Product Overview
Why Lappe’s Bee Supply
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At a Glance
Triple Wax Coated Plastic Frames by Pierco are one-piece plastic bee hive frames with a heavier wax coating to help encourage colony acceptance.
These frames require no assembly and can be placed directly into a compatible hive body or honey super.
Quick Answer
Pierco triple wax coated plastic frames are ready-to-use plastic bee hive frames with a heavy beeswax coating, food grade BPA free plastic construction, and a strong one-piece frame design.
Best choice if: You want durable plastic frames that can be placed directly into the hive without assembly.
Quick Specs
- Size: Medium or deep depending on selected option
- Configuration: One-piece plastic bee hive frame
- Material: Food grade BPA free plastic
- Finish: Triple wax coated
- Key Feature: Heavier wax coating to help promote bee acceptance
- Compatibility: Medium frames fit 6-5/8 inch honey supers; deep frames fit 9-5/8 inch deep brood boxes
- Color Options: Black or yellow depending on selected option
Is This Right for You?
- ✔ Good for beekeepers who want ready-to-use frames with no assembly required
- ✔ Good for brood inspections when choosing black frames for easier egg visibility
- ✔ Good for beekeepers who prefer durable one-piece plastic frames
- ✖ Not the right choice if you need wooden frames instead of plastic frames
Bottom line: Choose these frames if you want a sturdy, heavily wax coated Pierco plastic frame that is ready to place directly into the hive.
Why Beekeepers Use This Product
Plastic frames are used when a beekeeper wants a durable, ready-to-install frame that does not require wood frame assembly or separate foundation installation.
When to use: Use these frames when setting up or replacing frames in compatible medium honey supers or deep brood boxes.
How It Works
These one-piece Pierco frames are placed directly into the hive body or honey super. The heavy wax coating gives bees a waxed surface to begin working.
- No assembly required
- Strong ear configuration helps reduce breakage
- Compatible with manual and automatic uncapping equipment
Apiary Management Notes
- Black plastic frames are useful in brood boxes because small white eggs are easier to see against the dark background.
- Seeing eggs during an inspection can help confirm that a queen is present and laying, even when the queen is not found.
- Frame color does not determine bee acceptance; the choice between black and yellow is mainly beekeeper preference.
What’s Included
- One-piece Pierco plastic bee hive frames
- Triple wax coating
- Food grade BPA free plastic construction
- Selected size and color option
Comparison
This table gives beekeepers a quick way to compare Pierco triple wax coated plastic frames with other common frame options on a BigCommerce product page.
| Feature | Triple Wax Coated Plastic Frames - Pierco | Standard Wax Coated Plastic Frames | Wood Frames With Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary use | Ready-to-use plastic frames for compatible medium honey supers or deep brood boxes | Ready-to-use plastic frames for compatible hive equipment | Traditional frame setup when a beekeeper prefers wood frame components |
| Assembly | No assembly required | No assembly required | May require assembly depending on the frame and foundation style |
| Wax coating | Triple wax coated with a heavier wax coating | Standard wax coating | Depends on the selected foundation |
| Best for | Beekeepers who want a heavier wax coating, durable plastic construction, and quick installation | Beekeepers who want a basic plastic frame option | Beekeepers who prefer traditional woodenware |
| Brood inspection visibility | Black frames make small white eggs easier to see | Depends on frame color | Depends on foundation color and lighting during inspection |
| Color options | Black or yellow depending on selected option | Varies by product | Varies by foundation and frame setup |
| Compatibility | Medium frames fit 6-5/8 inch honey supers; deep frames fit 9-5/8 inch deep brood boxes | Depends on selected size | Depends on selected frame and box size |
| Why choose it | Choose this option when you want a sturdy one-piece plastic frame with a heavier wax coating and no assembly. | Choose this option when you want a basic plastic frame and do not need the heavier wax coating. | Choose this option when you prefer traditional wood frames instead of one-piece plastic frames. |
Who This Is For
- Beekeepers who want durable, ready-to-use plastic frames
- Beekeepers who prefer one-piece frames that are sturdy, flat, and stiff
- Beekeepers who want black frame options for easier egg visibility during brood inspections
Common Mistakes
- Do not choose frame size by guessing; medium frames belong in medium honey supers, and deep frames belong in deep brood boxes.
- Do not assume black frames mean better bee acceptance than yellow frames. Frame color is mainly about beekeeper visibility and preference.
FAQ
Do Pierco triple wax coated plastic frames need assembly?
No. These are one-piece plastic frames that can be placed directly into the hive.
Are black frames better than yellow frames?
Black frames are easier for seeing eggs, while yellow frames look more like natural beeswax. The color choice is mainly beekeeper preference.
What size box do medium Pierco frames fit?
Medium Pierco frames are for use with 6-5/8 inch honey supers.
What size box do deep Pierco frames fit?
Deep Pierco frames are for use with 9-5/8 inch deep brood boxes.
Are these frames made with BPA free plastic?
Yes. These Pierco frames are made with food grade BPA free plastic.
About Lappe’s Bee Supply
Lappe’s Bee Supply provides beekeeper-tested equipment designed for real-world apiary use.
Our goal is to help beekeepers choose hive equipment that fits standard hive systems and works well in real colony management.
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