{"title":"LAMBRECHT's SMART FRAME SYSTEM","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHoneycomb Hive’s secret sauce and main differentiation, other than design, is the Smart-Frame System. This is what makes our beekeeping system so remarkably integrative. Crafted to allow 3\/8” bee space around, below and above, these deep hexagonal frames allow bees freedom and choice for easy movement.  Additionally, they improve air circulation and help reduce propolis. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur universal Hexagonal Smart-Frames accept either wax or plastic foundation, or you can insert wax starter strips for natural comb. We also offer hexagonal frames for comb honey cups or queen-excluders. Together with follower boards and divider boards, these hive tools comprise our Smart-Frame System and are exchangeable among all our five sizes of Hexagonal Horizontal Hives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Universal Hexagonal Smart-Frames are also easier and quicker to work with at the bench. When installing foundation, the frames easily assemble to fully encompass foundation, whether wax or plastic so it is fully supported all the way around.  Holes in each of the six frame parts allow wiring for extra support.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/c1.iggcdn.com\/indiegogo-media-prod-cld\/image\/upload\/c_limit,w_695\/v1539822946\/kvzm3u2mw5zkqs3wzpo0.jpg\" class=\"\" data-src=\"https:\/\/c1.iggcdn.com\/indiegogo-media-prod-cld\/image\/upload\/c_limit,w_695\/v1539822946\/kvzm3u2mw5zkqs3wzpo0.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Smart-Frames also feature knurled-knob adjustable spacers to allow beeks to tweak their frame spacing with a twist of the wrist.  Whether for small cell work, brood boxes, overwintering or honey production, frame spacing adjustments are easy-peasy and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cu\u003eno\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003etools are needed.  (variable from 1  1\/8”  to  1  1\/2”)\u003c\/p\u003e\nSmart Frames make efficient use of space in Honeycomb Hives.  Sized just right with bee space for easy bee movement freedom almost 360 degrees around, interrupted only by necessary \"ear-tabs\".  Smart Frames are available for natural comb (foundation-less), wax or plastic foundation or Comb Honey Cups","products":[{"product_id":"hexagonal-smart-frames","title":"Hexagonal Smart Frames","description":"\u003cp\u003eHexagonal Smart Frames are the workhorses of our Honeycomb Hives System and are used in all Hexagonal Horizontal Hives and Fold-Hives.  They accept wax or plastic foundation or can be configured for bees to make natural comb\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe simplicity of these universal frames belies the versatility they deliver. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 1\/8\" x 3\/8\" deep continuous groove\/slot around the inside of the frame accepts either hexagonal shaped (template provided) foundation (plastic or wax), or wooden or wax slips (1\/8\" x 3\/4\") to make frames ready for natural comb.   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo holes in each of the six sides allow for stainless steel or mono filament line to crisscross the frames for additional foundation support.  Easy bench work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCase packs include all necessary parts for Seven (7) Universal Hexagonal Smart Frames.  Parts are loose packed with necessary screws, Knurled Knob Screws, Spacers and easy to follow instruction sheet. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFoundation is not included.  \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/horizontalhive.com\/buy-hive-bees\/swarm-trap-top-bar-sale.shtml#layens-foundation\" title=\"Oversize Wax Foundation for Hexagonal Horizontal Hives\"\u003eMay be purchased here\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCases contain parts for x 7 frames, also sold in Master Packs of 4 cases = x 28\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSix parts per frame, each with half-lap joinery with drilled screw holes. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 @ 1.325\" knurled knob Spacers \u0026amp; 3 @ 7\/8\" Nylon screws per frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABS Plastic Hexagonal Template to guide precise foundation trimming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eHow It Works?\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade of clear pine, these frames easily disassemble for quick bench work. There are six parts per frame which easily go together with half-lap joinery, secured by nylon screws. Or you can permanently assemble them with glue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese frames come standard with nylon knurled-knob, threaded screws which both secure the frame parts together and also serve as frame spacers in the hives.  Our universal hexagonal smart frames measure 14\" across each way, with exposed foundation area of 11 1\/2\" across each way\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe knurled screws auto-space frames to recommended spacing of 1 3\/8\" or, by including a 1\/8\" washer, width can be expanded to 1 1\/2\" for honey supers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eShipping\u003c\/h5\u003e","brand":"Honeycomb Hives","offers":[{"title":"7 Frame Pack","offer_id":23728513876049,"sku":"","price":59.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28 Frame Pack","offer_id":31667832422481,"sku":"","price":236.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0099\/3991\/0737\/products\/Hexagonal_Smart_Frame.jpg?v=1574633621"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0099\/3991\/0737\/collections\/96543c560287fbe9373858e333f37e79_original.gif?v=1559494678","url":"https:\/\/honeycomb-hives.myshopify.com\/collections\/fold-hives.oembed","provider":"Honeycomb Hives","version":"1.0","type":"link"}