Galvanised 2-piece lower hive entrance
A narrow lower hive entrance reducer made from galvanised steel. It consists of 2 metal plates: one is mounted on the hive body, while the slide runs in guide grooves to limit the entrance opening. Dimensions are 250 × 30 mm, with 5 mm thickness including the guides; weight is 50 g.
Galvanised 2-piece lower hive entrance
The hive entrance reducer (lower entrance) is used by beekeepers to reduce the bees’ access into the hive or to close the bees inside the hive using one of the plates (slide).
The entrance reducer is simple to use and install. It consists of two metal plates (galvanised steel). One of the plates (with guide grooves) is fitted to the hive body, and the second is inserted into the guide grooves, thereby restricting the passage for bees. By turning the slide over, it can be inserted on either side as required. One side has openings for bee ventilation, while the other is used to restrict the queen bee from exiting or to prevent mice from entering the hive. Ventilation in a closed hive is important (even in winter).
Dimensions of the lower hive entrance reducer (important for compatibility with different hive designs):
- Width: 250 mm;
- Height: 30 mm;
- Thickness (including guide grooves): 5 mm;
- Weight: 50 g.