Taking proper care of your colony is part of being a good beekeeper. Beequip provides various tools and equipment that will maintain bee health. Get in touch.
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!
Queen Excluder Cage for 3 frames. Stainless steel.
760-1030
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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:
Queen Breeding: Perfect for queen breeders to ensure optimal larvae age for grafting, facilitating superior queen production.
Varroa Control in Warmer Climates: Ideal for limiting brood production during winter months, effectively reducing varroa mite reproduction.
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.
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!
Silicone Cap for InstantVap x 2
760-0036.2
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These slide over the nozzle & block any accidental vapor leakage e.g. during transport. Alternatively, cut off the end and use as a heavy duty sleeve on polyhives
InstantVap 12V Oxalic Acid Vaporizer A premium-quality vaporizer, expertly manufactured in Europe.
Launched at the end of 2021, the InstantVap has quickly become a favourite among beekeepers in America and Europe. Now, Beequip is proud to bring it to New Zealand as the country’s exclusive distributor!
This 12V model comes with a 4m lead and alligator clips for easy connection to any standard 12V battery—making Varroa treatment simple and efficient for all beekeepers.
For a quick overview on the InstantVap, 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:
Power: 12V; 240W; 20A
With a fully charged 80Ah deep cycle battery, ~300 hives can be treated with 2 grams of oxalic acid, one treatment takes approx. 20 seconds
Stainless steel acid-resistant frame and dispenser
Accurate, no-overrun dynamic solid-state relay PID temperature control; i.e. no overheating, no waiting for cool-down
Real-time temperature display, controlled temperature, temperature can be individually adjusted from 100-240℃, default temperature: 230℃, recommended temperature: 220-230℃
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 as there is no pipe bend. Easy to access and clean in case of a blockage, the entire length of the tube is accessible
Requires a 7mm diameter hole in the hive wall. See the video above for a range of options for location of the application.
There should be a minimum of 100mm free space in front of the nozzle otherwise some of the Oxalic will crystalize on the surface and be wasted.
Stable in the hive hole, does not fall out or tilt sideways, can support its own weight (do not lean on it!)
Voltage indicator to protect the battery. Periodic monitoring of the voltage indicator is necessary, because the battery must not be over discharged! The exact voltage value which the battery can be discharged to, is specified by the battery manufacturer. Please check the instructions for your battery.
Can be used with a car starter battery for up to 100-150 hives
Insulated furnace, works well in cold, windy weather.
Soak Tub 27L - Bare Unit
751-0007
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Bare tub for sitting the soaker rack in and draining.
We recommend putting a drain grate in the tub to sit the crate on.
Standard Oxalic Acid & Glycerine REFILL Package
751-0011
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$1,500.00
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Got the Standard package but running low on supplies? This refill pack will keep you going. The standard refill pack isn't enough? Try our Plus Refill Package here.
Effective cost per strip is only 22 cents +GST total!
This package includes the following: - 5120 x Beequip strips 75kg x Glycerine 50kg x Oxalic acid
Unfortunately this package may exceed the website shipping capacity - in this case simply request a quote from the cart page after adding it to your cart.
InstantVap Turbo & 60Ah Battery Package Deal
760-0153-Ma
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Special Package Deal: InstantVap Turbo + 60Ah Battery Pack
Get the complete commercial oxalic acid vaporisation setup in one specially priced package.
FREE 2kg of acid included.
This package combines the speed of the InstantVap Turbo with the long-lasting, consistent power
of the 18V 60Ah Battery Pack.
Quick Summary
Fast Turbo treatments Delivers a 2g dose in approximately 13 seconds.
60Ah power pack Designed to provide steady, consistent power for much longer.
Package value Includes the main setup components plus FREE 2kg of oxalic acid.
Your selected cable option for DeWalt, Milwaukee, Makita or AEG
FREE 2kg of oxalic acid
This special package gives you everything needed to get your commercial vaporisation setup underway,
while saving compared with purchasing the main components separately.
Fast Treatments with Consistent All-Day Power
The InstantVap Turbo is the fastest and most powerful InstantVap yet,
delivering a 2g dose in approximately 13 seconds.
Commercial beekeepers using the Turbo report that it is around twice as fast as previous
InstantVap models.
A fast vaporiser needs a power source that can keep up. That is why the Turbo has been paired
with the high-capacity 18V 60Ah Battery Pack.
Its 60Ah capacity is roughly equivalent to carrying
four to five large 12–14Ah power-tool batteries.
Why the 60Ah Battery Pack Matters
As an individual power-tool battery begins to run flat, the Turbo can take longer to recover between doses.
Across hundreds or thousands of hives, even a small increase in treatment time can add significantly to the
beekeeper’s total labour cost.
