Product Overview
Why Lappe’s Bee Supply
Commercial Beekeeping since 1978 • Family Owned/Operated • Full Service Beekeeping Supplier since 2015
At a Glance
A stainless steel bee hive frame perch holder designed to securely hold up to four frames during hive inspections.
This updated heavy-duty design is built without weld points to reduce potential breakage spots during regular apiary use.
Related: How to Inspect a Beehive
Quick Answer
A bee hive frame perch holder gives beekeepers a safe place to temporarily hang frames during inspections instead of leaning them against the hive or setting them on the ground.
This helps reduce the chance of crushing bees, damaging comb, or accidentally injuring the queen during hive work.
Best choice if: You regularly perform hive inspections and want a cleaner, more controlled way to handle frames.
Best paired with: Beekeeping Supplies
Quick Specs
- Capacity: Holds up to 4 frames
- Material: Stainless steel
- Construction: No-weld heavy-duty design
- Use: Hive inspections and frame handling
- Key Feature: Reduces frame tipping and comb damage
- Compatibility: Standard removable-frame hive equipment
Shop related: Beekeeping Supplies
Is This Right for You?
- ✔ Helps create working space during inspections
- ✔ Keeps frames off the ground
- ✔ Reduces the risk of crushing bees and comb
- ✖ Not intended to permanently store frames
Bottom line: This frame perch holder is designed to make hive inspections cleaner, safer, and easier to manage.
Why Beekeepers Use This Product
Beekeepers often remove several frames during inspections to create room for checking brood patterns, food stores, and queen activity.
A frame perch holder keeps removed frames close to the hive while reducing unnecessary handling and accidental tipping.
When to use: Use during routine hive inspections, queen checks, splits, and colony management work.
How It Works
The perch holder attaches to the edge of the hive body and provides a temporary hanging point for removed frames.
- Holds up to four frames during inspections
- Stainless steel construction resists wear and outdoor conditions
- No-weld design helps eliminate weak points
Apiary Management Notes
- Keeping frames upright helps protect drawn comb from damage.
- A frame perch holder can help reduce crowding during brood inspections.
- Many beekeepers use a frame perch when searching for the queen or checking swarm cells.
Seasonal Use
- Spring: Useful during brood inspections and colony buildup checks.
- Summer: Helps manage frames during honey flow inspections and swarm management.
- Fall: Useful when checking food stores and preparing colonies for winter.
What’s Included
- One New & Improved Bee Hive Frame Perch Holder
- Heavy-duty stainless steel construction
Wax dipped hive bodies and frames shown in product photos are not included.
Comparison
| Feature | Lappe’s Frame Perch Holder | Others |
|---|---|---|
| Frame Capacity | Holds up to 4 frames | Often holds fewer frames or varies by design |
| Material | Stainless steel | May use lighter metal or coated materials |
| Construction | Heavy-duty no-weld design | May include weld points that can become weak spots |
| Inspection Use | Keeps frames upright, close, and off the ground | Frames may still be leaned against the hive or set aside |
| Best For | Routine inspections, queen checks, splits, and colony management | Basic temporary frame holding |
Who This Is For
- Beginner beekeepers learning proper hive inspection handling
- Experienced beekeepers performing frequent colony checks
Common Mistakes
- Leaning frames against the hive where they can tip over
- Setting brood frames directly on the ground during inspections
FAQ
How many frames does this perch holder hold?
This frame perch holder is designed to hold up to four bee hive frames.
What is this frame holder made from?
This frame perch holder is made from stainless steel.
Why is the no-weld design important?
Removing weld points helps reduce potential breakage areas and improves durability during regular hive inspections.
Are the hive body and frames included?
No. Hive bodies and frames shown in product photos are not included with the perch holder.
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About Lappe’s Bee Supply
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