Ergo PLUS Single Brood Box Beehive Set
Our Single Brood Box Beehive set is the base for all the Ergo PLUS hives we offer at Apimaye. All our 10 frame hives are shipped as single box hive (this hive). This means they have all the features, including the insulation, screen bottom board with pollen trap, queen excluder, top feeders, and 2 division boards.
Ideal For:
New beekeepers who start beekeeping by buying package bees or nucs (Short for nucleus colonies). Bees will build the combs and fill it up with honey and brood in about 2-3 weeks. Keep in mind that it is difficult to maintain the colony in a single box hive. The colony will swarm when it get strong and congested. Therefore you need to either divide the colony to prevent swarming or need to buy supers of your choice.
Product Notes
- If you are in a hot area like here in Phoenix, or have high UV index, we'd suggest you get the white hives instead of the tan colored.
- The price will change as the frame and foundation options are chosen.
- If you'd like to know more about our different frame options, you can read our blog post here, and decide which option is the best for you.
- Entrance color choices are purely for aesthetics, but if you have a large apiary with Apimaye hives, we'd suggest you mix and match the entrance colors to make it easier for the bees :)
Standard features from top to bottom:
- Insulated hive top cover
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Top feeder (Half Feeder) (1 gallon capacity) or optional Dual Feeder
- 1 Tan colored insulated deep brood box
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Screened bottom board with pollen trap and drawer
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Multi functional slot
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Division/uniting board
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Queen excluder
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2 Frame spacers
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Side latches and handles
Apimaye hive's innovative design addresses key challenges in beekeeping, offering significant benefits for both bees and keepers.
The superior insulation (R-value 6.93) is a game-changer, maintaining optimal hive temperatures year-round. This reduces stress on the colony, leading to stronger, healthier bees and improved honey production. I've noticed my colonies in Apimaye hives consume less food in winter and build up faster in spring.
The integrated pest management features and adjustable ventilation system are brilliant additions. They simplify hive maintenance and enhance colony health. The durable, food-grade plastic construction ensures longevity and easy cleaning.
While the initial cost is higher than traditional wooden hives, the long-term benefits far outweigh this investment. Stronger colonies, increased honey yields, and reduced maintenance time make the Apimaye hive incredibly cost-effective over time.
The Apimaye hive represents a significant leap forward in hive design for both novice and experienced beekeepers. It's not just a hive; it's a comprehensive beekeeping solution that prioritizes bee health and keeper convenience. Highly recommended for anyone serious about beekeeping!
Very well made, exceeded expectations. Expecting this give will greatly reduce the heat load from the hot South Carolina summers.
Love these hives The bees seem to as well. I recommend.
Love apimaye products
First time beekeepers here! Been exposed to regular wood hives and flow hives before purchasing our own. Loved both of them but learned about apimaye hives through our local county beekeepers group. Did some research and decided that the small price difference between a typical wood hive and apimaye was small compared to the learned benefits. We were not disappointed. We now have 5 hives and all of them are apimaye.