Lyson 8/9 Hive is an adaptable polystyrene hive that provides excellent insulation and pries apart easily for a user friendly experience. Beekeepers retain control, having the ability to hold 9 frames in brood boxes and 8 or 9 frames in honey supers. Kit Includes: Bottom board with removable tray for varroa testing and ventilation Mouse guard/entrance reducer/closure Two deep hive bodies (with assembly screws) Cloth inner cover 8 frame plastic queen excluder Outer Cover 8 polystyrene plugs and 8 black plastic venting plugs for hive bodies and outer cover Notes Both plastic and wooden Langstroth deep frames will fit this hive, but frames are not included Comes unassembled and unpainted. We recommend painting with an exterior grade latex paint. We recommend using 9 frames In brood boxes, or 8 frames plus two follower boards against the box sides. In honey supers, use 9 frames of foundation or 8 frames of drawn comb. Be sure to space frames evenly. The individual components can be ordered separately: 8/9 bottom board, 8/9 top cover, 8/9 hive deep or medium Dimensions & Weight: Hive outside dimensions are 27 1/2″ high x 22 1/2″ deep x 16 1/8″ wide. Hive internal dimensions are 21 1/2″ high x 18 3/8″ deep x 13″ wide Hive weight without frames is 19 1/2 pounds. Additional note: The 8/9 Lyson hive system is not compatible with other polystyrene systems. However, some 8 frame wooden components can be used. Standard 8 frame wooden boxes fit without creating gaps. Wooden 8 frame feeding shims and inner covers can also be used. Some bee space dimensions are not maintained when other components are used. We recommend using a strap to secure the hive as the wood components will not interlock with the Lyson 8/9 boxes.
