 25% thicker than the strap used on many other Emlocks sold in NZ.

Dimensions: 16mm wide x 0.5mm thick x 5 metres long. Weight: 289g.

Volume discounts available. Please tell us what quantity you require and the freight address and we can give you our best quote. Click here to contact us now.

64 rolls per carton.

65% Formic Acid – Ready for Nassenheider Evaporators

Important! Formic Acid can't be shipped to Rural Addresses. See shipping details at the bottom of this page or contact us to discuss your options. Shipping will take a few extra days. Temporary Shipping Delay: we are currently experiencing delays in the shipping time of formic acid, which may take 2 to 3 weeks for delivery. We are actively working to resolve this issue and appreciate your patience. Thank you for your understanding!

Reliable and effective varroa mite control – 65% Formic Acid is a trusted treatment used in beekeeping to combat varroa mites. Specially prepared for use with the Nassenheider Professional Evaporator, this solution delivers consistent vaporization over 20 days, ensuring healthier, stronger colonies.

Why Use 65% Formic Acid?

• Effective Varroa Control – Targets mites in capped and uncapped brood.
• Proven Beekeeping Treatment – Used worldwide to support colony health.
• Long-Term Vaporization – Works over 20 days when used with the Nassenheider Evaporator.
• Ready to Use – No mixing required, ensuring ease of use and safety.

Available Sizes:

• 1.15kg Bottle – Ideal for small-scale or hobbyist beekeepers.
• 23kg Drum – Perfect for commercial beekeepers or bulk users.

Application:

Simply fill your Nassenheider Evaporator with the appropriate amount of 65% Formic Acid and allow it to evaporate gradually over 20 days for optimal varroa control. Always handle with care and follow safety guidelines.

Important Safety Information:

• Use protective gloves and safety glasses when handling.
• Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight.
• Keep out of reach of children and pets.

Shipping Information:

Formic Acid is classified as a Dangerous Good (DG), which means special shipping conditions apply. The shipping cost varies depending on the quantity purchased, but bulk orders offer better value.

1.15kg Bottles:

• Ships via courier to urban addresses only (no rural delivery available).
• Up to **6 bottles** can be shipped in one parcel for the same shipping cost.

23kg Jerry Cans:

• Must be shipped via truck to urban business addresses only.
• Shipping is high for just one unit, but the cost stays the same for up to 4 jerry cans in the same shipment and then it increases with more than 4

Getting the Shipping Rate:

After adding items to your cart, proceed to checkout to view the estimated shipping cost. If the freight charge appears excessive, return to your cart and submit a quote request for a more accurate shipping rate. 

Need assistance? Contact us for help with bulk shipping options.

One of the Best Quality Hive tools available.

Made in Europe from Tempered High Carbon steel.

This means that under very high load it will simply flex not bend or snap like the common hive tool.

Maxant or J-Tool Type - 270mm High