{"product_id":"quarti-langstroth-poly-beehive-hive-9-frame","title":"Quarti 9-Frame Langstroth Polystyrene Hive Bundle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in Italy | High-Density EPS Polystyrene | Compatible with Standard 10-Frame Langstroth Equipment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eQuarti 9-Frame Langstroth Hive\u003c\/strong\u003e is a premium high-density EPS (expanded polystyrene) hive manufactured in Italy by Quarti, a company with over 45 years of experience producing insulated beehives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned with the same external dimensions as a standard 10-frame Langstroth hive, this brood box holds \u003cstrong\u003e9 Langstroth brood frames internally\u003c\/strong\u003e while remaining fully compatible with standard Langstroth floors, supers, queen excluders and accessories. This makes it an excellent choice for beekeepers looking to benefit from improved bee space and colony management without changing equipment systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts superior insulation helps colonies maintain a more stable brood nest temperature throughout the year, encouraging earlier spring build-up, improved wintering performance and reduced energy consumption by the bees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBundle Includes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ High-density EPS Langstroth brood box (9-frame capacity)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Open mesh anti-varroa Langstroth floor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Mouse guard \/ entrance reducer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Plastic queen excluder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Integrated 6 Litre feeder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Painted Galvanised Metal Roof\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Floor colours may vary and are supplied in a range of colours depending on current stock availability. No frames are included. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatible with Standard 10-Frame Langstroth Equipment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough the brood box accommodates \u003cstrong\u003e9 brood frames\u003c\/strong\u003e, the external dimensions match a conventional 10-frame Langstroth hive, allowing compatibility with standard Langstroth supers, wooden Langstroth beehives etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOutstanding Thermal Insulation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufactured from high-density EPS polystyrene with walls up to 40mm thick, providing:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced winter heat loss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved spring colony development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBetter brood nest temperature regulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced summer overheating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLess energy consumption by the colony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReinforced High-Wear Areas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hive features durable reinforced plastic protection on key contact points and upper edges, helping to reduce wear and damage during routine beekeeping operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLightweight Yet Durable\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSignificantly lighter than timber hives while offering excellent durability and insulation properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIntegrated Feeding System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied with a feeder incorporated into the hive design, making feeding quick and convenient while minimising disturbance to the colony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOpen Mesh Anti-Varroa Floor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncludes a ventilated anti-varroa floor to improve hive airflow and assist with monitoring and management of varroa mites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStrong Carrying Handles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntegrated side handles provide secure lifting and easier hive transportation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Quarti 9-frame hive is particularly popular for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNucleus colony production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQueen rearing operations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreating \"brood factories\" for generating large numbers of brood frames\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverwintering nucleus colonies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeekeepers looking to maximise colony performance through improved insulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePainting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hive is supplied in white EPS polystyrene. 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