AEG Adaptor for Makita tools.
760-0030-AEG
Price excludes GST
Convert your Makita InstantVap vaporizer, or Makita 18v battery tools, to fit 18v AEG Batteries.
Mount Block for Roller Queen cage
750-0407
Price excludes GST
Mount block for Roller queen cage.
Holds the roller cage firmly.
Can be glued or secured to a flat surface.
Hive Tool 26cm long: 'Jack the Ripper' Right-hand Hook
750-0215.1
Price excludes GST
Note: Only one per customer
Multifunction Hive tool. ""Jack the Ripper"" type. Stainless steel. 260mm long.
Very strong and combines the best features of the Kelly and Maxant hive tools all into one.
Jumbo Wooden Frame - Wired and Assembled
801-5110
Price excludes GST
Assembled and wired.
Buy the bare frame ready for foundation OR
Select Heavy Brood Foundation fitted option
Made from NZ Pine.
The top bar is secured with four 32mm staples at the top and a 20mm staple on each end. The bottom bars have a machined groove to locate the foundation and are secured with 32mm staples.
Jumbo Depth - Your NZ Pine frame will be 286mm high, assembled and wired with brass eyelets on the end bars. Jumbo depth is usually used as an option of having just one brood super. This size is the closest arrangement you can have to the bees natural hive size in the wild.
33mm - Your NZ Pine frames will be assembled and have an endbar size of 33mm. 33mm Gives you plenty of space in the brood box with 10 frames giving you more flexibility on how you place your frames and also allowing for the wax and propolis build up on the frames. This is often used in brood chambers as they get clogged up the most.
Jumbo Russian Pine Super
801-8500
Price excludes GST
The high density Russian Pine timber is very good for beehive boxes and is machined to exacting sizes. The end plates are radiused on the edges for comfort and to give better paint stickability.
The hand grips are all square cut so that box break tools can be used after a honey flow if necessary.
Branding is available on indent orders if ordered in pallet lots.
The internal dimensions of these supers are 365mm x 465mm wide.
The assembled boxes will come assembled with stainless steel screws.
Jumbo Depth - Your Russian Pine box will be 295mm high & 20mm thick with 28 screw holes. With Radiused outer edges you will have a very professional tidy finish. Jumbo depth is usually used as an option of having just one brood super. This size is the closest arrangement you can have to the bees natural hive size in the wild.
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.
Standard - This means your Russian Pine boxes will be made from standard grade timber(Some call it commercial grade). Some Standard pieces may have some tight knots but usually no knots on edges and no pith.
Wooden Frames for 4 way Nuc
801-2512
Price excludes GST
Assembled and fitted with Wax Coated Plastic Foundation
GOOD4BEES Hornet Trap
760-0043
Price excludes GST
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.
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.
Unlike basic “bucket” style traps, this design is built around selectivity:
Result: effective trapping, with less collateral damage to beneficial insects.
1) Attract
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
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)
Many modern selective traps use the same principles—calibrated entrances, escape routes, and anti-drowning features—to reduce impact on non-target insects.
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.
If you suspect you’ve seen a yellow-legged hornet or a nest, do not disturb it or attempt control—report it as soon as possible. Biosecurity NZ specifically asks people not to spray or remove suspected nests, as this can make eradication harder.
Available from Beequip — practical, beekeeper-focused gear for real-world conditions.
Read our latest blog on Hornets in NZ
V-Gate Hive Mat
790-0011-FVG-W
Price excludes GST
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.
Stock due August.
This product is currently available for pre-order. Orders placed now will be supplied once stock arrives in August.
| 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. |
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 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.
V-Gate SS Queen Excluder
750-0516.21-SVG
Price excludes GST
A wooden-rimmed stainless steel queen excluder with the option of a closable entry and the new V-Gate port.
Ideal for beekeepers wanting a durable, long-lasting excluder for acid treatment systems, two-queen setups, or simply the flexibility of a second entrance.