When multiple individual batteries are used, this performance drop-off happens repeatedly — once near the end
of every battery. With the 60Ah Battery Pack, you receive steady, consistent power for much longer, with the
drop-off occurring only once when the large pack finally reaches the end of its charge.
This means fewer interruptions, fewer battery changes and more time spent treating hives.
Designed Around Commercial Beekeeping
For commercial operators, efficiency is about more than the speed of a single dose. It is about how quickly
the team can move through an entire apiary without unnecessary stops, equipment changes or waiting for batteries.
Teams using two Turbos will often place the Battery Pack on the ground rather than wearing the harness.
One Turbo can be positioned beside one pallet and the second beside the next pallet. The operator can then
move between the pallets and work efficiently around the four hives.
If one beekeeper wants to carry and use two separate Turbo setups, a second Battery Pack can be purchased.
Both packs can be placed in a suitable heavy-duty backpack, providing a practical mobile twin-Turbo arrangement.
A Battery Pack for More Than the InstantVap
The 60Ah Battery Pack is available with connections for DeWalt, Milwaukee, Makita and AEG power tools.
This makes it a versatile power source for other compatible cordless equipment used around the apiary, workshop or farm.
Potential beekeeping applications include:
Bee blowers when clearing bees from honey supers
Weed eaters and line trimmers around apiary sites
Drills and impact drivers for assembling or repairing hive boxes
Nail guns for hiveware production and field repairs
Saws, grinders, lights and other compatible cordless tools
Appropriate respiratory and eye protection must be worn when vaporising oxalic acid. Respiratory masks are not
included in this package and should be purchased separately if required.
Combine rapid Turbo treatment times with long-lasting, consistent 60Ah power and receive
2kg of oxalic acid FREE.
A complete, specially priced vaporisation package developed for beekeepers who need to treat more hives
in less time.
Actual operating time will vary depending on dose size, workload, tool power draw and operating conditions.
Always follow the oxalic acid product instructions and use appropriate personal protective equipment.
12 Volt Battery - 18Ah
780-0071
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Sealed Battery
Not for Commercial Vaporizing - Commercial Vaporizer available here
The 18ah will do 20-30 2min sessions before needing a recharge.
Click Hereto buy a Battery Charger for these batteries.
18v 60Ah Battery Pack
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60Ah High-Capacity Battery Pack
Built for commercial beekeepers, contractors and anyone who relies heavily on cordless equipment, this 60Ah Battery Pack delivers long-lasting, consistent power without the inconvenience of continually stopping to change or recharge individual power-tool batteries. Perfect for the InstantVap Turbo
It is available with cable options for DeWalt, Milwaukee, Makita and AEG, making it a practical portable power solution for the tools you already use.
Quick summary
Capacity60Ah high-capacity Battery Pack
Cable optionsDeWalt, Milwaukee, Makita or AEG
Supplied withCarrying harness, overnight charger and portable handle
Use caseCommercial InstantVap Turbo use and compatible cordless equipment
DeWaltMilwaukeeMakitaAEG
InstantVap Turbo + 60Ah Battery Package
A package option is available for customers who want the InstantVap Turbo and the 60Ah Battery Pack together.
Watch Nic’s feedback on using the 60Ah Battery Pack and InstantVap Turbo in a commercial beekeeping operation.
More consistent power means lower labour costs
One of the biggest advantages for InstantVap Turbo users is the reduction in performance drop-off. As an individual power-tool battery begins to run flat, the Turbo’s heat-recovery and dosing time can gradually increase.
That may only add a small amount of time to each hive, but across hundreds or thousands of hives, those extra seconds quickly become a meaningful labour cost.
When several individual batteries are used throughout the day, this slowing-down period happens repeatedly — once near the end of every battery. With the 60Ah Battery Pack, you receive steady, consistent power for much longer, with the drop-off occurring only once when the large battery finally reaches the end of its charge.
The 60Ah capacity is roughly equivalent to carrying 12–14 6Ah power-tool batteries, depending on the battery being compared. Instead of stopping throughout the day to swap batteries, the operator can keep moving efficiently through the hives.
Designed for commercial InstantVap Turbo use
The 60Ah Battery Pack is an excellent match for the InstantVap Turbo, helping commercial operators take full advantage of its fast dosing capability throughout the working day.
It provides a steady power source without tying the operator to a vehicle, generator or mains power supply.
Commercial teams using two Turbos will often place the Battery Pack on the ground rather than wearing the harness.
One Turbo can be positioned beside one pallet and the second beside the next pallet. The beekeeper can then move between the two pallets and work efficiently around the four hives without continually carrying or repositioning the equipment.
For an operator wanting to carry and run two separate Turbo setups, a second Battery Pack can be purchased. Both packs can be placed inside a suitable heavy-duty backpack sourced from a general outdoor or equipment store, creating a practical twin-Turbo mobile setup.
