We started taking a bee keeping class about 6 or so weeks ago (weather being a factor) and have two classes left. Very interesting to learn about. While trying to digest all the new information I figured I needed to get started on the hives.
We bought a beginner kit so there was some work involved, you can get everything already done but what's the fun.
First was to paint the parts: from the left to the right, the telescoping top, bottom board, hive body, inner cover and somewhere hidden the entrance reducer
Next up to put the foundation into the frames the frames (frames were pre-built)
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| Wired foundation |
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| Foundation and Frame |
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| Cleat that needs to be removed |
I ran my knife under the scored edge through the cleat to the middle on the frame to remove the cleat
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| Notice the indent/groove, this is where the foundation will rest |
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| The foundation has wires that are bent at a 90deg. They will rest in the indent with the wires facing out |
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| Lay the cleat along the length, from where you removed it and "clamp" the wire foundation between the frame and cleat |
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| Press against the foundation and nail into place with a 5/8" nail |
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| One on each end |
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| Foundation pin/holder, this will help keep the foundation ridged in the frame |
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| Completed frame |
My stack of ten frames that will go into the hive body, tedious work but a feeling of satisfaction. The size of hive body we have is a ten frame.
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