Top Quality Hive Mat assembled in NZ — now available with V-Gate.
This NZ-assembled hive mat is built with a 21mm thick wooden rim and durable 4mm plywood centre board. Choose the standard version, or upgrade to the new V-Gate vapour port for easier, cleaner and more consistent oxalic acid vaporization.
The V-Gate is a dedicated vaporizing access point built into the 21mm rim. Instead of pushing a vaporizer through timber or using temporary access points, the V-Gate uses a metal-on-metal plate design to help reduce wear, maintain better nozzle alignment and make repeat treatments faster and more reliable.
It is recommended to drill a 10mm hole in the lid to align with the V-Gate so that the lid does not need to be removed for vapour applications.
Pre-order now
Stock due August.
This product is currently available for pre-order. Orders placed now will be supplied once stock arrives in August.
Why choose V-Gate?
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Dedicated vapour port A purpose-built access point for vaporizing directly into the hive without altering the brood box.
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Better vapour placement Applies vapour into the empty cavity above the brood nest, helping achieve excellent coverage through the brood nest.
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Ideal with ventilated floors Vapour enters from above the colony rather than escaping out through bottom vents.
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Metal-on-metal design Helps reduce wear from repeated vaporizer use and avoids oval timber entry points that can affect nozzle alignment.
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Helps prevent nozzle chill Reduces the cooling effect caused by cold, wet wood, helping prevent blockages and allowing more applications before cleaning is required.
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Front or side access Choose the port position that best suits your hive setup and treatment workflow.
Hive mat construction
| Assembly |
Assembled in NZ. |
| Size |
507mm x 407mm. |
| Frame |
21mm thick wooden frame. |
| Board |
4mm plywood. |
| Carton quantity |
15 per carton. |
| Rim material |
The rim is made from Russian Pine — very strong and durable. |
| Edges |
Radiused outer edges for comfortable handling. |
| Corner assembly |
Each corner has one pancake head stainless screw for a secure assembly. |
Options
Rim
Treated — the wooden rim has been dipped in hot micro-crystalline wax prior to assembly, making it far more durable and longer lasting.
Untreated — the Russian Pine rim is left in its natural untreated state.
V-Gate position
V-Gate Front — fitted with the V-Gate vapour port on the front of the hive mat for front access during treatment.
V-Gate Side — fitted with the V-Gate vapour port on the side of the hive mat for side access during treatment.
