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Swarm Control Slatted Rack – Optimize Hive Ventilation & Overwintering
Swarm Control Slatted Rack – Optimize Hive Ventilation & Overwintering
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Swarm Control Slatted Rack – Optimize Hive Ventilation & Overwintering
The Swarm Control Slatted Rack is an essential addition to any beekeeping setup, designed to reduce swarming tendencies, improve hive ventilation, and support controlled overwintering. Placed between the hive bottom board and brood chamber, this slatted rack enhances colony stability while providing a buffer zone that promotes healthier, more productive bees.
Key Features:
- Prevents Swarming – Creates extra space beneath the brood chamber, reducing congestion and swarming triggers.
- Improves Ventilation – Enhances airflow within the hive, minimizing moisture buildup and supporting a healthier colony.
- Supports Overwintering – Helps regulate temperature and airflow, allowing bees to cluster more effectively in colder months.
- Protects the Brood – Provides additional space for bees to move freely, reducing exposure to cold drafts.
- Compatible with Standard Hives – Designed to fit Langstroth 10-frame and 8-frame hives, depending on the size selected.
- Durable Wooden Construction – Made from high-quality, weather-resistant wood for long-lasting use.
- Encourages Better Hive Efficiency – Bees can build natural comb without overcrowding, leading to better colony productivity.
Why Use a Swarm Control Slatted Rack?
- Reduces Stress on the Colony – More space means less congestion, improving overall hive health.
- Enhances Brood Development – Helps bees maintain an ideal hive environment for egg-laying.
- Minimizes Bearding Behavior – Allows bees to stay inside the hive rather than clustering outside in hot weather.
- A Must-Have for Overwintering – Helps regulate warmth and moisture, improving colony survival rates.
The Swarm Control Slatted Rack is a simple yet highly effective tool for improving swarm control, hive ventilation, and overwintering success. Add one to your hive today and give your bees the space and stability they need to thrive year-round!
Materials
Materials
Pine
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
30 Day Returns if unopened & unused
Dimensions
Dimensions
24 x 20 x 28 Inch
Care Instructions
Care Instructions
If you have chosen standard wood make sure to paint the outside of the boxes yearly or every other year to protect the wood.
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