Introducing the Bee Gym, the world’s first grooming assistance device designed to help honeybees combat varroa mites. This patented device encourages bees to groom themselves more effectively, aiding in the control of varroa mite populations. The Bee Gym, along with the Bee Gym Slim, is a chemical-free solution that works throughout the year, seamlessly integrating into your hive management routine.
Key Features
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Effective Varroa Control: Encourages natural grooming behavior in bees, helping them dislodge and injure varroa mites.
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Chemical-Free: A physical grooming aid that eliminates the need for chemical treatments.
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Year-Round Use: Can be left in the hive all year, even during honey flows and winter clusters.
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Easy Installation: Fits in any modern hive with an open mesh floor and is simple to deploy during routine inspections.
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Durable and Economical: Made from high-quality materials, it offers long-lasting use with no ongoing costs.
Specifications
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Material: High-quality plastic and metal wires
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Dimensions: Compatible with standard hive sizes
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Installation: Place on the open mesh hive floor or on top of brood frames in a shallow eke or spacer
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Maintenance: Soak in a soda solution annually for cleaning
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Usage: Effective in Integrated Pest Management strategies
Benefits
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Enhanced Grooming: Helps bees remove varroa mites, promoting a healthier colony.
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Low Maintenance: Minimal maintenance required, with a simple annual cleaning process.
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No Extra Visits: Can be left in the hive year-round, reducing the need for additional apiary visits.
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Sustainable and Economical: Encourages natural bee behavior and offers a cost-effective, long-term solution for varroa control.
How to Use
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Placement: Position the Bee Gym on the mesh floor, about 2 cm from the hive entrance, or on top of brood frames in a shallow eke or spacer.
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Orientation: Ensure the Bee Gym name is uppermost and facing the hive entrance.
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Maintenance: Soak in a bucket of soda solution for cleaning, then replace in the hive.
Enhance your hive's defense against varroa mites with the Bee Gym. Order today and integrate this innovative, chemical-free grooming aid into your beekeeping routine for healthier, more hygienic colonies.