This product is currently available for pre-order. Stock is due in August, subject to transit time.
The V-Gate is a dedicated vaporizing access point built into a compatible 21mm rim. It is designed to make oxalic acid vaporization application easier, cleaner and more consistent, without needing to alter the brood box itself.
Instead of pushing a vaporizer through timber, the V-Gate uses a metal-on-metal plate design to help reduce wear, maintain better nozzle alignment and reduce nozzle chilling during repeated use.
A large number of beekeepers now use Swedish Cloth strips on top of the brood frames. The 21mm rim gives the correct bee space between the strips and the excluder mesh for maximum efficacy. Beekeepers report they get minimal burr comb on the excluder mesh if they use the cloth strips during the honey flow.
The rims are assembled with 38mm stainless-steel pancake-head screws for maximum strength and longevity.
As acid treatments become more common, rusty galvanised queen excluders can become a real hassle. This excluder uses stainless steel, making it a better long-term choice for beekeepers using acid treatment systems.
Be sure to read our blog post on why stainless steel matters for excluders: Click here to view.
The wooden rim is dipped in microcrystalline wax to help protect it from rot and increase service life.
The wooden rim is left untreated for beekeepers who prefer an undipped finish.
Standard wooden-rimmed stainless steel excluder with no closable entry gate.
Fitted with a closable entry on the front of the excluder. Ideal where front access is preferred.
Fitted with a closable entry on the side of the excluder. Ideal where side access suits your hive setup.
Fitted with the V-Gate vaporizing port on the front of the excluder for front access during treatment.
Fitted with the V-Gate vapour port on the side of the excluder for side access during treatment.
The entry gate and V-Gate cannot be fitted in the same position on the excluder.
We also have excluders with a stainless steel rim available.
V-Gate Division Board
790-0011-FE-SVG-W
Price excludes GST
Top Quality Division Board assembled in NZ — designed for splitting, merging, upper entrances, and optional V-Gate vaporization access.
This NZ-assembled division board is built with a strong wooden rim and durable plywood board. It can be used as a division board, merge board or hive mat depending on your hive management setup.
Use to separate hive sections or provide a dedicated upper entrance when required. Choose from dipped or undipped, front entry, side entry, no V-Gate, front V-Gate or side V-Gate options.
This product is available for preorder, with stock due in August.
Preorder now to secure your preferred configuration, including dipped or undipped finish, entry position and V-Gate position.
The optional V-Gate Vaporizing port is a dedicated access point built into the division board rim for easier, cleaner and more consistent oxalic acid vaporizing application.
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.
| Assembly | Assembled in NZ. |
|---|---|
| Size | 507mm x 407mm. |
| Frame | 21mm thick wooden frame with 40mm x 8mm entry. |
| Board | 4mm plywood. |
| 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. |
| Carton quantity | 15 per carton. |
Dipped — the wooden rim has been dipped in hot micro-crystalline wax prior to assembly, making it far more durable and longer lasting.
Undipped — the Russian Pine rim is left in its natural untreated state.
Front Entry — includes a front entrance cut-out for upper-hive access.
Side Entry — includes a side entrance cut-out for upper-hive access.
Front V-Gate — fitted with the V-Gate vapour port on the front of the divider board.
Side V-Gate — fitted with the V-Gate vapour port on the side of the divider board.
Choose the entry and V-Gate positions that best suit your hive setup, yard layout and treatment workflow.
For example, a front entry is ideal when the upper section should fly from the front, while a side entry can help keep entrances separated during split management.
Important option note: Front Entry cannot be selected with Front V-Gate, and Side Entry cannot be selected with Side V-Gate. Choose opposite positions if both an entry and V-Gate are required.
Standard Swedish Cloth STARTER
751-0047
Price excludes GST
Stay prepared with the Swedish Cloth Standard Starter Kit, ideal for large-scale beekeepers or those looking for long-term hive maintenance solutions. This bulk kit includes everything you need to make thousands of Swedish cloths, ensuring your hives remain healthy and productive.
