Double Screened Board

Double Screened Board

The Double Screened Board is an essential tool for beekeepers looking for versatility. Its two queen capability and unique 10 Frame Double Screened design allow for hive relocation, swarm control, and hive splitting, all in one 20 x 16.62x 1.5 inch board. Perfect for any beekeeper`s toolset.

What does this board do?

It prevents bee contact between two colonies, while the adjustable rim openings allow for manual control of the airflow. The board`s 1-inch depth ensures double-screening, creating an effective barrier between two colonies of bees.

How do you use it?

1. The Double Screened Board is a specialized tool for introducing a new queen to a hive. It consists of a screened board that separates the brood chamber from the box containing the caged queen and other resources, such as emerging brood and honey. This provides a safe transition from the old queen to the new, and can help avoid aggression or other issues.
2. The Double Screened Board is designed to enable easy, stress-free hive combining. It is designed to be placed between two hives to facilitate scent adjustment and limit contact between bees. When ready, simply open the back entrance and the two front entrances to allow the bees to meet, then later remove the board.
3. Double Screened Board provides a fast, safe method of over-wintering a weak hive. Place the board above the brood box of a strong hive, and attach a weak hive above it, with one of the entrances open, allowing bees to come and go on a different side than the lower hive`s entrance. Keep your hives strong and healthy throughout the winter!
4. For moving a hive in hot weather, the Double Screened Board can be used as a cover to provide optimal ventilation and maintain the ideal temperature for colony health.

Why is it important?

The Double Screened Board is designed with the latest technology to allow for a smooth transition for a newly introduced queen. Its unique design allows the queen`s pheromones to circulate throughout the hive boxes, ensuring that the bees can become accustomed to her scent before direct contact. This helps reduce aggressive behavior and ensures smooth integration