Not just for beekeeping treatments
This is much more than a dedicated InstantVap battery. With connection options for four of the most widely used cordless tool systems, it can become a practical all-day power source for a wide range of equipment used in an apiary, workshop, orchard, farm or contracting business.
Commercial beekeepers may also use it to power compatible cordless tools such as:
Bee blowers when removing bees from honey supers
Weed eaters and line trimmers for clearing vegetation around apiaries
Impact drivers and drills for assembling and repairing hive boxes
Nail guns for hiveware production and field repairs
Saws, grinders, lights and other cordless equipment used throughout the working day
The potential uses are extensive. For anyone regularly working through multiple power-tool batteries, the 60Ah Battery Pack can reduce battery changes, simplify charging and help keep tools operating consistently for longer.
What’s included
60Ah high-capacity Battery Pack
Ergonomic carrying harness
Overnight charger
Your selected cable connection for DeWalt, Milwaukee, Makita or AEG
Portable handle for carrying or positioning the pack on the ground
Respiratory protection links
When viewing InstantVap and oxalic acid treatment equipment, customers can also go directly to Beequip respiratory mask options:
Actual operating time will vary depending on the tool, workload, power draw and operating conditions. Please select the correct cable option for your equipment when ordering.
Spend less time changing batteries and more time getting the job done. The 60Ah Battery Pack is a versatile, high-capacity power solution for commercial beekeeping, demanding cordless-tool work and long days in the field.
Delivery Hose with Nozzle - 20mm
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$320.00
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High quality 20mm hose that gives you extra reach from you tank.
This hose is one which copes with the rigorous beekeeping work and has been tested thoroughly by our own beekeepers
Great addition or replacement for your sugar tank.
These high quality hose reels are an excellent way for getting your syrup from the tank to the beehive while keeping everything in a tidy orderly fashion. We know that these are put under great pressure when used by beekeeping staff therefore we didn't stop until we found ones of exceptional quality.
On each rotation, the reel has a click position where it can lock to prevent rewinding back. To release, pull hose out a small amount to release, then retract the hose on the reel.
Specifications:
Auto Retract Hose Reel with 20 metres of 20mm delivery hose and a dispenser nozzle fitted. Has a 25mm inlet fitting.
Due to the weight of sugar syrup, we recommend that the reel is mounted on a flat surface like as shown in the photo. Not mounted on a vertical surface.
Plus Oxalic Acid & Glycerine REFILL Package
751-0012
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$4,500.00
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This package has been especially set up for beekeepers who have bought the Plus package in the past or who want to save money and buy bulk.
This package includes the following: -
16000 x Beequip strips 250kg x Glycerine 175kg x Oxalic acid
Unfortunately this package may exceed the website shipping capacity - in this case simply request a quote from the cart page after adding it to your cart.
Honda Pump for Sugar Feeding
920-0051
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$970.00
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Genuine 50mm Honda Petrol pump ready to hook straight up to your sugar tank or whatever you plan to pump.
Comes with a silicone carbide seal which is perfect for pumping sugar.
Produces a total of 4.8 horsepower - plenty of power for those cold mornings when the syrup is thick.
Features:
Cast iron impeller & volute
500L/min, maximum flow rate (water)
28m head, maximum pressure (water)
Self priming. (Just fill cavity with water and it will suck from there.)
Low oil cut out system.
3.5 litre fuel tank.
Options are:
- With a Heavy duty roll frame option.
- Without a Frame
Delivery Hose
920-0907
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$250.00
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High quality hose that gives you extra reach from you tank.
This hose is one which copes with the rigorous beekeeping work and has been tested thoroughly by our own beekeepers
Great addition or replacement for your sugar tank.
Please note: Lead times on these can be up to 2 weeks. Feel free to contact us directly if you wish to get an more exact time
Heavy Duty Hose Reels
920-0902
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$1,980.00
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These high quality hose reels are an excellent way for getting your syrup from the tank to the beehive while keeping everything in a tidy orderly fashion. We know that these are put under great pressure when used by beekeeping staff therefore we didn't stop until we found ones of exceptional quality.
There are two options:
Auto Retract Hose Reel with 15 metres of 25mm delivery hose and a dispenser nozzle fitted. Has a 25mm inlet fitting. Can be mounted with bracket and dispensing guide at various angles.
Manual Hose Reel with 16 metres of 25mm delivery hose, dispenser nozzle, swivel and short connector hose fitted. Made in NZ from solid steel - built to last! The reels come fitted with a positive interlock mechanism to prevent the reel from unrolling when not in use.
Please note: These are usual stock items but during periods of high demand, lead times can be up to 5 weeks. Feel free to contact us directly if you wish to get an more exact time.
Mega Oxalic Acid & Glycerine REFILL Package
751-0015
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$18,000.00
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This package has been specially set up for beekeepers who have bought the Plus package in the past or who wish to save money and buy bulk.
