Propolis screen
Bees use propolis to seal cracks and gaps. At the same time, they use it to kill bacteria and microorganisms. Propolis can also help combat fungal spores or at least weaken them.
A propolis collection screen is particularly suitable for use during or after feeding, when the bees are busy preparing the colony for winter. However, it can also be used throughout the entire season. The bees see the propolis screen as a surface with openings, which they diligently seal with the valuable propolis. When the screen is completely filled with propolis, 60–80 grams of propolis can be harvested.
It is recommended to place the screen on the top hive box instead of the cover board. The ideal temperature for removing the propolis is 17–20 °C. Once the screen is filled with propolis, it can be placed in the freezer. Afterwards, it can be bent, causing the propolis to break off.
The screen is equipped with two punched openings that can be opened if you wish to place solid feed (e.g. fondant) on top. This allows the bees to be fed without interrupting their propolis collection. The edges around the openings also lift the centre of the screen, preventing it from bending down. This allows the bees to fill the entire screen evenly with propolis.
Our propolis collection screen is, of course, food-grade. Easy to use! It can also be used as ventilation during the transport of bee colonies.
Technical data:
Dimensions: 419 x 510 mm (can be cut to size)
Mesh opening size: 20.5 x 2.5 mm