Remember to mix your solution 50/50 for these strips
Click here for more info on the Swedish Cloths
Click here to view our instruction guide.
What’s Included in the Standard Starter Kit?
Why Choose the Standard Kit?
This comprehensive kit is designed for serious beekeepers who want a ready supply of Swedish cloths to support their hive management needs.
Basic Swedish Cloth STARTER
751-0046
Price excludes GST
Stay prepared with the Swedish Cloth Basic Kit, ideal for smaller-scale beekeepers or those just starting the Swedish cloth treatment option for their varroa control. This basic kit includes everything you need to make hundreds of Swedish cloths, ensuring your hives remain healthy and productive.
Remember to mix your solution 50/50 for these strips
Click here for more info on the Swedish Cloths
Click here to view our instruction guide.
What’s Included in the Basic Starter Kit?
Why Choose the Basic Kit?
This kit is designed for beekeepers who want a ready supply of Swedish cloths to support their hive management needs.
Basic Swedish Cloth REFILL
751-0046.R
Price excludes GST
Stay prepared with the Swedish Cloth Basic Refill Kit, ideal for smaller-scale beekeepers or those just starting the Swedish cloth treatment option for their varroa control. This basic kit includes everything you need to make hundreds of Swedish cloths, ensuring your hives remain healthy and productive.
Remember to mix your solution 50/50 for these strips
Click here for more info on the Swedish Cloths
Click here to view our instruction guide.
What’s Included in the Basic Refill Kit?
Why Choose the Basic Refill Kit?
This kit is designed for beekeepers who want a ready supply of Swedish cloths to support their hive management needs.
Complete Puracell Frame
805-2210B
Price excludes GST
A well-made wooden assembled frame fitted with premium Puracell plastic foundation. This is a convenient ready-to-use option for beekeepers who want the strength and feel of a wooden frame combined with the unique advantages of Puracell foundation.
These frames are based on Beequip’s assembled wooden frame, made from high quality pine and precisely assembled to save time. The top and bottom bars are grooved to suit plastic foundation, giving a tidy and secure fit.
| Foundation Colour | White or Black |
| Wax Option | Waxed or Unwaxed |
| Frame Depth | 3/4 Depth or Full Depth |
| Frame Width | 33mm, 35mm or 42mm(3/4d only) |
Select your preferred depth, frame width, foundation colour, and wax option before adding to cart.
Plus Swedish Cloth STARTER
751-0048
Price excludes GST
Stay prepared with the Swedish Cloth Standard Starter Kit, ideal for large-scale beekeepers or those looking for long-term hive maintenance solutions. This bulk kit includes everything you need to make thousands of Swedish cloths, ensuring your hives remain healthy and productive.
Remember to mix your solution 50/50 for these strips
Click here for more info on the Swedish Cloths
Click here to view our instruction guide.
What’s Included in the Plus Starter Kit?
Why Choose the Standard Kit?
This comprehensive kit is designed for serious beekeepers who want a ready supply of Swedish cloths to support their hive management needs.
Cardboard Strip Soak Tub 13L
751-0008
Price excludes GST
Small soak tub for Hobbyist Kits.
These are used for soaking 40 x cardboard strips at a time.
18v 60Ah Battery Pack
760-0053-Ma
Price excludes GST
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.
A package option is available for customers who want the InstantVap Turbo and the 60Ah Battery Pack together.
Click here to buy the packageWatch Nic’s feedback on using the 60Ah Battery Pack and InstantVap Turbo in a commercial beekeeping operation.
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.
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.
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:
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.
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.
InstantVap Turbo & 60Ah Battery Package Deal
760-0153-Ma
Price excludes GST
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.
This special package gives you everything needed to get your commercial vaporisation setup underway, while saving compared with purchasing the main components separately.
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.
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.
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.
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:
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.