This package includes the following: -
80000 x Beequip strips 1250kg x Glycerine 850kg x Oxalic acid
Unfortunately this package may exceed the website shipping capacity - in this case simply request a quote from the cart page after adding it to your cart.
Plus Oxalic Acid & Glycerine Package
751-0002
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$4,500.00
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Keen to set yourself up with everything to make oxalic acid and glycerine strips? Our plus package includes all the tools and ingredients to make it work.
These packages are set up to suit with the applicator being the Beequip strip. You can learn more about these strips here.
Refill Pack to suit this bundle is also available.
This package includes the following: - 16000 x Beequip strips 250kg x Glycerine 175kg x Oxalic acid 4 x Soak tubs 2 x 27 litre Bare tub 1 x Mixing guide
Unfortunately this package may exceed the website shipping capacity - in this case simply request a quote from the cart page after adding it to your cart.
Standard Oxalic Acid & Glycerine Package
751-0001
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$1,750.00
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Keen to set yourself up with everything to make oxalic acid and glycerine strips? Our standard package includes all the tools and ingredients to make it work.
These packages are set up to suit with the applicator being the Beequip strip. You can learn more about these strips here.
Unfortunately this package may exceed the website shipping capacity - in this case simply request a quote from the cart page after adding it to your cart.
Additional Tank - To Suit Honda Tank Package
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$2,000.00
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This is an additional 500 litre tank that can be connected to the back of any Honda Tank Packages, effectively giving you double capacity using minimal deck space on your truck. This of course comes with all the great following features:
Tank Dimensions: 1700mm wide, 1150mm high with lid, 400mm deep. The filler cap has a breather valve and is bee proof. Comes with palletized system ready to connect to another palletized Honda package. The tanks stack together and can be interconnected. The tank has three surge baffles and is very stable on uneven ground when ¾ full.
This includes a pair of larger steel straps (3mm thick) to secure both tanks to the base frame.
Mixer Jets are not fitted in the tank, as standard, but can be if desired. Most beekeepers use the primary tank for mixing then transfer the contents to the second tank without the mixer jets.
Allow 1 - 5 weeks lead time. Call us if you are urgent.
Beequip 500 Tank with Honda Pump
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500 Litre Slimline Tank with Honda Pump
These new 500 litre Slimline Tanks are a must-have for any beekeeper doing sugar syrup feeding.
The slimline design takes little space on the ute while still being convenient and useful.
Easy to add extra tanks for another 500 litres capacity. By simply adjusting valves, these tanks
can be used in parallel supply or with separate supplies to pump and hose.
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Key Features
Palletised System
New palletised system with a metal frame to hold the tanks in place, protect the motor and
mount the hose reel securely.
Honda Petrol Pump
50mm Honda petrol pump with silicone carbide seal. 4.8hp.
Tank Design
Level indicator tube.
Filler cap has a breather valve and is bee proof.
Tanks stack together and can be interconnected.
Stability & Mixing
The tank has three surge baffles and is very stable on uneven ground when ¾ full.
Special mixing jets are fitted inside the primary tank to allow you to mix your own syrup or mix feed additives.
Available Options
Without a delivery hose
With a 16 metre, 25mm diameter hose and manual hose reel
With a 15 metre, 25mm diameter hose and auto retract hose reel
Technical Details
Tank dimensions
1700mm wide x 1150mm high with lid x 400mm deep
With petrol pump connections
1845mm wide
Overall width including Honda pump frame
1850mm wide
Overall dimensions mounted on steel frame
1850 x 955 x 1240mm high, with 50mm base runners. This includes 3 beehive space on the frame.
Optional deck space panel
For a small cost, an 18mm treated plywood panel can be fitted to the deck space on the frame if desired.
Panel size: 1220mm x 550mm. Code: 920-0330.
Important Notes
Lead time: Allow 1–5 weeks lead time. Call us if you are urgent.
Freight quote: After adding this product to your cart, click request a quote
rather than checkout, as freight will need to be quoted separately.
Beequip Slimline Tank 500
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$1,000.00
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These new 500 litre Slimline Tanks are a "must-have" for any beekeeper doing a sugar feeding. Its features make it incredibly convenient and very useful without getting in the way. These features include:
Tank Dimensions: 1700mm wide, 1150mm high with lid, 400mm deep. The filler cap has a breather valve and is bee proof. The tanks stack together and can be interconnected. The tank has three surge baffles and is very stable on uneven ground when ¾ full.
3 Options Available for the bare tank are:
Bare tank with 4 threaded outlets
Bare tank with 4 threaded outlets and level indicator tube
Bare tank with 4 threaded outlets and level indicator tube and 25mm ball valve fitted for gravity feeding.
Allow 1 - 3 weeks lead time. Call us if you are urgent.
