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31,5-31.8 mm Hoffmann frame for mini+ |
In the Netherlands, in contrast of our neighbors in Germany we work with a comb distance of 38.5 mm. In Germany and nowadays also more often in the Netherlands with a distance of 35 mm. With our small bees we go even further back to 31.5-31.8 mm. This means that 10, 11 and 12 frames fit next to each other in a 'Spaarkast' hive. Frames closer together ensure a more compact breeding nest, so that the temperature is also higher. The breeding nest is also easier to keep at the right temperature with fewer bees. We use 31.5-31.8 mm Hoffmann frames for this. |
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Hoffmann-frame 'Spaarkast' hive 30,5 mm with separate closing block (197 mm x 338 mm x 21 mm) made of two plywood plates 4 mm thick and 13 mm spacers |
With 11 frames (35 mm) and 12 frames (31.5-31.8 mm) there is at least 1 closing frame (30.5 mm). 2 closing frames are often used. We make a closing frame narrower, namely 30.5 mm. This is to prevent the 12 frames from becoming too tight. |
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Smooth stainless steel rails |
The frames hang on smooth stainless steel distance rails.
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"spaarkast"hive with 11 hatchery frames and 1 closing frame
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11 frames (31.5-31.8 mm) and 1 closing frame (30.5 mm). We use at least 1 closing frame that is removed first during work and replaced last. |
